Press Council of India Assistant Section Officer Recruitment 2026 - 3 Posts
Press Council of India (PCI) - Assistant Section Officer (Group B Non-Gazetted)
Delhi - Press Council of India, Soochna Bhawan, 8 CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi - 110003
| Position | Code | Grade | Age | Last Date | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer | PCI/ASO/2026 | Level 6 | — | 26 Oct 2026 | 3 |
| Total Vacancies | 3 | ||||
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Press Council of India Important Dates 2026
Press Council of India Application Fee 2026
Rs. 100 for general candidates. SC/ST, women, PwBD and ex-servicemen are exempt.
Press Council of India Salary / Pay Scale 2026
Level 6: Rs. 35,400 - Rs. 1,12,400 (pre-revised PB-2 Rs. 9,300 - 34,800 + GP Rs. 4,200)
Press Council of India Post Details
| S.No. | Position Title | Vacancies | Salary | Qualifications | Experience | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assistant Section OfficerGrade: Level 6 | 3 | Level 6: Rs. 35,400 - Rs. 1,12,400 | Bachelor's degree; typing test 30 wpm English/25 wpm Hindi within two years. | Not required. | — |
| Total Vacancies | 3 | |||||
Press Council of India Post-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| S.No. | Post / Trade | UR (General) | OBC | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assistant Section Officer | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Total | 2 | 1 | 3 | |
Press Council of India Eligibility Criteria 2026
Press Council of India Qualification / Education
Press Council of India Job Details & Overview
Press Council of India Assistant Section Officer Recruitment 2026 - 3 Posts
The Press Council of India (PCI) invites applications for 3 posts of Assistant Section Officer (Group B Non-Gazetted) in Level 6. The vacancies are UR-2 and OBC-1. Selection will be through an objective-type written examination followed by a computer typing test. Candidates who applied earlier against the 2024 advertisement and appeared in the 2025 examination may reapply with their roll number and are exempt from the fee. Applications must reach the Council within 30 days of publication of the short notice in Employment News.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Vacancy circular date | 26 September 2026 |
| Last date for receipt of application | Within 30 days of Employment News publication (26 October 2026) |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Code | Vacancies | Category | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer | PCI/ASO/2026 | 3 | UR-2, OBC-1 | Level 6: Rs. 35,400 - Rs. 1,12,400 |
Category-wise Vacancies
| Post | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | PwBD | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Category figures are as published in the official notice. PwBD vacancies are included within the horizontal reservation indicated by the notice; candidates should verify the applicable disability codes in the official PDF.
Eligibility
- Bachelor's degree from a recognised university/institute.
- Age 20-30 years as on the closing date; upper-age relaxation as per Government orders.
- Desirable: postgraduate degree, law degree, journalism/mass communication degree/diploma, or knowledge of an additional Indian language.
- Candidates must qualify a 15-minute computer typing test at 30 wpm in English or 25 wpm in Hindi within two years of appointment.
- OBC candidates must not fall in the creamy layer and must submit a valid OBC-NCL certificate.
- Candidates who appeared in the 2025 ASO examination under the 2024 advertisement may reapply with their roll number and are exempt from the fee.
Post-wise Qualification
- Assistant Section Officer: Bachelor's degree; typing test 30 wpm English/25 wpm Hindi within two years.
Age Limit
20 to 30 years as on the closing date. Upper-age relaxation as per Government of India orders.
Application Fee
A fee of Rs. 100 is payable by demand draft, cheque or online transfer to the Press Council of India. SC/ST, women, PwBD and ex-servicemen are exempt.
Selection Process
Selection will be through an objective-type written examination (200 questions, 150 minutes) covering General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Mathematical Abilities/Quantitative Aptitude, and English/Hindi language, followed by a computer typing test. The final merit will be based on the examination and typing test as per PCI rules.
How to Apply
- Download the prescribed application proforma and fill it completely.
- Attach self-attested copies of educational certificates, date of birth proof, OBC-NCL certificate (if applicable) and experience certificates.
- Pay Rs. 100 by demand draft/cheque in favour of Secretary, Press Council of India, or by online transfer to the PCI account; attach the payment receipt/UTR.
- Send the application to The Under Secretary (Administration), Press Council of India, Room No. 346, 3rd Floor, Soochna Bhawan, 8 CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi - 110003.
- The application must reach within 30 days of publication of the short notice in Employment News.
Important Links
Important Instructions
- 3 posts: UR-2, OBC-1.
- Pay Level 6 (pre-revised PB-2 with GP Rs. 4,200).
- Written examination: 200 objective questions, 150 minutes.
- Typing test: 30 wpm English or 25 wpm Hindi.
- Fee Rs. 100; exempt for SC/ST, women, PwBD and ex-servicemen.
Disclaimer: Candidates must read the complete official notification before applying. Dates, vacancies and eligibility are subject to the official notice and subsequent corrigenda.
Press Council of India Important Links
How to Apply for Press Council of India Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for Press Council of India (PCI) - Assistant Section Officer (Group B Non-Gazetted)'s Press Council of India Assistant Section Officer Recruitment 2026 - 3 Posts before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this Press Council of India (PCI) - Assistant Section Officer (Group B Non-Gazetted) recruitment.
- Fill in the form with accurate personal, educational and category details, and upload the required scanned documents as specified.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 100 for general candidates. SC/ST, women, PwBD and ex-servicemen are exempt. online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Submit the form before 26 Oct 2026 and save the confirmation page and fee receipt.
Press Council of India Documents Required
- Printout of the submitted application form and the fee payment receipt.
- Recent photograph and signature, sized as specified in the notification.
- Proof of Date of Birth (birth certificate or Class X / SSLC mark sheet) and a photo identity proof.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets required for the post.
- Caste / EWS / experience / disability certificates, as applicable to your category or the post.
Press Council of India Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this Press Council of India (PCI) - Assistant Section Officer (Group B Non-Gazetted) recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official Press Council of India (PCI) - Assistant Section Officer (Group B Non-Gazetted) notification before submitting.
- Complete and pay before the last date, 26 Oct 2026; late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Only one application is allowed; if multiple are submitted, only the latest valid one is considered.
- Candidature is subject to verification of all documents with originals at later stages.
- Track updates to this notification (corrigenda, admit card, result) on Rojgarpulse.
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What is Press Council of India Assistant Section Officer Recruitment 2026 - 3 Posts?
Press Council of India Assistant Section Officer Recruitment 2026 - 3 Posts is a government recruitment notification published by Press Council of India. Apply before the last date to be considered for the post.
When do applications open for Press Council of India Recruitment 2026?
Online applications for Press Council of India Recruitment 2026 start on 26 September 2026.
What is the last date to apply for Press Council of India Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application for Press Council of India Recruitment 2026 is 26 October 2026.
What is the application fee for Press Council of India Recruitment 2026?
Rs. 100 for general candidates. SC/ST, women, PwBD and ex-servicemen are exempt.
What is the qualification required for Press Council of India Recruitment 2026?
Bachelor's degree from a recognised university/institute. Desirable: postgraduate degree, law degree, degree/diploma in journalism/mass communication, or knowledge of an additional Indian language. Typing test: 30 wpm in English or 25 wpm in Hindi.
How to apply for Press Council of India Recruitment 2026?
Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for Press Council of India Recruitment 2026. Always verify all details from the official notification before applying.