Top 10 Government Jobs (Central & Odisha) from August 2026 Onward

India’s competitive government exam landscape offers numerous high-profile recruitments each year. From central services to state-specific posts, aspiring candidates watch for notifications. Below we highlight the 10 most anticipated government jobs (central and Odisha) likely to be notified from August 2026 onward. For each we outline the exam name, recruiting body, expected timeline, eligibility, selection stages, approximate salary and official links.

1. UPSC Civil Services Examination (IAS/IPS/IFS)

The UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) is India’s premier exam for All India Services (IAS, IPS, IFS, etc.) and other central services. It is conducted annually by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). The expected timeline is that the 2027 CSE notification will be released around Oct 2026 for preliminary exams in mid-2027. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree and be aged 21–32 years (with relaxations). The selection process has three stages: a preliminary objective test (CSAT), a written Mains exam (nine papers), and a personality interview. Salary for IAS/IPS at entry is Pay Level 10 (basic ~₹56,100) plus allowances. (Perks and rapid promotions make this one of the most coveted jobs.) Official info: UPSC’s website (upsc.gov.in) publishes notifications.

Eligibility: Indian graduate, age 21–32 (General)
Selection: Prelims (CSAT), Mains (written), Interview
Approx. Salary: Starting ~₹56,100 basic (Pay Level 10) plus allowances

2. SSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination

The SSC CGL Exam (Combined Graduate Level) recruits for Group B and C posts across central ministries and departments. It is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC). Based on past trends, the 2026–27 cycle notification is expected by mid-2026, with Tier-I exams later in the year. Eligibility is a graduate (any discipline) aged roughly 18–30 years. The multi-stage selection has two CBTs: Tier I (100-Q screening test) and Tier II (mains, multiple papers). Qualified candidates then undergo document verification. Salary varies by post (typically Pay Level 4–7); starting basic pay is about ₹25,500 (Level 4) up to ₹44,900 (Level 7). (For example, an Assistant Section Officer post carries Level 6.) Official site: ssc.gov.in.

Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree; age 18–30 years (General)
Selection: Two-tier online exam (Tier I + Tier II) followed by DV
Approx. Salary: Pay Level 4–7 (₹25,500–₹44,900 basic) depending on post.

3. Railway Recruitment Board – NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories)

The RRB NTPC exam recruits graduates (and some 12th-pass posts) for various Group C Railway posts. The Railway Recruitment Boards (Ministry of Railways) will likely schedule the next NTPC cycle around 2026–27. The exam process is multi-stage: Stage I (CBT-1) and Stage II (CBT-2) followed by skill tests for certain posts (e.g. a Typing Skill Test for clerks or an Aptitude Test for Station Masters). Eligibility is 12th-pass (for certain posts) or graduate (for most). Once selected, NTPC posts have basic pay according to Pay Levels 2–6. For example, graduate-level posts start at Level 5 (₹29,200 basic) up to Level 6 (₹35,400), while 12th-pass posts start at Level 2 (~₹19,900). These positions also include allowances (HRA, TA, DA). Official sources: RRB zonal websites (e.g. rrbcdg.gov.in).

Eligibility: 12th-pass or graduate (as per post); age ~18–30.
Selection: Multi-stage CBT – Stage I and II; plus Skill Test (e.g. typing/aptitude) and DV.
Approx. Salary: Graduate posts at Pay Level 5–6 (₹29,200–₹35,400 basic); 12th-pass posts at Level 2–3 (₹19,900–₹21,700).

4. IBPS Probationary Officer (PO)

The IBPS PO exam is the gateway to bank PO jobs in 11 nationalized banks (excluding SBI). It is run by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS). The next recruitment (IBPS PO 2026–27) is expected around late 2026. Eligibility: graduation in any discipline, age 20–30 years. The selection has three phases: Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Interview. Both prelims and mains are online MCQ tests (covering reasoning, aptitude, English, general awareness, etc.), followed by a personality interview. On qualifying, selected POs join at Scale I. Pay scale is roughly ₹48,480 basic (Pay Scale 11); with allowances the gross is about ₹78,000 (in-hand ~₹71,800) for freshers. Official link: ibps.in.

Eligibility: Graduate (any field); age 20–30 years.
Selection: Preliminary exam, Main exam, followed by Interview.
Approx. Salary: Basic ₹48,480 (Scale I); gross ~₹78,000 (in-hand ~₹72,000) plus DA/HRA/etc.

5. SBI Probationary Officer (PO)

The State Bank of India (SBI) PO exam recruits candidates for SBI’s Probationary Officer cadre. SBI typically issues one notification a year (e.g. for 2026–27) with prelims in mid-year. Eligibility: Graduate (any discipline), age 21–30 years. The selection is three-tier: Prelim (100 marks), Mains (objective + descriptive), and Interview/GD. The Preliminary test has 100 MCQs (reasoning, aptitude, English), and Mains adds a descriptive paper (Essay/Letter). On final selection, SBI POs get a starting basic pay of ₹48,480 (plus ₹2,000 grade pay) and many allowances; total CTC at Mumbai is ~₹18.6 LPA. (SBI PO salary is among the highest in banking.) Official site: sbi.co.in.

