Government Jobs This Week (August 8–14, 2026): CAT 2026, ITBP Medical Officers, NTPC & More
This has been an unusually strong week for opportunities on the government and PSU side — from a national-level management entrance exam to a large-scale medical recruitment drive and a marquee renewable-energy PSU opening applications. Here's everything worth your attention this week, organized by category, with direct links to apply.
As always, verify every detail against the official notification before applying — TalentSealed summarizes for convenience, but the official source is final.
Quick Facts: This Week at a Glance
| Opportunity | Organization | Vacancies | Last Date | Official Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAT 2026 Registration | Indian Institutes of Management | Entrance exam | 15 September 2026 | iimcat.ac.in |
| Medical Officer Recruitment | ITBP (for BSF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB, Assam Rifles) | 282 | 08 September 2026 | recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in |
| Agniveervayu Open Rally 2027 | Indian Air Force | Rally-based | 07 September 2026 (rally window) | agnipathvayu.cdac.in |
| Manager (RE/Finance/Land) | NTPC Green Energy Ltd | 34 | 31 August 2026 | ngel.in |
| Ex-Cadre Assistant | High Court of Judicature at Patna | 68 | 27 August 2026 | patnahighcourt.gov.in |
| Assistant Manager & Manager | RITES Limited | 28 | 17–18 August 2026 | rites.com |
| CGM/DGM/Engineer (Multi-discipline) | SJVN Limited | 21 | 26 August 2026 | sjvn.nic.in |
| Assistant Professor & Director | Shri Ram College of Commerce, DU | 17 | 22 August 2026 | srcc.edu |
1. CAT 2026 Registration Is Open — The Week's Biggest Story
If an MBA from an IIM is on your radar, this is the news that matters most this week. Registration for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2026 is open, and the window closes on 15 September 2026. The exam itself is scheduled for 29 November 2026, with results expected in the first week of January 2027.
Official website / apply here: iimcat.ac.in
Who can apply: Any graduate is eligible — there's no minimum percentage requirement to register, though individual IIMs may set their own shortlisting criteria later in the process.
Fee: ₹1,350 for SC/ST/PwD candidates, ₹2,700 for all other categories.
Where it's valid: CAT 2026 scores are accepted by all IIMs and a wide network of other top B-schools that use CAT as an entry point, with test centres spread across roughly 170 cities.
CAT is a single-attempt-per-year exam, so this registration window is the only entry point for this admission cycle. We've published a full breakdown of dates, eligibility, and preparation strategy — read the complete CAT 2026 guide here [internal link].
2. Defence & Paramilitary Jobs
ITBP Recruitment 2026: 282 Medical Officer Posts
This is the largest single vacancy pool in this week's notifications. The Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force, on behalf of the Central Armed Police Forces Medical Officer Selection Board, has opened recruitment for 282 Medical Officer posts spread across five forces — BSF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB, and Assam Rifles.
The break-up:
- Super Specialist Medical Officers (Second-in-Command): 5 posts
- Specialist Medical Officers (Deputy Commandant): 162 posts
- Medical Officers (Assistant Commandant): 115 posts
Eligibility requires an MBBS degree at minimum, with MD/MS or equivalent specialization required for the Specialist and Super Specialist tiers. Applications are accepted online only, and the window closes on 08 September 2026.
Official website / apply here: recruitment.itbpolice.nic.in
Given the scale of this recruitment, we've put together a detailed eligibility and application walkthrough — read the full ITBP Medical Officer Recruitment guide here [internal link].
IAF Agniveervayu Open Rally 2027
The Indian Air Force has announced an Open Recruitment Rally under the Agniveervayu Intake 01/2027 scheme, to be held between 31 August and 7 September 2026 at Chumoukedima (Nagaland) and Sri Vijaya Puram (Andaman & Nicobar Islands).
Important: this particular rally is open only to candidates holding permanent domicile of Nagaland or the Union Territory of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, along with children of serving/retired defence personnel connected to those regions. If you don't fall into either category, this specific rally doesn't apply to you — but it's a useful preview of what the broader Agniveervayu selection process and eligibility criteria look like nationally.
Eligible candidates should be unmarried, meet the medical and physical standards specified in the notification, and hold the required 10+2 or diploma qualification depending on the category applied for.
Official website / apply here: agnipathvayu.cdac.in
Full eligibility, physical fitness standards, and rally schedule: read the complete Agniveervayu Rally guide here [internal link].
3. PSU Opportunities
NTPC Green Energy Limited: 34 Manager Posts
NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL), the renewable energy arm of NTPC, is hiring experienced professionals for 34 Manager-grade (E4) posts across three verticals:
- Manager – Renewable Energy: 28 posts
- Manager – Finance: 5 posts
- Manager – Land: 1 post
These are regular positions requiring relevant engineering or finance qualifications along with significant prior experience (up to 10 years, depending on the role), with the pay scale set at ₹70,000–₹2,00,000. Online applications opened on 11 August 2026 and close on 31 August 2026.
