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The Post of Information Education

Official gazetted recruitment notification for The Post of Information Education administered by MPONLINE Authority (Punjab).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: MPONLINE Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: Punjab

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for The Post of Information Education?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2026-09-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from MPONLINE Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain mponline.gov.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official MPOnline portal, navigate to the active recruitment section for the Information Education post, and initiate the One-Time Registration (OTR) to generate a unique candidate ID.

Log in using the generated credentials to complete the comprehensive profile, entering personal details, academic qualifications, and relevant professional experience in the mandatory fields.

Scan and upload high-resolution copies of the candidate's recent passport-sized photograph, signature, domicile certificate, caste certificate, and educational transcripts according to the prescribed file size limits.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to remit the application fee using Net Banking, Credit/Debit cards, UPI, or through authorized MPOnline Kiosk centers, and download the receipt.

Monitor the MPOnline portal for the release of the admit card, which must be downloaded and printed using the registration number and date of birth before the exam.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for The Post of Information Education 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 Test (CBT) - General Aptitude	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Knowledge of Madhya Pradesh, Current Affairs and Socio-Economic Developments, Basic Computer Literacy and Information Technology, Logical Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude, General English and Hindi Grammar
Stage 2: Computer Based Test (CBT) - Domain Specialization	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	Theories of Communication and Mass Media, Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) Strategies, Public Health and Community Education Methodologies, Social Mobilization and Behavior Change Communication (BCC), Digital Media Planning and Content Creation
Stage 3: Document Verification and Biometric Matching	Qualifying, 1 Day	Verification of Original Academic Degrees and Marksheets, Validation of MP Domicile and Category Certificates, Verification of Experience Certificates and No Objection Certificates (NOC), Biometric and Facial Recognition Authentication
Stage 4: Personal Interview and Viva-Voce	50 Marks, 30 Minutes	Assessment of Communication and Presentation Skills, Problem-Solving and Situational Judgment Scenarios, Knowledge of MP Government Welfare Schemes, Leadership Qualities and Administrative Aptitude

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The post of Information Education (IEC) Officer under the MPONLINE Authority is aligned with Level 9 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, corresponding to a state-level pay scale of INR 38,100 to INR 1,20,400. The entry-level basic pay is established at INR 38,100. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) calculated at 53% (INR 20,193), the gross salary is further augmented by House Rent Allowance (HRA) which varies by city classification: Class X (27% or INR 10,287), Class Y (18% or INR 6,858), and Class Z (9% or INR 3,429). Transport Allowance (TA) is fixed at INR 3,600 plus DA on TA, totaling INR 5,508. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary for a Class Y city is approximately INR 70,659. After mandatory deductions, including 10% towards the National Pension System (NPS) (INR 5,829) and Professional Tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately INR 64,500.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines and the Government of Madhya Pradesh reservation rules, vertical reservation is strictly implemented with 16% for Scheduled Castes (SC), 20% for Scheduled Tribes (ST), 27% for Other Backward Classes (OBC) excluding the creamy layer, and 10% for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Age relaxation is granted up to 5 years for SC/ST and OBC candidates, and up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Women candidates receive a 33% horizontal reservation across all categories along with application fee concessions as per state policies.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — The Post of Information Education

What are the minimum qualifying cutoff marks for the CBT?

The minimum qualifying cutoff marks are 40% for General and EWS category candidates, and 35% for SC, ST, and OBC candidates in each paper of the Computer Based Test.

Will there be normalization of marks across different exam shifts?

Yes, a standard multi-shift normalization method based on percentile equivalence will be applied by the MPONLINE Authority if the exam is conducted in multiple sessions.

Is there a mandatory service bond for the Information Education post?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service bond to serve the department for a minimum period of 3 years, or pay a specified indemnity amount in lieu thereof.

What is the duration of the probation period for new recruits?

The selected candidates will be placed on a probation period of 2 years, during which their performance and conduct will be evaluated before final confirmation.

What is the primary focus of the domain-specific syllabus for this role?

The domain syllabus focuses heavily on designing public awareness campaigns, behavior change communication, media relations, and implementing government information dissemination programs.

Where will the selected candidates be posted after recruitment?

Selected candidates will be posted across various district headquarters, municipal corporations, or state-level departments within Madhya Pradesh, subject to vacancy and administrative requirements.