The Puducherry Employment Agency (PEA) has announced recruitment for 484 posts like Upper Division Clerk, Agriculture Officer, Junior Engineer and others in various government departments of Puducherry. The application process starts from November 25, 2025 and closes on December 15, 2025. This recruitment offers a great chance for 10th pass, 12th pass, diploma and degree holders to join stable government jobs with good pay and benefits in administration, agriculture, engineering, and support roles.
All necessary information about PEA Recruitment 2025, like eligibility, exam schedule, selection procedure, salary and online application process has been comprehensively covered in this article.
PEA Vacancy 2025: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Puducherry Employment Agency (PEA) |
| Advertisement No. | PEA/REC/2025/01 |
| Post Name | Upper Division Clerk (UDC), Agriculture Officer, Junior Engineer (Civil/Electrical), Assistant, Data Entry Operator, Driver, Record Keeper, and other support roles |
| Total Vacancies | 484 |
| Job Location | Puducherry and its districts (Karaikal, Mahe, Yanam) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | recruitment.py.gov.in |
PEA Recruitment Vacancy Details
The PEA Recruitment 2025 has been released for a total of 484 posts. The vacancies are distributed across different posts and categories with reservations for social justice:
| Post Name | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | PwD | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | 80 | 25 | 5 | 40 | 20 | 5 | 175 |
| Agriculture Officer | 30 | 10 | 2 | 15 | 8 | 2 | 67 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | 25 | 8 | 2 | 12 | 6 | 1 | 54 |
| Junior Engineer (Electrical) | 20 | 6 | 1 | 10 | 5 | 1 | 43 |
| Assistant | 35 | 10 | 3 | 17 | 9 | 2 | 76 |
| Data Entry Operator | 15 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 33 |
| Driver | 10 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 21 |
| Record Keeper | 12 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 27 |
| Other Posts (Steno, Peon, etc.) | 18 | 6 | 2 | 9 | 4 | 1 | 40 |
| Total | 245 | 77 | 18 | 121 | 61 | 14 | 484 |
Eligibility Criteria of PEA Vacancy 2025
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university, computer knowledge (MS Office) with typing speed 35 WPM in English/Tamil |
| Agriculture Officer | B.Sc Agriculture or equivalent from ICAR-approved university, knowledge of Tamil |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Diploma in Civil Engineering from state technical board, 3 years experience |
| Junior Engineer (Electrical) | Diploma in Electrical Engineering from AICTE-approved institute |
| Assistant | 12th pass or equivalent from recognized board, basic computer literacy |
| Data Entry Operator | 10+2 with computer diploma, typing speed 35 WPM |
| Driver | 10th pass + valid LMV/HMV driving license, 3 years driving experience |
| Record Keeper | 10th pass from recognized board, knowledge of filing and records |
| Other Posts | Varies (10th/12th/Diploma) |
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
- Minimum Age Limit: 18 Years
- Maximum Age Limit: 32 Years
- Candidates must be born between January 2, 1994, and January 1, 2008
- Age relaxations are applicable for reserved categories as per government norms: SC/ST +5 years (up to 37), OBC +3 years (up to 35), PwD +10 years (up to 42), Ex-Servicemen (service length +3 years up to 37)
| Category | Maximum Age Limit (Years) |
|---|---|
| General/Unreserved | 32 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 35 |
| SC/ST | 37 |
| PwD | 42 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 37 |
Salary and Benefits
Pay Scale: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 per month (Level 2-6 of 7th Pay Commission, post-wise)
Additional Benefits:
- Dearness Allowance (DA) – 50% of basic pay, revised quarterly
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) – 24% in Puducherry town, 16% in other areas
- Transport Allowance – ₹1,800 + DA for Level 6 and above
- Medical facilities for self and family – Full coverage in government hospitals
- Provident Fund and Pension – NPS with 10% employer match
- Leave Travel Concession – Reimbursement for home town visits
- Other perquisites as per Puducherry UT rules – Festival advances, uniform allowance
Selection Process
The selection process consists of given below stages:
Stage 1: Written Examination
- Objective type MCQs on General Knowledge, Reasoning, English/Tamil, Post-specific subjects
- 100 marks, 2 hours
Stage 2: Skill Test (for some posts)
- Typing/shorthand/driving test – Qualifying nature
Stage 3: Document Verification
- Check originals for education, age, category
Stage 4: Medical Examination
- Fitness test by government doctor
Documents Required
Keep these ready in scanned format:
Mandatory Documents:
- Recent passport-size photograph (20-50 KB, JPEG) – Color, white background, 3.5×4.5 cm
- Signature (10-40 KB, JPEG) – Black ink, clear scan
- 10th certificate (date of birth proof) – Board issued
- Educational certificates/mark sheets – Degree/diploma originals
- Category certificate for SC/ST/OBC/EWS, if applicable – From Tehsildar
- PwD certificate, if applicable – Medical board issued
- Ex-Servicemen discharge, if applicable
- Valid ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN) – For registration
- Experience certificates – For technical posts
Application Fees
Application Fees/ Intimation Charges shall be as follows:
| Category | Application Fees |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹500 |
| SC/ST/PwD/Ex-Servicemen | ₹250 |
| Women (All Categories) | ₹250 |
- Payment Method: Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI – Online during form fill
How to Apply Online for PEA Recruitment 2025
Follow these simple steps to complete your PEA Recruitment 2025 application:
Step 1: Visit the official application website: recruitment.py.gov.in
Step 2: Click on “Current Openings” or “Apply Online” for 2025 recruitment
Step 3: For new users, click “New Registration” and enter Name, DOB, Email, Mobile
Step 4: Fill basic details and submit to get User ID
Step 5: System will send User ID and Password via email/SMS – Save safely
Step 6: Login with User ID and Password
Step 7: Complete the form: Personal info, education with marks, post preference, address
Step 8: Upload photo, signature, certificates, category proof
Step 9: Pay fee online and review for errors
Step 10: Submit and save confirmation with User ID – Print for reference
| Section | Link/Action |
|---|---|
| Apply Online for PEA Recruitment 2025 | Apply Now |
| PEA Recruitment 2025 Official Notification | Download PEA Recruitment 2025 PDF |
| PEA Official Website | Visit Website |
Important Dates
| Event | Date/Time |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 18.11.2025 |
| Online Application Start | 18.11.2025 (12:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Application & Payment | 14.12.2025 (3:00 PM) |
| Exam Date (Tier-I) | To be notified later |
| Admit Card Release | To be notified later |
Final Thoughts
PEA has announced 484 government jobs in 2025 across Puducherry departments. These posts offer Level 2–6 pay, reservation benefits for locals and secure service.
Apply online at recruitment.py.gov.in before December 15, 2025, 5:00 PM. Check eligibility and keep documents ready. Start preparing for the written exam and skill tests with effort, you can clear the process and build a stable career serving Puducherry.
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