📋 Latest Government Job Notifications — 17 October 2026
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Welcome to TheHindu.Club‘s comprehensive Sarkari Naukri digest for 17 October 2026. Central and State government recruitment commissions have released several high-profile notifications for Graduate, Diploma, and 10th/12th-pass candidates. Below is your curated guide to active and upcoming vacancies across Banking, SSC, Railways, State PSCs, Defence, and Research organizations.
Note: Official notification dates and vacancies are subject to board revisions. Candidates must verify exact details from the respective official portals before applying.
Quick Summary of Active Government Jobs (October 2026)
| Organization | Post Name | Total Posts (Est.) | Minimum Qualification | Last Date | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| State Bank of India (SBI) | Probationary Officer (PO) | 2,100 | Graduation | 05 November 2026 | Apply Online |
| Staff Selection Commission (SSC) | GD Constable (CAPFs, SSF, Assam Rifles) | 39,481 | 10th Pass | 14 November 2026 | Apply Online |
| Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) | Junior Engineer (JE / DMS / CMA) | 7,910 | Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech | 28 October 2026 | Apply Online |
| IBPS | Specialist Officer (SO – SPL XVI) | 1,450 | Degree / B.Tech / MBA / MCA | 08 November 2026 | Apply Online |
| Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) | 72nd Combined Competitive Exam (CCE) | 1,150 | Graduation | 10 November 2026 | Apply Online |
| UPPSC | Combined State Subordinate Services (PCS) | 820 | Graduation | 02 November 2026 | Apply Online |
| Indian Air Force (IAF) | AFCAT 01/2027 Commissioned Officers | 315 | Graduation / B.Tech | 30 November 2026 | Apply Online |
| CBSE / Ministry of Education | Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET Dec 2026) | Eligibility Test | D.El.Ed / B.Ed | 31 October 2026 | Apply Online |
| DRDO (CEPTAM) | Senior Technical Assistant-B & Tech-A | 1,920 | Diploma / B.Sc / ITI | 06 November 2026 | Apply Online |
1. State Bank of India (SBI) – Probationary Officer (PO) 2026
State Bank of India is inviting applications from ambitious graduates across India for the post of Probationary Officer (PO). This is one of the most prestigious opportunities in public sector banking.
- Total Vacancies: Approximately 2,100 posts (indicative)
- Age Limit: 21 to 30 years (Relaxations as per government norms for reserved categories)
- Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university. Final year students are also eligible to apply provisionally.
- Important Dates:
- Online Application Commenced: 12 October 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 05 November 2026
- SBI PO Preliminary Exam: Late December 2026 / Early January 2027
- Application Fee: ₹750 for General/EWS/OBC; Nil (Exempted) for SC/ST/PwBD candidates
- How to Apply: Visit the official SBI Careers page, complete the basic registration, upload the handwritten declaration, signature, and photograph, and pay the fee online.
2. Staff Selection Commission (SSC) – Constable (GD) 2026–27
The Staff Selection Commission has launched the massive Constable (General Duty) recruitment drive for BSF, CISF, CRPF, SSB, ITBP, AR, and SSF.
- Total Vacancies: 39,481 posts (State-wise and force-wise breakdown available in notification)
- Age Limit: 18 to 23 years (Relaxable for OBC/SC/ST as per central rules)
- Educational Qualification: Matriculation (10th Class Pass) from an accredited board.
- Important Dates:
- Application Window: 05 October 2026 to 14 November 2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 15 November 2026
- Computer-Based Test (CBT): January – February 2027
- Application Fee: ₹100 for General/OBC male candidates; Exempted for Women, SC, ST, and Ex-Servicemen.
- How to Apply: Register on the SSC One-Time Registration (OTR) portal (ssc.gov.in), log in, select “Constable (GD) Examination 2026”, fill preferences, and submit the online application.
3. Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) – Junior Engineer (JE / DMS / CMA)
Indian Railways is filling substantial technical vacancies for Zonal Railways and Production Units under centralized employment notification for technical engineering roles.
- Total Vacancies: Approximately 7,910 posts
- Age Limit: 18 to 36 years (Including standard category relaxations)
- Educational Qualification: Three-year Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, or Computer Engineering from a recognized institute.
- Important Dates:
- Online Registration Deadline: 28 October 2026
- CBT Stage 1 Exam: December 2026
- Application Fee: ₹500 for General/OBC (₹400 refundable after attending CBT-1); ₹250 for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/Female/EWS (fully refundable after CBT-1).
- How to Apply: Log on to your regional RRB website, create an account, complete educational details, select zone preferences, and submit fees.
4. IBPS – Specialist Officers (CRP SPL-XVI) 2026
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection is processing applications for recruitment across participating public sector banks for IT Officer, Agriculture Field Officer (AFO), Rajbhasha Adhikari, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, and Marketing Officer.
- Total Vacancies: 1,450+ posts across public sector banks
- Age Limit: 20 to 30 years
- Educational Qualification: Relevant 4-year Engineering Degree (IT/CS), B.Sc/M.Sc Agriculture, LLB, or MBA/PGDBM in Marketing/HR depending on the post.
