Bastar Gram Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2026: Apply for 70 Posts OPEN

District Panchayat Bastar Gram Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2026 — Complete Guide

Bastar Gram Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2026 — Latest Update (As on 23 October 2026)

This is an offline recruitment. You cannot apply on a website. You must download the form, fill it, attach documents, and send it by Registered Post or Speed Post to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), District Panchayat Bastar, Jagdalpur. The notification clearly says that applications arriving after the last date and time because of postal delay will not be accepted, so please send your application early.

Only native residents of Bastar district from the seven development blocks covered by this recruitment can apply. Selection is based on merit marks (Higher Secondary marks, higher education, computer skill test and experience). There is no written exam mentioned, only a computer skill test of 25 marks for shortlisted candidates. This guide explains everything in simple words.

Important Dates — Bastar Gram Panchayat Secretary 2026

• Notification Date: 13 October 2026
• Application Start Date: 13 October 2026
• Last Date to Reach the Office: 16 November 2026, 5:30 PM
• Computer Skill Test and Document Verification: Dates will be announced by the District Panchayat
• Final Merit List: To be announced

Vacancy Details — Category-wise

• Total posts: 70 for Gram Panchayat Secretary (New Gram Panchayat Secretary)
• Unreserved (UR): 10 posts (4 reserved for women)
• Other Backward Class (OBC): 3 posts (1 reserved for women)
• Scheduled Caste (SC): 1 post (0 for women)
• Scheduled Tribe (ST): 56 posts (17 reserved for women)
• Women reserved posts in total: 22
• Please note: One other website shows a different split (it mentions 44 ST posts). The table above is taken from the main reference page. Please verify the exact category-wise numbers in the official notification PDF before you apply

Eligibility Criteria — Who Can Apply?

• Education: Passed Higher Secondary School Certificate (10+2) from a recognized board
• Extra qualification: A one-year diploma in Data Entry Operator or Programming from an institute recognized by the state government
• Residence: Must be a native resident of Bastar district (for the 7 development blocks covered by this recruitment). A domicile / residence certificate is required
• Employment Exchange: Must have an active employment exchange registration within Chhattisgarh
• If you work in government: Government, semi-government or corporation employees must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer
• Age: Minimum 18 years complete and maximum 40 years as on 1 January 2026
• Age relaxation applies to local residents, women and reserved category candidates as per state rules. For certain government service personnel the upper age can go up to 45 years, as stated in the guidelines

Disqualification Rules — Please Read Carefully

• A candidate who has more than two living children, where the third child was born on or after 26 January 2001, is not eligible for appointment
• A candidate who married before the legal minimum age, or has more than one living spouse, is not eligible
• Candidates who give false information or fake documents can be rejected at any stage
• Candidates who do not meet the education, residence or age conditions on the required date will be rejected

How to Apply Offline for Bastar Gram Panchayat Secretary Recruitment 2026

1. Download the application form and the official notification from the Bastar district website bastar.gov.in (Recruitment section)
2. Fill the form neatly and clearly with all personal and educational details
3. Attach self-attested copies of your educational certificates and mark sheets, ID proof and residence proof
4. If you claim experience as an Employment Assistant, attach experience certificates in the prescribed format, signed by the competent authority (such as CEO or programme officer), with the engagement and termination orders
5. Attach your active employment exchange registration certificate, category certificate and domicile certificate
6. Enclose two self-addressed envelopes with postal stamps of ₹40 each
7. Write the line given in the notification on the main envelope: “Application for Gram Panchayat Secretary 2026” (in Hindi as given in the notice)
8. Send the packet by Registered Post or Speed Post to: Chief Executive Officer, District Panchayat Bastar, Jagdalpur, so that it reaches by 16 November 2026, 5:30 PM
9. Keep a photocopy of the full application and the postal receipt / tracking number safe

