Posts & vacancies
Six posts across three pay scales. Merit is based on the candidate's SSC exam score (or GATE score for Architecture).
POST CODE 01
Senior Assistant (Civil)
Eligibility: Degree/Diploma in Civil Engineering from a University/Institution. Must have appeared in the SSC Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical & Electrical) Examination-2024. Desirable: Knowledge of foreign languages, other than English.
Experience: Essential for diploma holders only: 1 year experience of construction and maintenance of permanent structures in Civil Engineering in Government/Public Sector/reputed Private Sector organisations, preferably in the field of exhibitions
Pay scale: Rs. 29,000 – 1,10,000 (IDA Pattern)
Age limit: 28 years (as on closing date, 13.11.2026)
POST CODE 02
Senior Assistant (Electrical)
Eligibility: Degree/Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognised University/Institution. Must have appeared in the SSC Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical & Electrical) Examination-2024. Desirable: Knowledge of foreign languages, other than English.
Experience: Essential for diploma holders only: 1 year experience of construction and maintenance of permanent structures in Electrical Engineering in Government/Public Sector/reputed Private Sector organisations, preferably in the field of exhibitions
Pay scale: Rs. 29,000 – 1,10,000 (IDA Pattern)
Age limit: 28 years (as on closing date, 13.11.2026)
POST CODE 03
Senior Assistant (Architecture)
Eligibility: Degree/Diploma in Architecture from a recognised University/Institution. Must have secured the qualifying cut-off marks in GATE 2024, 2025 or 2026 (Architecture and Planning, paper AR). Desirable: Knowledge of foreign languages, other than English.
Experience: Essential for diploma holders only: 1 year experience in Architecture in Government/Public Sector/reputed Private Sector organisations, preferably in the field of exhibitions
Pay scale: Rs. 29,000 – 1,10,000 (IDA Pattern)
Age limit: 28 years (as on closing date, 13.11.2026)
POST CODE 04
Assistant (Accounts)
Eligibility: B.Com. (2nd Division) and working knowledge of computer applications. Must have appeared in the SSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination-2024.
Experience: 2 years in Finance/Accounts in Government/Public Sector/reputed Private Sector organisations. Preference will be given for experience in Government/PSUs
Pay scale: Rs. 27,500 – 99,000 (IDA Pattern)
Age limit: 28 years (as on closing date, 13.11.2026)
POST CODE 05
Junior Stenographer
Eligibility: Bachelor's Degree from a recognised University and Shorthand/Typing speed of 80/40 w.p.m. Must have appeared in the SSC Stenographer Grade 'C' Examination-2024.
Experience: Desirable: Experience as Steno-typist in reputed organisations
Pay scale: Rs. 27,500 – 99,000 (IDA Pattern)
Age limit: 27 years (as on closing date, 13.11.2026)
POST CODE 06
Junior Assistant (General Cadre)
Eligibility: Bachelor's Degree (at least 2nd Division); typing speed of 35 w.p.m. in English on computers; proficiency in computer office applications such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint or equivalent is a must. Must have appeared in the SSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination-2024.
Experience: 2 years post-qualification experience in dealing with files/data entry in Govt./PSU/reputed private sector organisation
Pay scale: Rs. 25,000 – 85,000 (IDA Pattern)
Age limit: 27 years (as on closing date, 13.11.2026)
Key dates
17 Oct 2026
Opening date for online applications
13 Nov 2026
Last date for registration, online application submission and payment of application fee
Eligibility snapshot
| Nationality | Only Indian nationals can apply |
| Who can apply | Candidates who appeared in the SSC Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical & Electrical) Examination-2024, Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination-2024 or Stenographer Grade 'C' and 'D' Examination 2024 (Grade-C) but were not finally recommended for appointment, and have opted to disclose their details as per DoPT OM No.39020/01/2016-Estt.(B) dated 21.12.2020. For Senior Assistant (Architecture): candidates who secured the qualifying cut-off marks in GATE 2024, 2025 or 2026 (Architecture and Planning). |
| Age reckoning | Age and experience are counted as on the last date of online application (13.11.2026). Experience is considered on a post-qualification basis, wherever required. |
| Age relaxation | For SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen as per Government of India rules. Relaxation for departmental candidates and Kashmiri migrants, if any, as per extant instructions. |
| Reservation benefits | Available only to candidates whose caste is in the Government of India's list of reserved communities. OBC candidates must hold a Non-Creamy Layer certificate. EWS candidates must hold an Income and Asset Certificate as per DoPT OM dated 19.01.2019 and 31.01.2019. All certificates must be held by the closing date. |
Selection process
Final merit is prepared from the candidate's SSC exam marks and rank (or GATE score for the Architecture post), subject to the experience criteria in the Recruitment Rules, wherever applicable.
