Overview
The recruiting body has released an official recruitment notification in 2026. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online before the last date through the official website.
This recruitment is a good opportunity for candidates looking for a stable government job in India. Before applying, candidates should carefully read the official notification and check their eligibility, age limit, application fee and the selection process. Rozgar Update has organised all the important details below along with the official links so you can verify everything and apply directly on the official website.
Quick Overview
| Organisation | The recruiting body |
|---|---|
| Post / Exam | Accounts Officer Provisional Key (Prelim) |
| Category | Recruitment |
| Location | All India |
| Mode | Online |
Vacancy Details
The detailed post-wise and category-wise (UR / OBC / SC / ST / EWS) breakup of vacancies is available in the official notification PDF. Candidates should check the notification for the exact number of posts in their category.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfil the educational qualification and age limit prescribed by The recruiting body for this recruitment. Age relaxation is provided to reserved categories (SC / ST / OBC / PwD / Ex-Servicemen) as per government rules. For the exact educational qualification, age limit and experience, please read the official notification carefully before applying.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Window | 7 April 2026 – 21 April 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam – Paper-1 (General Studies, Common) | 7 June 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam – Paper-2 (Subject-Specific) | 28 June 2026 (revised from 27 June 2026) |
| Provisional Answer Key Released | 17 June 2026 (Joint Prelim key covering GAS, GCS, Accounts Officer, ACF/RFO) |
Application Fee
The application fee, including category-wise concessions, is mentioned in the official notification. The fee is usually paid online through debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI. SC / ST / PwD and (in many exams) women candidates get a fee concession or exemption — check the notification for exact details.
How to Apply Online
- Open the official website using the link in the Important Links section below.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number, then log in to the recruitment portal.
- Fill in the online application form with your personal, educational and contact details.
- Upload the required documents — recent photograph, signature and certificates in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable) and submit the form before the last date.
- Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.
Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be based on the stages fixed by The recruiting body, which may include a written examination or computer-based test (CBT), skill / typing test, physical efficiency test (where applicable), document verification and a medical examination. The exact selection procedure, exam pattern and syllabus are given in the official notification. Candidates who clear each stage are shortlisted for the next.