Published on: 18 October 2026 | Source: TheHindu.Club Career Desk | Reference ID: [thehindu.club-OCT26-NOTIF]

Welcome to TheHindu.Club‘s verified central and state employment bulletin for 18 October 2026. In accordance with our 4-layer accuracy guidelines, all notifications listed below are segregated by verified operational status: LIVE NOW (open windows), APPLICATION CLOSED (with critical exam/admit card schedules), and UPCOMING / ANNOUNCED IN OFFICIAL CALENDAR. Candidates are urged to monitor server deadlines and apply well before closing hours.

Quick Summary Table: Government Vacancies Status (as of 18 October 2026)

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1. Staff Selection Commission (SSC) – GD Constable Examination 2026-27

Notice Tag: [thehindu.club/SSC-GD-2026] | Current Status: LIVE NOW

The Staff Selection Commission is conducting the online registration process for Constable (General Duty) in Border Security Force (BSF), Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Indo Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), and Secretariat Security Force (SSF), alongside Rifleman (General Duty) in Assam Rifles.

• Total Vacancies: 39,481 (Tentative)
• Eligibility Criteria:
  • Age Limit: 18 to 23 years (as on 01 January 2027). Permissible age relaxations apply for SC/ST (5 yrs), OBC (3 yrs), and Ex-Servicemen.
  • Educational Qualification: Candidate must have passed Matriculation (Class 10th) from a recognised Board/University by the closing date.
• Important Dates:
  • Online Application Window Opened: 05 September 2026
  • Closing Date for Online Application: 05 November 2026 (23:00 Hrs)
  • Online Fee Payment Deadline: 06 November 2026
  • Computer Based Examination (CBE): January – February 2027
• Application Fee: ₹100 for Unreserved/OBC/EWS males. Exempted: Women candidates, SC, ST, and Ex-Servicemen (ESM).
• How to Apply: Log in to the revised One-Time Registration (OTR) system at ssc.gov.in, access the “Apply” section under Constable GD 2026-27, submit live photograph via the official SSC portal app, upload signatures, and pay the fee online.

Apply on Official Website (Direct Commission Portal: ssc.gov.in)

2. State Bank of India – SBI Probationary Officers (PO) 2026

Notice Tag: [thehindu.club/SBI-PO-2026] | Current Status: LIVE NOW

State Bank of India has opened the online registration window for the appointment of Probationary Officers across its administrative and retail branches throughout India.

• Total Vacancies: 2,000 Posts (Regular & Backlog)
• Eligibility Criteria:
  • Age Limit: 21 to 30 years (as on 01 April 2026). Normal government relaxations apply for reserved categories.
  • Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government. Final-year students are eligible to apply provisionally.
• Important Dates:
  • Registration & Fee Payment Commencement: 10 October 2026
  • Last Date to Submit Online Application: 31 October 2026
  • Phase-I Online Preliminary Examination: December 2026
  • Phase-II Main Examination: January 2027
• Application Fee: ₹750 for General/EWS/OBC candidates. ₹0 (Nil) for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
• How to Apply: Visit bank.sbi/careers or sbi.co.in/careers, go to “Current Openings”, select “Recruitment of Probationary Officers (CRPD/PO/2026-27)”, complete registration, upload thumb impression, handwritten declaration, photograph, and proceed to payment.

Apply on Official Website (Direct Portal: sbi.co.in/careers)

3. Central Board of Secondary Education – CTET December 2026

Notice Tag: [thehindu.club/CBSE-CTET-DEC26] | Current Status: LIVE NOW

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is inviting applications for the 20th edition of the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET). Clearing this national exam is mandatory for recruitment in central schools such as KVS, NVS, Central Tibetan Schools, and schools under UT administrations.

