Recent Government Jobs in India 2026 – Latest Notifications Today

Yes, there are multiple recent government jobs available right now in India across central and state levels. As of January 2026, over 150 major recruitment notifications are active, covering positions from 10th pass to postgraduate levels across sectors like railways, banking, defence, teaching, and state public service commissions. Most applications are open with deadlines ranging from late January to March 2026.

I’ve been tracking government job notifications daily for the past four years, and January has consistently been one of the most active months for recruitment. This year is no different. What I’ve noticed through my work with job seekers is that most people miss out not because opportunities don’t exist, but because they don’t know where to look or how to filter through the noise.

This article breaks down the most recent government job openings, organized by qualification level, exam type, and application deadlines so you can find what matches your profile quickly.

Recent government jobs are notifications released within the last 30-45 days that are either still accepting applications or have upcoming exam dates. These aren’t archived posts from six months ago—they’re live opportunities you can apply for today or this week.

How I verify these notifications:

• Direct checks on official recruitment portals (SSC, UPSC, IBPS, RRB, State PSCs)
• Cross-referencing with Employment News and official gazettes
• Daily monitoring of ministry websites and public sector undertaking portals

Most fake job sites recycle old notifications or create urgency around positions that don’t exist. I only list jobs where I can link directly to the official notification PDF or application page.

If you’ve completed 10th standard, you’re eligible for several central and state government positions right now. These roles typically fall under Group C and Group D categories.

Currently Active Notifications:

• Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment 2026: Open for 10th pass candidates aged 17.5-21 years. Physical tests scheduled for February-March 2026 across multiple rally grounds. (Apply on joinindianarmy.nic.in)
• Indian Coast Guard Navik Recruitment: 260 positions for 10th pass with physics and mathematics. Application deadline: February 15, 2026. Starting salary around ₹21,700/month.
• Railway Group D Recruitment: Regional Railway Recruitment Boards are expected to announce 50,000+ vacancies in February 2026. Keep checking RRB official websites weekly.
• State Police Constable Posts: Multiple states including UP, Bihar, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh have active constable recruitments with 10th pass eligibility. Check your state police recruitment board website.

What I’ve seen work: Most 10th pass candidates I’ve mentored focus exclusively on one exam at a time. That’s a mistake. The selection process for these positions takes 6-12 months minimum. Apply for 3-4 suitable positions simultaneously and prepare for physical tests alongside written exams.

12th pass opens up significantly more opportunities, especially in clerical, technical, and junior administrative roles.

High-Priority Notifications:

• SSC CHSL 2026: Combined Higher Secondary Level exam for LDC, DEO, and postal assistant posts. Notification expected by mid-February 2026 based on previous patterns. Around 4,000-5,000 vacancies anticipated.
• IBPS Clerk 2026: Banking clerical positions across public sector banks. Pre-exam training for SC/ST/OBC candidates usually starts in March. Salary range: ₹19,900-63,200.
• Railway NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories): Graduate and 12th pass positions in accounts, commercial, and station master roles. The 2026 notification should release by March.
• State SSC Exams: Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal State Service Commissions have released multiple 12th-level notifications for junior assistant and clerk positions.

Personal insight: I worked with a candidate last year who applied for IBPS Clerk while simultaneously preparing for SSC CHSL. She cleared IBPS first (joined in November 2025) and is now preparing for CHSL as a backup for better posting location. This dual-track approach works because exam patterns overlap significantly.

Graduate-level positions offer the highest number of vacancies and best career growth potential in government sector.

Major Active Recruitments:

• UPSC CDS I 2026: Combined Defence Services exam notification released January 19, 2026. Application deadline: February 11, 2026. For officer-level positions in Indian Military Academy, Naval Academy, and Air Force Academy.
• SSC CGL 2026: Combined Graduate Level exam expected in March 2026 (notification releases 2-3 months before exam). Covers positions like Income Tax Inspector, Audit Officer, Sub-Inspector CBI, and Assistant Section Officer.
• IBPS PO 2026: Probationary Officer positions in public sector banks. Previous year saw 4,000+ vacancies. Notification expected by July-August 2026, but prepare from now.
• State PSC Civil Services: Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Jharkhand PSCs have released preliminary exam notifications for deputy collector, block development officer, and assistant commissioner positions.
• Teaching Jobs: CTET 2026 notification expected in February. State TETs in Maharashtra, Karnataka, and West Bengal are currently accepting applications for primary and secondary teacher positions.

Statistics worth noting: According to the Union Public Service Commission’s 2024-25 annual report, graduate-level positions saw an 18% increase in vacancies compared to the previous year. This trend is continuing into 2026, particularly in revenue, audit, and investigative services.

IBPS, SBI, and RBI recruit through separate exams. IBPS handles recruitment for 12 public sector banks collectively. SBI conducts its own exams for clerk and PO positions. RBI recruits for Grade B officers (the most prestigious banking job with starting salary around ₹77,000/month).

Current status: IBPS SO (Specialist Officer) exam results were declared in January 2026. Next major banking recruitment will be IBPS PO in July-August 2026.

Indian Railways is the largest civilian employer in the world. Recruitment happens through Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) divided into 21 zones.

Active notifications: RRB Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai have released clerk and accounts assistant notifications with a combined 8,000+ vacancies. Application windows close by February 28, 2026.

Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, and paramilitary forces recruit through separate processes. Most defence positions have two routes: direct entry (for graduates) and technical entry (for engineers).

Recent updates: Territorial Army recruitment 2026 notification released on January 22, 2026, for officers in various arms and services. This is open for serving soldiers and civilians aged 18-42 years.

Central government teaching jobs come through KVS (Kendriya Vidyalaya), NVS (Navodaya Vidyalaya), and DSSSB (Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board). State governments recruit through their respective education departments and PSCs.

What’s active: KVS recruitment 2026 for TGT, PGT, and PRT positions expected by March 2026 based on established patterns. Previous cycle had 13,000+ vacancies.

Official sources you should check daily:

1. Employment News (employmentnews.gov.in) – Weekly publication by Government of India
2. Individual ministry websites – Check recruitment sections
3. UPSC (upsc.gov.in), SSC (ssc.nic.in), Railway Recruitment Boards
4. State PSC websites for your state
5. Public sector undertaking career pages

My tracking system: I maintain a spreadsheet with notification dates, exam dates, and result dates for recurring exams. Most government exams follow predictable annual patterns. For example, SSC CGL notifications typically release in March-April every year. IBPS exams follow a fixed calendar: PO in July, Clerk in September, SO in November.

Mobile alerts: Most official recruitment websites now offer email and SMS alerts. Register on these portals with your qualification details to get relevant notifications directly.

What doesn’t work: Third-party job alert websites often send you notifications for expired posts or non-existent positions. Cross-check everything with official sources.

Government recruitment is cyclical and predictable. Most exams follow annual patterns with 2-3 month variations.

Exams to watch in coming months (February-June 2026):

• SSC CGL 2026 (notification expected March)
• IBPS RRB (notification expected June)
• KVS recruitment (expected March)
• Railway Group D (notification expected February-March)
• UPSC NDA II 2026 (notification expected June)

Long-term tracking tip: Create a personal job calendar. Mark exam notification months, typical application periods, and expected exam dates based on previous years. This helps you mentally prepare and allocate study time efficiently.

Join official channels: Most government recruitment bodies have official Twitter/X accounts, YouTube channels, and Telegram groups that share updates. Follow these for authentic information.