Central Government Jobs List 2026 covers all civil service posts in India, divided into Group A, Group B, Group C and Group D. Pay and grade for these posts follow the 7th Pay Commission matrix, which is still in force for central government employees.
Group A posts are the top administrative roles, Group B sits in middle management, Group C handles clerical work, and Group D covers maintenance and support jobs. The full division is explained below.
Central Government Jobs List in India 2026
Division of government jobs in India depends on rank, status and the level of responsibility attached to each post. Group A posts are the highest administrative jobs in ministries, with high pay scales and heavy responsibility. Group B covers executive non-gazetted jobs with an intermediate pay scale and supervisory tasks. Group C jobs are mostly non-supervisory clerical roles. Group D covers lower-level posts such as drivers, guards and maintenance staff.
Central Pay Commission (CPC) decides the salary and grade pay for central government employees. The current structure follows the 7th Pay Commission, which started in September 2013, and its recommendations came into effect from 1 January 2016. Under this setup, Group A falls in 7th CPC Levels 10 to 18, Group B in Levels 6 to 9, and Group C in Levels 1 to 5.
Here is a quick look at the main details of this list.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| List Name | Central Government Jobs List 2026 |
| Job Groups | Group A, Group B, Group C, Group D |
| Pay Structure | 7th Pay Commission matrix, Levels 1 to 18 |
| Group A Pay Levels | Level 10 to 18 |
| Group B Pay Levels | Level 6 to 9 |
| Group C Pay Levels | Level 1 to 5 |
| Recruiting Bodies | UPSC, SSC, RRB and various central ministries |
Grade Pay and Salaries of Central Government Jobs
Below is the compilation of central government job groups along with their pay scales and work profiles.
| Group of Services | Pay Levels | Pay Scale | Name of Services | Work Profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group A (Gazetted) | 10 to 18 | 15600 - 39,100/- | Central India Civil Services (IAS, IRS, IPS, IES, IFS), IAF/Navy/Army Officers, Engineers, Bureaucrats, Scientists in organizations like DRDO, ISRO, CSIR, BARC. | Higher administrative and executive responsibility, senior management positions in ministries. |
| Group B (Gazetted and Non-Gazetted) | 6 to 9 | 9300 - 34800/- | Sub-Inspectors, Inspectors, Junior Engineers, TGT and PGT School Teachers, and others. | Middle and junior administrative and executive responsibility, middle management positions in ministries and field organizations. |
| Group C | 1 to 5 | 5200 - 20200/- | Clerks, Tax Assistants, Typists, Stenographers, and more. | Supervisory and operative tasks, plus clerical work in ministries and field organizations. |
| Group D | 0 to 1 | 5200 - 20200/- | Peons, Sweepers, Guards, and other semi-skilled workers. | Performing routine tasks. |
Overview of Central Government Jobs by Type, Pay Scale and Pay Level
This table shows common central government posts, their group, pay level and pay scale under the 7th CPC.
| Central Government Job | Type of Job | Group | Pay Level | Pay Scale in ₹ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Secretary (Posts) Director General Postal Services | Gazetted | A | 17 | 225000 (fixed) |
| HAG+ Member Postal Services Board AS&FA | Gazetted | A | 16 | 205400 - 224400 |
| HAG CPMG /Sr. DDG/CGM | Gazetted | A | 15 | 182200 - 224100 |
| SAG PMG/DDG/GM (Fin)/ Chief Engineer | Gazetted | A | 14 | 144200 - 218200 |
| JAG in NFSG Director /Director Accounts (Postal)/Director MV/Director (OL) | Gazetted | A | 13 | 123100 - 215900 |
| JAG Director/Director Accounts (Postal)/Jt. Director, Sr. PPS | Gazetted | A | 12 | 78800 - 209200 |
| STS Sr. Superintendent of Post offices / ADG / Dy. Director | Gazetted | A | 11 | 67700 - 208700 |
| JTS Sr. Superintendent of Post offices /ADG/Dy. Director | Gazetted | A | 10 | 56100 - 177500 |
| Sr. Accounts Officers | Gazetted | B | 10 | 56100 - 177500 |
| Accounts Officers | Gazetted | B | 9 | 53100 - 167800 |
| Postal Superintendent/Asst. Director/Sr. Postmaster | Gazetted | B | 9 | 53100 - 167800 |
| Section Officer /PS in Directorate | Gazetted | B | 8-10 | 53100 - 167800 |
| Senior Hindi Translator, French Translator | Gazetted | B | 7-8 | 74400 - 142400 |
| Assistant Manager (MMS) | Non-Gazetted | B | 7 | 44900 - 142400 |
| Inspector of Posts, Assistant Section Officer(CSS) | Non-Gazetted | B | 7 | 44900 - 142400 |
| HSG-I postmaster/Head Record Officer | Non-Gazetted | B | 7 | 44900 - 142400 |
| Librarian, Office Superintendent, Statistical Assistant | Non-Gazetted | B | 6 | 35400 - 112400 |
| HSG-II SPM/Dy. PM/Assistant Project Manager | Non-Gazetted | B | 6 | 35400 - 112400 |
| Staff Nurse | Non-Gazetted | B | 7 | 44900 - 142400 |
| Steno Gr. I | Non-Gazetted | B | 6 | 35400 - 112400 |
| Pharmacist (NFSG) | Non-Gazetted | C | 6 | 35400 - 112400 |
| Technical Supervisor (MMS) | Non-Gazetted | C | ||
| Driver Special Grade | Non-Gazetted | C | 6 | 35400 - 112400 |
| Driver Grade-I | Non-Gazetted | C | 5 | 29200 - 92300 |
| Driver Grade-II | Non-Gazetted | C | 4 | 25500 - 81100 |
| Driver Grade-III | Non-Gazetted | C | 2 | 19900 - 63200 |
| Postal Assistant, Sorting Assistant | Non-Gazetted | C | 4 | 25500 - 81100 |
| Technical Postal Assistant Grade- II | Non-Gazetted | C | 2 | 19900 - 63200 |
| Highly Skilled Artisans Grade-III | Non-Gazetted | C | 2 | 19900 - 63200 |
| Artisan Grade-II | Non-Gazetted | C | 4 | 25500 - 81100 |
| Artisan Grade-I including Charge Hand | Non-Gazetted | C | 5 | 29200 - 92300 |
| Postman / Mail Guard | Non-Gazetted | C | 3 | 21700 - 69100 |
| Caretaker-cum-Khansama | Non-Gazetted | D | 1 | 18000 - 56900 |
| Record Keeper MMS | Non-Gazetted | D | 1 | 18000 - 56900 |
| Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) | Non-Gazetted | D | 1 | 18000 - 56900 |
Group A Jobs List 2026
Group A jobs sit at the top of the central government hierarchy. These posts carry high pay levels and senior responsibility across civil services, railways and defence.
