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

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Total Vacancies
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Offline (Post)
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Closing Date
25 February 2026
🏛️ 1. Conducting Organization Press Council of India 📑 2. Advertisement Reference No. Advt. No. PressCouncilofIndia/Rect/2026
💼 3. Nature of Employment Contractual / Project-Based (Tenure) 🎯 4. Exact Post & Vacancy Count Principal Private Secretary (PPS) (01 Post)
📮 5. Application / Selection Mode Offline (By Post) 📅 6. Crucial Dates & Timings 25 February 2026
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💵 8. Application Fee ✓ ₹0 (Nil / Exempted)
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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.

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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.

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