India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), the Government of India trade-promotion enterprise headquartered at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, has opened a direct-recruitment drive for 46 Group C vacancies under File No. 4-ITPO(3)/E-I/2026. The posts include Senior Assistant in Civil, Electrical and Architecture disciplines, Assistant (Accounts), Junior Stenographer and Junior Assistant (General Cadre). Online applications began on 17 October 2026 and close on 13 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. This recruitment has an unusual eligibility structure: candidates must not only meet the post-specific educational, experience, typing or shorthand requirements, but also hold the relevant prior SSC 2024 examination record or GATE Architecture score prescribed for the post. The notified IDA pay scales range from ₹25,000–₹85,000 for Junior Assistant to ₹29,000–₹1,10,000 for the Senior Assistant posts. The maximum age is 27 years for Junior Assistant and Junior Stenographer and 28 years for the remaining posts, reckoned on 13 November 2026. For candidates who narrowly missed final recommendation in the relevant SSC cycle, this recruitment is especially notable because ITPO is reusing verified competitive-exam performance for a fresh employer-level selection opportunity. Selection is based on the prescribed SSC/GATE merit route and eligibility verification rather than a fresh ITPO written examination.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) |
| Administrative Ministry | Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India |
| Headquarters | Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi |
| File / Advertisement Reference | 4-ITPO(3)/E-I/2026 |
| Recruitment Type | Direct recruitment, Group C |
| Total Vacancies | 46 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Opening Date | 17 October 2026 |
| Last Date | 13 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Age / Experience Cut-off | 13 November 2026 |
| Pay Pattern | IDA |
| Selection Basis | Prescribed SSC/GATE merit route, document verification and medical/eligibility checks |
Vacancy Details
| Code | Post | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Senior Assistant (Civil) | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| 02 | Senior Assistant (Electrical) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 03 | Senior Assistant (Architecture) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 04 | Assistant (Accounts) | 5 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| 05 | Junior Stenographer | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| 06 | Junior Assistant (General Cadre) | 9 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 19 |
| Total | 19 | 5 | 12 | 6 | 4 | 46 |
The category-wise totals are 19 UR, 5 EWS, 12 OBC, 6 SC and 4 ST, which add up to 46 vacancies.
Qualification and Prior Examination Requirement
Candidates must satisfy both the educational requirement and the specified prior examination/score condition.
| Post | Qualification / Skill | Required Prior Exam / Score |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Assistant (Civil) | Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering; diploma holders require 1 year relevant experience | SSC Junior Engineer Examination 2024 |
| Senior Assistant (Electrical) | Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering; diploma holders require 1 year relevant experience | SSC Junior Engineer Examination 2024 |
| Senior Assistant (Architecture) | Degree or Diploma in Architecture; diploma holders require 1 year relevant experience | Valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 score in Architecture & Planning (AR) |
| Assistant (Accounts) | B.Com with at least Second Division, computer knowledge and 2 years relevant Finance/Accounts experience | SSC CGL 2024 |
| Junior Stenographer | Bachelor’s degree with shorthand speed 80 wpm and typing speed 40 wpm | SSC Stenographer 2024 |
| Junior Assistant (General Cadre) | Bachelor’s degree with at least Second Division, computer proficiency, prescribed typing speed and 2 years relevant post-qualification experience | SSC CGL 2024 |
For the SSC-based posts, current reproductions of the notification indicate that the applicant must have participated in the specified examination cycle and satisfy the ITPO disclosure/merit conditions. A degree alone is therefore not enough.
Age Limit
Age is reckoned on 13 November 2026.
| Post Group | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Junior Assistant (General Cadre) | 27 years |
| Junior Stenographer | 27 years |
| Senior Assistant (Civil / Electrical / Architecture) | 28 years |
| Assistant (Accounts) | 28 years |
Category-wise relaxation applies under the notified rules. Candidates can calculate their age on the closing-date cut-off using the Regal Naukri Age Calculator.
Pay Scale
| Post | IDA Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Senior Assistant (Civil) | ₹29,000 – ₹1,10,000 |
| Senior Assistant (Electrical) | ₹29,000 – ₹1,10,000 |
| Senior Assistant (Architecture) | ₹29,000 – ₹1,10,000 |
| Assistant (Accounts) | ₹27,500 – ₹99,000 |
| Junior Stenographer | ₹27,500 – ₹99,000 |
| Junior Assistant (General Cadre) | ₹25,000 – ₹85,000 |
These are notified pay scales, not guaranteed monthly in-hand amounts.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1,000 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
Candidates should follow the amount and exemption displayed on the live ITPO application portal at the time of payment.
