Administrative Officer – PRL
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹56,100 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: MBA in HR with 1 year experience, or Post Graduate with 3 years experience, or Graduate with 5 years experience in Administration.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 1 to 5 years of experience in Administration depending on the educational qualification level, with at least 1-2 years in a supervisory capacity.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 35 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Administrative Officer position at Physical Research Laboratory (PRL) is a Level 10 gazetted-equivalent post designed for professionals capable of managing institutional operations within a premier space research environment. This single vacancy offers a starting basic pay of ₹56,100 and requires an MBA in HR or a Post Graduate degree with relevant supervisory experience in administration. Successful candidates will oversee personnel management and general administration, contributing to the smooth functioning of India's leading space science missions. This role is an excellent opportunity for administrative experts to build a stable career in a prestigious autonomous unit under the Department of Space.
- This role involves high-level administrative oversight and personnel management within a world-class scientific research institute.
- Candidates should ensure they possess the required supervisory experience in Level 6 or equivalent before starting the online application.
- The selection process includes a comprehensive written test followed by a personal interview to assess administrative aptitude.
- Applicants must be prepared for a posting in Ahmedabad or any other unit of the Department of Space as per institutional requirements.
- Review the official syllabus in Appendix-IV to prepare for specific topics like the Industrial Disputes Act and RTI regulations.
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Additional Salary Information
Pay Level 10 in 7th CPC Pay Matrix (₹56,100–₹1,77,500) plus DA, HRA, and Transport Allowance as per Central Government rules.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Written Test (Objective + Descriptive) Personal Interview Weightage: 60% for Written Test and 40% for Interview
Application Fees
All Candidates (Initial Payment): 750 SC/ST/PwBD/ExS/Women (Net Fee after refund): 0 UR/EWS/OBC (Net Fee after refund): 250
Reservation
UR: 1
How to Apply
- Visit the official PRL website at https://www.prl.res.in/prl-eng/job_vacancies.
- Register on the portal between 25.07.2026 and 24.08.2026.
- Fill in the online application form with accurate details.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents including educational certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), and PwBD certificate.
- Upload a recent color passport size photograph and signature as per the specified dimensions.
- Pay the initial application fee of 750 online using Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
- Submit the application and preserve the generated Registration Number for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Administrative Officer is appointed in Level 10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix with a starting basic pay of ₹56,100 per month plus applicable allowances.
Candidates need an MBA in HR with 1 year of supervisory experience, or a Post Graduate degree with 3 years of experience, or a Graduation with 5 years of experience in administration.
The maximum age limit for the Administrative Officer post is 35 years as of August 24, 2026, with relaxations applicable for reserved categories.
