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

The Press Council of India, an autonomous statutory body established under the Press Council Act, 1978, has released a recruitment notification inviting applications for the post of Principal Private Secretary (PPS). The position is to be filled on a deputation basis, and the vacancy is open to qualified officers serving in the Stenographic Cadre under the Central Government. This is a great opportunity for eligible candidates already working in various levels of stenographic services. The last date to apply is within 45 days from the date of notification (8th December 2025), i.e., by 25th February 2026.

Press Council of India Recruitment 2026 Notification

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Press Council of India Vacancy

Education

Applicants must be serving in the Stenographic Cadre of the Central Government and must meet any one of the following criteria on a regular basis:

1. Holding the post of Principal Private Secretary or analogous post in Level-11, OR
2. 5 years or more in Level-10, OR
3. 7 years or more in Level-9, OR
4. 8 years or more in Level-8, OR
5. 9 years or more in Level-7

Salary

• Pay Level 11 (as per 7th CPC)
• Pre-revised Pay Band-3: ₹15,600 – 39,100 + GP ₹6,600

Age Limit

• As per deputation rules (typically, maximum 56 years)

Application Fee

• No application fee

Selection Process

• Deputation basis under Government of India norms
• Evaluation based on service profile and length of experience

How to Apply

1. Download the prescribed application format from www.presscouncil.nic.in
2. Fill the form carefully with all required information
3. Attach self-attested copies of supporting documents including:
   • Date of birth certificate
   • Experience certificates
   • Service history as per eligibility criteria
4. Send the complete application by post to:Secretary
   Press Council of India
   Soochna Bhawan, 8 CGO Complex
   Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003
5. Ensure the application reaches by 25th February 2026 (within 45 days from 08/12/2025)

Important Dates

Application form, details & registration

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