Oriental Insurance Company Opens 500 Assistant Vacancies: Apply by 17 August

The Oriental Insurance Company Limited (OICL), a public sector giant under the Government of India, has announced recruitment for 500 Assistant (Class III) posts, including backlog vacancies. This is a golden chance for graduates aiming for a stable government job in the insurance sector. The online application process started on 2 August 2025 and will

The Oriental Insurance Company Limited (OICL), a public sector giant under the Government of India, has announced recruitment for 500 Assistant (Class III) posts, including backlog vacancies. This is a golden chance for graduates aiming for a stable government job in the insurance sector. The online application process started on 2 August 2025 and will close at midnight on 17 August 2025.

Candidates can find the complete details of vacancies, state-wise reservation, eligibility, and selection process on the official website orientalinsurance.org.in. The recruitment process will be conducted in multiple stages, including two online exams and a regional language test.

Key Recruitment Highlights

Particulars	Details
Number of Vacancies	500 (including backlog)
Application Dates	2 August 2025 to 17 August 2025
Application Fee	Rs. 100 (SC/ST/PwD/Ex-Servicemen) Rs. 850 (Others)
Tier I Exam Date	7 September 2025
Tier II Exam Date	28 October 2025
Regional Language Test	Dates to be announced on official portal

Eligibility Criteria (as on 31 July 2025)

Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university or an equivalent qualification approved by the Central Government. Candidates should have passed the qualifying exam on or before 31 July 2025.
Age Limit: 21 to 30 years. Reserved categories get age relaxation as per government norms.

Salary and Perks

The starting basic pay is Rs. 22,405 per month in the scale of Rs. 22,405–1,300(1)–23,705–1,420(2)–26,545–1,560(5)–34,345–1,740(2)–37,825–1,990(3)–43,795–2,220(3)–50,455–2,350(2)–55,155. With allowances, the gross monthly salary in a metro city is around Rs. 45,000.

Selection Process

The recruitment involves three steps:

Tier I Exam: Preliminary online test (qualifying in nature)
Tier II Exam: Main online test
Regional Language Test: Candidates must clear this to be eligible for final selection

Why This is a Good Opportunity

OICL is one of the leading public sector general insurance companies in India, and an Assistant role here offers job security, growth opportunities, and a decent work-life balance. For young graduates, this could be a stepping stone to a long-term career in the insurance and financial sector.

Those interested should apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute rush or technical issues.

NCDC Opens High-Level Vacancies for Marketing Professionals

The National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC), a statutory organisation under the Ministry of Cooperation, Government of India, has invited applications for senior positions in its marketing division. This recruitment is being carried out on a contract or direct recruitment basis, and the last date to apply is 31 August 2025. These openings provide a rare

The National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC), a statutory organisation under the Ministry of Cooperation, Government of India, has invited applications for senior positions in its marketing division. This recruitment is being carried out on a contract or direct recruitment basis, and the last date to apply is 31 August 2025.

These openings provide a rare chance for professionals with strong expertise in marketing, planning, and business development to work with India’s apex body that supports and promotes cooperatives across the country.

Posts Available

Post Name	Vacancies	Mode of Recruitment	Age Limit	Pay Scale (7th CPC)
Chief Director (Marketing)	01	Contractual	Up to 45 years	Level-13 (Rs. 1,23,100 – 2,15,900)
Deputy Director (Marketing)	01	Direct/Contract	Up to 35 years	Level-11 (Rs. 67,700 – 2,08,700)

Essential Qualifications and Experience

For Chief Director (Marketing):

Bachelor’s degree with MBA/PGDM specialising in Marketing
At least 15 years’ post-qualification experience in marketing, planning, or business development
Experience in leadership roles, preferably in banks, financial institutions, or development organisations
Strong knowledge of managing digital and conventional marketing channels

For Deputy Director (Marketing):

Bachelor’s degree with MBA/PGDM specialising in Marketing
Minimum 5 years’ experience in business development, planning, or marketing roles
Understanding of both offline and digital promotion channels
Ability to execute campaigns and branding strategies

Why This Matters

NCDC has been at the forefront of promoting cooperatives in India, offering financial and technical support for their growth. With the government strongly backing the cooperative movement, these roles will be crucial in shaping outreach strategies, developing marketing campaigns, and strengthening the cooperative sector’s visibility.

Working at NCDC also offers an opportunity to be part of a national-level institution, where professionals can apply their skills to make a real difference in rural and urban cooperative networks.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official NCDC website (www.ncdc.in) for detailed eligibility conditions, application format, and instructions. Applications must be submitted by 31 August 2025.