Documents Checklist — Keep All Ready Before You Post

• Completed application form in the District Panchayat’s format
• Class 12 (Higher Secondary) mark sheet and certificate
• One-year Diploma certificate in Data Entry Operator or Programming
• Graduation and post-graduation mark sheets, if you claim extra marks
• Age proof (Class 10 certificate or equivalent)
• Domicile / native resident certificate of Bastar district
• Category certificate (ST / SC / OBC) in the proper format, if applicable
• Active employment exchange registration certificate
• Experience certificates as Employment Assistant, with engagement and termination orders, if applicable
• NOC from employer, if you work in government, semi-government or a corporation
• Identity proof (such as Aadhaar or Voter ID)
• Two self-addressed envelopes with ₹40 stamps on each

Important Instructions from the Notice

• Applications received after the last date and time, even because of postal delay, will not be accepted. The office takes no responsibility
• Experience certificates must be in the prescribed format. If not, the experience marks will not be given
• The selected secretaries will be on probation for 3 years, extendable up to 5 years
• Only one complete application is needed. Do not send incomplete forms or extra papers
• Do not send originals. Send self-attested copies, and carry originals at the verification stage
• Read the official notification fully before you post your application

Smart Tips to Avoid Rejection

• Send the application by Speed Post at least 7–10 days before the last date. Do not wait for the last week
• Check your diploma: it must be one year in Data Entry Operator or Programming from a recognized institute, as per the notice
• Check that your employment exchange registration is active and renew it if needed. Renewal can take time
• Get your domicile and category certificates ready early. Do not use very old or unclear certificates
• Write your name and address clearly on the self-addressed envelopes and put the correct stamps
• Use a folder or large envelope and keep papers in the order given in the checklist
• Take a photo of every page before you post, and keep the postal receipt until the result
• Do not mix documents of different candidates if you are helping a family member

How to Prepare for the Computer Skill Test (25 Marks)

• The notice says the computer skill test carries 25 marks. The exact content and format will be informed by the District Panchayat, so please watch the official notices
• Practise typing in Hindi and English, with speed and accuracy
• Learn MS Word basics: typing, formatting, saving and printing
• Learn MS Excel basics: entering data, simple formulas, sorting and saving
• Practise data entry from forms and registers without mistakes
• Know how to use the internet, email and online government portals, which are common in panchayat work
• Practise on a computer daily for 30 to 45 minutes, so you are not nervous on the test day

What Does a Gram Panchayat Secretary Do? (General Information)

• The Gram Panchayat Secretary is the main administrative officer of the village panchayat
• The role includes keeping panchayat records, writing minutes of Gram Sabha and panchayat meetings, and managing files and registers
• The secretary helps run rural development and welfare schemes, prepares reports and uses online portals for data entry
• He or she works with the Sarpanch, Panchs and block and district officials
• Good communication, computer skills and honesty are important, because the post deals directly with villagers
• Exact duties are decided by the Panchayat and Rural Development Department of Chhattisgarh

Similar Recruitment Nearby (For Your Information)

• District Panchayat Kondagaon has also announced Gram Panchayat Sachiv recruitment for 65 posts, as per a report. The notification date was 7 October 2026 and the last date was reported as 27 October 2026 (5:00 PM), with an age limit of 18 to 35 years and the same pay scale
• If you live near Kondagaon and are eligible, check the official Kondagaon notice immediately, because the last date is very close
• Chhattisgarh district panchayats often release such notices at different times. Keep checking district websites like bastar.gov.in
• Always read each district’s notice separately, because age limit, local residence rules and selection factors can be different

Common Problems and Easy Solutions

• Cannot find the form on the website: Look in the Recruitment or Notices section of bastar.gov.in, or contact the District Panchayat office
• Do not have a diploma in Data Entry or Programming: Check if your diploma matches the notice. If you do not have it, you are not eligible under this notification
• Employment exchange registration expired: Renew it quickly, because an active registration is required
• Experience certificate in the wrong format: Get a new certificate in the prescribed format from the authority
• Living outside Bastar: This recruitment is only for native residents of Bastar district, as per the notice
• Fear of postal delay: Send early, use Speed Post and track it online

Important Warnings

• Use only the official website bastar.gov.in and the official notification for your application
• Do not pay money to any agent who promises a job. The notice does not mention any application fee
• Do not send cash or demand drafts with your application unless the official notice asks for it
• Some details, such as the category-wise split, differ on different websites. Always confirm from the official PDF
• This article is based on the reference page and public reports reviewed on 23 October 2026

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