📋 Latest Government Job Notifications — 16 October 2026
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Welcome to TheHindu.Club‘s central job update desk. Today, on 16 October 2026, several prestigious Central and State government recruitment bodies have active or closing registration windows. Whether you are aiming for SSC, Banking, Railways, Civil Services, or Defence forces, this consolidated digest highlights the key opportunities available right now.
Note: Candidates are advised to read the official notification PDFs on the respective departmental websites before applying. Check official website for exact dates and details.
Quick Summary Table: Active Government Jobs (October 2026)
| Organization | Post Name | Vacancies | Last Date to Apply | Official Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Staff Selection Commission (SSC) | GD Constable (CAPFs, SSF, Assam Rifles) | 39,481 (Tentative) | 25 October 2026 | Apply on Official Website |
| State Bank of India (SBI) | Probationary Officer (PO) | 2,000+ | 02 November 2026 | Apply on Official Website |
| Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) | RRB NTPC (Graduate & Undergraduate) | 11,558 | 20 October 2026 | Apply on Official Website |
| IBPS | Specialist Officers (CRP SPL-XVI) | 1,400+ | 05 November 2026 | Apply on Official Website |
| CBSE | CTET December 2026 Exam | Eligibility Test | 24 October 2026 | Apply on Official Website |
| BPSC (Bihar) | Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) | 850+ | 31 October 2026 | Apply on Official Website |
| UPPSC (Uttar Pradesh) | Review Officer / Asst. Review Officer (RO/ARO) | 411 | 10 November 2026 | Apply on Official Website |
| Indian Navy | Short Service Commission (SSC) Officers | 250 | 29 October 2026 | Apply on Official Website |
| DRDO | CEPTAM-11 Technical & Allied Staff | 1,650 | 04 November 2026 | Apply on Official Website |
1. Staff Selection Commission (SSC) – GD Constable 2026-27
The Staff Selection Commission is inviting online applications for the recruitment of General Duty (GD) Constables in the Border Security Force (BSF), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), CISF, ITBP, SSB, SSF, and Rifleman in Assam Rifles.
- Total Vacancies: Approximately 39,481 posts
- Educational Qualification: Must have passed Matriculation (Class 10th) from a recognized board.
- Age Limit: 18 to 23 years (Age relaxation applicable as per central government norms).
- Important Dates: Application started on 15 September 2026; Closing date is 25 October 2026. Tentative CBT Exam: January–February 2027.
- Application Fee: ₹100 for General/OBC/EWS candidates. Exempted for Women candidates and SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen.
- How to Apply: Register via the SSC One-Time Registration (OTR) portal, upload your live photograph via the official SSC app/portal, fill in service preferences, and pay the fee online.
2. State Bank of India (SBI) – Probationary Officer (PO) 2026
State Bank of India has announced the recruitment drive for Probationary Officers (PO) across branches nationwide. This is one of the most sought-after banking credentials in the country.
- Total Vacancies: Approximately 2,000+ posts
- Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government. Final-year students are also eligible to apply provisionally.
- Age Limit: 21 to 30 years as of the notification cut-off date.
- Important Dates: Online registration window active from 05 October 2026 to 02 November 2026. Preliminary Exam scheduled for December 2026.
- Application Fee: ₹750 for General/EWS/OBC; Nil for SC/ST/PwBD.
- How to Apply: Visit the official SBI Careers portal, complete registration, upload signature, left thumb impression, handwritten declaration, and complete fee payment.
3. Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) – NTPC Recruitment 2026
The Railway Recruitment Boards are currently closing their window for the Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) recruitment for both Undergraduate and Graduate level positions (e.g., Station Master, Goods Guard, Senior Clerk, Junior Clerk cum Typist).
- Total Vacancies: 11,558 positions across various zonal railways.
- Educational Qualification: 12th (+2 Stage) for undergraduate posts; Bachelor’s Degree for graduate-level posts.
- Age Limit: 18 to 33 years for Undergraduate posts; 18 to 36 years for Graduate posts (standard 3-year extension applied).
- Important Dates: Application process ends on 20 October 2026. Correction window opens shortly after. CBT-1 expected in December 2026 / January 2027.
- Application Fee: ₹500 for Unreserved/OBC (₹400 refundable after appearing in CBT-1); ₹250 for SC/ST/Ex-SM/Female/EBC (full ₹250 refunded post-exam).
- How to Apply: Visit the official regional RRB website, log in with your Digilocker or Aadhaar-linked profile, select your preferred RRB, upload relevant credentials, and submit.
4. Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) – Specialist Officers (SO)
IBPS has released the notification for the Common Recruitment Process for selection of Specialist Officers (CRP SPL-XVI) across public sector commercial banks.
- Total Vacancies: 1,400+ across roles (IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, Marketing Officer).
