Lok Sabha Secretariat (Parliament of India) invites applications for Officer-level roles supporting parliamentary functions. This listing covers openings for Protocol Officer and Research Officer based in New Delhi.

About the Company

The Lok Sabha Secretariat is the administrative secretariat of the Lok Sabha, the House of the People in India’s Parliament. It supports the functioning of parliamentary business, committees, members, and official engagements through professional administrative, research, and protocol services.

Position Overview

Role(s): Protocol Officer, Research Officer
Total Vacancies: 28 (Protocol Officer: 16; Research Officer: 12)
Location: New Delhi
Compensation: Pay Band Rs. 15,600–39,100 + Grade Pay Rs. 5,400 (as per provided notice)
Application Fee: No fee required

Responsibilities

Protocol Officer

Support planning and execution of official protocol arrangements for parliamentary and dignitary engagements.
Coordinate schedules, ceremonial procedures, and official communications related to protocol activities.
Liaise with internal departments and external agencies to ensure smooth conduct of official events.
Maintain documentation, records, and reporting for protocol assignments.

Research Officer

Conduct research and prepare briefs, notes, and background material to support parliamentary work.
Analyze policy, legal, economic, and social issues using credible sources and structured methodologies.
Draft summaries and reports with clarity, accuracy, and adherence to official standards.
Support information requests and contribute to knowledge management and documentation.

Requirements

Education (any one of the following):
- Master’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university; or
- Two-year Post Graduate Diploma in any discipline from a recognized university / AICTE-recognized institute; or
- LLB degree from a recognized university; or
- Cost Accountant / Chartered Accountant / Company Secretary; or
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university with 3 years of experience in the pay scale Rs. 9,300–34,800 + Grade Pay Rs. 4,800 in Lok Sabha Secretariat.
Age Limit (as on 10-07-2017): Maximum 27 years.
Age Relaxation: SC/ST: 5 years; OBC: 3 years; PH: 10 years.
Strong written communication, attention to detail, and ability to work with confidential/official information.
Ability to work effectively in a structured, deadline-driven environment.

Selection Process

Preliminary Examination
Main Examination
Interview

Benefits

Officer-grade compensation as per applicable government pay structure (as stated in the notice).
Opportunity to work in a prestigious public institution supporting parliamentary processes.
Professional exposure to high-impact research/protocol work and cross-functional coordination.
No application fee required.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates should apply online through the official Lok Sabha Secretariat website within the application window.

Online Application Start Date: 09-06-2017
Last Date to Apply Online: 10-07-2017
Exam Date: To be announced

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