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Press Council of India Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for Principal Private Secretary Post

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Organization
Location / State
Total Vacancies
👥 01 Post
Last Date
⏰ 25 February 2026
🏛️ Official Website (www.presscouncil.nic.in) 📝 How to Apply ↓ ⚡ Quick Highlights ↓

Recruitment Highlights & Key Fact-Sheet

Summary of official notification, eligibility criteria, vacancies, and key dates.

🏛️ Official Notification Summary
👥
Total Vacancies
01 Post
💰
Salary / Pay Scale
As per Govt Norms
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Application Mode
Offline (By Post)
Last Date to Apply
25 February 2026
🏛️ Conducting Body Press Council of India 📑 Advt / Notification No. Refer Official Notification
💼 Post Name Principal Private Secretary (PPS) 📍 Job Location New Delhi, Delhi
🎓 Qualification Refer Official Notification 🎂 Age Criteria Refer Notification
💵 Application Fee Refer Notification 🎯 Selection Method Merit / Written Test / Interview
🌐 Official Website www.presscouncil.nic.in ↗ 📄 Notification Document Available in notification details below
📮 Important Notice: Offline Application via Speed / Registered Post

Please Note: This recruitment is strictly processed via Offline Mode. There is no online registration link on any portal. Candidates must download the official notification & application format, fill it out, enclose self-attested copies of supporting documents, and dispatch the envelope through Speed Post or Registered Post before 25 February 2026.

📑 Candidate Enclosure Checklist (Self-Attested Copies)
✅ Duly filled & signed official application form
✅ Proof of Date of Birth (10th/Matriculation Certificate)
✅ Educational Degree & Marksheets (Graduation / Post Graduation)
✅ Experience & Relieving Certificates (Minimum required service)
✅ Last Pay Certificate (LPC) / Pension Payment Order (PPO) for retired officers
✅ Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Passport / Voter Card / PAN)

📋 Complete Notification Details

Press Council of India Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for Principal Private Secretary Post

The Press Council of India, an autonomous body established under the Press Council Act, 1978, has released a vacancy notice dated 8th December 2025. They are inviting applications for the position of Principal Private Secretary on a deputation basis. Interested and eligible candidates can apply offline by sending their applications in the prescribed format.

Press Council of India Recruitment 2026 Overview

OrganizationPost NameTotal VacanciesLast Date to ApplyOfficial Website
Press Council of IndiaPrincipal Private Secretary (PPS)1Within 45 days from 08/12/2025www.presscouncil.nic.in

Vacancy Details

Post NameNo. of PostsSalary
Principal Private Secretary (PPS)1 (One)Level 11 (PB-3, Rs. 15,600-39,100 + GP 6600/- pre-revised)

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Principal Private Secretary (PPS)

  • Essential: Applicants must meet one of the following criteria on a regular basis:
    1. Holding the post of Principal Private Secretary or an analogous post in the Level 11 pay scale.
    2. 05 years or more of regular service in Level 10 in the Stenographic Cadre.
    3. 07 years or more of regular service in Level 9 in the Stenographic Cadre.
    4. 08 years or more of regular service in Level 8 in the Stenographic Cadre.
    5. 09 years or more of regular service in Level 7 in the Stenographic Cadre.
  • Experience: Refer to essential qualification criteria above regarding service length.
  • Desirable: Not specified.

How to Apply

Applications must be sent in the prescribed format along with self-attested copies of certificates (date of birth, experience, etc.) to the following address:

Address: Secretary, Press Council of India, Soochna Bhawan, 8 CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi - 110003.

Important Links

Important Links:
Official Website: Click here

FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for Press Council of India Recruitment 2025?
A. Applications must be submitted within 45 days from the date of publication of the notice (8th December 2025).

Q2. How many vacancies are available?
A. There is 1 vacancy for the post of Principal Private Secretary.

Q3. Is this a direct recruitment?
A. No, the position is on a deputation basis.