About Job
The Brahmaputra Board, functioning under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, is actively seeking experienced professionals for re-employment on a contractual basis in 2026. This specialized recruitment drive targets eligible retired government officers for crucial high-level engineering, administrative, and accounts positions. This presents a prime opportunity for seasoned experts to leverage their substantial experience in Water Resources Engineering & Management, based in Guwahati, Assam. Selection is not through an exam but via a Departmental Selection Committee (DSC) review followed by a personal interaction.
Table of Contents
- Job Summary
- Details of Position
- Eligibility Details
- Application Details
- Important Conditions
- Mode of Selection
- Important Links
Job Summary
The Brahmaputra Board, under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, has announced recruitment for experienced retired personnel for various posts, including Superintending Engineer and Executive Engineer. This engagement is purely temporary and contractual, intended to utilize proven expertise in relevant fields. The primary place of posting for all selected candidates will be Guwahati, Assam.
| Organization Name | Brahmaputra Board, Min. of Jal Shakti |
|---|---|
| Job Title(s) | Superintending Engineer, Executive Engineer, Sr. Accounts Officer, Section Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 30 (Tentative) |
| Application Deadline | 22.03.2026 |
Details of Position
The recruitment targets retired officers for the following positions. The number of vacancies is tentative and subject to administrative requirements.
- Superintending Engineer (Level-12): 09 Vacancies. Pay Scale: Rs. 78,800 – 2,09,200/-
- Executive Engineer (Civil) (Level-11): 17 Vacancies. Pay Scale: Rs. 67,700 – 2,08,700/-
- Executive Engineer (Mechanical) (Level-11): 01 Vacancy. Pay Scale: Rs. 67,700 – 2,08,700/-
- Sr. Accounts Officer (Level-11): 01 Vacancy. Pay Scale: Rs. 67,700 – 2,08,700/-
- Section Officer (Secretariat) (Level-7): 02 Vacancies. Pay Scale: Rs. 44,900 – 1,42,400/-
Note: Monthly remuneration will be calculated based on last pay drawn minus basic pension, plus admissible allowances, or 50% of last pay drawn if no pension is drawn.
Eligibility Details
Required Experience and Qualification
Applicants must be retired officers from Central/State Government, UT Administrations, PSUs, Autonomous Bodies, or Universities.
- Superintending Engineer (SE): Must have retired at Level-12 OR completed 5 years of regular service as Executive Engineer (Level-11). Requires minimum 10 years of relevant experience in Water Resources Engineering (e.g., Flood, Hydrology, Irrigation).
- Executive Engineer (Civil/Mechanical): Must have retired at Level-11 OR completed 5 years of regular service as Asst. Executive Engineer (Level-10). Requires minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Water Resources Engineering.
- Sr. Accounts Officer: Must have retired at Level-11 OR completed 5 years of regular service as Accounts Officer (Level-10). Requires minimum 3 years of experience in financial matters, Central Govt rules, accounts compilation, and CPWD system.
- Section Officer: Must have retired at Level-7 OR completed 5 years of regular service as Asst/Superintendent (Level-6). Requires minimum 3 years of experience in establishment matters and Govt rules.
Age Requirements
- Maximum Age Limit: 62 years, calculated as on the closing date of application (22.03.2026).
Application Details
- Application Deadline: 22nd March 2026.
- Application Method: Offline (Physical submission via Post) or via Email.
- Required Documents: Prescribed Bio-Data Proforma (Annexure-A), Comprehensive CV, Self-attested copies of ID proof, Educational Qualifications, Service Records, Last Pay Certificate/Pension Order, and Experience certificates.
- Submission Address: The Secretary, Brahmaputra Board, Basistha, Guwahati– 781029.
- Email Submission: Scanned copies can be sent to sec-brb@nic.in.
Important Conditions
- The engagement is strictly on a temporary, contractual basis.
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) is explicitly not admissible under any circumstances.
- Residential accommodation might be provided based on availability.
- No annual increments or Dearness Allowance will be applicable during the contract tenure.
- Working hours are 09:30 AM to 06:00 PM, requiring biometric attendance.
- Leave entitlement is 1.5 days per completed month (maximum 18 days annually); accumulation or encashment is not permitted.
Mode of Selection
Selection will be based on the following stages, as no written examination will be conducted:
- Initial scrutiny by the Departmental Selection Committee (DSC).
- Shortlisting followed by a Personal Interaction or Presentation.
- Mandatory verification of original certificates (Educational, Service, and Pay related documents).
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