Current Affairs Quiz — 27 October 2026
Economy
Q1. What was the theme of the 36th Conference of State Finance Secretaries held at RBI Mumbai in 2026?
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Answer: A. Role of Quality of Expenditure, Effective Cash and Prudent Debt Management in Enhancing States’ Fiscal Sustainability
The theme highlights the focus on improving fiscal sustainability of states through quality expenditure, cash management, and debt management, which is crucial for state finance secretaries.
“The theme of the Conference was ‘Role of Quality of Expenditure, Effective Cash and Prudent Debt Management in Enhancing States’ Fiscal Sustainability’.”
Source: Reserve Bank holds 36<sup>th</sup> Conference of State Finance Secretaries ↗Economy
Q2. When is the next due date for premature redemption of Sovereign Gold Bond 2020-21 Series I?
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Answer: B. October 28, 2026
Premature redemption of the SGB 2020-21 Series I is permitted after the fifth year from issue, making October 28, 2026 the next due date for redemption.
“Accordingly, the next due date of premature redemption of the above tranche shall be on October 28, 2026.”
Source: Premature redemption under Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) Scheme - Redemption Price for premature redemption of SGB 2020-21 Series I due on October 28, 2026 ↗Recruitment
Q3. What is the maximum age limit for the CIET NCERT Recruitment 2026?
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Answer: B. 45 years
The recruitment is open to candidates up to 45 years of age, a common age limit for many central government posts.
“The maximum age limit is 45 years.”
Source: CIET NCERT Recruitment 2026 Notification: 44 Posts ↗Recruitment
Q4. Which of the following best describes the selection process for the ESIC Senior Resident 2026 recruitment?
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Answer: D. Walk in interview / Selection based on qualification & experience
The process combines a walk‑in interview with assessment of qualifications and experience, reflecting a hybrid selection model used in many ESIC posts.
“The selection process includes Walk in interview / Selection based on qualification & experience.”
Source: ESIC Senior Resident Notification 2026 ↗Recruitment
Q5. What is the advertisement number for the ESIC Senior Resident Walk‑in Interview 2026?
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Answer: B. 134/A/19/11/91/2025
The advertisement number uniquely identifies the recruitment notice and is used for reference in applications and correspondence.
“The advertisement number is 134/A/19/11/91/2025.”
Source: ESIC Senior Resident Walk-in Interview 2026 ↗Sports
Q6. What is the maximum age limit for candidates applying to the South Eastern Railway Sports Persons Recruitment 2026?
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Answer: C. 25 years
The recruitment is under the sports quota for railway employees, and candidates must be 25 years or younger.
“The maximum age limit is 25 years.”
Source: SER Sports Persons Recruitment (Open Advertisement) 2026 ↗Recruitment
Q7. What is the maximum age limit for the AIIMS Mangalagiri Project Staff Walk‑In recruitment 2026?
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Answer: C. 35 years
The walk‑in recruitment is for physiotherapist posts, with a maximum age of 35 years.
“The maximum age limit is 35 years.”
Source: AIIMS Walk‑In Project Staff Notification 2026: 2 Posts ↗Recruitment
Q8. When is the walk‑in interview scheduled for the ESIC Senior Resident contract recruitment 2026?
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Answer: D. 30.10.2026
The contract recruitment requires a walk‑in interview on the specified date.
“Walk-in Interview Date: 30.10.2026.”
Source: ESIC Senior Resident (SR) Contract Recruitment 2026 ↗Education
Q9. By what date must teachers be appointed and working to be eligible for the TRB Special TNTET 2026?
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Answer: C. 01.09.2025
Eligibility requires teachers to be appointed before the stated date.
“Eligibility Date: 01.09.2025 (Teachers must be appointed and working before this date).”
Source: TRB Special TNTET – 2 Notification 2026 ↗Recruitment
Q10. What is the advertisement number for the GSSSB Additional Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) Class III 2026 recruitment?
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Answer: B. 463/202627
The advertisement number uniquely identifies the recruitment notification.
“The advertisement number is 463/202627.”
Source: GSSSB Additional Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) Class III Notification 2026 ↗