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How to hire an office boy / peon

You need someone to help keep the office clean, stocked and running, and handle errands. Here is what to pay, what to look for, and the fastest way to find good candidates.

What to pay

Fresher0–1 year
₹9,000 – ₹13,000
a month · ₹1.1 lakh–₹1.6 lakh a year
Experienced2–5 years
₹12,000 – ₹16,000
a month · ₹1.4 lakh–₹1.9 lakh a year
Senior5+ years
₹15,000 – ₹20,000
a month · ₹1.8 lakh–₹2.4 lakh a year

Offering at or above the middle of the range brings more and better applicants. Pay by city

What to look for

  • 10th pass or above
  • Honest, punctual and polite
  • Able to read basic English
  • Two-wheeler and licence is a plus
  • Previous office experience is a plus

Signs of a strong candidate

  • A two-wheeler and licence for outside work
  • Basic computer use: printing, scanning, email
  • Large corporate offices pay more than small shops

Hire in 4 steps

  1. Write the job. Start from our office boy / peon job description and add your timings, location and benefits.
  2. Post it free on eGig with the salary shown. Verified employers go live at once, and matching members get it by email and WhatsApp.
  3. Shortlist and interview. Use a short practical task.
  4. Make the offer with the free offer letter generator, then an appointment letter on joining.
Post the job free

Questions employers ask

How much should I pay an office boy / peon?

Typical pay is ₹9,000–₹13,000 a month for a fresher and ₹12,000–₹16,000 with 2–5 years’ experience. Big-city employers usually pay 10–15% more.

Where can I find an office boy / peon?

Post the job free on eGig with the salary shown; jobs with salary get more applicants. You can also search member profiles by skill and city, and invite freelancers for short projects.

What should I ask in the interview?

Ask about real situations from their past work, test the core skill with a short task, and check how they communicate. Our free interview question list for this role has answers to look for.

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