| Category | Jobs |
|---|---|
| Central India Civil Services | Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Revenue Service (IRS), Indian Police Service (IPS), Indian Engineering Service (IES), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), Indian P&T Accounts & Finance Service, Indian Audit and Accounts Service, Indian Revenue Service (Customs & Indirect Taxes), Indian Defense Accounts Service, Indian Revenue Service (I.T.), Indian Ordnance Factories Service, Indian Postal Service, Indian Civil Accounts Service, Indian Railway Traffic Service, Indian Railway Accounts Service, Indian Railway Personnel Service, Indian Railway Protection Force Service, Indian Defense Estates Service, Indian Information Service (Junior Grade), Indian Trade Service Group A (Gr. III), Indian Corporate Law Service |
| All India Railway Group A | Indian Railway Management Service (IRMS), Indian Railway Protection Force Service (IRPFS), Indian Railway Traffic Service (IRTS), Indian Railways Organized Engineering Services, Indian Railway Medical Service (IRMS), Indian Railway Personnel Service (IRPS), Indian Railway Stores Service (IRSS), Indian Railway Service of Mechanical Engineers (IRSME), Indian Railway Accounts Service (IRAS), Indian Railway Service of Engineers (IRSE), Indian Railway Service of Electrical Engineers (IRSEE), Indian Railway Service of Signal Engineers (IRSSE), Indian Railways Prosecution Cadre (Group A Gazetted) |
| Other Group A Jobs | Indian Air Force (IAF) Officers, Navy Officers, Indian Army Officers, Engineers in PSU companies and government departments, Bureaucrats and Magistrates in Judicial Services, Audit and Account Managers, Vice-Chancellors, Assistant Registrars and Faculty Members in universities, Government MBBS Doctors in central and state services, Scientists in defence research organizations, Directors and Secretaries to government ministries |
Group B Jobs List 2026
Group B posts are middle management roles. They include gazetted and non-gazetted jobs in civil services, SSC and railways.
| Category | Jobs |
|---|---|
| Indian Civil Services Group B | Armed Forces Headquarters Civil Service, DANICS (Delhi and other territories), DANIPS (Delhi and other territories), Pondicherry Civil Service |
| Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Group B | Assistant Audit Officer, Inspector of Income Tax, Junior Statistical Officer, and other Inspector roles |
| Indian Railways Group B | Assistant Engineer, Accounts Department roles, Medical Department roles, and various Group B Gazetted roles |
Group C Jobs List 2026
Group C jobs are mostly clerical and operative posts. SSC and railways are the main recruiters for this group.
| Category | Jobs |
|---|---|
| Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Group C | Auditor, Accountant, Upper Division Clerk, Tax Assistant |
| Indian Railways Group C | Assistant Loco Pilot, Ticket Collector, and clerical positions |
| Other Group C Jobs | Clerks, Tax Assistants, Stenographers, Primary Teachers |
Group D Jobs List 2026
Group D covers the lowest pay level posts. These jobs involve routine and support work in ministries, railways and other departments.
| Category | Jobs |
|---|---|
| Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Group D | Cabinman, Fitter, Porter, Trackman, Welder |
| Indian Railways Group D | Peon, Assistant, Trackman, Gunman |
| Other Group D Jobs | Peon, Sweeper, Guard, Cleaner |
How to Check Central Government Job Vacancies Online
Vacancies for central government posts come out through different recruiting bodies. Follow these steps to track them.
STEP 1 - Open the official website of the recruiting body for the post you want, such as ssc.gov.in for SSC jobs, upsc.gov.in for civil services, or indianrailways.gov.in for railway posts.
STEP 2 - Go to the recruitment or vacancy section on the homepage and look for the latest notification or advertisement link.
STEP 3 - Open the notification PDF and check the post name, group, pay level, number of vacancies and eligibility details.
STEP 4 - Register on the portal if you are a new user, then fill the application form with your personal and educational details.
STEP 5 - Upload the required documents, pay the application fee if applicable, and submit the form before the last date. Keep the confirmation page safe for future reference.
Central Government Jobs List of Vacancies PDF
Different government services offer job openings across distinct pay levels. Candidates should know about Groups A, B, C and D and their pay grades before starting preparation.
For detailed vacancies in Telecommunications, download the PDF from the link below.
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