Government jobs are highly preferred due to their flexibility and job security. In a growing economy like India, the continued power of government jobs is notable. The career choices and stability in government job sectors are valued across the country and the number of applicants is staggering. The popularity lies in work culture, salary, and growth prospects, and the future is well preserved. After Graduation, there are immense opportunities for government jobs with a variety of career choices. Private sector jobs are tiring with fewer rewards and flexibility. Moreover, the question of job security comes into play. The favourable and non-tension environment, extended by government jobs lift its demand and makes it pronounced in Indian society. Therefore stability, flexibility, salary structure, social stature with immense rewards are synonymous with a government job.  

An overlook into the career prospects offered by government jobs in the official social map of the country is described below.

BANK EXAMS

1) Probationary Officer

The responsibilities of a Probationary Officer include banking management of the concerned bank. The professional career growth and employment opportunities are high for Bank Probationary Officer. They are entry-level employees who are later promoted to the post of Scale 1 Assistant managers in the banking sector. PO is responsible for various activities carried out in Bank especially in handling transactions, chequebook issues, cash management, financial and accounting matters all fall under the responsibilities of PO. Any citizen of India, who can meet the eligibility of procuring a bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution can apply for the same. 

• SBI PO

SBI is the largest Commercial Bank in India having more than 2000 branches. State Bank of India Probationary Officer exam is conducted annually for recruiting aspirants for various SBI branches. The examination is conducted online in three different tiers- 

• Preliminary 
• Mains 
• Interview, group discussion and group exercise. 

Aspirants should meet the basic eligibility of a bachelor’s degree from a UGC-recognized university. Aspirants of a minimum of 21 years old and maximum of 30 years can apply for the examination in the general category. For SC, ST students the maximum age limit is 35 years and 33 years for OBC non-creamy layer. 

• IBPS PO (Institute of Banking Personnel Selection)

Aspirants holding a bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution can apply for the exam. The minimum age for appearing in the exam is 20 years and the maximum is 30 years. The maximum age limit for SC and ST students is 35 years, 33 years for OBC non-creamy layer. 

• IBPS RRB PO (Regional Rural Bank)

IBPS RRB (Regional Rural Bank) recruits aspirants through a national-level exam conducted annually. IBPS RRB PO exam is conducted in three tiers – preliminary, mains, and interview process. The age limit for the RRB PO exam is 20 years to 30 years with age relaxation for reserved categories.

2) Clerk

Clerks in the banking sector are one of the most coveted jobs that provide customer service and interaction. The banking activities include tasks like data entry and maintaining financial records to ensure efficiency and proper reporting to the Bank Branch. Being one of the most dignified jobs offered in the banking sector, the number of applications keeps increasing.   

• SBI Clerk

The clerk post in SBI (The State Bank of India), is also called a Junior Associate under custom support and sales. It is one of the most attractive professions offered in the banking sector for fresh graduates. The educational qualification for the same is graduation from any recognized university. The age limit is from 20 years to 28 years with age relaxation for the reserved category. 

• IBPS Clerk

This exam is conducted annually for clerical posts and it comprises three tiers. The educational qualification for this exam is a degree from a recognized university. Proficiency in the Official Language of the State/UT a candidate wishes to apply is preferable. The age limit for the IBPS clerk examination is 20 years to 28 years with relaxation for reserved categories. 

• IBPS RRB Clerk

Regional Rural Banks recruit candidates for the post of office assistant that is conducted annually by Institute Banking Personnel Selection. Candidates must be of the age limit from 20 years to 28 years who should meet the basic requirement of graduation from a recognized institution. Proficiency in local language as prescribed by the participating RRBs and working knowledge of computer is desirable. IBPS RRB Clerk  exam is conducted in two stages – preliminary and mains examination. 

3) RBI

Established in 1935, The Reserve Bank of India regulates the Indian banking system and is the authority for issuing the Indian rupee. RBI offers reputed job profiles with an attractive pay scale that lures thousands of applicants every year.    

• RBI Assistant

The exam is conducted across India for different branches of RBI. The RBI recruitment process is conducted in three stages: prelims, mains and language proficiency test. The age limit for the exam is minimum of 20 years and a maximum of 28 years. Educational qualification for the same is a graduate degree from a recognized Board and word processing knowledge on computer. Candidates applying for a post in a particular recruiting office should be proficient in the language of the state/ any of the states falling under the recruiting office. 

• RBI Grade B

RBI Grade B personnel is recruited annually through a three-tier examination – prelims, mains, and interview. The minimum age requirement is 21 years and the maximum is 30 years with a graduation certificate in any discipline with a minimum of 60% marks. 

