Author: State Naukri

Viral social media claims suggest a sudden shift in monthly salary deductions. Many employees expect immediate changes in their August paychecks. However, no official order has altered the existing wage ceiling. The mandatory statutory framework remains completely unchanged for working professionals this month.Under the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) scheme, the statutory limit stays at 15,000 rupees. Both employees and employers continue contributing twelve percent based on established regulations. Any proposed revision to this threshold requires formal Union Cabinet approval before implementation.EPF 2026 Wage Ceiling Myths versus RealityRecent news reports discussed raising the mandatory wage ceiling to 25,000 rupees. This idea…

How do you make mock tests actually improve your SSC CGL preparation? For Akhilesh Chauhan, the answer was not simply attempting more mocks. His strategy was to complete the syllabus and PYQs first, identify weak topics through mocks, analyse mistakes, and then use sectional tests to strengthen those areas. After missing selection in his first attempt by a few marks, Akhilesh changed his approach for his next attempt. His focus shifted from simply taking tests to analysing every mock and using the results to plan his preparation. That approach helped him clear SSC CGL and join the GST department in…

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has started the online application process for Junior Engineer (JE) Recruitment 2026 under CEN 04/2026. Eligible candidates can apply for the notified vacancies through the prescribed RRB application process.Photo Credits – AI ImageRRB JE CEN 04/2026 Recruitment Begins for 3,993 PostsThe recruitment drive includes 3,993 vacancies for various posts, including Junior Engineer and Depot Material Superintendent positions. The application window opened on August 14, 2026, and candidates can submit their applications until September 13, 2026.Candidates interested in the recruitment should carefully check the official notification for post-wise educational qualifications, age requirements and other eligibility conditions…

For graduates preparing for competitive exams, Banking and SSC exams are among the most popular career options in India. Both offer stable employment, attractive salaries, career growth, and long-term benefits, but the nature of the jobs is quite different. Banking exams such as SBI PO, SBI Clerk, IBPS PO, IBPS Clerk and RRB exams generally lead to careers in public sector banks, while SSC exams such as SSC CGL recruit candidates for various posts across Central Government ministries, departments, and organisations. Choosing between the two should not depend only on salary or exam difficulty. Factors such as job profile, work…

Local Bank Officer Vacancy Recruitment in IOB 2026 Indian Overseas Bank (IOB), a leading Public Sector Bank with headquarters in Chennai, invites online applications in the prescribed format from Indian citizens for the recruitment of the following 250 Govt. Job vacancies of Local Bank Officer (LBO) as Assistant Manager for Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Gujarat and Maharashtra States in JMGS-I scale for Indian Overseas Bank for the year 2026-27. (Advertisement No.: HRDD/RECT/02/2026-27) IOB Local Bank Officer Recruitment 2026 Vacancies Local Bank Officer (LBO) as Assistant Manager: 250 vacancies (UR-94, EWS-22, OBC-80, SC-36, ST-18) (PWD-12), Age: 20-30 years as of 01/08/2026, Pay Scale: JMGS-I ₹ 48480-85920/-, Qualification: A Degree…

Prime Minister Narendra ModiNew Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday announced a government plan to train 1 crore young people in artificial intelligence (AI) skills over the next year and build a free online coaching ecosystem for competitive examinations, putting youth skills and access to exam preparation at the centre of his Independence Day address. Addressing the nation from the Red Fort, Modi said India’s youth would play a central role in the country’s journey towards becoming a developed nation by 2047. “We have decided that in the coming year, we will train 1 crore young people in AI…

The Local Self Government Department has opened applications for contractual staff across the state. Candidates can apply for 24,752 posts starting today, August 15. The online registration window will remain active until September 28 at midnight. This recruitment covers positions spread across 183 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs).This drive offers massive employment opportunities for eligible candidates across the region. Applicants must complete their submission online through the designated state portal. Offline application modes will not be accepted under any circumstances. Early submission helps applicants avoid unexpected technical errors or server slowdowns. Candidates should review the official guidelines before filling out their…

Reasoning Ability is an important section in the SBI Clerk Prelims examination. It tests candidates on logical thinking, analytical ability, and problem-solving skills through different types of questions. Regular practice with mock papers can help improve speed, accuracy, and time management. The uploaded SBI Clerk Reasoning Practice Test contains 50 questions based on the SBI Clerk 2026 Prelims pattern, with a 20-minute time limit. SBI Clerk Reasoning Mock Paper, FREE Practice PDF Prepare for the SBI Clerk Prelims exam with our FREE SBI Clerk Reasoning Mock Paper PDF. The practice paper covers important reasoning topics such as seating arrangements, inequalities,…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi leads the 80th Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort, calling upon 140 crore Indians to drive Indias development journey.Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 15 placed the collective strength of 140 crore Indians at the centre of India’s 80th Independence Day celebrations, invoking the sacrifices of the freedom movement while calling for greater momentum in the country’s journey towards Viksit Bharat.Addressing the nation from the ramparts of the historic Red Fort in New Delhi, Modi said India is “powered by 140 crore Indians” and is “scaling new heights of progress”, framing Independence Day not simply…

The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) admission cutoff ended on August 14. This deadline officially closes standard intake for technical programs across the nation today. Thousands of engineering and diploma aspirants must now review their allotment status. Remaining seats will move directly to final institutional spot rounds.Several state counseling authorities requested extended timelines due to ongoing entrance result delays. However, local state notifications remain invalid without official revised AICTE orders issued today. Candidates must confirm whether their target state obtained formal clearance before trusting local calendars. Relying on unauthorized schedules can lead to unexpected seat cancellations.What Happens After…