SOFED Extends Application Deadline for Multiple Government Posts in Tripura
Agartala, May 6, 2025 – The Society for Entrepreneurship Development (SOFED), an ISO-certified organization under the Government of Tripura, has officially extended the deadline for submitting online applications for its ongoing recruitment drives. The decision comes following a low response to earlier recruitment notifications (No. 04/2024-25 & 05/2024-25), prompting the society to extend the last date of application submission from May 7, 2025, to May 16, 2025.
Candidates who have already applied need not apply again.
The recruitment drive covers a broad range of technical, administrative, and support staff positions under various departments, including Tripura Tourism Development Corporation, MBB University, Tripura Forest Department, and others. The available posts include Drivers (LMV & HMV), Office Assistants, Engineers, Tourism Executives, Library Staff, Personal Assistants, IT and Administrative Support Staff, Technical Officers, Finance Officers, and Data Entry Operators, among others.
Key Highlights of the Vacancies
- Driver Posts (LMV & HMV): Openings under the Tourism Department and General Administration, with salary ranging from ₹12,500 to ₹17,000.
- Tourism Executive (Amarpur): Requires local residency and fluency in English, Hindi, and Bengali. Pay: ₹15,000/month.
- Assistant Engineer: Open to both diploma/degree holders and retired government JEs/AEs. Pay: ₹40,000/month.
- Library Support Roles: Available under MBB University, seeking postgraduates in Library Science. Pay: ₹35,000/month.
- Finance and Technical Roles: Openings for CA/M.Com/MBA holders and IT graduates with experience. Pay up to ₹80,000/month.
- City Mission Manager (MIS & ME): At Tripura Urban Livelihoods Mission. Requires PG in CS or MCA with 3 years experience.
- Chief Accounts Officer (CAO): At Tripura Forest Development Corporation with salary up to ₹80,000/month.
Each post specifies required qualifications, work experience, age limits, and monthly contractual remuneration. Many positions offer opportunities for retired government professionals, particularly in administrative and technical roles.
About SOFED
The Society for Entrepreneurship Development (SOFED) plays a critical role in human resource support for government and semi-government institutions in Tripura. It recruits professionals and support staff on a contractual basis to ensure smooth implementation of various public projects and administrative services.
List of Available Posts & Key Information
Below is a categorized summary of vacancies under both notifications:
Notification No. 04/2024-25 (Tourism Department, TTDC)
| Post | Qualification | Experience | Salary (Per Month) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driver (HMV) | Valid HMV license | 2 years | ₹17,000 |
| Driver (LMV) | Valid LMV license | 2 years | ₹15,000 |
| Tourism Executive (Amarpur) | Graduate, multilingual | Local resident preferred | ₹15,000 |
Notification No. 05/2024-25
A. Office & Administrative Staff
| Post | Qualification | Experience | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office Assistant (Tourism) | Graduate + Typing | – | ₹12,500 |
| Office Assistant (MBB University) | Graduate + Typing | – | ₹20,000 |
| Personal Assistant (PA) | Graduation + Stenography | Typing/Computer skills | ₹25,000 |
| Accountant (Forest Dept.) | B.Com (Hons.) + Tally | Min. 2 years | ₹18,000 |
| Chief Accounts Officer (CAO) | CA/ICWA | 10 years experience | ₹80,000 |
B. Technical & Engineering Posts
| Post | Qualification | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Engineer (Forest) | Retired JE/AE or Degree/Diploma | ₹40,000 |
| Technical Assistant (Civil, MBB University) | Diploma in Civil | ₹25,000 |
| Technical Officer (MBB University) | Degree in Civil Engg. | ₹35,000 |
| Library Assistant/Technical Assistant | PG in Library Science | ₹35,000 |
C. IT & Management Posts
| Post | Qualification | Experience | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Data Entry Operator (DEO) | 12th Pass, Typing skills | – | ₹12,500 |
| IT Assistant (MBB University) | Diploma/BE/BCA | Typing + Word/Excel | ₹25,000 |
| MIS Expert (Forest) | PG in CS/IT/Statistics | 3 years | ₹35,000 |
| City Mission Manager (MIS/ME) | PG in CS/IT + Experience | 3 years | ₹45,000 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Age Limit: Varies per post (mostly up to 45–65 years). Retired government officers eligible for some posts.
- Experience: Posts requiring prior experience are clearly indicated in the notification.
- Location Preference: Some roles (e.g., Tourism Executive – Amarpur) prefer local candidates with language fluency in Bengali, Hindi, and English.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should:
- Visit the official SOFED website: https://sofed.tripura.gov.in
- Navigate to the “Recruitment” section.
- Click on the Online Application link for relevant Notification Nos. 04/2024-25 and 05/2024-25.
- Fill in the required details, upload documents, and submit before May 16, 2025 (11:59 PM).
Note: Candidates who have already submitted applications under the original deadline need not re-apply.
Contact for Queries
Office Address: ITI Road, Indranagar, Agartala – 799006, Tripura
Email: sofed_agartala@rediffmail.com
Phone: (0381) 235 0799
