Government Jobs: Today is the last date for these five recruitment drives; submit your application for your preferred job soon..
October 20, 2026, is an important date for young people preparing for government jobs. On this day, the online application process for several recruitment drives will conclude. These include 710 apprentice positions at the SAIL Bhilai Steel Plant, 135 posts under the Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission’s Combined Competitive Examination, and 51 non-teaching positions at NIT Agartala. Additionally, October 20 is the final date to apply for teaching positions at IGNOU and for the librarian recruitment at the Gujarat High Court. Eligible candidates should carefully review the official notification for the respective recruitment before applying.
What are the details of these recruitment drives?
1. How many posts are there at SAIL Bhilai?
The Bhilai Steel Plant of the Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has invited applications for 710 apprentice positions for the year 2026-27. This includes 516 trade apprentice, 124 diploma apprentice, and 70 graduate apprentice posts. Trade apprentices will receive a monthly stipend of ₹9,600, diploma apprentices ₹10,900, and graduate apprentices ₹12,300. Candidates must be between 18 and 28 years of age as of October 31, 2026. Those who completed their relevant ITI, diploma, or degree between 2022 and 2026 should check the application criteria. The deadline for online applications is October 20. Selection will be based on merit. Candidates will be called to Bhilai for document verification between October 27 and November 21.
2. How many posts are there in Arunachal Pradesh?
The Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission has announced recruitment for 135 posts under its Combined Competitive Examination 2026. These include positions in Group A and Group B. The key positions include 60 posts in the Arunachal Pradesh Civil Service, 10 in the Arunachal Pradesh Police Service, and 38 posts for Assistant Section Officers. Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from a recognized university. As of October 20, 2026, candidates must be between 21 and 35 years of age; age relaxation may be provided as per the rules. Candidates must also fulfill requirements related to local residency and necessary certificates. The deadline for applications is 5:00 PM on October 20. The preliminary examination is tentatively scheduled for December 6, 2026.
3. What positions are available at NIT Agartala?
The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Agartala has announced recruitment for 51 non-teaching positions. These include roles such as Technical Assistant, Junior Engineer, Library and Information Assistant, SAS Assistant, Pharmacist, Senior Technician, Technician, and Laboratory Attendant. These are Group-B and Group-C posts. The deadline for online applications is 5:00 PM on October 20, 2026. The application fee is ₹1,000 for candidates in the General, Other Backward Classes (OBC), and Economically Weaker Section (EWS) categories. Candidates from Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) are required to pay ₹750, while there is no application fee for persons with disabilities (PwD). Selection will be based on a computer-based examination and, if necessary, a skill test.
4. What positions are being recruited for at IGNOU?
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has announced recruitment for the positions of Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor. According to the available details, there are 20 posts for Professor, 16 for Associate Professor, and 6 for Assistant Professor. It is advisable to verify the total number of posts against the official advertisement. For these positions, requirements may include a postgraduate degree in the relevant subject, along with qualifications such as the National Eligibility Test (NET), a PhD, and relevant academic experience, depending on the specific post. The salary will vary according to the position. The last date for online application is October 20, 2026, while the deadline for submitting the hard copy is October 30. Before applying, please read the official recruitment notification and eligibility criteria issued by IGNOU.
5. How many vacancies are there at the Gujarat High Court?
The Gujarat High Court has announced recruitment for a total of 30 positions: 29 for the post of Librarian and one for the post of Librarian-cum-Research Assistant. Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in Library and Information Science and possess two years of experience in a library setting. The age limit is 21 to 37 years. Candidates from reserved categories may be eligible for age relaxation as per the rules. The pay scale ranges from ₹25,500 to ₹81,100. The application fee is ₹1,500 for general category candidates, and ₹750 for candidates from reserved categories, persons with disabilities (PwD), and ex-servicemen. The last date for online application is October 20, 2026. The written examination is tentatively scheduled for November 29.
What should you keep in mind before applying?
The final date for all these recruitment drives is October 20, 2026; however, the application timelines and required documents may vary for each position. Candidates are advised not to wait until the last minute. Read the official advertisement first, verify the educational qualifications and age limits, and ensure that all necessary certificates are ready. Once you have submitted your application, download and securely store the confirmation slip. Registration requirements for apprenticeship positions may differ, while a separate application process will apply to recruitments conducted by commissions and other institutions. Before making any fee payments, be sure to cross-check the recruitment details on the official website.