- Important Dates:
- Application Submission: 16 October 2026 to 08 November 2026
- Online Preliminary Exam: Late December 2026
- Application Fee: ₹850 for General/OBC/EWS; ₹175 for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
- How to Apply: Visit ibps.in, open the CRP Specialist Officers link, fill the single online form, upload left thumb impression and declaration, and make online payment.
5. Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) – 72nd Integrated CCE 2026
BPSC has opened the application gateway for administrative, police, and executive positions across Bihar state departments via the 72nd Combined Competitive Exam.
- Total Vacancies: 1,150 posts (Sub-Divisional Officer, DSP, Commercial Tax Officer, etc.)
- Age Limit: Minimum 20/21/22 years, Maximum 37 years for unreserved males (40 for BC/EBC/Women, 42 for SC/ST).
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from an authorized university.
- Important Dates:
- Last Date to Submit Online Application: 10 November 2026
- Preliminary Screening Exam: Mid-December 2026
- Application Fee: ₹600 for General/Other State candidates; ₹150 for Bihar SC/ST/Female candidates. Biometric fee of ₹200 applies where Aadhaar is not linked.
- How to Apply: Complete OTR on the BPSC portal (onlinebpsc.bihar.gov.in), navigate to the 72nd CCE tab, complete post preferences, and submit.
6. Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) – Combined State / PCS 2026
UPPSC is accepting registrations for administrative executive posts under the prestigious Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services Examination.
- Total Vacancies: 820 posts
- Age Limit: 21 to 40 years as of reference date (relaxation applicable for UP domiciled reserved groups).
- Educational Qualification: Graduate degree in any discipline. Certain specialized posts require Law, Commerce, or Agriculture backgrounds.
- Important Dates:
- Application Closing Date: 02 November 2026
- Preliminary Examination: December 2026
- Application Fee: ₹125 for UR/OBC/EWS; ₹65 for SC/ST of UP; ₹25 for PwD candidates.
- How to Apply: Obtain your mandatory One Time Registration (OTR) number on uppsc.up.nic.in, apply for PCS 2026, verify details, and finalize fee transaction.
7. Indian Air Force (IAF) – AFCAT 01/2027 Entry
The Indian Air Force invites men and women to join as Commissioned Officers in Flying, Ground Duty (Technical), and Ground Duty (Non-Technical) branches.
- Total Vacancies: Approximately 315 posts
- Age Limit:
- Flying Branch: 20 to 24 years
- Ground Duty (Tech/Non-Tech): 20 to 26 years
- Educational Qualification: Minimum 50% in Math & Physics at 10+2 level plus Graduation with minimum 60% marks or B.E./B.Tech degree.
- Important Dates:
- Application Period: 15 October 2026 to 30 November 2026
- Written Exam: Mid-February 2027
- Application Fee: ₹550 + GST for all candidates registering for AFCAT entry.
- How to Apply: Visit careerindianairforce.cdac.in or afcat.cdac.in, register candidate credentials, choose branch options and exam cities, and submit payment.
8. CBSE – Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) December 2026
The Central Board of Secondary Education is accepting applications for the nationwide CTET exam, mandatory for teacher recruitment in KVS, NVS, Central Tibetan Schools, and schools under UT administrations.
- Total Vacancies: National Eligibility Certificate (Paper-I for Classes I-V, Paper-II for Classes VI-VIII)
- Age Limit: Minimum 18 years; no upper age limit.
- Educational Qualification: Senior Secondary with D.El.Ed, or Graduation with B.Ed / D.El.Ed (as per NCTE guidelines).
- Important Dates:
- Online Application Closes: 31 October 2026
- CTET Examination Date: 13 December 2026 (Sunday)
- Application Fee:
- Single Paper: ₹1,000 (Gen/OBC) | ₹500 (SC/ST/Diff. Abled)
- Both Papers: ₹1,200 (Gen/OBC) | ₹600 (SC/ST/Diff. Abled)
- How to Apply: Fill the online application form on ctet.nic.in, upload scanned copies of photograph & signature, and pay via debit/credit card or net banking.
9. DRDO – CEPTAM-11 Technical Cadre Recruitment
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) invites applications through the Centre for Personnel Talent Management (CEPTAM) for technical roles in cutting-edge defence laboratories.
- Total Vacancies: 1,920 posts (Senior Technical Assistant ‘STA-B’ and Technician ‘Tech-A’)
- Age Limit: 18 to 28 years (Standard OBC/SC/ST/ESM relaxations apply).
- Educational Qualification:
- STA-B: 3-year Diploma in Engineering or B.Sc in Science/Computer disciplines.
- Tech-A: Class 10th pass alongside relevant ITI Trade Certificate.
- Important Dates:
- Application Closure: 06 November 2026
- Tier-I CBT Examination: January 2027
- Application Fee: ₹100 for UR/EWS/OBC; Exempted for SC/ST/PwBD and Women candidates.
- How to Apply: Navigate to the “Careers” section on drdo.gov.in, select CEPTAM-11 advertisement, complete your profile, and upload required documents.
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