- Educational Qualification: Relevant professional degree (B.Tech in IT/CS, B.Sc Agriculture, LLB, MBA in HR/Marketing) depending on the post applied for.
- Age Limit: 20 to 30 years.
- Important Dates: Applications open: 12 October 2026. Last date to register and pay fee: 05 November 2026. Prelims Exam: Late December 2026.
- Application Fee: ₹850 for General/OBC/EWS candidates; ₹175 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
- How to Apply: Apply via the IBPS official portal by uploading the required documents and submitting fees via net banking/UPI/debit card.
5. Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) – CTET December 2026
The Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) is mandatory for candidates seeking teaching appointments for Classes I to VIII in central government schools such as KVS, NVS, and Central Tibetan Schools.
- Total Vacancies: Eligibility Certification Test.
- Educational Qualification: Senior Secondary with D.El.Ed / B.El.Ed for Paper-I (Classes I-V); Graduation with B.Ed / D.El.Ed for Paper-II (Classes VI-VIII).
- Age Limit: No upper age limit specified.
- Important Dates: Registration closes on 24 October 2026. Exam date: Mid-December 2026 (OMR/CBT mode as confirmed by board).
- Application Fee: Only Paper I or II: ₹1,000 (Gen/OBC), ₹500 (SC/ST/PwBD). Both Papers: ₹1,200 (Gen/OBC), ₹600 (SC/ST/PwBD).
- How to Apply: Fill the form on the ctet.nic.in website, upload photographs, choose your preferred examination city, and make the payment.
6. Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) – Combined Competitive Examination
BPSC is accepting online applications for administrative, police, and finance service cadres across the state of Bihar.
- Total Vacancies: 850+ vacancies (SDO, DSP, Revenue Officer, Block Panchayati Raj Officer, etc.).
- Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Age Limit: Minimum 20, 21, or 22 years (post-specific); Maximum 37 years for unreserved male candidates (relaxations for female and reserved categories).
- Important Dates: Registration window open until 31 October 2026. Preliminary examination scheduled for mid-December 2026.
- Application Fee: ₹600 for General/Other State candidates; ₹150 for SC/ST/Female candidates of Bihar domicile and PwBD candidates.
- How to Apply: Access the BPSC online portal, complete candidate profile registration, select posts, submit qualification details, and remit application fees.
7. Uttar Pradesh PSC (UPPSC) – Review Officer & Assistant Review Officer (RO/ARO)
The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission is inviting eligible graduates for recruitment to the positions of Samiksha Adhikari (RO) and Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari (ARO) within the UP Civil Secretariat and Revenue Board.
- Total Vacancies: 411 posts.
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline. Specific technical qualifications (O-Level diploma or equivalent) and Hindi typing skills required for ARO posts.
- Age Limit: 21 to 40 years as of cut-off date.
- Important Dates: Last date for submitting the online application is 10 November 2026.
- Application Fee: ₹125 for UR/OBC/EWS; ₹65 for SC/ST; ₹25 for PwD candidates.
- How to Apply: Candidates must first complete the mandatory UPPSC One-Time Registration (OTR), then authenticate their OTR number to fill the RO/ARO application form.
8. Indian Navy – Short Service Commission (SSC) Officers (June 2027 Course)
Applications are open for unmarried men and women candidates for grant of Short Service Commission in Executive, Education, and Technical Branches of the Indian Navy.
- Total Vacancies: 250 posts (General Service, Naval Air Operations, Logistics, IT, Naval Armament Inspectorate, and Engineering).
- Educational Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in relevant disciplines or MCA/M.Sc (IT) with minimum 60% marks from an AICTE/UGC recognized university.
- Age Limit: Candidates born between 02 July 2001 and 01 January 2007 (approximate; variations apply by branch).
- Important Dates: Online application deadline is 29 October 2026. SSB interviews commence from December 2026 onwards.
- Application Fee: Nil (Exempted for all candidates).
- How to Apply: Register on the Join Indian Navy recruitment portal, upload semester mark sheets, photo, and identity card, and verify email for call-up details.
9. DRDO – CEPTAM-11 Recruitment 2026
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) Centre for Personnel Talent Management is recruiting for technical and allied cadres in its premier laboratories across India.
- Total Vacancies: 1,650 vacancies (Senior Technical Assistant ‘B’ and Technician ‘A’).
- Educational Qualification: B.Sc/Diploma in Engineering for STA-B; Class 10th pass + ITI certificate in relevant trade for Technician-A.
- Age Limit: 18 to 28 years (relaxation applies as per government regulations).
- Important Dates: Applications close on 04 November 2026. Tier-I CBT exam tentatively scheduled for December 2026.
- Application Fee: ₹100 for Unreserved/OBC/EWS; SC/ST/PwBD and Women candidates are exempt.
- How to Apply: Complete registration on the DRDO CEPTAM application portal, enter academic scores, choose test center preferences, and submit.
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