Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board PS PA Recruitment

1. Documents Verification — Before the written test, if applicable.
2. Written Test — To assess knowledge and skills.
3. Skill Test — To evaluate practical abilities.
4. Interaction — Interview with the selection board for qualifying candidates.
5. Final Selection — Based on the combined score of written test, skill test, and interaction.

About the PNGRB PS PA Recruitment 2026

The Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) has issued a public notice, PNGRB/Admn/12-HR (04)/2026, for the recruitment of Private Secretary (PS) and Personal Assistant (PA) positions. These roles are offered on a short-term contract basis, initially for one year, extendable by another two years at the discretion of the Competent Authority. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals seeking government employment in a regulatory body.

Post Details and Pay Scale

The recruitment drive aims to fill posts for Private Secretary and Personal Assistant. Both positions are equivalent to Group 'B' posts and fall under Pay Level-6 of the pay matrix.

In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates will be entitled to Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), medical claims, and other allowances as per the PNGRB (Salary, Allowances and Other Conditions of Service of Officers and Employees) Rules 2020.

Eligibility Criteria and Experience

Candidates must meet specific eligibility requirements to apply for these positions. The primary focus is on relevant experience and proficiency in office procedures.

• Experience: Applicants must possess at least 05 years of experience working as a Private Secretary or Personal Assistant with a senior-level officer, not below the rank of Director.
• Role and Duties: Candidates should be well-versed with the typical roles and duties of a PS/PA, along with standard office procedures.
• Computer Proficiency: Proficiency in MS Office is mandatory for both posts.

Age Limit

The maximum age limit for appointment on a short-term contract basis is 56 years. This age calculation will be based on the closing date for the receipt of applications by PNGRB.

Selection Process

The selection for the Private Secretary and Personal Assistant posts will involve multiple stages to assess the suitability of candidates.

1. Document Verification: Before the written test, if conducted, candidates' documents will be verified.
2. Written Test: A written examination may be conducted as part of the selection process.
3. Skill Test: A skill test will be administered to evaluate practical abilities relevant to the PS/PA roles.
4. Interaction: Candidates who qualify in the written and skill tests will be invited for an interaction (interview) with the selection board.

The final selection will be based on the ranking/merit derived from the combined score of the written test, skill test, and interaction. Candidates called for interaction must bring original documents related to qualification, experience, and salary slips for the past six months for verification. No TA/DA will be admissible for attending the written/skill test at New Delhi.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates must submit their applications offline in the prescribed proforma (Annexure-I) provided with the official notification. Follow these steps to apply:

1. Download the application proforma (Annexure-I) from the official PNGRB website or the provided notification.
2. Fill out the application form completely and accurately in BLOCK LETTERS.
3. Attach self-certified copies of all necessary documents, including educational qualifications, experience certificates, and any other relevant papers.
4. Ensure the application is sent "through proper channel" if currently employed.
5. Prepare a separate application for each post (Private Secretary or Personal Assistant) if applying for both.
6. Superscribe the envelope with "Application for the post of PS/PA against Public Notice dated 06th August 2026."
7. Send the completed application form along with all required documents to the following address:

   Director (Admin & HR)
   Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board
   4th Floor, Tower -E, World Trade Centre
   Nauroji Nagar - 110 029

8. Ensure the application reaches the PNGRB office latest by 27th August 2026.

Important Dates

Candidates should note the following key dates for this recruitment:

• Notification Release Date: 06th August 2026
• Application Last Date: 27th August 2026

The PNGRB reserves the right to annul the selection process at any time without assigning any reason.