Government Job Alert 2026: 6 Major Recruitment Drives Announced This February!
February 2026 brings an abundance of career opportunities for job seekers across India. Six significant government job recruitments have been announced this month by various official departments. These latest government vacancies are open to both male and female candidates from any state or district in India, offering a chance to secure a sarkari naukri.
If you are aspiring for a government position and wish to secure a stable career, these new recruitment notifications are for you. Applications for many of these roles have already commenced, with the final submission date for most opportunities being February 28, 2026. Required qualifications range from 10th pass, 12th pass, and graduate degrees, to technical and professional qualifications like ITI, Diploma, or a Degree. The age limit for applicants is set between 18 and 48 years. Many of these job alerts also feature direct recruitment processes without a written examination.
Secretariat Recruitment 2026 (CSIR)
The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) has announced new secretariat jobs for 2026. This recruitment drive includes multiple roles such as Junior Stenographer, Junior Secretariat Assistant (Sacheevaalay Sahayak), and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) positions. These are all-India government jobs open to both male and female applicants.
Selected candidates can expect a competitive salary ranging from ₹18,000 to ₹81,000 per month, along with additional allowances and benefits. The age limit for these government vacancies is 18 to 28 years, with age relaxation provided for reserved categories. Application fees are ₹500 for General and OBC candidates, while SC, ST, and PWD candidates are exempted. The selection process involves an examination and subsequent document verification. Candidates must be 10th pass, 12th pass, or a graduate to be eligible. Required documents for application include a passport-sized photograph, signature, ID proof, educational certificates, mark sheets, caste certificate, and age proof. Applications are currently open and will conclude on March 2, 2026.
Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) Job Vacancies
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has released notifications for over 8,000 railway metro jobs across various positions. These include roles such as General Manager, Joint General Manager, Assistant Manager, Engineer, Supervisor, and various Executive and Non-Executive posts. This extensive recruitment drive welcomes applications from male and female candidates nationwide.
Successful applicants can look forward to an impressive salary structure ranging from ₹35,000 to ₹2,80,000 per month, supplemented with additional allowances and benefits. The age criteria for these latest job openings range from 18 to 56 years, with age relaxation for reserved categories. Importantly, there are no application fees for any category (General, OBC, SC, ST, PWD), making it accessible to all eligible candidates. The selection process for most roles is direct, involving no written exam, but may include a skill test for technical positions, an interview, and document verification. Eligibility requires candidates to be 10th pass, 12th pass, graduate, ITI, Diploma, or Degree holders. Essential documents for application are a passport-sized photograph, signature, ID proof, educational certificates, mark sheets, caste certificate, and age proof. Applications are open until February 20, 2026.
Punjab National Bank (PNB) Recruitment
Punjab National Bank (PNB) has announced bank job openings for 5,138 Apprentice positions. This is an all-India recruitment opportunity for both male and female candidates. Apprentices will receive a stipend of ₹12,300 to ₹15,000.
The age limit for these financial sector jobs is 20 to 28 years, with age relaxation for reserved categories. Application fees vary by category: General/OBC male candidates pay ₹944, General/OBC female candidates pay ₹708, and SC/ST male/female candidates pay ₹236. The selection process includes a written examination followed by document verification. The exam pattern will cover General Knowledge, General Awareness, General Finance, General English, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, and Computer Knowledge, with 100 questions for 100 marks. Any graduate from any stream is eligible to apply. Required documents include a photograph, signature, ID proof, educational certificates, caste certificate, and age proof. Applications are currently active and close on February 24, 2026.
Railway Group D Recruitment (RRB)
The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has issued a massive recruitment notification for over 22,000 Group D posts. These include various roles such as Appointment, Assistant, Track Maintainer, Assistant Loco Pilot, and other diverse positions. This is a nationwide railway job opportunity for both male and female candidates.
Successful candidates will receive an attractive salary along with additional allowances and benefits. The age limit for these railway vacancies is 18 to 36 years, with age relaxation for reserved categories. Application fees are ₹500 for General and OBC candidates, and ₹250 for SC, ST, PWD, and other reserved category candidates. The selection process involves a Computer-Based Test (CBT) exam, a Physical Test (PST), document verification, and a medical exam. The CBT will be 90 minutes long, comprising 100 questions for 100 marks, with a 1/3rd negative marking. The Physical Test includes two types of runs:
- Males: Carrying 35kg weight for 100 meters in 2 minutes, and a 1000-meter run in 4 minutes 15 seconds.
- Females: Carrying 20kg weight for 100 meters in 2 minutes, and a 1000-meter run in 5 minutes 40 seconds. Eligibility for these entry-level government jobs requires candidates to be 10th pass or ITI pass. Applicants need to prepare necessary documents such as photograph, signature, ID proof, education certificates, caste certificate, and age proof. Applications are ongoing and will be accepted until March 2, 2026.
State Bank of India (SBI) CBO Recruitment
State Bank of India (SBI) has announced recruitment for over 2,273 Circle Based Officer (CBO) positions. This is a significant banking sector opportunity open to male and female candidates from across India.
Selected CBOs can expect a salary of ₹48,000 to over ₹85,000 per month, along with additional allowances and benefits. The age limit for these SBI jobs is 21 to 30 years, with age relaxation for reserved categories. Application fees are ₹750 for General and OBC candidates, while SC, ST, and PWD candidates are exempted. The selection process includes an online test, followed by an interview, and finally, document verification. The online test will consist of 120 multiple-choice questions for 120 marks, to be completed in 2 hours, along with a descriptive test. Any graduate is eligible to apply. Applicants must have a photograph, signature, ID proof, education certificates, caste certificate, and age proof ready. Applications are currently open and will close on February 18, 2026.
Air India Trainee Cabin Crew & Indian Postal Department GDS Jobs
Air India has opened recruitment for Trainee Cabin Crew positions. These are multiple aviation sector jobs for both male and female candidates across India, offering attractive salaries as per rules. The age limit is 18 to 35 years, with age relaxation for reserved categories. There is no application fee. The selection process involves an interview or group discussion (GD), and document verification, with no written exam. Candidates must be 12th pass to be eligible. Applications have already started.
Separately, the Indian Postal Department has announced a massive recruitment drive for 28,740 Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), BPM, and ABPM posts. These post office jobs are open to male and female candidates nationwide, offering a salary of ₹10,000 to approximately ₹29,000 per month. The age limit is 18 to 40 years, with age relaxation for reserved categories. Application fees are ₹100 for General and OBC candidates, while SC and ST candidates are exempted. The selection process is merit-based, with no written exam. Only 10th pass candidates are eligible. The last date to apply is February 16, 2026.
Water Department Recruitment 2026
The Water Department has also released new recruitment for two distinct roles: Young Professional and Semi-Skilled Labor. This water sector job opportunity is open to candidates from across India, with applications being accepted offline.
The salary for these roles ranges from ₹15,000 to ₹42,000, along with additional allowances. The age limit for applicants is 18 to 45 years, with age relaxation for reserved categories. There are no application fees for any category. The selection process is direct, based solely on an interview and document verification, without any written examination. Eligibility requires candidates to be 10th pass, 12th pass, or a Degree holder. Applications have already commenced.
These diverse government recruitment drives in February 2026 offer valuable opportunities for individuals seeking to embark on or advance their careers in the public sector. Aspiring candidates are encouraged to review the specific eligibility criteria and application procedures for each role and submit their applications promptly.