1
Merit list preparation
Based on consolidated marks and rank in the SSC JE 2024, CGL 2024 or Stenographer Grade 'C' 2024 exam (as relevant to the post). For Senior Assistant (Architecture), based on GATE 2024/2025/2026 (Architecture and Planning) marks and merit among candidates who secured the qualifying cut-off.
2
Document verification
Provisionally eligible candidates are called for document verification. Shortlisted names are published on the ITPO website and call letters are sent to registered email IDs only. Originals plus one set of self-attested photocopies must be produced.
3
Provisional selection
Names of provisionally selected candidates are uploaded on the ITPO website. Selection is subject to verification of documents, character and antecedents, and medical standards for the post.
Application fee
Rs. 1,000
Application fee
Exempt
SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen
The fee is paid online through the payment gateway by the closing date, 13.11.2026.
Documents to upload
Photograph and signature
| Photograph | Scanned passport size colour photograph |
| Signature | Scanned copy of signature |
Identity and qualification documents
| Proof of birth | Self-attested copy |
| Educational qualifications | Self-attested copies |
| Experience | Self-attested copy of experience in chronological order, as per the recruitment rules of the post (may be uploaded) |
Exam score documents
| SSC exam mark sheet | Mark sheet of SSC Junior Engineer (Civil, Mechanical & Electrical) 2024, CGL 2024 or Stenographer Grade 'C' 2024, as relevant to the post |
| GATE (Architecture post only) | Self-attested copy of qualifying cut-off marks and score in GATE 2024/2025/2026 (Architecture and Planning) |
Category and employment documents
| Category certificate | Self-attested copy of SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD certificate, if claiming reservation |
| NOC | No Objection Certificate from present employer, for candidates working regularly in Central/State Government or Autonomous Organisations |
Upload all documents on the online application portal. Originals and one set of self-attested photocopies are needed at document verification.
How to Apply
1. Applications are accepted online only. Details of the portal will be provided by ITPO.
2. Online application opens on 17.10.2026 and closes on 13.11.2026.
3. Pay the application fee of Rs. 1,000 through the payment gateway (SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen are exempt).
4. Upload all required documents on the portal.
5. Check your email and the ITPO website (www.indiatradefair.com) regularly. All communication is made by email and the website.
Good to know before you apply
Reservation for the Architecture post The single vacancy for Senior Assistant (Architecture) is reserved for OBC (OBC-1).
No Objection Certificate (NOC) Candidates already employed in Central/State Government, Autonomous Bodies or PSUs must produce an NOC from their present employer at document verification. An undertaking to resign, an acknowledgment of NOC application, a resignation letter or experience certificates are not accepted in its place. Failure to produce it cancels the candidature.
No corrections after submission Check date of birth, category, sub-category, email ID and all other details before final submission. No corrections are allowed later.
Apply early Do not wait for the last date. ITPO is not responsible for failure to submit due to heavy traffic, website issues or other technical problems.
Posting anywhere in India Selected candidates are liable to be posted anywhere in India.
No TA/DA No TA/DA is paid for appearing in document verification.
Provisional selection and misconduct Selection is provisional, subject to verification of documents, character, antecedents and medical standards. False information or misconduct leads to rejection of candidature or termination of service.
Important Instructions for Candidates
Furnishing wrong or false information leads to disqualification.
Percentage of marks must be entered to two decimal places. CGPA/OGPA/DGPA/CPI must be converted to percentage as per the University's norms, with an equivalence certificate produced at document verification.
Rounding off of percentage is not accepted. For example, 54.99% is treated as less than 55%.
The date of declaration of result or issue of mark sheet is treated as the date of acquiring the qualification. No relaxation is allowed.
Qualifications acquired through open or distance learning are considered.
Where a specialization is required, a certificate from the University/Institution specifying it must be submitted.
For an Integrated Master's Degree in Engineering, a certificate of possession of a Bachelor's Degree and statement of marks must be produced at document verification.
Screening and eligibility are based on the details provided by the candidate.
Mere fulfilment of minimum qualifications does not entitle a candidate to be called for document verification.
Special Conditions for PwBD Candidates
Only persons with not less than 40% relevant disability are eligible.
A Medical Certificate from the competent authority, in the prescribed format under Sections 33 and 34 of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, is required as proof of disability.
Government of India guidelines for persons with benchmark disabilities are taken into consideration as and when required.
Certificates for Reserved Categories
OBC: a valid Non-Creamy Layer certificate as per the Central List of OBCs, in the prescribed format, must be produced at document verification. A declaration that the candidate does not belong to the Creamy Layer must be submitted before appointment.
SC/ST: a caste certificate issued by the competent authority must be produced at document verification.
SC/ST/OBC/PwBD certificates must be in Hindi or English. Any variation in the caste name is not accepted.
For OBC status (including creamy layer status), the closing date of applications is the cut-off date.