The right decision regarding a job can be fruitful for your entire life. Who doesn’t look forward to a smooth, hassle-free life? Government job assures a smooth life and job security.This blog post elucidates 15 government job exams that you can aspire for, after completing your class 12th. The minimum educational qualification is Class 12 pass but a graduate or a post-graduate can also apply for the same. 15 coveted government job can give boost your career and you can rise up to Secretary level during your service.
Let’s go through and figure out which is the best suitable recruitment exam as per your interest.
- Government job after Class 12: Option 1 – SSC Stenographer Grade C
- Government job after Class 12: Option 2 – SSC Stenographer Grade D
A common recruitment exam SSC Stenographer Exam is conducted for these posts.
Exam Overview: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts recruitment exam for the post of Stenographers Grade ‘C’ and Grade ‘D’. The eligibility criteria is:
- The applicant must have passed class XII or equivalent from a recognized a state or central recognized institute.
- The candidate must be 18-27 years.
The selection is based on the performance in the objective exam followed by a skill test. The three sections of the paper are:
- Reasoning (Both verbal and non verbal)
- English Language
- General Intelligence & General Awareness
- Comprehension
Job Profile: Though there is a common written examination for both Grade-C & D but there is a huge difference in pay scale. The pay scale for Stenographer Grade-C is in the range of Rs. 9300-34800/- with grade pay Rs. 4200/- while that of Grade D is in range of Rs.5200-20200/- with grade pay Rs. 2400/-. (Data as per sixth pay commission)
The job profile of a Stenographer includes:
- Speech writing
- Press conference briefings
- Assisting the minister or officer
- Helping in Public Relations (PR)
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- Government job after Class 12: Option 3 – LDC (Lower Division Clerks)
- Government job after Class 12: Option 4 – UDC (Upper Division Clerks)
- Government job after Class 12: Option 5 – DEO (Data Entry Operators)
- Government job after Class 12: Option 6 – Postal/Sorting Assistant
SSC CHSL (10+2) Exam is conducted for the above mentioned posts.
Exam Overview: One of the major recruitment exams conducted by the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is the Combined Higher Secondary Level exam. It is an entry level exam for the post of LDC, UDC, DEO and Postal/Sorting Assistant. The eligibility criteria is:
- Candidate should have passed class XII or intermediate exam from a state or central recognized institute.
- Candidate’s age must be between 18 to 27 years.
The examination is conducted in two stages:
| Subject | Marks | Questions |
| General Intelligence | 50 | 50 |
| English Language | 50 | 50 |
| Quantitative Aptitude (Basic Arithmetic) | 50 | 50 |
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 50 | 50 |
Those who qualify in the written examination are called for a Skill Test. This round is qualifying in nature and it would test a candidate’s skills in typing.
Job Overview: The job profile includes:
- Maintaining official records
- Upgradation and creation of documents
- Fetching information from data pool and library of information
Salary Structure
| Post | Salary Structure |
| Postal Assistant/Sorting Assistant | Grade Pay Rs. 2400 (Rs. 5200-20200) |
| Data Entry Operator | Grade Pay Rs. 2400 (Rs. 5200-20200) |
| Data Entry Operator | Grade Pay Rs. 1900 (Rs. 5200-20200) |
| Lower Division Clerk | Grade Pay Rs. 2400 (Rs. 5200-20200) |
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- Government job after Class 12: Option 7 -Assistant loco pilot
- Government job after Class 12: Option 8 -Railway clerks and constables
- Government job after Class 12: Option 9 -Station master
- Government job after Class 12: Option 10 -Ticket collector
- Government job after Class 12: Option 11 -Helpers
A common exam Railways Recruitment Exam is conducted by the Railway Recruitment Board.
Exam Overview: The eligibility criteria is:
- Candidate should have passed class XII or intermediate exam from a state or central recognized institute.
- Candidate’s age must be between 18 to 32 years.
The selection process by the RRB entails a Computer Based Test (CBT) of 90 minutes with 100 questions pertaining to General Awareness (which may include General Studies or General Science), Arithmetic and General Intelligence & Reasoning.
Those who clear the written test are further called for personal interview & document verification.
Job Overview: There are 21 Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) across India responsible for recruiting new employees in the Indian Railways. Various posts that you can apply for after class 12 are:
- Assistant loco pilot
- Railway clerks and constables
- Station master
- Ticket collector and helpers
To start your preparation, you can enroll for CL’s Railway Recruitment Test Series. Know where you stand in the competition and boosts your preparation.
- Government job after Class 12: Option 12 -Indian Army
- Government job after Class 12: Option 13 -Indian Navy
- Government job after Class 12: Option 14 -Indian Coast Guard
- Government job after Class 12: Option 15 -Protective Services
UPSC holds recruitment examination for the Army, Navy and Air force Wings of the NDA. UPSC also holds Special Class Railway Apprentices (SCRA) examination for the recruitment of Railway Apprentices. Let’s go through the details of various positions.
Indian Army: Positions for 10+2 passed students are:
- Technical Entry Scheme (TES) and Soldiers- Male candidates
- Mahila Constables (General Duty)
- Junior Commissioned Officers (Catering)
Indian Navy: You can apply for the following positions if you have passed 10+2 examination.
- Sailor – Senior Secondary Recruits (SSR) and Artificer Apprentice
- Direct entry for 3-year diploma
- Cadet entry in technical domain
Indian Coast Guard: Various posts for 10+2 passed students are:
- Naviks and Yantrik
- Assistant Commandant
- Airmen in IAF in Technical and Group ‘Y ’Traders
Protective Services: Protective services offer different positions in their various departments after 10+2.
- Border Security Force (BSF)
- Central Reserve Police Force
- Indo-Tibetan Border Police Force
- Sashastra Seema Bal
- Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
After going through this list, you must have got a clear picture of government jobs after class12. Kick start your SSC CHSL or Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) preparation as these are major recruiters and offer good career prospects.
