Looking for a secure job in the public sector without going through difficult entrance exams? You’ll be glad to know there are plenty of government job openings where no written test is required, and the competition is relatively low. From health departments to schools and local bodies, several sectors offer direct recruitment based on interviews or merit lists.

Here’s a look at some of the most accessible public sector opportunities to consider this year:

1. NHM & Health Department Roles (Direct Selection)

Jobs under the National Health Mission (NHM) are frequently released by state governments for roles like nurses, lab technicians, pharmacists, and support staff.

  • No written exam in most cases
  • Selection through walk-in interviews or merit-based shortlisting
  • Regular hiring in states like Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan
  • Lower competition compared to central jobs

2. Walk-in Vacancies in Schools

Government-run schools like Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVS) and Navodaya Vidyalayas (NVS) often conduct walk-in recruitment for teaching and non-teaching positions.

  • No entrance test
  • Selection purely via face-to-face interview
  • In many cases, CTET is not mandatory
  • Ideal for candidates looking for immediate placement

3. Project-Based Roles in DRDO, CSIR, and ICMR

Agencies like DRDO, CSIR, and ICMR release short-term job opportunities on a project basis.

  • Selection via resume screening or direct interviews
  • No competitive exam required
  • Project duration: 6 months to 1 year (extendable)
  • Great for freshers, postgraduates, and researchers

4. Local Government and Panchayat-Level Openings

Many states recruit for posts like Panchayat Assistant, Data Entry Operator, and Block Clerk at the district or block level.

  • Mostly based on local merit or document verification
  • No written exam involved
  • Local residents often given priority
  • Frequently announced in Bihar, Chhattisgarh, and Uttar Pradesh

5. Forest Guard & Wildlife Protection Jobs

Physical fitness takes priority over written tests in many forest department recruitments.

  • Selection involves Physical Efficiency Tests (PET)
  • Written exam is either very simple or not required
  • Common in states with large forest zones like Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan
  • Best suited for physically active candidates

6. Typing, Data Entry, and Language Specialist Positions

Several departments recruit typists, DEOs, and translators without a written exam.

  • Selection through typing speed test or language proficiency assessment
  • Required speed: usually 30–35 WPM in Hindi/English
  • Knowledge of regional languages (Tamil, Marathi, Bengali, etc.) is a plus
  • Vacancies often found in state secretariats, courts, and ministries

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