Eligibility: Graduate; age 21–30 years as of cut-off date.
Selection: Prelims, Mains (objective + descriptive), followed by Interview/Group Exercise.
Approx. Salary: Starting basic ₹48,480 (Scale I); gross ~₹18.6 lakh CTC in metro centers including allowances.

6. RBI Grade B Officer

The RBI Grade B exam is for officers in the Reserve Bank of India (a top central bank job). Notifications usually come by August each year for Phase I (online); we expect the next cycle (Grade B 2026) in Aug 2026. Eligibility: a graduate with 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD), aged 21–30 (relaxations apply). Selection comprises Phase I (objective test), Phase II (two papers: one economic & social issues, one English + optional subject), and Interview. Successful Grade B officers join at Pay Level 10 (presently ₹78,450 basic) plus allowances, yielding roughly ₹1.5 LPA gross starting. (With HRA/DA, monthly in-hand is ~₹1.20 L, rising with promotions.) Official site: rbi.org.in.

Eligibility: Graduate (with 60% marks general); age 21–30 years.
Selection: Online Phase I exam, Phase II (subjective) exam, and Interview.
Approx. Salary: Basic ~₹78,450 (Pay Level 10); total initial CTC ~₹18 lakh/year with allowances.

7. OPSC Civil Services (OAS/OSAS)

The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) conducts state civil services exams. Its OAS/OSAS exam (Odisha Administrative Service/Finance Service, Groups A/B) is expected annually (e.g. next likely in 2026–27). Candidates need a degree and typically age 21–38 years. Selection involves a Preliminary test, Main written exams, and a viva/interview. Selected officers enter Group A or B state services. Pay is per Odisha Pay Matrix Level 12 (around ₹56,100 starting for Group A) and Level 9 (approx ₹44,900) for Group B. Official site: opsc.gov.in.

Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree; age 21–38 years (General category).
Selection: Preliminary exam → Mains exam → Interview/Viva.
Approx. Salary: Group A officers start at Level 12 (₹56,100); Group B at Level 9 (₹44,900).

8. Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) – Trained Graduate Teacher

The OSSSC TGT exam recruits Trained Graduate Teachers for Odisha government schools. The Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission conducts it (e.g. for 245 vacancies in recent cycles). A notification for 2026–27 is anticipated. Eligibility: a relevant bachelor’s degree plus B.Ed and passing the Odisha STET, ages ~21–38. Selection is usually a written exam (objective). The pay scale is at Pay Matrix Level 9 (starting basic pay ₹35,400). The TGT is a state-recognized teaching service with growth to seniority levels. Official info: osssc.gov.in.

Eligibility: Bachelor’s in relevant subject, B.Ed, OTET qualified; age 21–38.
Selection: Written competitive exam (paper on Teaching Ability and subject).
Approx. Salary: Pay Level 9 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400).

9. Odisha Police Constable

The Odisha Police Constable (Sepoy) recruitment fills constable posts in Odisha Police. The State Selection Board (SSB), Odisha Police, conducts this exam. A new recruitment is expected in 2026 (following the 2024/25 drive). Eligibility: 10th pass and age 18–23 years, with Odia language qualification. Selection involves a written test (objective) and a physical efficiency/measurement test. Pay band is Level 3 (basic ₹21,700 – ₹69,100) (several allowances apply). (Constables get periodic increments and can be promoted through departmental exams.) Official notices appear on odishapolice.gov.in.

Eligibility: 10th Pass, age 18–23 years (with Odia language requirement).
Selection: Written exam + Physical Efficiency/Measurement Test + Medical.
Approx. Salary: Pay Level 3 (₹21,700–₹69,100) plus DA/HRA/TA etc.

10. ONGC Assistant Executive Engineer (AEE)

PSU Career – ONGC AEE: Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) recruits engineers as Assistant Executive Engineers (Grade A) typically via GATE. The next ONGC AEE recruitment (through GATE-2026) is expected by late 2026. Eligibility: B.Tech/BE in core engineering (with ~60–65% marks) and valid GATE score; age around 18–27. Selection is on the basis of GATE merit (paper-I) and a personal interview. The pay scale is ₹60,000–₹1,80,000 for AEEs, plus allowances (gross salary ~₹1.0–1.5 lakh/month initially). (Retirement benefits and perks are very attractive in ONGC.) Official site: ongcindia.com.

Eligibility: B.Tech/BE (relevant engineering), valid GATE score; age ~18–27.
Selection: Shortlisting by GATE score, followed by interview.
Approx. Salary: Pay Scale Rs. 60,000–1,80,000 (with DA, HRA etc, ~₹1.0–1.5L in-hand initially).

Conclusion

These 10 recruitments represent some of the most sought-after government jobs in India (Central) and Odisha (State). They span administrative services, banking and finance, railways, teaching, police, and public sector engineers. Based on past trends and official plans, notifications for these exams are expected from late 2026 onward. Aspirants should watch the official websites (UPSC, SSC, OPSC, OSSC, IBPS, SBI, RBI, etc.) for announcements. Each exam has its own eligibility and pattern, but broadly they involve competitive written tests (CBT) followed by interviews or skill tests. The pay scales range from modest (for clerical posts) to high (for officers), making these careers attractive. Preparing early with up-to-date syllabi and previous papers is key. In summary, the period after Aug 2026 will offer abundant opportunities for graduates in government service – from becoming an IAS/IPS officer or bank manager to serving as a state civil servant, teacher, police constable or PSU engineer.

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