Government job updatesof July 2025, India’s government job landscape is bustling with fresh notifications, policy reforms, big recruiting drives, and pay-related adjustments. This resource includes all key government job updates you need to know—from national and state postings to policy developments and employment plans.
Latest Recruitment Notifications & Exam Schedules
- APPSC 2025 Forest Posts Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission has announced Notification No. 06/2025 (July 14, 2025) for over 650 vacancies as Forest Beat Officers (FBO) and Assistant Beat Officers (ABO). The online application window is open soon, with details on eligibility, reservation, and selection procedure accessible in the official announcement.
(FreeJobAlert, The Times of India) - DSSSB Exam Calendar Released
The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) has published its Computer-Based Test (CBT) schedule for August–September 2025, helping applicants plan exams and admit card downloads.
(The Times of India) - Rajasthan Patwari Exam Scheduled Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSMSSB) will hold the Rajasthan Patwari exam on August 17, 2025 in two shifts. Admit card details and entire schedule are accessible on RSMSSB’s website.
(The Times of India) - Freshers & Graduates: New Notifications Ongoing Major sites like FreeJobAlert and AllGovernmentJobs report over 91,000 open vacancies and 331 recruiting notifications (as of July 28, 2025) —covering roles in banking, railways, defence, SSC, PSU, and more.
(All Government Jobs)
Central Employment Schemes & Recruitment Reforms
- Common Eligibility Test (CET) Launch The National Recruitment Agency (NRA) is conducting the Common Eligibility Test for the first time in 2025. CET replaces numerous tests (SSC, IBPS, Railways) for Group B and C posts, streamlining the process for aspirants. It will be held twice yearly and contains distinct CETs for graduates, 12th pass, and matriculate levels.
(Wikipedia) - SSC Sliding Scheme Proposal
The Staff Selection Commission has proposed a “sliding scheme” for SSC CGL 2025. If selected individuals do not join postings, shortlisted candidates from a waiting (“sliding”) list will be appointed—ensuring all advertised positions are filled. The CGL 2025 test contains new posts including Office Superintendent (CBDT) and Section Head (DGFT), totalling ~14,582 vacancies.
(The Times of India) - Massive Employment-Linked Incentive Scheme The Union Cabinet has authorized a ₹1 trillion Employment-Linked Incentive (ELI) scheme to create 35 million jobs period August 2025–July 2027. First-time workers receive up to ₹15,000 once; businesses receive ₹3,000/month subsidies per new hire (six-month retention necessary). The manufacturing sector gets further help.
(Reuters)
Pay Commission and Allowance Updates
- 8th Central Pay Commission Underway
The government has started discussions to form the 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC). Expected to take effect from January 1, 2026, it would adjust central personnel and pensioners’ pay scales and allowances.
(The Economic Times) - Dearness Allowance Hike Incoming A 3–4% increase in DA/DR under the 7th CPC is likely in July 2025. This is expected to be the last such hike before the new pay commission comes into effect.
(The Economic Times)
State-Level Initiatives & Job Creation Targets
- Bihar’s One Crore Job Pledge
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar presented an ambitious goal to develop 10 million (1 crore) jobs between 2025–30 under the Saat Nishchay‑2 program. A new skill development university is proposed to promote vocational training. So date, almost 1 million direct government jobs and nearly 3.9 million employment possibilities have been delivered.
(Career Power, The Times of India) - Haryana Police Recruitment via CET Haryana CM said that police recruitment will begin after the state-level CET is held on July 26–27, 2025. Preparations are ongoing, and applications will open shortly.
(The Times of India)
Security Forces’ Vacancy Alert
- CAPF & Assam Rifles Shortfall
The Ministry of Home Affairs has reported there are roughly 1.1 lakh vacancies among CAPFs and the Assam Rifles (~10.3% of sanctioned strength) as of January 1, 2025—highlighting enormous recruitment needs.
([Wikipedia][14], [The Times of India][15])
What This Means for Job Aspirants
1. Stay Updated
Bookmark official portals like SSC, UPSC, DPR website, and state PSCs. Use trusted job alert portals like FreeJobAlert, Adda247, and SarkariPrep.
2. Prepare for CET
If you’re eligible for Group B or C employment, register for the Common Eligibility Test, offered twice yearly.
3. Target Major Drives Watch for upcoming recruitment windows for BSF, IB, Bank PO/MT, AIIMS, RRB, CAPF, and more—many concluding in July‑September 2025.
Plan for Long-Term Benefits
5. Leverage Skill Schemes & Local Opportunities
In states like Bihar and Haryana, local job plans and skill development access are expanding—ideal for region-based hopefuls.
