District Panchayat Bastar, Jagdalpur has announced a recruitment for the position of Gram Panchayat Secretary. There are a total of 70 vacancies available, and the last date to apply is 16/11/2026.
District Panchayat Bastar Gram Panchayat Secretary 2026: 70 Posts: Overview
| Organization | District Panchayat Bastar, Jagdalpur |
| Post Name | Gram Panchayat Secretary (New Gram Panchayat Secretary) |
| Advt No | 2434/Z.P./P.A./2026-27 |
| Total Vacancies | 70 |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Job Location | Bastar District, Chhattisgarh |
| Official Website | www.bastar.gov.in |
Important Dates
This section outlines the key dates for the application process.
| Notification Date | 13/10/2026 |
| Application Start Date | 13/10/2026 |
| Application Last Date | 16/11/2026 (up to 5:30 PM) |
Application Fee
The notification does not specify any application fee for this recruitment process.
| Application Fee | Not specified |
Age Limit
Candidates must be a minimum of 18 years complete and not more than 40 years of age as of 01-01-2026. Age relaxations apply to local residents, women, and reserved category candidates as per state government rules, with the maximum age limit capped at 45 years for specific eligible government service personnel as stated in the guidelines.
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age | 40 years |
Vacancy Details
The vacancies are distributed across various categories.
| Post Name | Gram Panchayat Secretary |
| Total Vacancies | 70 |
| Female (Reserved) | 22 |
| Unreserved (UR) | 10 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 3 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 56 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed the Higher Secondary School Certificate examination (10+2) from a recognized board, along with a one-year diploma in Data Entry Operator or Programming from a recognized institution. Additionally, candidates must be native residents of Bastar district across the 7 development blocks and possess an active employment exchange registration certificate within Chhattisgarh. Government, semi-government, or corporation employees must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer.
| Post | Gram Panchayat Secretary |
| Qualification Required | Higher Secondary School Certificate examination (10+2) and one-year diploma in Data Entry Operator or Programming |
| Residency Requirement | Must be a native resident of Bastar district |
| Employment Exchange | Active registration certificate required |
Salary and Pay Scale
The salary structure for the Gram Panchayat Secretary position is as follows:
| Post | Gram Panchayat Secretary |
| Pay Scale | 3500-10000 + Grade Pay 1100 |
Selection Process
The selection process is merit-based and will consider various factors including Higher Secondary marks, higher education, computer skill test, and employment assistant experience.
- Merit calculation based on Higher Secondary examination marks (50%)
- Weightage for higher educational qualifications (10%)
- Computer skill test (25%)
- Weightage for work experience as an employment assistant (15%)
How to Apply
Candidates can apply by following these steps:
- Download the application form and official notification from the official website www.bastar.gov.in.
- Fill out the application form legibly with all required personal and educational details.
- Enclose self-attested copies of all educational qualification certificates and identity proof.
- Attach experience certificates if claiming employment assistant experience.
- Enclose an active employment exchange registration certificate and category/domicile certificates.
- Attach two self-addressed envelopes affixed with postal stamps worth Rs. 40/- each.
- Write “आवेदन ग्राम पंचायत सचिव हेतु आवेदन 2026” on the main envelope.
- Send the completed application packet through registered post or speed post to the Chief Executive Officer, District Panchayat Bastar, Jagdalpur.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are freshers eligible?
Freshers can apply for the Gram Panchayat Secretary position as there is no prior experience requirement specified in the notification.
What documents are needed at verification?
Candidates need to provide self-attested copies of educational qualifications, identity proof, experience certificates, and employment exchange registration certificate during verification.
What is the mode of examination?
The selection process includes a computer skill test, which will be conducted for shortlisted candidates.
Documents Required
- Application form
- Self-attested copies of educational qualification certificates
- Identity proof
- Experience certificates (if applicable)
- Employment exchange registration certificate
- Category/domicile certificates
- Two self-addressed envelopes with postal stamps worth Rs. 40/- each
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Not enclosing self-attested copies of required documents
- Failing to write the correct post code on the envelope
- Missing the deadline for application submission
- Applying under the wrong category
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: जिला पंचायत बस्तर, जगदलपुर
- पद: ग्राम पंचायत सचिव
- कुल पद: 70
- योग्यता: 12वीं पास और डेटा एंट्री ऑपरेटर में एक वर्षीय डिप्लोमा
- आयु सीमा: 18 से 40 वर्ष
- अंतिम तिथि: 16/11/2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑफलाइन, पंजीकृत डाक या स्पीड पोस्ट के माध्यम से
