Reference / File: F.No. OPGCI/2026/MISC/01
Corrigendum: Any change in dates, vacancies, syllabus, or fee shall be notified only through the official website and corrigendum thereto.
Important Dates (Tentative)
| Application starting date | 01/09/2026 |
| Application last date | 30/09/2026 |
| Last date for online payment of fee | 30/09/2026 |
| Date of CBT (tentative) | November 2026 (exact session, shift & city intimation through admit card) |
How to apply for Recruitment 2026
- Read this page in full. Do not rely on social-media summaries.
- Register on the official application portal with a valid email and mobile number.
- Fill one post code only. Upload photograph, signature and prescribed documents in the specified size.
- Pay the examination fee online on or before 30/09/2026.
- Download the application confirmation. Admit card for the November 2026 CBT will be issued later on the same portal.
Eligibility, reservation and examination scheme
Recruitment 2026 is a direct recruitment exercise of a Government of India public-sector institution. Essential qualifications, age (18–30 years with GoI relaxation), and medical standards shall be as in the detailed advertisement. Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen follows Government of India policy. The Computer Based Test is tentatively scheduled in November 2026; city, shift and session will appear only on the admit card. Only two post codes are notified: OPGCI-DEO (CBT + Skill Test + DV) and OPGCI-MTS (CBT + DV).
Candidates must not pay any person or agency claiming to influence Recruitment. All corrigenda will be hosted only on opgci.org. Queries: recruitment@opgci.gov.in.
Current Vacancies — 385 Posts
In pursuance of manpower requirements for public governance, citizen services, communication and information management at OPGCI (established 1987, Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions), 385 posts (DEO 137 + MTS 248) are to be filled through open competitive Computer Based Test (CBT). A candidate must apply against only one post for which he/she fully satisfies essential qualification and age limits. Vacancies are provisional; OPGCI reserves the right to increase, decrease or cancel any post without assigning reason.
| Sl. | Post code | Post | Grade | Vacancies | Selection Process | Last Date | Status | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | OPGCI-DEO | Data Entry Operator (Group C) | Group C | 137 | CBT + Skill Test + DV | 30/09/2026 | Open | Apply |
| 2 | OPGCI-MTS | Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) | Group C | 248 | CBT + DV | 30/09/2026 | Open | Apply |
| Grand Total | 385 | 2 post categories | ||||||
Category-wise vacancy (GoI roster)
| Post code | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OPGCI-DEO | 55 | 14 | 37 | 21 | 10 | 137 |
| OPGCI-MTS | 81 | 20 | 54 | 44 | 49 | 248 |
| Total | 136 | 34 | 91 | 65 | 59 | 385 |
Horizontal reservation for PwBD / Ex-Servicemen as per Government of India policy. Vacancies are provisional.
Archive — Previous Recruitment Notifications
Below are earlier recruitment notifications for reference. All application periods have closed; no fresh applications are accepted against these notifications.
| Sl. | Reference No. | Post | Grade | Vacancies | Last Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | OPGCI/2025/MISC/04 | Administrative Officer | Group B | 45 | 15/01/2025 | Closed |
| 2 | OPGCI/2025/MISC/04 | Section Officer | Group B | 28 | 28/02/2025 | Closed |
| 3 | OPGCI/2025/MISC/04 | IT Specialist | Group A | 12 | 10/03/2025 | Closed |
| 4 | OPGCI/2025/MISC/04 | Public Relations Officer | Group B | 8 | 05/04/2025 | Closed |
| 5 | OPGCI/2025/MISC/04 | Research Associate | Group B | 15 | 20/04/2025 | Closed |
| 6 | OPGCI/2025/MISC/04 | Stenographer Grade-D | Group C | 32 | 12/05/2025 | Closed |
| 7 | OPGCI/2025/MISC/04 | Data Entry Operator | Group C | 50 | 30/05/2025 | Closed |
| 8 | OPGCI/2024/MISC/02 | Deputy Director (Governance) | Group A | 6 | 18/11/2024 | Closed |
| 9 | OPGCI/2024/MISC/02 | Assistant Section Officer | Group B | 22 | 25/11/2024 | Closed |
| 10 | OPGCI/2024/MISC/02 | Junior Analyst | Group B | 14 | 02/12/2024 | Closed |
| 11 | OPGCI/2024/MISC/02 | Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) | Group C | 65 | 15/12/2024 | Closed |
| 12 | OPGCI/2023/MISC/01 | Legal Assistant | Group B | 10 | 30/06/2023 | Closed |
| 13 | OPGCI/2023/MISC/01 | Accountant | Group B | 18 | 15/07/2023 | Closed |
| 14 | OPGCI/2023/MISC/01 | Stenographer Grade-D | Group C | 40 | 28/08/2023 | Closed |
| 15 | OPGCI/2022/MISC/03 | Data Entry Operator | Group C | 55 | 10/03/2022 | Closed |
| 16 | OPGCI/2022/MISC/03 | Office Attendant | Group C | 38 | 22/03/2022 | Closed |
For archived advertisement copies, contact recruitment@opgci.gov.in.
General Instructions
- Apply only against one post code; multiple applications or suppression of material facts shall entail summary rejection
- Age limit: 18–30 years (relaxation as per Government of India norms)
- Application fee: ₹250 for all categories (UR/EWS/OBC/SC/ST/PwD/Ex-Servicemen) — last date for online payment: 30/09/2026
- OPGCI-DEO: CBT: 100 Q / 200 marks — Computer 35, Aptitude 30, English 20, GK 15; Skill Test: 35 wpm typing + data entry; Selection: CBT + Skill Test + DV
- OPGCI-MTS: CBT: 100 Q / 200 marks (2 each) — QA 25, Reasoning 25, English 25, GK 25; Selection: CBT + DV
- Reservation as per Government of India policy for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD categories
- Queries: recruitment@opgci.gov.in (email only — no telephone helpline)
Recruitment 2026 — Frequently asked questions
When is the Recruitment CBT?
The Computer Based Test is tentatively in November 2026. Exact date, shift and city will be printed on the admit card.
Is there a phone number for Recruitment?
No. All communication is by email to recruitment@opgci.gov.in or through the online application portal.
Can I apply for more than one post?
No. Recruitment 2026 permits only one post code per candidate.
Why Join OPGCI?
Career Growth
Structured promotion policy, training at OPGCI Academy, and deputation opportunities with central ministries.
Work-Life Balance
Government holidays, leave travel concession (LTC), and medical facilities for employees and dependents.
National Impact
Contribute to Digital India, citizen service delivery and governance reforms across the country.
Equal Opportunity
Recruitment follows Government of India reservation policy for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD categories.
