TPSC Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 100 Personal Assistant Grade-II (PA-II) Posts in Tripura Govt. Stenographers' Service
The Tripura Public Service Commission (TPSC), Agartala, has released the official notification Advt. No. 25/2025 inviting online applications from eligible candidates for the post of Personal Assistant, Grade-II (PA-II) under the Tripura Govt. Stenographers' Service (Group-C, Non-Gazetted) in the GA (P&T) Department.
This is a permanent government job opportunity in Tripura with attractive pay and allowances. Interested candidates must apply online through the TPSC portal within the given dates.
Vacancy Details
A total of 100 permanent posts are available, with category-wise distribution as follows:
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UR – 42 posts (including 14 for women & 1 for Ex-SM)
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SC – 12 posts (including 4 for women)
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ST – 46 posts (including 16 for women & 1 for Ex-SM)
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Total – 100 posts (including 4 posts reserved for Persons with Disabilities – Low Vision: 2, Hard of Hearing: 1, Locomotor Disability: 1)
Note: Vacancies may increase or decrease as per departmental requirements.
Pay Scale
Selected candidates will be placed in Level-9 of the Tripura State Pay Matrix:
₹ 5700 – 24,000 + Grade Pay ₹ 2800 (PB-2, Pre-revised)
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
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Must have passed Higher Secondary (HS+2) or equivalent with at least 35% marks,
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Passed Madhyamik with Stenography Course from ITI with 35% marks.
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Must possess a Computer Operating Certificate (minimum 3 months) from Govt./recognized institution.
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Must have proficiency in:
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English Typing speed: 40 wpm
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Shorthand speed: 100 wpm
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Must be of sound physical & mental health.
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Relaxation of 5% marks for SC/ST/PH/Ex-SM candidates.
Age Limit:
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Minimum: 18 years
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Maximum: 40 years (as on 23.09.2025)
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Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/PH & Govt. Servants.
Selection Process
The recruitment will be conducted in three stages:
1. Preliminary Examination (Screening Test) – 100 Marks
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Objective Type OMR-based Test
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Duration: 1½ hours
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Note: Marks will not be counted for final merit list; only qualifying in nature.
2. Type Writing & Shorthand Writing/Transcription Test – 300 Marks
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Type Writing (Computer) – 100 marks
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Shorthand Writing & Transcription (Computer) – 200 marks
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Qualifying Marks:
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General: 50%
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SC/ST: 40%
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3. Main Examination – 250 Marks
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
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| Paper-I | English | 100 | 3 Hours |
| Paper-II | Bengali / Alternative English | 50 | 1½ Hours |
| Paper-III | GK & Current Affairs | 100 | 3 Hours |
| Total: 250 Marks |
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Final merit list will be prepared based on Main Examination + Type & Shorthand Test marks.
Important Dates
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Online Application Start: 29th August 2025
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Last Date to Apply Online: 23rd September 2025 (till 5:30 PM)
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Correction Window: 7 days after closing date
Application Fees
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General: ₹200/-
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SC/ST/BPL: ₹150/-
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Fees once paid are non-refundable.
How to Apply
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Visit the official website: https://tpsc.tripura.gov.in
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Complete One Time Profile Registration (OTPR).
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Log in with User ID & apply for the post.
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Pay the application fee online.
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Submit the application before the closing date.
Key Instructions
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Only online applications will be accepted.
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No hard copy submission is required.
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Mobile phones & electronic gadgets are strictly banned inside exam premises.
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Candidates must carry valid documents during verification.
Quick Summary
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Recruiter: TPSC, Agartala
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Post: Personal Assistant Grade-II (PA-II)
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Total Vacancies: 100
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Pay Scale: ₹5700 – 24,000 + GP ₹2800 (Level-9)
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Qualification: HS+2 with 35% marks + Computer & Stenography skills
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Age Limit: 18–40 years (Relaxable)
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Apply Online: 29.08.2025 – 23.09.2025
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Official Website: tpsc.tripura.gov.in
