WEEK 2 | 13–19 July 2026
The week of 13–19 July 2026 is a high-alert week for banking aspirants, with IBPS PO and IBPS SO applications closing on 21 July effectively this coming week. A fresh UPSC Recruitment notification (Advt No. 07/2026, 450 posts) also closes on 17 July, and Indian Railways has released a new Section Controller notification, with applications opening on 15 July. Alongside these, CTET, NDA (II), RRB Technician, and TSPSC Group I remain open and approaching their respective deadlines. Read carefully and apply before the respective closing dates.
📋 Week at a Glance — Active & Closing Notifications
| Exam / Post | Vacancies | Last Date | Category |
| IBPS PO 2026 | 6,715 | 21 July 2026 | Banking |
| IBPS SO 2026 (CRP SPL-XVI) | TBA | 21 July 2026 | Banking |
| UPSC Recruitment — Advt No. 07/2026 | 450 | 17 July 2026 | Central Govt |
| RRB Section Controller (CEN 03/2026) | 119 | 14 Aug 2026 | Railways -NEW |
| UPSC NDA & NA (II) 2026 | Approx. 400 | 22 July 2026 | Defense |
| CTET July 2026 | Qualifying Cert. | 25 July 2026 | Teaching / CBSE |
| RRB Technician Gr. I & III | 6,565 | 29 July 2026 | Railways |
| TSPSC Group I 2026 | 563 | 31 July 2026 | State PSC – Telangana |
BANKING SECTOR : FINAL WEEK TO APPLY
| 🏦 IBPS PO 2026 – Probationary Officers & Management Trainees ⚠ CLOSING SOON
BANKING · PUBLIC SECTOR BANKS · CENTRAL GOVT | 6,715 Vacancies |
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| Advt. No. | CRP PO/MT-XVI |
| Application Window | 1 July – 21 July 2026 (closes this coming week) |
| Qualification | Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university |
| Age Limit | 20–30 years; relaxation as per Govt norms |
| Application Fee | General/OBC/EWS: ₹850 | SC/ST/PwBD: ₹175 |
| Prelims | 22 August 2026 onwards (tentative) |
| Salary | Pay Scale ₹23,700–₹42,020 (Basic) + DA + HRA + Special Allowances |
| Official Link | www.ibps.in → Apply Online → CRP PO/MT-XVI |
| 🗓 Last Date to Apply: 21 July 2026 (DO NOT MISS) | |
| 🏦 IBPS Specialist Officers (SO) 2026 – CRP SPL-XVI ⚠ CLOSING SOON
BANKING · SPECIALIST OFFICERS · PUBLIC SECTOR BANKS | Vacancies Announced Shortly |
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| Advt. No. | CRP SPL-XVI (released 30 June 2026) |
| Posts | IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, Marketing Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari |
| Qualification | Post-specific – Law Officer: LLB | IT Officer: B.E./B.Tech. (CS/IT) | AFO: Agriculture degree |
| Age Limit | 20–30 years (post-specific variations apply) |
| Application Fee | General/OBC/EWS: ₹850 | SC/ST/PwBD: ₹175 |
| Exam Date | Single Online Written Test: November 2026 (tentative) |
| Official Link | www.ibps.in → Apply Online → CRP SPL-XVI |
| 🗓 Last Date to Apply: 21 July 2026 | |
CENTRAL GOVERNMENT : UPSC
| 🏛 UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Advertisement No. 07/2026 (NEW) ⚠ CLOSING SOON
CENTRAL GOVT · MULTIPLE MINISTRIES & DEPARTMENTS | 450 Vacancies across 54 Posts |
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| Organisation | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Posts | Joint Director, Aeronautical Officer, Legal Officer, Specialist Grade III (Medical), Drug Inspector, Assistant Engineer, Scientific Officer, and more |
| Largest Single Block | Drug Inspector (CDSCO, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare) — 186 vacancies |
| Selection | Recruitment by Selection — Interview only, or Recruitment/Combined Recruitment Test followed by Interview for specific posts |
| Age Limit | Post-specific, generally 30–56 years as on 17 July 2026; relaxation for SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen |
| Application Fee | ₹25 (General/OBC/EWS male); women, SC, ST and PwBD candidates exempted |
| Official Link | upsconline.nic.in → Advt No. 07/2026 |
| 🗓 Last Date to Apply: 17 July 2026 (6:00 PM) | |
This is a Recruitment-by-Selection notification, meaning most posts have no written examination – eligibility, qualification, and experience are the deciding factors. Candidates may apply for more than one post separately provided they meet each post’s specific criteria. Aspirants from engineering, law, pharmacy, medicine, and science backgrounds should review the post-wise eligibility carefully before the window closes this week.
