Press Council of India Recruitment 2026 for Principal Private Secretary Post
January 11, 2026
The Press Council of India, an autonomous statutory body established under the Press Council Act, 1978, has issued a vacancy notification inviting applications for the post of Principal Private Secretary (PPS) on a deputation basis. This recruitment is meant for experienced Stenographic Cadre officers serving under Central Government organizations. The selected candidate will be placed in New Delhi, and the position offers a pay level of 11. Applications must be submitted offline within 45 days from the notification date (8th December 2025) — that is, by 25th February 2026.
Name of Organization
Press Council of India
Post Name
Principal Private Secretary (PPS)
Education
Officers in analogous post or with 5–9 years in Level 10/9/8/7 of Stenographic Cadre
Total Vacancies
1
Salary
Level 11 (PB-3 Rs. 15,600–39,100 + GP 6600 pre-revised)
Age Limit
As per deputation rules
Application Fee
Not Applicable
Selection Process
Deputation-based scrutiny
Apply Mode
Offline
Job Location
New Delhi
Last Date To Apply
25th February 2026
Vacancy Details
Post Name
Vacancy
Education
Principal Private Secretary
1
Deputation – Stenographic Cadre
How to Apply
Download the prescribed application format from the official website: www.presscouncil.nic.in.
Fill out the application form carefully and attach:
Self-attested copy of Date of Birth certificate
Proof of service and experience as per eligibility
Other relevant documents (APARs, Vigilance clearance, etc.)
Send the completed application to the following address: Secretary, Press Council of India, Soochna Bhawan, 8 CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003