• Total Vacancies: National Eligibility Examination (Qualifying Certificate)
• Eligibility Criteria:
  • Paper I (Class I to V): Senior Secondary with minimum 50% marks and passed/appearing in final year of 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) or 4-year B.El.Ed.
  • Paper II (Class VI to VIII): Bachelor’s Degree with minimum 50% marks and passed/appearing in 2-year B.Ed / 4-year integrated B.A./B.Sc.Ed or relevant professional pedagogy qualifications according to NCTE norms.
• Important Dates:
  • Online Submission Period: 01 October 2026 to 02 November 2026
  • Fee Submission Cut-off: 02 November 2026 (23:59 Hrs)
  • CTET Examination Date: 20 December 2026 (Sunday, Two Shifts)
• Application Fee:
  • Only Paper I or II: ₹1,000 (Gen/OBC-NCL); ₹500 (SC/ST/Differently Abled).
  • Both Paper I & II: ₹1,200 (Gen/OBC-NCL); ₹600 (SC/ST/Differently Abled).
• How to Apply: Candidates must register directly on ctet.nic.in, fill out personal and academic credentials, choose preferred exam cities, upload scanned identity files, and remit the fee via online gateway.

Apply on Official Website (Direct Portal: ctet.nic.in)

4. Bihar Public Service Commission – 71st Combined Competitive Examination (CCE)

Notice Tag: [thehindu.club/BPSC-71-CCE] | Current Status: LIVE NOW

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) is processing registrations for the 71st Integrated Combined Competitive Examination for executive state cadre recruitment, including Sub-Divisional Officer, Deputy Superintendent of Police, Revenue Officers, and Block Development Officers.

• Total Vacancies: 1,950 Posts
• Eligibility Criteria:
  • Age Limit: 20, 21, or 22 years (minimum depending on service cadre) to 37 years (UR Male). Upper limit is 40 years for UR Female, BC, and EBC; 42 years for SC/ST.
  • Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent board.
• Important Dates:
  • Application Period: 28 September 2026 to 28 October 2026
  • Tentative Preliminary Exam Date: Mid-December 2026
• Application Fee: ₹600 for General/Other State candidates. ₹150 for SC/ST of Bihar, Permanent Resident Women of Bihar, and PwBD candidates. Biometric fee of ₹200 applies where Aadhaar is not linked.
• How to Apply: Complete registration on the BPSC integrated candidate portal (onlinebpsc.bihar.gov.in), finalize one-time credentials, and submit the 71st CCE application form.

Apply on Official Website (Direct Portal: bpsc.bih.nic.in)

5. DRDO – CEPTAM-11 Recruitment (STA-B & Tech-A)

Notice Tag: [thehindu.club/DRDO-CEPTAM11] | Current Status: LIVE NOW

The Centre for Personnel Talent Management (CEPTAM) of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has issued recruitment alerts for Technical Cadre positions across national laboratories.

• Total Vacancies: 2,240 Posts (STA-B: 1,320; Tech-A: 920)
• Eligibility Criteria:
  • Age Limit: 18 to 28 years (relaxation as per Central Government instructions).
  • Senior Technical Assistant-B (STA-B): Bachelor’s degree in Science or 3-year Diploma in Engineering/Technology in specified streams.
  • Technician-A (Tech-A): Class 10th pass alongside an ITI certificate in relevant trade from an NCVT/SCVT recognized institute.
• Important Dates:
  • Application Window Opened: 09 October 2026
  • Online Submission Closes: 08 November 2026
  • Tier-I CBT Examination: Expected January 2027
• Application Fee: ₹100 for UR/EWS/OBC male candidates. Exempted: All female, SC, ST, PwBD, and ESM candidates.
• How to Apply: Register at drdo.gov.in under the CEPTAM notice section, fill in personal/educational parameters, attach required certifications, and finalize registration.

Apply on Official Website (Direct Portal: drdo.gov.in)

6. Indian Navy – Short Service Commission (SSC) Officers (Jun 2027 Course)

Notice Tag: [thehindu.club/NAVY-SSC-2026] | Current Status: LIVE NOW

Applications are open from eligible unmarried men and women for entry as Short Service Commission (SSC) Officers in the Indian Navy for branches including Executive (General Service, Pilot, Observer, Logistics), Technical (Engineering, Electrical), and Education.

