JNCASR Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026

JNCASR has released notification for 1 Personal Assistant post at their Bengaluru campus. Candidates with a Master's Degree in any discipline or a 3-year Diploma in Secretarial/Commercial Practice can apply online. Last date to apply is 31 March 2026. Salary starts from Rs. 35,400 per month under Level 6 of the 7th CPC.

JNCASR Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR), an autonomous institution under the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, has announced recruitment for 1 Personal Assistant post at its Jakkur campus in Bengaluru, Karnataka. This is a re-advertisement (Advertisement No. JNC/AO/01/2026) and candidates who already applied against the earlier advertisement JNC/AO/02/2025 dated 05.04.2025 need not apply again. The post is in the Unreserved (UR) category, and the selected candidate will work directly with the President's Secretariat at JNCASR.

Who Can Apply?

Option 1: Candidates with a Master's Degree

• Qualification: Master's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University
• Stenography: English stenography with a minimum speed of 100 WPM
• Typing: English typing with a minimum speed of 35 WPM
• Computer Skills: Knowledge of computer applications is mandatory
• Hindi: Working knowledge of the Hindi language is required
• Experience: Minimum 2 years as a Secretarial Assistant/Stenographer or equivalent in a Central/State Government, Autonomous Body, PSU, University, or recognized research institution

Option 2: Candidates with a Diploma

• Qualification: 3-year Diploma in Secretarial/Commercial Practice from a Government recognized Board
• Computer Skills: Knowledge of computer applications is mandatory
• Hindi: Working knowledge of the Hindi language is required
• Experience: Minimum 4 years of stenography experience in a Central/State Government, Autonomous Body, PSU, University, or recognized research institution

The candidate must be a citizen of India.

Age Limit

• You should be below 35 years old as on the last date of receipt of applications (31 March 2026).
• Age Relaxation for JNCASR Staff: Regular staff members get relaxation as per Government of India norms.
• Temporary/Project/Outsourced Staff: Those currently working in JNCASR with a minimum of 3 years continuous service get one-time age relaxation equal to their service period. However, the upper age limit for such candidates cannot exceed 50 years.

Salary

• Selected candidates will get a salary of Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400 per month under Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission.
• You will also get DA, HRA, Transport Allowance and other admissible allowances as per Central Government rules.

Application Fee

• General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 500 (application fee) + Rs. 450 (processing fee) = Rs. 950 total
• SC / ST / Women / PwD / Ex-Servicemen / Transgender: Rs. 0 (application fee exempted) + Rs. 450 (processing fee) = Rs. 450 total
• Payment mode: Online through Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI
• Fees once paid are non-refundable. Payment gateway charges are borne by the candidate.

Selection Process

The selection will be done in 2 stages:

1. Part A - Computer-Based Online Test (General Aptitude): 40 MCQs for 40 marks in 50 minutes. Covers Logical Reasoning (15 questions), Numerical Reasoning (5 questions), Verbal Reasoning (15 questions), and General Awareness (5 questions). Negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong answer. The exam will be conducted in Bengaluru and papers will be in English only.
2. Part B - On-the-Job Skill Test: Worth 60 marks. Only candidates who pass Part A will be evaluated. The skill test will cover areas specified in the job description, including stenography, typing, and secretarial tasks. Dates for the skill test will be announced later.

How to Apply

1. Go to the JNCASR openings portal at jncasr.ac.in/openings.
2. Click on the Personal Assistant position and access the application link.
3. Register yourself and fill in the online application form.
4. Upload all required documents (marksheets from Class 10 onwards, experience certificates, caste certificate, photo).
5. Pay the application and processing fee online.
6. Submit the application before the deadline.

Note: Candidates who already applied against earlier Advertisement No. JNC/AO/02/2025 dated 05.04.2025 need not apply again.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 23 January 2026
• Advertisement Number: JNC/AO/01/2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 31 March 2026
• Exam Date: To be announced
• Skill Test Date: To be announced

• Handle correspondence related to the President's Secretariat independently
• Organize diaries and manage appointment scheduling
• Manage telephone calls, inquiries, and follow-ups
• Arrange travel logistics and coordinate itineraries
• Record minutes of meetings accurately
• Provide secretarial assistance and manage office documentation
• Coordinate VIP visits to the President of JNCASR
• Carry out any other administrative assignments given from time to time