Panchayat Sachiv Selection Process: If you have seen the recently released ‘Panchayat Season-4’ web series, then you will definitely be familiar with the role of ‘Secretary Ji’. This character not only made the audience laugh but also showed the responsibilities and importance of the Panchayat Secretary.
But have you ever wondered how Panchayat Secretaries become in real life? Which exam has to be given for this and how much salary is available? Let’s know the entire details related to this government post …
Who is the Panchayat Secretary?
The post of Panchayat Secretary is an administrative post under the state government, which helps in the implementation of panchayat operations, record maintenance and development schemes in villages. It is considered an important part of government service in rural areas.
Process of becoming panchayat secretary
The recruitment process of Panchayat Secretary is different in every state, but it is generally through the State Subordinate Services Selection Commission (SSSC) or Public Service Commission (PSC).
The selection process includes:
- Written test
- Interview (optional in some states)
- Document verification
In the written examination, questions related to general knowledge, Hindi, mathematics, current affairs and rural development are usually asked.
Educational qualification
The candidate should have a graduation degree from a recognized university. Basic knowledge or diploma of computers is mandatory in some states.
Age limit
The minimum age of the candidate should be 18 years to become a panchayat secretary. At the same time, the maximum age limit is generally fixed 35 years, although it may vary slightly according to the state. Additionally, reserved sections such as SC, ST, OBC, Divyang etc. are provided with age relaxation as per government rules.
What is the salary of Panchayat Secretary?
Employees working on the post of Panchayat Secretary get attractive salary every month. The Basic Pay for this post is between ₹ 21,700 to ₹ 29,200, which is determined according to level 3 to 5. In addition, they are also given dearness allowance (DA), house rent allowance (HRA) and other government allowances. The total in-hand salary of the Panchayat Secretary can be around ₹ 28,000 to ₹ 38,000 per month, depending on the policies and appointment of the concerned state (contract or permanent).
| Post | Estimated salary (per month) |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay | ₹ 21,700 – ₹ 29,200 (Level 3 to 5) |
| DA, HRA and other allowances | ₹ 8,000 – ₹ 12,000 (Estimated) |
| Total in-hand pay | ₹ 28,000 – ₹ 38,000 (Different according to the state) |
However, in some states, Panchayat Secretary is appointed on a contract basis, which is later regular.