Press Council of India ASO Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Organisation | Press Council of India |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Assistant Section Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 3 |
| Post Classification | Group B, Non-Gazetted |
| Recruitment Method | Direct Recruitment |
| Pay Level | Level 6 |
| Advertisement Number | F.No.1/6/2020-PCI (Admn.) (Part-III) |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Last Date | 26 October 2026 |
| Job Location | New Delhi |
| Official Website | presscouncil.nic.in |
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Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Vacancy notice date | 28 August 2026 |
| Employment News publication | 26 September 2026 |
| Last date for receipt of application | 26 October 2026 |
The application must reach the prescribed address within 30 days from the advertisement's publication in Employment News.
Press Council of India ASO Vacancy 2026
| Post Name | UR | OBC | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Section Officer | 2 | 1 | 3 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates should possess a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university and fulfil the prescribed computer-typing requirement.
Typing Speed
| Language | Required Typing Speed |
|---|---|
| English | 30 words per minute |
| Hindi | 25 words per minute |
The typing test will be conducted on a computer.
Age Limit
| Minimum Age | 20 years |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | 30 years |
| Age Calculation Date | 26 October 2026 |
Age relaxation will be provided to eligible reserved-category candidates according to the applicable government rules.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General and OBC | Rs.100 |
| SC, ST and Female Candidates | No Fee |
PCI Assistant Section Officer Salary
The Assistant Section Officer post carries Pay Level 6. The corresponding pre-revised pay scale is Rs.9,300-34,800 with Grade Pay of Rs.4,200. Other admissible allowances will be provided according to applicable rules.
Selection Process
The selection process may include the following stages:
- Tier-I Objective Examination
- Tier-II Descriptive Examination
- Computer Typing Test
- Document Verification
Tier-I Examination Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 50 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| English Language and Comprehension | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
- Examination duration: Two hours
- Negative marking: 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer
Tier-II Examination Pattern
| Type of Examination | Descriptive |
|---|---|
| Maximum Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 60 minutes |
| Language | English or Hindi |
| Topics | Essay, Precis, Letter and Application Writing |
How to Apply for Press Council of India ASO Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official Press Council of India website.
- Download the detailed notification and prescribed application form.
- Fill in the personal, educational and communication details correctly.
- Attach self-attested copies of the date-of-birth certificate, educational certificates and other required documents.
- Pay the applicable application fee and attach the payment proof.
- Check the completed application form carefully.
- Send it to the prescribed address so that it reaches the Press Council of India by 26 October 2026.
Application Address
Under Secretary (Administration) Room No. 346 Press Council of India 3rd Floor, Soochna Bhawan 8, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road New Delhi - 110003
Documents to Attach
- Completed application form
- Self-attested date-of-birth proof
- Self-attested educational certificates
- Category certificate, where applicable
- Experience certificates, if applicable
- Application-fee payment proof, where applicable
- Other documents required in the detailed notification
Important Instructions
- The application must be submitted in the prescribed format.
- All supporting certificates should be self-attested.
- Candidates must ensure that the application reaches PCI within the prescribed period.
- Applicants should keep a copy of the completed form and supporting documents.
- Candidates should regularly visit the official PCI website for examination and recruitment updates.
Press Council of India Assistant Section Officer Important Links
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here