Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) Recruitment 2026 — Official Vacancy Notification
Official recruitment notice issued by Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) for the post of Administrative & Technical Staff Cadre. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
M.Tech / M.E, MBBS / Medical Degree. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
1. Computer Based Written Test (CBT), 2. Skill Test / Interview (Where Applicable), 3. Document Verification & Medical Fitness Test.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manager | 1 | Level-11 (Rs. 67,700 | 2026-09-30 |
| Manager | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Government Post / | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-08-01 |
| Director | 1 | Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 | 2026-08-14 |
Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap
Candidates must visit the official MIB or designated recruitment portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, valid email, and active mobile number.
Log in with OTR credentials to select the specific advertisement, fill out the detailed academic and professional experience fields, and verify the auto-populated data before saving.
Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificate, degree marksheets, caste certificate (if applicable), and passport-sized photograph and signature in the prescribed JPEG/PDF format.
Pay the non-refundable application fee online using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to download and print the system-generated payment receipt for future reference.
After successful verification of applications, download the e-Admit Card from the portal ten days prior to the examination date; no physical admit cards will be sent by post.
Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework
The candidate evaluation matrix for Mib N/A Recruitment is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.
| Selection Phase / Exam Paper | Weightage & Duration | Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1: Computer Based Screening Test (CBST) | 120 Marks, 120 Minutes | General Intelligence, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, and General Awareness with special reference to Indian Polity and Media Sector. |
| Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization (Descriptive) | 200 Marks, 180 Minutes | Public Administration, Constitutional Law, Media Laws and Ethics, Government Communication Policy, and Official Language Policy of the Union. |
| Stage 3: Document Verification & Personality Test | 100 Marks, 45 Minutes | Assessment of leadership qualities, communication skills, situational judgment, administrative aptitude, and verification of original academic and caste credentials. |
| Stage 4: Medical Examination & Final Merit List | Qualifying, No Marks | Comprehensive medical fitness standards as prescribed by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare for Group B Gazetted officers, followed by final merit allocation. |
7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure
Under the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC), the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) recruits for this cadre at Pay Matrix Level 7, with an initial Entry Basic Pay of Rs. 44,900. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (amounting to Rs. 23,797), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% (Rs. 13,470), and Transport Allowance (TA) at Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908, totaling Rs. 5,508), the Gross Monthly Salary reaches approximately Rs. 87,675. After mandatory statutory deductions, which include 10% towards the National Pension System (NPS) amounting to Rs. 6,870, along with CGHS and CGEGIS contributions totaling roughly Rs. 7,500, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary for a newly appointed officer is approximately Rs. 80,175. This competitive compensation package is further augmented by annual increments of 3% and prospective revisions under the upcoming 8th Pay Commission guidelines.
Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines
In accordance with the consolidated guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India, this recruitment enforces a strict statutory reservation policy. Upper age limit relaxations are granted to Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) up to 5 years, and to Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL) up to 3 years. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year age relaxation. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, all female candidates and applicants belonging to SC, ST, and PwBD categories are fully exempted from paying the application fee.
Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Mib N/A Recruitment
The minimum qualifying marks are set at 40% for General/EWS, 35% for OBC, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD in each paper. However, actual cutoffs depend on vacancy ratios and overall candidate performance.
Yes, if the Computer Based Screening Test is conducted across multiple shifts, a standard equipercentile normalization method approved by DoPT will be applied to ensure equity among candidates.
There is no financial service bond required for this post. However, selected candidates must execute an undertaking to serve the Ministry for a minimum period of two years during probation.
Selected candidates will undergo a mandatory probation period of two years. Confirmation of service is subject to the successful completion of prescribed departmental training and passing the confirmation exam.
The screening test syllabus is common for all candidates, but the descriptive paper (Stage 2) is tailored specifically to the administrative, media, or technical stream chosen during application.
Initial postings are primarily at the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting headquarters in New Delhi, or its regional offices, media units, and field publicity divisions across India.