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2. Tripura PSC Personal Assistant Recruitment Overview
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Tripura Public Service Commission (TPSC) |
| Post | Personal Assistant Grade-II (PA-II) |
| Advertisement Number | Advt. No. 25/2025 |
| Vacancies | 100 (inclusive of reservation) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Official Site | tpsc.tripura.gov.in |
This recruitment presents a rare chance to secure a stable government job in the category of stenographers’ service within Tripura. It includes selection rounds for both preliminary screening and substantive exams.
3. Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | August 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 29 August 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 23 September 2025 (5:30 PM) |
| Preliminary Exam Date | To Be Announced |
Candidates must ensure their applications are submitted before the deadline.
4. Vacancy Details
A total of 100 posts have been announced for the position of PA-II, with the following distribution:
UR: 42 (including 14 women, 1 Ex-Serviceman)
SC: 12 (4 women)
ST: 46 (16 women, 1 Ex-Serviceman)
PwD: 4 posts across categories
This ensures equitable representation across groups.
5. Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must satisfy any of the following:
Option A: Higher Secondary (HS +2) with a minimum of 35% marks, OR
Option B: Madhyamik (10th) + Stenography Course from ITI with 35% marks
Additionally:
Computer Knowledge: Certificate (minimum 3 months) from govt./recognized institution
Typing Speed: 40 wpm in English
Shorthand Speed: 100 wpm in English
Relaxation of 5% applies to SC/ST/PH/Ex-SM candidates.
Age Limit (as on 23 Sept 2025)
Minimum: 18 years
Maximum: 40 years
Relaxations as per government norms apply to reserved categories.
6. Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection involves three stages:
Preliminary Examination
100 marks, OMR-based multiple-choice test
Duration: 1.5 hours
Typewriting & Shorthand Writing + Transcription Test
Total: 300 marks (100 + 200)
Minimum Qualifying: 50% (40% for SC/ST)
Main Examination (Conventional Format) – Total: 250 marks
Paper I: English – 100 marks (3 hours)
Paper II: Bengali or Alternative English – 50 marks (1.5 hours)
Paper III: General Knowledge & Current Affairs – 100 marks (3 hours)
Final merit list is based on combined scores of the Type & Shorthand Test and the Main Exam.
7. Pay Scale & Salary Structure
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | ₹5,700–24,000 + Grade Pay ₹2,800 (PB-2, Level-9) |
| Estimated Monthly Salary | Around ₹27,000 (inclusive of allowances) |
This is a solid pay bracket for early-career government employees, with stable growth over time.
8. Step-by-Step How to Apply
Visit the TPSC official portal: tpsc.tripura.gov.in
Register using OTPR (One Time Profile Registration) to receive your User ID.
Login and fill out the application form carefully.
Upload required documents (educational certificates, computer certificate, etc.).
Pay the application fee:
UR: ₹200
SC/ST/BPL/PwD: ₹150
Submit the application and download a saved copy of the acknowledgement.
9. Tips to Prepare
Master Stenography & Typing: Practice daily to meet speed standards.
Review Preliminary Exam Pattern: Take quizzes or mock tests.
Revise General Knowledge: Current events, Tripura-specific issues, national issues.
Improve Language Proficiency: Especially English and alternate language.
Plan Accordingly: Allocate specific time blocks to each stage of the selection process.
FAQs
Absolutely. A 3-month computer course certificate is mandatory.
₹200 for UR; ₹150 for SC/ST/BPL/PwD.
