The Press Council of India has announced the ASO Recruitment 2026 for eligible candidates seeking a government job opportunity. Through this recruitment drive, the organisation will appoint suitable candidates to the Assistant Section Officer post through a structured selection process. Moreover, candidates should carefully review the official eligibility conditions, application instructions, selection stages, and examination requirements before applying. Therefore, aspirants should read the complete recruitment details and keep all necessary documents ready to avoid mistakes during the application process.
In this article, candidates can check complete details of Press Council of India ASO Recruitment 2026 such as eligibility criteria, age limit, application dates, vacancy details, selection process, salary, and how to apply.
Eligibility Details
Candidates should check the following educational qualification before applying for the post:
- Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university or institution.
- Candidates must also fulfil the prescribed typing requirement for the post.
- The recruitment process includes a computer-based typing test, so applicants should meet the required typing speed in the prescribed language.
Salary Details
The selected candidates for the Assistant Section Officer post will receive the salary as per the prescribed pay structure. The post falls under Pay Level-6, along with applicable allowances and benefits as per the rules.
- Pay Level: Level-6 (35,400 – 1,12,400)
- Pre-Revised Pay Scale: ₹9,300–34,800
- Grade Pay: ₹4,200
- Additional Benefits: Selected candidates will also receive applicable allowances and other benefits as per the relevant government rules.
Age limit
Candidates must fall within the prescribed age range for the Assistant Section Officer post. The recruitment authority will calculate the candidate’s age as of the specified cut-off date.
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
- Age Calculation Date: 26 October 2026
- Age Relaxation: Eligible candidates may receive relaxation as per the applicable government rules.
Application Fee
Candidates must pay the prescribed application fee while submitting their application. However, the recruitment authority has exempted certain categories from paying the fee.
- General/UR: ₹100
- OBC: ₹100
- SC/ST: No Fee
- Female Candidates: No Fee
- Candidates should attach the fee payment receipt/UTR copy with the application, wherever applicable.
Selection Process
The Press Council of India will conduct the selection process in multiple stages. Therefore, candidates should understand the purpose and requirements of each stage before beginning their preparation.
1. Tier-I Objective Examination
First, candidates will appear for the Tier-I objective examination. The test will assess their performance across four subjects.
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: 50 questions
- Quantitative Aptitude: 50 questions
- General Awareness: 50 questions
- English Language & Comprehension: 50 questions
- Total Questions: 200
- Total Marks: 200
- Duration: 2 hours
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer
2. Tier-II Descriptive Examination
Candidates who qualify for Tier-I will proceed to the Tier-II descriptive examination. This stage will assess their written communication and drafting skills.
- Exam Type: Descriptive
- Maximum Marks: 100
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Language: English or Hindi
- Topics: Essay, Precis, Letter Writing and Application Writing
3. Computer Typing Test
Next, shortlisted candidates will take a computer-based typing test. Candidates must demonstrate the prescribed typing speed in either English or Hindi.
- English: 30 words per minute
- Hindi: 25 words per minute
4. Document Verification
After clearing the required examination stages and typing test, candidates will undergo document verification. At this stage, the authorities will verify the details and certificates submitted by the candidates, including educational, age and category-related documents wherever applicable.
5. Medical Examination
Finally, candidates will undergo a medical examination as prescribed by the recruiting authority. The authorities will assess the candidate according to the applicable medical requirements before completing the recruitment process.
Important Dates
| Application Starts | 26 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 October 2026 |
| Application Fee | 26 October 2026 |
| Examination Date | To be Announced |
| Job Type | Permanent Govt Job |
| Job location | Press Council of India, New Delhi |
How to Apply
Candidates must submit their applications through the prescribed offline mode. They should complete the form carefully and send it along with the required documents to the designated address.
- Download the prescribed Bio-Data Application Form (Annexure-I) from the official recruitment notification.
- Fill in all the required details carefully in BLOCK letters.
- Attach self-attested copies of the required documents, including educational qualification and date of birth proof.
- Attach the experience certificate, if applicable.
- Attach the relevant category certificate, wherever applicable.
- Pay the prescribed application fee, if applicable, and enclose the payment receipt/UTR copy.
- Enclose a self-addressed envelope with the application.
- Place the completed form and all supporting documents in an envelope.
- Send the application to the prescribed Press Council of India office.
- Ensure that the application reaches the office by the prescribed last date.
Postal Address
Candidates should send the completed application form and required documents to the following address:
Under Secretary (Administration)
Room No. 346
Press Council of India
3rd Floor, Soochna Bhawan
8, C.G.O. Complex, Lodhi Road
New Delhi – 110003
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