Official website / apply here: ngel.in (Careers section)
This is a strong opportunity if you're an experienced engineering or finance professional looking to move into India's renewable energy PSU space. Full details: read the complete NTPC Green Energy Recruitment guide here [internal link].
RITES Limited: 28 Posts (Closing in Days)
RITES Limited is hiring 24 Assistant Managers (Mechanical) on a regular basis, plus a handful of contract-based Manager and Assistant Manager posts in Ecology & Environment. This one moves fast — online submission closes 17–18 August 2026 depending on the post, so don't sit on it.
Official website / apply here: rites.com (Career section)
SJVN Limited: 21 Posts Across Engineering Disciplines
SJVN Limited, a Navratna PSU jointly owned by the Government of India and Himachal Pradesh, is recruiting 21 professionals across Mechanical, Electrical, C&I, and Chemical engineering streams, including a Chief General Manager-level position. Online registration closes 26 August 2026.
Official website / apply here: sjvn.nic.in (Careers section)
4. State & Judiciary Jobs
Patna High Court: 68 Assistant Posts
The High Court of Judicature at Patna has invited applications for 68 Ex-Cadre Assistant (Group-C) posts. Eligibility requires a graduate degree from a recognized university along with a minimum six-month computer application course. The pay scale falls under Level-4 (₹25,500–₹81,100). Online applications close on 27 August 2026.
Official website / apply here: patnahighcourt.gov.in
This is one of the more accessible openings this week for general graduates without a specialized technical background. Full eligibility and application steps: read the complete Patna High Court Recruitment guide here [internal link].
5. Also Worth Knowing
- Shri Ram College of Commerce, Delhi University is hiring 16 Assistant Professors and 1 Director (Physical Education) — deadline extended to 22 August 2026. Official website: srcc.edu
- UP Medical Supplies Corporation Limited has openings for 45 Bio Medical Engineers (Quality Control) and 56 Pharmacists — deadline 31 August 2026. Note that the Pharmacist posts are on a deputation basis, open only to existing government employees. Official website: upmsc.in
- Rail Wheel Factory, Yelahanka (Bengaluru) is recruiting 15 sportspersons under the Sports Quota across badminton, table tennis, cricket, hockey, kabaddi, and football — deadline 24–31 August 2026. A rare opportunity for competitive-level athletes to enter Railways employment directly. Official website: rwf.indianrailways.gov.in
- Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute, Kolkata has 8 Specialist Grade and Scientist posts open on direct recruitment — deadline 31 August 2026. Official website: cnci.ac.in
- University of Delhi, School of Open Learning — UG/PG admissions open for 2026-27. Official website: sol.du.ac.in
- University of Mumbai, Centre for Distance & Online Education — UG/PG admissions open for 2026-27 (till 31 August 2026). Official website: mucdoeadm.samarth.edu.in
- NALCO — Medical Officer & Specialist posts (6 vacancies), deadline 17 August 2026. Official website: nalcoindia.com
Results Update
The UPSC Engineering Services (Main) Examination 2026 result has been declared and is available on the UPSC website: upsc.gov.in. If you appeared for this exam, check your result and prepare for the next stage of the selection process.
How to Apply — General Guidance
- Read the official notification in full before starting your application — eligibility, age limits, and document requirements vary by post.
- Keep documents ready: recent passport-size photograph, signature scan, educational certificates, category/PwD certificates if applicable, and Aadhaar.
- Apply only through the official website listed in each notification — never through third-party portals.
- Note the exact deadline, including the time (many close at a specific hour, not just the date).
- Save your application confirmation and any generated application number for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the last date to register for CAT 2026? A: CAT 2026 registration closes on 15 September 2026. The exam is scheduled for 29 November 2026.
Q: How many vacancies are open in the ITBP Medical Officer recruitment 2026? A: A total of 282 vacancies are open across five forces — BSF, CRPF, ITBP, SSB, and Assam Rifles — with the application window closing on 8 September 2026.
Q: Can candidates from any state apply for the IAF Agniveervayu Open Rally at Nagaland and Andaman & Nicobar Islands? A: No. This specific rally is restricted to candidates with permanent domicile of Nagaland or Andaman & Nicobar Islands, or eligible dependents of defence personnel connected to those regions.
Q: What is the last date to apply for NTPC Green Energy Limited Manager posts? A: Online applications close on 31 August 2026.
Q: How many posts are open in the Patna High Court Assistant recruitment 2026? A: 68 Ex-Cadre Assistant (Group-C) posts are open, with online applications closing on 27 August 2026.
Q: Which government job openings are closing soonest this week? A: RITES Limited (17–18 August) and NALCO (17 August) have the nearest deadlines among this week's notifications — apply as soon as possible if you're eligible.
Suggested internal links: CAT 2026 Registration guide, ITBP Medical Officer Recruitment guide, Agniveervayu Rally guide, NTPC Green Energy Recruitment guide, Patna High Court Recruitment guide, "How to Apply for Government Jobs" evergreen guide, "Age Relaxation Rules for Government Jobs" evergreen guide.
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