The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Kolkata, an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, has announced recruitment for the post of Private Secretary, with one vacancy to be filled through direct recruitment. The position is a Group B non-teaching role based at the Director's Secretariat, involving senior-level administrative support, confidential file handling, and official correspondence at the institute located in Nadia district, West Bengal.
IISER Kolkata Recruitment 2026 - Private Secretary Posts
Posted 01 Oct 2026Updated 01 Oct 2026IISER-K/Admn/NT-05/2026
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
21 Oct
3 days left
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Recruitment status
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Last date 21 Oct 2026 · 3 days left
- Notification01 Oct
- Applications Open01 Oct
About IISER Kolkata Private Secretary Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Kolkata
- Advertisement No.
- IISER-K/Admn/NT-05/2026
- Post Name
- Private Secretary
- Job Location
- Kolkata, West Bengal
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Applications invited from eligible Indian nationals; no state-wise restriction stated)
- Job Type
- Full Time
- Age Limit
- Up to 38 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- 5 years of relevant experience in Govt. organizations in Pay Level-6 or above
- Credentials Required
- Computer key depression speed equivalent to 60 words per minute; 1-year Diploma / Proficiency certificate in Computer and Office applications from a recognized Institute
- Pay Scale
- Pay Level-7 as per 7th CPC
Vacancy Breakdown
Private Secretary
1
UR 1
| Post Name | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Private Secretary | 1 | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Private Secretary - Educational Qualification and Experience
Master's degree with 50% marks with an excellent command over the English language. Computer key depression speed equivalent to 60 words per minute. 1-year Diploma / Proficiency certificate in Computer and Office applications from a recognized Institute. Experience: 5 years of relevant experience in Govt. organizations in Pay Level-6 or above.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Private Secretary - Educational Qualification and Experience | Master's degree with 50% marks with an excellent command over the English language. Computer key depression speed equivalent to 60 words per minute. 1-year Diploma / Proficiency certificate in Computer and Office applications from a recognized Institute. Experience: 5 years of relevant experience in Govt. organizations in Pay Level-6 or above. |
Age Limit
Maximum 38 years as on 21-10-2026
Age Relaxation
Age relaxation as per Government of India norms. SC/ST/OBC (NCL) candidates applying against the Unreserved post are not eligible for age relaxation. No upper age limit for Institute's employees (regular, contractual and outsourced), provided at least one year of service remains till superannuation on the last date of application.
Application Fee
General / Unreserved
Rs. 500 (application fee Rs. 450 plus registration fee Rs. 50)
SC / ST / PWD / Women / Ex-servicemen
Rs. 50 (registration fee only)
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting of Online Applications
Applications screened by an Institute-level Scrutiny Committee; in case of large numbers the committee may adopt shortlisting criteria based on desirable qualifications and relevant experience.
- 2Skill Test / Trade Test
Computer Skill Test or Trade Test, qualifying in nature; marks are not carried forward to the written test.
- 3Written Test
Written test of 100 marks; final selection depends on the merit of marks obtained in this test.
Exam Pattern
Salary Structure
Pay Level-7 as per 7th CPC
How to Apply
- 1Register on the IISER Kolkata online recruitment portal with a valid email address and mobile number.
- 2Fill in the application form with correct personal, educational and contact details.
- 3Upload photograph, signature and certificates in the prescribed format.
- 4Pay the application fee through the payment gateway.
- 5Review all details carefully and submit the online application before the closing date.
- 6Download the submitted application form and send the hard copy with self-attested testimonials by speed post, registered post or courier to The Dean (Administration), Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Kolkata, Mohanpur, Nadia District, Pin 741246.
- 7Superscribe the envelope with 'APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF PRIVATE SECRETARY'.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Printout of the online application form
•Self-attested copies of relevant testimonials and certificates
•NOC and Vigilance Certificate for candidates working in Central/State Government organizations
•Autonomous bodies
•PSUs and Government funded research agencies
Important Details
- Appointment is on probation for one year, extendable if required, and confirmation follows satisfactory completion.
- Selected candidates are covered under the New Pension Scheme and are eligible for benefits such as medical and LTC as per Institute and Government of India norms.
- Candidates must be citizens of India and medically fit as per the standards prescribed for the post, with verification of character and antecedents.
- Part-time, contractual, temporary or outsourced experience is not counted as valid experience for shortlisting.
- Candidates working in Central or State Government organizations, autonomous bodies, PSUs and Government funded research agencies must send the printout of the online application through proper channel and produce NOC and Vigilance Certificate at the skill test or written test.
- The panel of recommendations remains valid for one year from the date of approval by the Competent Authority.
- All call letters and admit cards are sent by email.
Desirable Qualifications and Job Requirements
Sound knowledge of English stenography/shorthand with a speed of 100 words per minute. The position is for the Director's Secretariat and the applicant should have experience of serving as Personal Assistant/Private Secretary to a Director, Dean, Registrar or equivalent senior functionary in an IIT, IISER, NIT, Central University, National Laboratory or other Centrally Funded Technical Institution, including handling confidential files, VIP references, statutory body matters, high-level administrative correspondence, the Director's appointments, meetings, agendas and minutes, official notes, travel and hospitality, and records in a digital office environment with working knowledge of e-Office, MS Office, virtual meeting platforms and office automation systems.
PwD Suitability
Private Secretary
Physical Requirements: Sitting, Standing, Bending, Walking, Seeing, Hearing, Communication, Reading and Writing
Categories of Disabled Suitable: One Arm, One Leg, Low Vision, Hearing Impaired
| Post | Physical Requirements | Categories of Disabled Suitable |
|---|---|---|
| Private Secretary | Sitting, Standing, Bending, Walking, Seeing, Hearing, Communication, Reading and Writing | One Arm, One Leg, Low Vision, Hearing Impaired |
PwBD Eligibility
Persons with Disabilities with minimum 40% disability are eligible to apply. The Institute follows all instructions on PwBD issued by the Government of India, covering blindness and low vision, deaf and hard of hearing, locomotor disability including cerebral palsy, leprosy cured, dwarfism, acid attack victims and muscular dystrophy, autism, intellectual disability, specific learning disability and mental illness, and multiple disabilities from amongst these.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is part-time or contractual experience counted for this post?
No. Experience rendered on a part-time, contractual, temporary or outsourced basis is not counted while calculating valid experience for shortlisting.
Do candidates already working in government organizations need an NOC?
Yes. Candidates working in Central or State Government organizations, autonomous bodies, PSUs and Government funded research agencies must send the application printout through proper channel and produce NOC and Vigilance Certificate at the skill test or written test.
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