SPMCIL Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 534 Various Posts – Junior Technician, Supervisor & Office Assistant Vacancies

The Security Printing and Minting Corporation of India Limited (SPMCIL), a Miniratna Category-I Schedule ‘A’ Central Public Sector Enterprise wholly owned by the Government of India, has officially released its consolidated recruitment notification for 2026. As of April 23, 2026, the corporation has announced 534 vacancies across its various mints, presses, and paper mills located in Noida, Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Nashik, Dewas, and Hoshangabad.

​This recruitment drive is a significant opportunity for candidates with ITI, Diploma, and Graduate degrees to secure a career in the high-security sector of currency, coin, and security document production. The online application window is currently active, with different closing dates depending on the specific unit.

​SPMCIL Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

​While SPMCIL is a single entity, recruitment is often handled by individual units. Below is the general timeline for the 2026 centralized cycle.

Event	Tentative Date
Notification Release Date	April 15, 2026
Online Application Start Date	April 20, 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	May 20, 2026 (11:59 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment	May 20, 2026
Admit Card Release	June 2026
Computer Based Test (CBT)	July 2026

Vacancy Details & Post-wise Breakdown (534 Posts)The vacancies are categorized into Technical, Supervisory, and Administrative roles.

Post Category	Discipline / Trade	Total Vacancies
Junior Technician	Printing, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics	312
Supervisor	Technical Operations, IT, HR	84
Office Assistant	General Administration, Accounts	95
Junior Draftsman	Mechanical/Civil	12
Engraver / Sculptor	Metal Works	31
Total		534

Unit-wise Distribution Highlights:

• ​India Government Mint (IGM) Mumbai/Kolkata: Focus on Engravers and Technicians.
• ​Bank Note Press (BNP) Dewas: Focus on Junior Technicians (Ink Factory/Printing).
• ​Currency Note Press (CNP) Nashik: Focus on Supervisors and Technical staff.

​Eligibility Criteria: Qualification & Age Limit

​Eligibility varies significantly based on the level of the post (W-1, S-1, or B-3 levels).

​1. Educational Qualification

• ​Junior Technician (W-1 Level): Full-time ITI Certificate in the relevant trade (recognized by NCVT/SCVT).
  • ​Trades: Printing, Fitter, Electrician, Electronics, Machinist.
• ​Supervisor (S-1 Level): First-class full-time Diploma in the relevant branch of Engineering. For HR/Admin, a Master’s degree may be required.
• ​Office Assistant (B-3 Level): Graduation with at least 55% marks and computer knowledge with typing proficiency (40 wpm in English / 30 wpm in Hindi).
• ​Junior Draftsman: Full-time ITI/Diploma in Draftsmanship.

​2. Age Limit (As of 01-01-2026)

• ​Junior Technician: 18 to 25 Years.
• ​Office Assistant: 18 to 28 Years.
• ​Supervisor: 18 to 30 Years.
• ​Age Relaxation: SC/ST (5 Years), OBC-NCL (3 Years), PwBD (10 Years).

​Selection Process: The Multi-Stage Evaluation

​SPMCIL follows a strictly merit-based selection process involving an online exam and, in some cases, a skill test.

1. ​Online Written Exam (CBT): The primary filter for all posts.
2. ​Stenography / Typing Test: Only for Office Assistant and Secretarial Assistant posts (Qualifying in nature).
3. ​Document Verification: Verification of educational and caste certificates.
4. ​Medical Examination: Conducted by authorized medical officers.

​SPMCIL Exam Pattern 2026

​The exam consists of objective-type questions. For technical posts, the weightage is split between technical and general aptitude.

Section	Subject	Questions	Marks
Part A	Technical / Professional Knowledge	50	75
Part B	General Awareness	15	15
Part C	English Language	15	15
Part D	Logical Reasoning	10	10
Part E	Quantitative Aptitude	10	10
Total		100

• ​Negative Marking: Generally, there is no negative marking in SPMCIL exams, but candidates must check the specific unit’s 2026 instructions.
• ​Duration: 120 Minutes.

​Salary & Pay Scale 2026

​SPMCIL offers the IDA (Industrial Dearness Allowance) pay pattern, which includes basic pay plus variable DA and perks.

• ​Junior Technician (W-1): ₹18,780 – ₹67,390 (Basic) | Gross: ₹35,000+
• ​Office Assistant (B-3): ₹21,540 – ₹77,160 (Basic) | Gross: ₹42,000+
• ​Supervisor (S-1): ₹27,600 – ₹95,910 (Basic) | Gross: ₹55,000+
• ​Benefits: HRA, Medical facilities, Gratuity, Performance Related Pay (PRP), and LTC.

​How to Apply Online for SPMCIL 2026

1. ​Visit Site: Go to www.spmcil.com and click on the “Careers” tab.
2. ​Select Unit: Choose the specific unit (e.g., IGM Hyderabad or BNP Dewas) you wish to apply for.
3. ​New Registration: Fill in your basic details to generate a Provisional Registration Number.
4. ​Application Form: Fill in educational and experience details.
5. ​Upload Documents: Photograph (4.5cm × 3.5cm), Signature (Black ink), and Left Thumb Impression.
6. ​Payment of Fees:
   • ​General / EWS / OBC: ₹600/-
   • ​SC / ST / PwBD: ₹200/- (Intimation Charges only)
7. ​Final Submit: Save the registration slip and payment receipt for the CBT.

​Important Links for SPMCIL 2026

Resource	Direct Link
Apply Online Portal (Career Page)	Click Here
Download Notification	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

​Q1: Can I apply for more than one post in the same unit?

A: Yes, provided you meet the eligibility and pay the application fee for each post separately. However, exams for different posts may be held on the same day.

​Q2: Is the ITI certificate from SCVT valid?

A: Yes, SPMCIL usually accepts ITI certificates from both NCVT and SCVT, provided the trade is relevant to the post.

​Q3: What are the passing marks for the CBT?

A: Minimum qualifying marks are generally 55% for General/EWS, 50% for OBC, and 45% for SC/ST.

​Q4: Is there an interview for Junior Technician posts?

A: No. In line with Government of India directives, interviews are abolished for all Group B (Non-Gazetted) and Group C posts. Selection is based purely on the online exam.

​Q5: Can I apply for the Engraver post with a Degree in Fine Arts?

A: Yes, Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) with at least 55% marks is the standard qualification for the Engraver (Sculpture/Metal Works) position.