Overview
STPI has released a recruitment notification for the post of Administrative Officer (A-V), MTSS ES-V, MTSS ES-IV, Assistant (A-II), Office Attendant (S-I) (10 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply online only, at www.stpi.in before 12 October 2026.
Key Details
- Organization
- STPI
- Vacancies
- 10
- Posted
- 29 August 2026
- Last date to apply
- 12 October 2026
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 29 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 12 October 2026 |
| Publication in Employment News | 29 August 2026 |
| Opening date for submission of online application | 29 August 2026 |
| Last/closing date for receipt of online application | 12 October 2026 (within 45 days of publication) |
| Age reckoned as on | 12 October 2026 |
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Vacancy Details
The notification lists 10 vacancies across five posts, with category-wise and location-wise distribution as given below. Post Code: Name of Post | Pay Matrix Level | No. of Posts | Category / Location A-5 (Non-S&T): Administrative Officer (A-V) | Level 7 (Rs. 44900-142400) | 02 | UR-01 (STPI Guwahati), OBC-01 (STPI Bengaluru) ES-5 (S&T): Member Technical Support Staff (MTSS) ES-V | Level 6 (Rs. 35400-112400) | 01 | UR-01 (STPI Hyderabad) ES-4 (S&T): Member Technical Support Staff (MTSS) ES-IV | Level 5 (Rs. 29200-92300) | 03 | SC-01 (STPI Indore/Bhopal), OBC-01 (STPI Noida), EWS-01 (STPI Hyderabad) A-2 (Non-S&T): Assistant (A-II) | Level 4 (Rs. 25500-81100) | 01 | UR-01 (STPI New Delhi) S-1 (Non-S&T): Office Attendant (S-I) | Level 1 (Rs. 18000-56900) | 03 | OBC-02 (STPI Bengaluru, STPI Noida), SC-01 (STPI Noida) Note: Out of the 03 vacancies in Sl. No. 1 & 2 (Administrative Officer and MTSS ES-V), 01 vacancy is reserved for PH(VH). Out of the 07 vacancies in Sl. No. 3, 4 & 5 (MTSS ES-IV, Assistant and Office Attendant), 03 vacancies are reserved for PH (02-VH & 01-MD). The number of posts is provisional and STPI reserves the right not to fill any vacancy.
Age Limit
Post: Absorption Basis | Direct Recruitment Basis Administrative Officer (A-V): 56 years | 40 years MTSS ES-V: 56 years | 36 years MTSS ES-IV: 56 years | 34 years Assistant (A-II): 56 years | 32 years Office Attendant (S-I): Not applicable (Direct Recruitment only) | 30 years Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules for candidates already working in Government/STPI on a regular basis, and for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates. Age is reckoned as on the closing date, 12 October 2026. Candidates should ensure that they fulfill the prescribed age criteria. Calculate your exact age using our Age Calculator before submitting your application to confirm your eligibility.
Salary
Pay is as per the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix applicable to each post, ranging from Level 1 (Rs. 18,000-56,900) for Office Attendant up to Level 7 (Rs. 44,900-142,400) for Administrative Officer. The notification does not specify additional allowances separately; these would be as per applicable Government/STPI rules.
Application Fee
Candidates have to pay an application fee of Rs. 500/- per application. No fee is required from female candidates and candidates belonging to SC/ST/PH category. The fee, once paid, is non-refundable. The exact mode and process of payment is specified on the online application portal at www.stpi.in.
Selection Process
Selection for all posts is through a Written Examination; candidates for Office Attendant (S-I) must additionally clear a Skill Test. Only screened-in candidates (based on the completed online application) are called for the written exam. Post: Sections & Marks | Total Questions / Duration MTSS ES-V & MTSS ES-IV: General Intelligence & Reasoning - 20, General Awareness - 20, Numerical Aptitude - 20, English Comprehension - 20, Technical Area - 70 | 150 questions, 1 mark each; 2½ hours Administrative Officer (A-V): General Intelligence & Reasoning - 25, General Awareness - 25, Numerical Aptitude - 25, English Comprehension - 25, Knowledge of Central Government Rules & Procedures - 50 | 150 questions, 1 mark each; 2½ hours Assistant (A-II): General Intelligence & Reasoning - 40, General Awareness - 35, Numerical Aptitude - 35, English Comprehension - 40 | 150 questions, 1 mark each; 2½ hours Office Attendant (S-I): General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, Numerical Aptitude, English Comprehension | 50 questions, 2 marks each; 1½ hours There is negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. Minimum qualifying marks for final selection/merit are 50% for General category, 45% for OBC, 40% for SC/ST, with an additional 5% relaxation for PWD candidates in their respective category. Examination centres are Delhi/NCR and Bengaluru. The detailed syllabus is provided as Annexure-I of the official notification.
How to Apply
• Visit the official STPI website, www.stpi.in. No other mode of application is accepted. • Complete the online application form carefully, filling all essential steps. • Candidates working in Central/State Government/PSUs/Autonomous Organisations should keep a copy of the NOC issued by their employer ready to submit at the time of applying. • Upload caste/category certificates (in the prescribed Central Government format) if claiming reservation or age relaxation. • Pay the applicable application fee online, where applicable. • Submit the completed application before the closing date of 12 October 2026. Candidates applying for more than one post must submit separate applications with the requisite fee for each.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for STPI Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 10 Assistant, Administrative Officer and More Posts?
Application Start Date: 29 August 2026; Last Date to Apply: 12 October 2026; Publication in Employment News: 29 August 2026; Opening date for submission of online application: 29 August 2026; Last/closing date for receipt of online application: 12 October 2026 (within 45 days of publication); Age reckoned as on: 12 October 2026
What is the application fee?
Candidates have to pay an application fee of Rs. 500/- per application. No fee is required from female candidates and candidates belonging to SC/ST/PH category. The fee, once paid, is non-refundable. The exact mode and process of payment is specified on the online application portal at www.stpi.in.
What is the age limit?
Post: Absorption Basis | Direct Recruitment Basis Administrative Officer (A-V): 56 years | 40 years MTSS ES-V: 56 years | 36 years MTSS ES-IV: 56 years | 34 years Assistant (A-II): 56 years | 32 years Office Attendant (S-I): Not applicable (Direct Recruitment only) | 30 years Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules for candidates already working in Government/STPI on a regular basis, and for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates. Age is reckoned as on the closing date, 12 October 2026. Candidates should ensure that they fulfill the prescribed age criteria. Calculate your exact age using our Age Calculator before submitting your application to confirm your eligibility.
What is the selection process?
Selection for all posts is through a Written Examination; candidates for Office Attendant (S-I) must additionally clear a Skill Test. Only screened-in candidates (based on the completed online application) are called for the written exam. Post: Sections & Marks | Total Questions / Duration MTSS ES-V & MTSS ES-IV: General Intelligence & Reasoning - 20, General Awareness - 20, Numerical Aptitude - 20, English Comprehension - 20, Technical Area - 70 | 150 questions, 1 mark each; 2½ hours Administrative Officer (A-V): General Intelligence & Reasoning - 25, General Awareness - 25, Numerical Aptitude - 25, English Comprehension - 25, Knowledge of Central Government Rules & Procedures - 50 | 150 questions, 1 mark each; 2½ hours Assistant (A-II): General Intelligence & Reasoning - 40, General Awareness - 35, Numerical Aptitude - 35, English Comprehension - 40 | 150 questions, 1 mark each; 2½ …