Government Jobs India 2026
India's central and state governments hire over 3 lakh employees every year through SSC, UPSC, IBPS, Railway Recruitment Boards, State PSCs, and more. Select an exam category below for a complete guide — eligibility, syllabus, application portal, key dates, and salary.
Every year, crores of Indians appear for government job exams. The competition is real, the preparation takes years, and the stakes — job security, social mobility, family pride — are as high as it gets. This hub collects the most reliable information on every major exam category, without the noise of coaching centre marketing.
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SSC conducts CGL, CHSL, MTS, CPO, and JE exams for Group B and C posts across central government ministries and departments. Lakhs of vacancies every year.
UPSC conducts the Civil Services Examination (IAS, IPS, IFS) and other Group A/B exams including CDS, CAPF, NDA, SCRA, and Engineering Services.
IBPS conducts PO, Clerk, SO, and RRB exams for public sector banks. SBI and RBI conduct independent exams. Good salary, perks, and job security.
Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) recruit for NTPC, Group D, ALP, and JE posts. One of the largest employers in India with posts from matriculate to graduation level.
Each state has its own PSC — UPPSC, MPSC, BPSC, RPSC, TNPSC, KPSC, etc. — conducting PCS, SDM, BDO, Deputy Collector, and other Group A/B state service exams.
State police departments recruit Constable, Sub-Inspector (SI), and Inspector-level officers through state police recruitment boards. Physical and written tests required.
CTET (Central Board) and state TETs qualify teachers for KVS, NVS, Army Public Schools, and state school recruitments. PRT, TGT, and PGT level posts.
Join the Indian Army (NDA, CDS, Agniveer, Technical Entry), Navy, or Air Force as an officer or soldier. UPSC conducts NDA and CDS; service-specific entries for technical roles.
📌 General Eligibility — What You Need
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Central and state governments combined release over 3 lakh vacancies every year. SSC alone notifies 70,000–1,00,000 posts, Railway boards 30,000–50,000, IBPS 15,000–25,000, and state PSCs and police boards contribute the rest.
Yes. Most central government posts require candidates to be between 18 and 27 years of age at the time of application. Upper age limits are relaxed by 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (non-creamy layer), and 10 years for persons with disabilities (PwD). Some posts such as UPSC Civil Services allow up to age 32 (general) or 37 (SC/ST).
Yes. There is no restriction on applying for multiple exams at the same time. Many candidates simultaneously prepare for SSC CGL, IBPS PO, and state PSC exams as the core syllabus (Maths, Reasoning, English, General Awareness) overlaps significantly.
It varies by post. Group D Railway posts and Police Constable require only 10th (matriculate) pass. SSC CHSL, IBPS Clerk, and most SI posts require 12th (intermediate) pass. SSC CGL, IBPS PO, and state PSC civil services require a graduation degree.
No. Application fees (typically ₹100–₹700 for general category; nil for SC/ST/women in many exams) are non-refundable once paid. Always verify your eligibility before paying.
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