Assistant Editor – UPSC
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 2
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Qualification
- Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Journalism/Mass Communication, or Bachelor's in Economics/Statistics/English with a 1-year PG Diploma in Journalism/Mass Communication.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 3 years of experience in editing and publishing works in the book publishing field, newspapers, news agencies, or public/government organisations.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 18 to 35 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Assistant Editor role at the Indian Bureau of Mines in Nagpur offers an excellent platform for publishing professionals looking to transition to government service under the Ministry of Mines. Selected candidates will edit technical mining literature, collaborate with subject authors, and manage diverse official publications and digital transcripts. This permanent Group B Gazetted position presents a structured environment for those skilled in media and editing workflows.
- The role is based at the Indian Bureau of Mines Headquarters in Nagpur, Maharashtra, with standard service liability across India.
- Candidates with hands-on experience in desktop publishing software such as PageMaker, MS Office, and Photoshop are highly preferred.
- The selection process relies on academic credentials and relevant editing portfolio reviews, followed by formal interviews.
- The final date for submitting online applications on the portal is October 2, 2026, by 18:00 hours.
- A probation period of two years is standard for direct recruits entering this permanent cadre.
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Additional Salary Information
Level-07 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on essential/desirable qualifications or experience Recruitment Test (RT) / Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) (if conducted) Interview / Personality Test
Application Fees
General / OBC / EWS Male Candidates: ₹25 SC / ST / PwBD / Women Candidates: Fee Exempted
Reservation
Reservation benefits are extended to SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD candidates as per Government of India rules.
Specific backlog and suitability criteria apply for PwBD positions as specified per post.
How to Apply
- Visit the official portal https://upsconline.nic.in.
- Complete the Universal Registration Number (URN) profile if not already registered.
- Fill out the Common Application Form (CAF) and capture a live photograph as required.
- Select the specific post/vacancy module and complete all required details.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents in PDF format.
- Pay the application fee of ₹25 via online channels (if applicable).
- Submit the application and print the final confirmation page for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
The position is graded at Level-7 of the Pay Matrix as per the 7th CPC.
A Bachelor's degree in Journalism or Mass Communication, or a Bachelor's degree in Economics/Statistics/English with a PG Diploma in Journalism/Mass Communication.
The maximum age is 30 years for UR candidates and 35 years for SC candidates.