4) NABARD – Assistant Manager Grade A

National Bank for Agricultural and Rural Development is a regulatory body run by the government of India responsible for recruiting officer-level assistant managers. The exam is conducted in three phases – prelims, mains, and interview. The minimum age limit for NABARD Grade-A is 21 years and maximum of 30 years. Age relaxation is offered for reserved categories. Minimum educational qualification for the NABARD Grade A exam is a graduation degree from any discipline with an aggregate of 60% marks.  

SSC EXAMS 

• SSC CGL

SSC CGL or Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level is a national level exam conducted annually recruiting candidates into various departments under the Indian government. It is one of the most coveted positions offered by the Government of India in Group B and C posts. SSC CGL exam is conducted in four phases with a minimum age limit of 18 years and a maximum of 32 years. Age relaxation is provided for reserved categories. The basic educational qualification for the same is a graduation degree from a recognized board  

• SSC CHSL 

SSC CHSL or Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level conducts recruitment to various posts under the Indian government. SSC CHSL is conducted in three phases with a minimum age limit of 18 years and a maximum of 27 years. Age relaxation is provided for reserved categories. The basic educational qualification is a 12th pass or equivalent examination from a recognised university. Candidates having degree qualifications can also apply to this post. 

• SSC MTS 

SSC MTS or Staff Selection Commission Multitasking Staff conducts recruitment to various posts under the Indian government. Exam is conducted in three phases with a minimum age limit of 18 years and a maximum of 27 years. Age relaxation is provided for reserved categories. The basic educational qualification is a 10th pass. Candidates having degree qualifications can also apply to this post. 

UPSC EXAMS 

UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) is a paragon of prestigious central government jobs defining your career with excellence. Group A and B bureaucrat vacancies are recruited by UPSC.    

• Civil service exam (CSE)  

CSE is conducted by UPSC, India’s central agency to government services like IAS, IPS, IFS, etc. The age limit for CSE is 21 to 32 years with age relaxation for reserved categories. Six attempts are offered for General EWS and nine attempts for OBC candidates. The basic educational qualification for the same is a graduation degree from a recognized university. 32 years is the upper age limit for the general and EWS category, 35 years for OBC candidates, PWD and Defence Services Personnel, 37 years for SC/ST categories with unlimited attempts up to the age limit. 

INSURANCE EXAMS

• LIC AAO (Generalist) 

The Life Insurance Corporation of India recruits for Assistant Audit Officer. It is one of the popular jobs for candidates looking for jobs in the insurance sector. The exam is not conducted annually but is done as per the vacancy requirement in LIC. The minimum age qualification is 21 years and the maximum is 30 years. Bachelor’s degree is the minimum qualification required to attend the examination. The exam will be conducted in three stages-prelims, mains and interview. 

• LIC ADO 

The Life Insurance Corporation is a renowned insurance provider and investment firm that is responsible for recruiting an Apprentice Development officer or ADO for various zones. The age limit for LIC ADO is 21 years to 30 years. Bachelor’s degree is the minimum qualification for the same and the exam is conducted online.  

• LIC Assistant 

The age limit for the same is 18 years to 30 years and age relaxation for reserved categories. The minimum qualification for LIC Assistant is graduation from any recognised institution with no minimum definite percentage. 

• NIACL AO 

The New India Assurance Company Limited, Administrative Officer recruits candidates across the country. The exam is conducted in three phases, an objective online test, a phase 2 exam that has both descriptive & objective questions followed by an interview. The age limit for the exam is 21 to 30 years with graduation in any discipline as minimum educational qualification and an aggregate of 60% and 55% for SC/ST. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories.   

• NIACL Assistant 

The New India Assurance Company Limited recruits aspirants through two stages, Preliminary and Mains exam. The age limit for candidates is 21-30 years and educational qualification is graduation in any discipline recognized by GOI and should have passed English examination in SSC or HSC level.   

• IRDAI Assistant 

Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India is the body that governs the functioning of various General Insurance and Life insurance companies of the nation. Indian citizenship is mandatory for attempting the exam and must meet the minimum qualification of graduation in any discipline. The age limit for the IRDAI Assistant exam is 21 to 30 years that assures age relaxation for reserved categories.   

• ESIC UDC 

ESIC (Employees State Insurance corporation) UDC is responsible for drafting letters and online data processing. The age limit to attend the ESIC UDC exam is between 18 to 27 years. The applicants should have completed graduation from a recognized institution before attending the exam and should be a citizen of India. The ESIC UDC also offers age relaxation for reserved categories. Proficiency in computer and database programs is prioritized.    

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