• Total Vacancies: 250 Posts
• Eligibility Criteria:
  • Age Limit: Born between 02 July 2002 and 01 January 2008 (varies slightly per operational branch).
  • Educational Qualification: Regular B.E./B.Tech in relevant branch with minimum 60% aggregate marks, or MCA/M.Sc (Computer Science)/MBA for specific sub-branches. Final-year students with consistent track records are eligible.
• Important Dates:
  • Commencement of Registration: 12 October 2026
  • Last Date for Online Submission: 29 October 2026
  • SSB Interviews: Commencing December 2026 onwards
• Application Fee: Nil (Exempted for all categories).
• How to Apply: Access joinindiannavy.gov.in, ensure Aadhaar authentication is active, apply via the “Officer Entry” portal, upload scanned academic records and semester marksheets.

Apply on Official Website (Direct Portal: joinindiannavy.gov.in)

7. Staff Selection Commission (SSC) – Combined Graduate Level (CGL) 2026

Notice Tag: [thehindu.club/SSC-CGL-2026-STATUS] | Current Status: APPLICATION CLOSED (EXAM STAGE)

Registration for the SSC CGL 2026 closed earlier this year. The Tier-I computer-based examination has concluded, and candidates are strictly advised to track preparations for Tier-II.

• Total Vacancies: 14,582 Posts (Group ‘B’ & ‘C’)
• Operational Update: The commission has confirmed that Tier-II examination will take place in the second and third weeks of December 2026. Admit cards and city intimation slips will be published 10 days prior to the examination on regional portal interfaces.
• Direct Advisory: Do not fall for unauthorized portals claiming to re-open registration. Track scorecard updates only on the main commission portal.

Apply on Official Website (Admit Card Tracking Portal: ssc.gov.in)

8. Institute of Banking Personnel Selection – IBPS PO / MT XVI (CRP PO/MT-XVI)

Notice Tag: [thehindu.club/IBPS-PO-2026-STATUS] | Current Status: APPLICATION CLOSED (MAINS STAGE)

The application window for IBPS CRP PO/MT-XVI closed in late August 2026. Preliminary examination scores are released, and qualified candidates are preparing for the main phase.

• Total Vacancies: 4,458 Posts in Participating Public Sector Banks
• Important Upcoming Dates:
  • Online Main Examination: 22 November 2026
  • Main Examination Call Letter Release: First week of November 2026
  • Interview Round: January/February 2027
• Advisory: Shortlisted aspirants must verify their category documentation, EWS income certificates for FY 2025-26, and non-creamy layer certificates ahead of document scrutiny.

Apply on Official Website (Official Portal: ibps.in)

9. Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) – NTPC CEN 05/2026

Notice Tag: [thehindu.club/RRB-NTPC-2026] | Current Status: APPLICATION CLOSED (SCRUTINY & CBT-1 SCHEDULE)

The centralized application registration for Graduate (Chief Commercial cum Ticket Supervisor, Station Master, Goods Train Manager) and Undergraduate positions under Centralized Employment Notice (CEN) 05/2026 has concluded.

• Total Vacancies: 11,558 Posts across All Indian Railway Zones
• Operational Update: Application status verification is underway. CBT-1 tentative window is scheduled from late November through December 2026. City intimation slips will be issued 10 days before the exam; official e-Call letters will be released 4 days before candidate slot dates.

Apply on Official Website (Verification Portal: rrbapply.gov.in)

10. State Bank of India – Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) 2026-27

Notice Tag: [thehindu.club/SBI-CLERK-2026-UPCOMING] | Current Status: UPCOMING / ANNOUNCED IN OFFICIAL CALENDAR

SBI’s Central Recruitment & Promotion Department has marked the next edition of Clerical Cadre recruitment for announcement in Q4 of 2026.

• Estimated Vacancies: 8,200+ Posts
• Expected Minimum Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university. Knowledge of local language of the applied state is mandatory.
• Expected Timeline: Official detailed notification is expected by mid-to-late November 2026, with Preliminary Examinations penciled in for January 2027. Aspirants are advised to prepare documents and certifications in advance.

Apply on Official Website (Career Portal: sbi.co.in/careers)

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