in this article, you will get some of the highest-paying and most sought-after government jobs in India along with details on the exams and where to apply. Many of these are central government jobs.

1. Indian Administrative Service (IAS) and Indian Police Service (IPS): IAS officers start with a salary of Rs. 56,100 per month, which can go up to Rs. 2,50,000. IPS officers also receive similar benefits including government housing, staff, and vehicles. Entry through the UPSC Civil Services Examination. Applications can be submitted online through the UPSC official website.

2. Indian Forest Service (IFoS): Junior Grade IFoS officers start at Rs. 56,100 per month and can earn up to Rs. 2,25,000. They also receive various perks and allowances. Combined with the Civil Services Examination conducted by UPSC. Candidates need to apply through the UPSC portal.

3. ISRO and DRDO Scientists/Engineers: Scientists and engineers at ISRO and DRDO have a maximum salary of around Rs. 60,000 per month. They work on cutting-edge technologies and benefit from research opportunities. Recruitment exams are conducted by ISRO and DRDO separately. Details and applications are available on their respective official websites.

4. RBI Grade B Officers: RBI Grade B Officers earn an average gross salary of Rs. 77,208 per month, which includes allowances and benefits provided by the Reserve Bank of India. Recruitment conducted by Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Applications are accepted online through the RBI official website.

5. Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs): Companies like ONGC and NTPC offer attractive salaries and benefits. Senior professionals in organizations like DRDO can earn up to Rs. 81,000 per month. Recruitment processes vary by PSU (e.g., ONGC, NTPC). Candidates need to check the respective PSU websites for announcements and application procedures.

6. Bank Probationary Officer (PO) and Clerk: Entry-level salaries for Bank POs and Clerks in public sector banks like SBI range from Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 40,000 per month, along with allowances and incentives. Recruitment through IBPS or individual bank exams (e.g., SBI PO, SBI Clerk). Applications are accepted online through IBPS or the respective bank's website.

7. Assistant Professor: Assistant Professors in government colleges are placed in Pay Matrix Level-10, with an entry pay ranging from Rs. 57,700 to Rs. 182,400 per month, supplemented by various allowances. Recruitment through various state and national level exams like UGC NET, SET, and specific state-level exams. Candidates need to check university and college websites for announcements.

8. Staff Selection Commission (SSC): Jobs through SSC, like those under the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) exam, offer gross salaries ranging from Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 1,51,100 per month, inclusive of allowances such as HRA, DA, and TA. Conducts exams like SSC CGL for various central government jobs. Applications can be submitted online through the SSC official website.

9. Tamilnadu Public Service Commission (TNPSC): tn govt jobs through TNPSC, like those under the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) exam, offer gross salaries ranging from Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 1,51,100 per month, inclusive of allowances such as HRA, DA, and TA. Conducts exams like SSC CGL for various central government jobs. Applications can be submitted online through the SSC official website.

The civil services, particularly the IAS and IPS, remain highly coveted, with a significant rise in applicants appearing for the UPSC Civil Services exam, estimated between 10-12 lakh candidates in recent years.