Yes, a Person of Indian Origin (PIO) can work in India without the need for a separate visa or employment visa. For a stay in India under 180 days, a PIO doesn't need to register with FRRO, but if he wants to extend his stay in India, then he needs to register with the FRRO within 30 days.
Here are the documents that I have submitted to get my PIO card for the smooth application process:
For the Spouse of a PIO card, you need to submit the documents given below:
A person of Indian origin can work in India without getting a visa, and they also get admission in recognized Indian universities and colleges, including medical colleges, institutions of technology, and engineering colleges, as same as the NRI under the general categories.
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A PIO card holder cannot work in the government offices in India. However, you can apply for private jobs in Indian companies as a PIO cardholder.
Yes, as a PIO cardholder, I have applied for college admission, and I do work in India, but for the government offices and constitutional posts PIO card is not eligible to apply for a job.