RAILWAYS : NEW NOTIFICATION & ONGOING DRIVES
| 🚂 RRB Section Controller Recruitment 2026 (NEW – CEN 03/2026)
RAILWAYS · CENTRAL GOVT · OPERATIONS | 119 Vacancies |
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| CEN No. | CEN 03/2026 |
| Organisation | Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) – Indian Railways |
| Post | Section Controller – regulates train movements and coordinates traffic operations |
| Detailed Notification | Released 14 July 2026 |
| Application Window | 15 July 2026 – 14 August 2026 |
| Qualification | Graduate Degree from a recognised university/institute |
| Age Limit | 20–33 years (as on 1 July 2026); relaxation for reserved categories |
| Selection | Computer-Based Test (CBT), Document Verification, Medical Examination |
| Salary | Pay Level 6 (7th CPC) – Basic Pay ₹35,400; in-hand approx. ₹60,000 with allowances |
| Official Link | rrb.indianrailways.gov.in / rrbapply.gov.in → CEN 03/2026 |
| 🗓 Last Date to Apply: 14 August 2026 (Applications open 15 July) | |
The Section Controller post is a key operational role in Indian Railways, open to graduates across disciplines. This is a fresh opportunity for candidates who did not qualify in the previous cycle. Applications open on 15 July 2026 – mark the date and keep documents ready in advance.
| 🚂 RRB Technician 2026 : Grade I & Grade III (Ongoing)
RAILWAYS · CENTRAL GOVT · TECHNICAL | 6,565 Vacancies |
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| CEN No. | CEN 02/2026 |
| Posts | Technician Grade I (Signal) & Technician Grade III (Various) |
| Qualification | Grade I: B.E./B.Tech. or 3-year Diploma | Grade III: ITI in relevant trade |
| Application Window | Since 30 June 2026 at rrbapply.gov.in |
| Salary | Grade I: Level 5 (₹29,200+) | Grade III: Level 2 (₹19,900+), 7th Pay Commission |
| Official Link | www.rrbapply.gov.in → CEN 02/2026 |
| 🗓 Last Date to Apply: 29 July 2026 | |
DEFENCE & STATE PSC: CONTINUING DEADLINES
| 🦅 UPSC NDA & NA (II) 2026 – National Defense Academy (Ongoing)
DEFENCE · UPSC · CENTRAL GOVT | Approx. 400 Vacancies |
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| Post | NDA (Army, Navy, Air Force wings) & Naval Academy (10+2 Cadet Entry) |
| Qualification | Class 12 (10+2) pass or appearing – PCM required for Navy/Air Force wings |
| Age Limit | 16.5 to 19.5 years (born between 2 January 2008 and 1 July 2010) |
| Exam Date | 14 September 2026 (Written Examination) |
| Official Link | www.upsc.gov.in → Examinations → NDA & NA (II) 2026 |
| 🗓 Last Date to Apply: 22 July 2026 | |
| 🏛 TSPSC Group I Services 2026 : Telangana State (Ongoing)
STATE PSC · TELANGANA · ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES | 563 Vacancies |
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| Posts | Deputy Collector, DSP, Commercial Tax Officer, Mandal Revenue Officer (MRO), and other Group I Services |
| Qualification | Graduation from a recognised university; knowledge of Telugu mandatory |
| Selection | Preliminary Exam → Main Exam → Interview |
| Salary Range | ₹52,000–₹1,17,200 (approx.) per TSPR — varies by post |
| Official Link | www.tspsc.gov.in |
| 🗓 Last Date to Apply: 31 July 2026 | |
| 🏫 CTET July 2026 – Central Teacher Eligibility Test (Ongoing)
TEACHING · CBSE · CENTRAL GOVT SCHOOLS | Eligibility Certificate (Valid for Lifetime) |
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| Exam | Paper I (Class I–V) and Paper II (Class VI–VIII) |
| Application Window | 1 July – 25 July 2026 |
| Application Fee | Single Paper: ₹1,000 (General) | Both Papers: ₹1,200 (General); SC/ST: 50% concession |
| Exam Date | To be announced (expected September–October 2026) |
| Official Link | ctet.nic.in |
| 🗓 Last Date to Apply: 25 July 2026 | |
🗓 Exam Dates & Events This Week (13–19 July 2026)
| Exam / Event | Date | Stage / Note |
| RRB Section Controller : Detailed Notification | 14 July 2026 | CEN 03/2026 released on official RRB portals |
| RRB Section Controller : Applications Open | 15 July 2026 | Window open till 14 August 2026 |
| UPSC Advt No. 07/2026 : Application Closes | 17 July 2026, 6:00 PM | 450 vacancies, 54 posts – no written exam for most |
| IBPS PO & IBPS SO 2026 : Application Closes | 21 July 2026 | Final day – do not delay submission |
| UPSC NDA & NA (II) 2026 : Application Closes | 22 July 2026 | Class 12 pass/appearing candidates |
⚠ Disclaimer: Always verify details from official websites before applying. Dates and vacancies are subject to change.