About Job
The esteemed Competition Commission of India (CCI) invites applications from eligible Officers serving in the Central Government or State Governments for the critical role of Director General. This appointment is offered on a deputation (foreign service terms) basis, providing a unique opportunity for seasoned public administrators to contribute to India's competition policy framework. The selected officer will require extensive experience in areas such as investigation, management, and law, working at a Level 15 Pay Matrix position.
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Job Summary
Organization: Competition Commission of India (CCI)
Position: Director General
Application Deadline: 20th April, 2026 (5:00 P.M.)
Details of Position
The appointment for the post of Director General on deputation basis carries the following structure:
| Name of Post and Pay Scale | Pay Matrix Level | Eligibility Criteria (Officers of Central/State Govt.) |
|---|---|---|
| Director General | Level 15 (Rs.1,82,200-2,24,100) |
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Terms of Deputation: The period of deputation shall ordinarily not exceed three years, governed by DoPT O.M. No.6/8/2009-Estt. (Pay II) dated 17.06.2010.
Eligibility Details
- Eligibility: Applicants must be Officers of the Central Government or State Governments meeting the criteria detailed in the table above (analogous post or 3 years service at Pay Level-14/equivalent).
- Competencies: Must possess integrity, outstanding ability, and experience in investigation, accountancy, management, business, public administration, international trade, law, or economics.
- Age Limit: Maximum age limit for appointment shall not exceed fifty-eight years on the closing date of application receipt.
Application Details
Deadline: 20th April, 2026, by 5:00 P.M.
Method: Applications must be forwarded through proper channel. Conditional forwarding or applications received without prescribed documents will be summarily rejected.
Required Documents: Applicants must submit the prescribed pro-forma (Annexure-II), Cadre Clearance, Vigilance Clearance, Integrity Certificate (duly signed by an officer not below the rank of Deputy Secretary to the GOI), and attested copies of up-to-date APARs of the last five years.
Forwarding Address: Joint Director (HR), Competition Commission of India, 9th Floor, Office Block-1, Kidwai Nagar (East), New Delhi-110023.
Important Conditions
- No TA/DA will be payable for attending any interaction with the Selection Committee.
- The Commission reserves the right not to fill up the vacancy.
- Canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidate.
- Pay and Allowances will be as applicable to Central Government employees, with Medical reimbursement provided in lieu of CGHS benefits.
Important Links
No direct links were provided in the memorandum; please refer to the official CCI website for Annexures I and II and further details.
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