District Panchayat Bastar Gram Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2026 - Apply Now 70 Posts
An official recruitment notification (Memo No. 2434/ZP/PA/2026-27) has been released by the Office of the Zila Panchayat (Panchayat Section), Bastar, Jagdalpur (Chhattisgarh). It invites offline applications for 70 vacancies of Gram Panchayat Sachiv (Secretary) across newly formed Gram Panchayats. Only native and permanent residents belonging to the 7 development blocks of Bastar District are eligible to apply. Applicants who have completed Higher Secondary (10+2) and hold a 1-year recognized Diploma in Data Entry Operator / Programming (DCA / PGDCA) can send the offline application form by Registered Post or Speed Post to Zila Panchayat Bastar on or before 16 November 2026 (05:30 PM). Find the full eligibility requirements, category-wise vacancy break-up, selection weightage points, and step-by-step instructions below.
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 13 October 2026 |
|---|---|
| Offline Application Start Date | 13 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application Form | 16 November 2026 (05:30 PM) |
| Provisional Merit List & Skill Test Date | To be announced soon |
Application Fee
- All Candidates: Rs. 0/- (Nil)
- (There is no application fee required for this recruitment drive)
Age Limit & Domicile (as on 01/01/2026)
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
| Serving Govt / Contract / Home Guard Employees | Up to 45 Years. |
| Age Relaxation | Relaxations applicable for SC, ST, OBC (NCL), and Female candidates as per Government of Chhattisgarh rules. |
| Strict Domicile Restriction | Only permanent residents of Bastar District (7 Blocks) are eligible to apply. |
Selection Process & Weightage Scheme
| (a) Higher Secondary (10+2) Marks | 50% Weightage (50 Marks). |
|---|---|
| (b) Higher Educational Qualifications | Maximum 10 Marks (Graduation: 5 Marks, Post Graduation: 5 Marks). |
| (c) Computer Skill Test | 25% Weightage (25 Marks). Shortlisting in 1:10 ratio based on initial merit (minimum 33% qualifying marks). |
| (d) Rojgar Sahayak Experience | Maximum 15 Marks (3 marks per completed year, min 1 yr 9 months required, max 5 years). |
| Total Evaluation | 100 Marks. |
Salary / Pay Scale Details
| Post Name | Gram Panchayat Sachiv |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | ₹ 3,500 - 10,000/- with Grade Pay ₹ 1,100/- plus admissible allowances as per Chhattisgarh Government orders. |
| Probation Period | 03 (Three) Years (extendable up to 5 years based on performance). |
Zila Panchayat Bastar: Category-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Category | Open (मुक्त) | Female (महिला) | Ex-Servicemen | PwD (दिव्यांग) | Total Posts | Educational & Technical Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 22 | 13 | 05 | 04 | 44 | 1. Passed Higher Secondary (10+2) examination from a recognized Board. 2. One-Year Diploma in Data Entry Operator / Programming (DCA / PGDCA) from a Government recognized institution. 3. Valid registration in Chhattisgarh Employment Exchange (रोजगार कार्यालय का जीवित पंजीयन). |
| Unreserved (UR) | 10 | 04 | 00 | 01 | 15 | |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 06 | 03 | 00 | 01 | 10 | |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 | |
| Total Vacancies | 70 Posts | |||||
How to Apply Offline for Bastar Gram Panchayat Sachiv Recruitment 2026
- Go to bastar.gov.in, the official portal for Bastar District administration.
- Save and take a printout of the official notification and the attached offline application form.
- Carefully enter all asked details in Hindi/English with clear handwriting.
- Affix your latest self-attested passport-size colored photograph directly on the application form.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of all supporting documents: Class 10th Mark Sheet (for Date of Birth proof), Higher Secondary (12th) Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate, Graduation / Post Graduation Mark Sheets and Degrees (if applicable), One-Year Computer Diploma Certificate (DCA / PGDCA), Permanent Domicile Certificate of Bastar District, Permanent Caste Certificate issued by competent revenue authority, Valid Live Employment Registration Certificate, and Experience Certificate as Rojgar Sahayak (with appointment order & Non-Inquiry certificate).
- Compulsory requirement: Applicants must include two self-addressed envelopes, each carrying postage stamps of Rs. 40/-.
- Put your filled application form and all enclosures inside an envelope clearly marked on top: “आवेदन ग्राम पंचायत सचिव हेतु आवेदन 2026”.
- Mail the completed application packet using Speed Post or Registered Post to the following address:
To, The Chief Executive Officer, Zila Panchayat Bastar, District Jagdalpur - 494001, Chhattisgarh
- Your application form must reach the office on or before 16 November 2026 up to 05:30 PM. Forms handed over in person or arriving after this deadline will be rejected.
Important Links
Before Applying
Always check the official notification to confirm complete eligibility criteria, age limits, educational qualifications, fee rules, and all instructions prior to submitting the online application.
Frequently asked questions
What are the important dates for District Panchayat Bastar Gram Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2026?
Notification Release Date: 13 October 2026; Offline Application Start Date: 13 October 2026; Last Date for Receipt of Application Form: 16 November 2026 (05:30 PM); Provisional Merit List & Skill Test Date: To be announced soon.
How many posts are there in District Panchayat Bastar Gram Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2026?
Total Vacancies: 70 Posts.
What is the age limit for District Panchayat Bastar Gram Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2026?
Minimum Age: 18 Years; Maximum Age: 40 Years.
What is the official website for District Panchayat Bastar Gram Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2026?
The official website is bastar.gov.in.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.