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Vacancy Details
- Principal Private Secretary (PPS): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Holding an analogous post on regular basis or prescribed years of regular service in specified Pay Matrix levels; educational qualification not specified. - Private Secretary: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Holding an analogous post on regular basis or a post in Level-6 with five years’ regular service; educational qualification not specified. - Junior Accounts Officer (JAO): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Holding an analogous post or six years’ service in Level-5; must possess a Bachelor’s Degree and training/experience in cash/accounts work. - Tribunal Master (Stenographer Grade-1): 2 vacancies
Qualification: Holding an analogous post or a post in Level-4 with 10 years’ regular service; educational qualification not specified. - Junior Accountant: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Holding an analogous post or five years’ regular service in Level-4; must possess a Bachelor’s Degree. - Upper Division Clerk: 3 vacancies
Qualification: Holding an analogous post or holding a post in Pay Matrix Level-2 with eight years’ regular service; educational qualification not specified. - Lower Division Clerk: 3 vacancies
Qualification: Holding analogous posts; essential: 12th Class pass, typing speed 35 wpm (English) or 30 wpm (Hindi) on computer, and at least six months computer training. - Staff Car Driver: 2 vacancies
Qualification: Holding analogous staff car driver posts or equivalent with required experience; essential: 10th pass, at least three years’ driving experience, valid driving licence and knowledge of motor mechanism. - Data Entry Operator (DEO): 3 vacancies
Qualification: Holding an analogous post or post in Pay Band 1 with two years’ regular service; essential: 12th pass, Diploma/Certificate in IT or Computer field, and data entry speed of not less than 8000 key depressions per hour. - Stenographer Grade-II: 3 vacancies
Qualification: Holding an analogous post; essential: 12th pass, computer training of at least six months, and prescribed skill test norms (dictation and transcription times).
Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Maximum Age: 56 years
Selection Process
- Application screening: Selection Committee will assess the information in the CV and supporting documents to check essential qualifications and work experience.
- Post-specific tests: Certain posts require tests: driving test for Staff Car Driver; speed test of 8000 key depressions/hour for Data Entry Operator; stenography skill test (dictation and transcription) for Stenographer Grade-II; typing speed test for Lower Division Clerk.
- Certification and clearance checks: Employer/cadre authority must provide NOC, vigilance clearance, certificate that no disciplinary action is pending, and ACRs for last five years before final consideration.
How to Apply
1: Fill Annexure-1 (Bio-Data/Curriculum Vitae Proforma) printed with the circular, including post applied for, choice of station, personal details, service dates, qualifications and experience.
2: Paste latest photograph on the proforma and sign the declaration.
3: Attach self-certified photocopies of all educational and other testimonials and certificates and photocopies of ACRs for the last five years.
4: Parent department must complete Part 4 (Certification by Employer/Cadre Controlling Authority), countersign and affix seal, and forward the application with NOC, vigilance clearance and related certificates.
5: The department forwards the completed application to: Registrar-in-Charge, Armed Forces Tribunal, Regional Bench, O-6, Clyde Row, Hastings, Kolkata 700 022 so it reaches the office by 09-12-2026.
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Important Dates
- Date of circular:
- Last date for the application to reach AFT Kolkata:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the eligibility and qualification criteria for these posts?
Eligibility varies by post; many posts require holding an analogous post on regular basis or specified years of regular service in a particular Pay Matrix level. Educational requirements where specified include Bachelor’s degree (for JAO and Junior Accountant), 12th class pass plus relevant computer/typing qualifications (for LDC, DEO, Stenographer Grade-II), and 10th pass with driving experience and licence for Staff Car Driver.
How do I apply for AFT Kolkata recruitment?
Fill Annexure-1 (the prescribed proforma) with required details, attach self-certified copies of testimonials and ACRs, obtain employer certification and clearances, and have your parent department forward the application to the Registrar-in-Charge, AFT Kolkata.
What is the last date to send the application?
The application must reach the Registrar-in-Charge, AFT Kolkata by 09-12-2026. Applications received after this date will not be considered.
What is the selection process for these posts?
Selection involves the Selection Committee assessing CVs and supporting documents and post-specific tests where applicable, such as a driving test (Staff Car Driver), data entry speed test (DEO), stenography skill test (Stenographer Grade-II), and typing speed test (Lower Division Clerk).
What is the pay scale for the advertised posts?
Pay ranges from Pay Matrix Level 2 to Level 11 depending on the post, with level examples including Level 2 (Rs.19900-63200) up to Level 11 (Rs.67700-208700) as shown for specific posts.
