DGMS Recruitment 2026: 1 Young Professional (Media Cell) – Apply Offline @ dgms.gov.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

Essential Qualification

• Master degree in Mass Communication or Journalism or Public Relations or Mass Multimedia & Communications.

Essential Experience

• Minimum 1 year of professional work experience as a Communication Professional with excellent skills in:
• Handling social media across all platforms
• Copywriting and proofreading
• Content creation, photo and video editing
• Using tools and techniques to increase organizational visibility
• Working with multimedia content
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Packages, Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Canva, Photoshop, etc.

Desirable

• Persons with post-qualification experience in the relevant field would be preferred.

Age Limit

• Candidates must be below 32 years of age as on the date of the advertisement (06 November 2026). No age relaxation has been mentioned in the notification.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

The official notification states that the selection procedure for engagement of Young Professionals is as per the DGMS guidelines available on the official website (dgms.gov.in). Candidates are advised to review the guidelines for eligibility and selection before applying. No written examination is scheduled in the notification; the assessment will follow the prescribed contractual engagement guidelines.

Important: No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending the selection process.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

Applicants must send the completed Annexure-A application form along with the following documents:

• Recent passport-size photograph affixed on the form
• Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets from Secondary (10th) onwards
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Last salary slip
• Work experience certificate(s)

How to Apply

1. Fill in the prescribed Application Form (Annexure-A) with a recent passport-size photograph in the designated space.
2. Complete all declarations regarding pending criminal cases, court convictions, and any conflict of interest or pecuniary interest.
3. Sign the declaration and attach all required documents.
4. By Post: Send to The Director of Mines Safety (SD), Directorate General of Mines Safety, Hirapur, Dhanbad – 826 001 (Jharkhand)
5. By Email: [email protected]
6. The application must reach within 15 days from the date of publication of the advertisement. Late applications will not be considered.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the last date to apply for DGMS Young Professional (Media Cell) recruitment?

The last date to submit the application form is 21 November 2026, which is within 15 days from the publication date of the advertisement (06 November 2026).

3. What is the application fee for DGMS Young Professional recruitment?

The official notification does not mention any application fee. Candidates should check the official notification and DGMS guidelines for clarification.

4. Is this a permanent government job?

No. This is a purely contractual engagement for a fixed period up to February 2027. The engagement can be terminated at any time by the competent authority without assigning reasons. There is no lifetime pension or permanent government job security associated with this post.

5. What is the salary for DGMS Young Professional (Media Cell)?

The consolidated monthly remuneration is Rs. 60,000/-, inclusive of all allowances and benefits, governed by the DGMS guidelines for engagement of Young Professionals.

6. What are the educational qualifications required?

A Master degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, or Mass Multimedia & Communications along with a minimum of 1 year professional work experience as a Communication Professional with skills in social media, content creation, copywriting, multimedia, and proficiency in design tools like Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Canva, and Photoshop.