Government Jobs

1.09 lakh vacancies in CAPFs, recruitment for 72689 posts going on: Govt
Over one lakh positions were vacant in Central Armed Police Forces and Assam Rifles as of January 1. Recruitment is underway for over seventy-two thousand posts. The sanctioned strength in these forces increased. Vacancies arise due to retirements, resignations, and promotions. The ministry is taking steps to fill vacancies quickly.

DGCA, BCAS, AAI have 4,291 vacant posts; shortfall not impacting their functioning: Govt
India's aviation sector faces a significant staffing gap with 4,291 vacant positions across DGCA, BCAS, and AAI, despite recent creation of new posts. The government assures that operations remain unaffected, actively pursuing recruitment through various methods, including contractual hiring, to address the shortfall and maintain surveillance standards.

ESIC hires 451 UPSC candidates left out of final list via Pratibha Setu Portal
The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has appointed 451 insurance medical officers through the UPSC's Pratibha Setu portal. These candidates, who cleared the Combined Medical Services Examination but weren't on the final merit list, are now employed. The Pratibha Setu portal facilitates access to a database of qualified candidates for various public and private sector employers.

PM Modi distributes over 51,000 appointment letters at 16th Rozgar Mela
Narendra Modi distributed over 51,000 appointment letters to new government recruits via video conference. The Rozgar Mela took place at 47 locations across India. Recruits will join various ministries. The Rozgar Mela aims to prioritize employment generation. Over 10 lakh appointment letters have been issued under this initiative. Modi emphasized enhancing youth participation in building a developed India.

Railway Recruitment Boards gives 9,000 jobs in first quarter, plans 50,000 for FY 2025-26
Indian Railways is actively recruiting. Railway Recruitment Boards have conducted tests for over 1.86 crore candidates. They aim to fill 55,197 vacancies. Over 9,000 appointments are already done. The board is allotting exam centers closer to home. Aadhaar-based E-KYC authentication is introduced. West Central Railway will use mAadhaar for passenger verification. This prevents unauthorized travel and ticket misuse.

Railway Ministry to recruit 6,374 technicians to fill vacant posts across all zones
The Railway Ministry has approved the recruitment of 6,374 technicians across 51 categories, including posts in the signal and telecommunication (S&T) department. This move will cover all 17 zones and several production units.

Apprenticeship schemes set for 36% stipend hike
The central government plans to increase stipends for apprentices. PM-NAPS and NATS schemes will see a 36% rise. Monthly stipends may range from ₹6,800 to ₹12,300. The government also suggests biennial revisions based on the consumer price index. This aims to reduce dropout rates. The council also wants to expand apprenticeship training to include IT and renewable energy sectors.

Centre invites applications for chief information commissioner in CIC
The Centre on Wednesday invited applications for the post of Chief Information Commissioner (CIC) in the Central Information Commission, the transparency body responsible for appeals and complaints under the Right to Information (RTI) Act. The commission is currently headed by Heeralal Samariya, who will complete his term later this year.

Job in your home town: Centre mapping job data on PM Gati Shakti portal
The Central government is developing a system for jobs in native towns. The Labour Ministry is creating a system to filter jobs by location and skills. The PM Gati Shakti portal will integrate job data. A mobile app will help youth find jobs within a 20-40 km radius. Jammu & Kashmir and Gujarat have already made progress.

Be mindful of social media posts, reject gifts: Guidelines for soon-to-be civil servants
New civil service recruits are advised to maintain exemplary conduct both online and offline, according to guidelines from the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration. The guidelines emphasize responsible social media use, avoiding posts that could defame the service. Integrity, gender sensitivity, and adherence to civic manners are crucial.
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BIS to offer internship for 500 students from partner institutions
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has unveiled internship opportunities for 500 students from partner institutions, focusing on standardisation. These eight-week internships will involve pre-standardisation work, QCO compliance surveys, and site visits to various industrial units and laboratories. Students will conduct in-depth studies on manufacturing, testing processes, and product quality assessment.

UP police recruitment: 60,244 selected for constable posts
The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board announced 60,244 candidates selected for police constable posts under Direct Recruitment-2023. Among the recruits are 12,048 women. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath praised their efforts and expressed gratitude for their perseverance and dedication.

Recruitment exam for Group-B posts of Odisha Police put on hold
The Odisha government has postponed the written examination for Group-B posts in the police department due to unavoidable circumstances. The tests were initially scheduled for March 8-9, following objections from aspirants about the simultaneous conduct of other exams on the same date.

Over 32,000 posts lying vacant in 37 J&K govt departments: CM Abdullah
As of January 31, over 32,000 vacancies exist in 37 departments of the Jammu and Kashmir government, with the health and medical education department having the highest at 7,851. The JKSSB and JKPSC have been tasked with filling 3,727 vacancies since October 16.

Karnataka Minister George announces recruitment of 3,000 linemen by end of April 2025
Karnataka Energy Minister K J George announced plans to recruit 3,000 linemen by April to address worker shortages and improve electricity supply. The state will also prioritize solar-powered pump sets for farmers and address illegal agricultural pump sets and connections.

Over 4,2000 job fairs organised since 2019-20, more than 18.4 lakh job seekers shortlisted: Centre
Since 2019-20, over 42,000 job fairs have resulted in more than 18.4 lakh job seekers being shortlisted. The Rozgar Mela, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in October 2022, has organized 14 fairs across various states, issuing numerous appointment letters. Employment generation and improving employability remain top priorities for the government.