CMPFO Recruitment 2025: The Coal Mines Provident Fund Organisation (CMPFO) has announced recruitment for Stenographer Grade III and Social Security Assistant (SSA) for 2025.
This recruitment is for Group ‘C’ posts under the Ministry of Coal, Government of India. Here’s everything you need to know about eligibility, vacancies, and how to apply for this opportunity.

CMPFO Recruitment 2025 Overview
- Organization: Coal Mines Provident Fund Organisation (CMPFO)
- Posts: Stenographer Grade III and Social Security Assistant (SSA)
- Total Vacancies: 115
- Application Mode: Online
- Application Last Date: 15 February 2025
- Official Website: https://cmpfo.gov.in
Vacancy Details
1. Stenographer Grade III
- Total Vacancies: 11
- Category-wise Breakdown:
- UR: 07
- OBC: 02
- SC: 01
- ST: 00
- EWS: 01
- PwBD: 01
- ESM: 01
- Pay Level: Level 4 in Pay Matrix
2. Social Security Assistant (SSA)
- Total Vacancies: 104
- Category-wise Breakdown:
- UR: 39
- OBC: 28
- SC: 18
- ST: 09
- EWS: 10
- PwBD: 05
- ESM: 10
- Pay Level: Level 4 in Pay Matrix
CMPFO Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria
1. Age Limit (as of the closing date)
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 27 years
- Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD (UR): 10 years
- PwBD (OBC): 13 years
- PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years
- Ex-Servicemen (ESM): 3 years (after deduction of military service)
- Meritorious Sports Persons: 5 years
2. Educational Qualification
Stenographer Grade III
- Essential:
- 12th class pass from a recognized board.
- Speed of 80 words per minute in shorthand.
- Typing speed of 40 words per minute in English.
- Desirable: Graduate degree from a recognized university.
Social Security Assistant (SSA)
- Essential:
- Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
- Typing speed of 35 words per minute in English or 30 words per minute in Hindi on computer.
- Desirable:
- Computer Training Certificate from a recognized institution.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply through the official recruitment portal: https://starrating.coal.gov.in/cmpfo/.
Steps to Apply:
- Visit the official website and navigate to the CMPFO recruitment section.
- Click on “Register” to create an account.
- Fill in personal and educational details.
- Upload required documents (Photograph, Signature, Educational Certificates, ID Proof, etc.).
- Submit the application form before 15 February 2025.
Selection Process for CMPFO Recruitment 2025
- The selection is based on merit from the Public Disclosure List of non-recommended candidates from SSC Exams:
- Stenographer Grade III – Based on Stenographer Grade C and D Exam 2022.
- Social Security Assistant (SSA) – Based on SSC Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Exam 2023.
- No interview or skill test will be conducted by the CMPFO.
- Candidates will be selected in a 1:3 ratio (three times the vacancies).
- The final selection is subject to document verification.
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