Selection Process
ITPO is using prior competitive-examination performance rather than conducting a fresh common written examination for these vacancies.
The selection route varies by post:
- SSC JE 2024 marks/merit for Senior Assistant (Civil/Electrical);
- GATE Architecture & Planning score for Senior Assistant (Architecture);
- SSC CGL 2024 marks/merit for Assistant (Accounts) and Junior Assistant;
- SSC Stenographer 2024 marks/merit for Junior Stenographer.
Candidates who satisfy the notified academic, experience and skill conditions are considered through the applicable merit route, followed by document verification, medical fitness and other checks prescribed by ITPO.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification / application opening | 17 October 2026 |
| Last date for online application | 13 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Age and experience cut-off | 13 November 2026 |
| Merit / verification schedule | To be announced |
How to Apply for ITPO Group C Recruitment 2026
- Open ITPO’s official Careers page and locate the 2026 direct recruitment for Senior Assistant, Assistant (Accounts), Junior Stenographer and Junior Assistant posts.
- Before registering, confirm the exact post code and check whether your prior SSC/GATE record matches that post. Use the Regal Naukri Eligibility Pre-check to organise the conditions, but treat ITPO’s notification as final.
- Calculate your age as on 13 November 2026 using the Age Calculator.
- Arrange degree/diploma certificates, experience records, SSC/GATE score details, category proof and identity documents using the Government Job Document Checklist.
- Open the ITPO online recruitment portal and create a fresh login with an active email address and mobile number.
- Enter personal, educational and post-specific information exactly as supported by your certificates.
- Enter and upload the required SSC JE/CGL/Stenographer 2024 or GATE 2024–2026 information applicable to your post.
- Upload photograph, signature and supporting documents. Government/PSU employees should also keep the required NOC ready where applicable.
- Pay ₹1,000 if your category is required to pay the fee; eligible exempt categories should confirm the portal reflects the exemption.
- Submit the form by 13 November 2026 at 11:59 PM, save the confirmation page and payment record, and use Regal Naukri’s How to Fill Government Job Online Application Forms Correctly guide for a final consistency review.
Documents Required
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Photograph and signature | Online application |
| Matriculation / date-of-birth proof | Age verification |
| Degree / diploma certificates | Post qualification |
| Marksheets | Academic eligibility |
| Experience certificates | Required for applicable posts |
| SSC JE / CGL / Stenographer 2024 score details | Eligibility and merit route |
| GATE 2024/2025/2026 scorecard | Architecture post |
| Category certificate | Reservation / fee exemption |
| PwBD / Ex-Servicemen proof | Applicable claims |
| NOC | Where required for serving employees |
| Payment receipt | Fee proof for paying candidates |
Important Candidate Instructions
- The 46-vacancy total is obtained from the six post-wise figures and category-wise arithmetic.
- Do not apply solely on the basis of having the required degree; the relevant SSC/GATE condition is central to this recruitment.
- Junior Assistant requires the prescribed computer typing speed in addition to graduation and experience.
- Junior Stenographer requires the notified shorthand and typing speeds.
- Diploma holders applying for the Senior Assistant engineering/architecture posts need the prescribed relevant experience.
- The cut-off date for age and experience is 13 November 2026.
- Keep the prior SSC/GATE scorecard and registration details ready before opening the form.
Important Links
| Link | Purpose |
|---|---|
| ITPO Careers | Official ITPO careers/recruitment page |
| ITPO Online Recruitment Portal | Online application portal for the 2026 recruitment |
| ITPO Official Website | Organisation website |
| ITPO Administration Division | Official administrative notices and recruitment-related records |
FAQ
How many vacancies are in ITPO Recruitment 2026?
The six advertised post categories add up to 46 vacancies.
What is the last date to apply?
Online applications close on 13 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.
Is there a new ITPO written examination?
The current recruitment is based on the prescribed prior SSC/GATE merit route for each post, followed by verification and other required checks.
Can candidates who never appeared in SSC CGL/JE/Stenographer 2024 or GATE apply?
Not for the corresponding posts that specifically require those examination/score records.
What is the age limit?
The maximum age is 27 years for Junior Assistant and Junior Stenographer and 28 years for the remaining posts, as on 13 November 2026.
What is the application fee?
The current recruitment information states ₹1,000 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and no fee for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen candidates.
Which post has the most vacancies?
Junior Assistant (General Cadre) has the largest share with 19 vacancies.
What is the pay range?
The IDA pay scales range from ₹25,000–₹85,000 for Junior Assistant to ₹29,000–₹1,10,000 for Senior Assistant posts.