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🇮🇳 UPSC – Senior Director (Information System) Recruitment 2026
Filling up 01 (One) Vacancy on Deputation (ISTC) Basis
📅 Vacancy Circular Date: 04 May 2026 | Closing: 45 Days from Publication
🔔 Important Note: This is a Deputation (Including Short Term Contract – ISTC) vacancy. Only eligible officers from Central/State Government Departments, PSUs, Autonomous Bodies, Statutory Bodies, or Recognized Research Institutes/Universities may apply through proper channel.
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Senior Director (Information System)
01 (One)
Level 13-A (₹1,31,100 – 2,16,600)
45 Days from Circular (Approx. 18 June 2026)
UPSC Office, New Delhi
Deputation (ISTC) – Offline
Officers holding analogous posts with relevant IT qualifications
Maximum 56 years as on closing date
No Fee (Deputation)
📊 Vacancy Details at a Glance
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Pay Level | Pay Scale (7th CPC) | Recruitment Method | Posting Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Director (Information System) | 01 (One) | Level 13-A | ₹1,31,100 – ₹2,16,600 | Deputation (ISTC) | UPSC, New Delhi |
Note: "ISTC" means Including Short Term Contract. The appointment is purely on deputation basis. The period of deputation shall ordinarily not exceed 5 years.
🎯 Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications
📚 Eligibility Conditions (as per Deputation Rules)
Officers from the following organizations are eligible to apply:
- Central Government Departments
- State Government Departments
- Union Territory Administrations
- Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs)
- Autonomous Bodies / Statutory Bodies
- Recognized Research Institutes
- Universities / Semi-Government Organizations
Officers must satisfy one of the following service conditions:
- Holding analogous posts on a regular basis in the parent cadre/department; OR
- With 2 years' regular service in Level 13 (or equivalent) in the parent cadre/department; OR
- With 5 years' regular service in Level 12 (or equivalent) in the parent cadre/department.
🎓 Educational Qualifications (Essential)
- Master's Degree in Computer Application (MCA) OR M.Sc. (Computer Science / Information Technology) from a recognized University/Institute; OR
- Bachelor of Engineering / Bachelor of Technology (Computer Engineering / Computer Science / Computer Technology / Computer Science & Engineering / Information Technology) from a recognized University/Institute.
Experience Required: Minimum 12 years' post-qualification experience in the relevant areas of Programming or Information System in a Government office / PSU / Autonomous Body / Statutory Body / Recognized Institution.
🎂 Age Limit
- Maximum Age: Not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.
- No age relaxation – this is the standard deputation age cap for all categories.
📋 Other Conditions
- The period of deputation (including short-term contract) shall ordinarily not exceed 5 years.
- Departmental officers in the direct line of promotion shall not be eligible for consideration on deputation.
- The applicant must have clean service records and vigilance clearance.
- Cadre Controlling Authority must forward the application through proper channel.
💰 Salary, Pay & Perks
💵 Pay Scale Details
The post carries Level 13-A in the Pay Matrix (7th CPC):
- Basic Pay Range: ₹1,31,100 – ₹2,16,600 per month
- Grade Pay (Pre-revised): ₹8,900 (PB-4: ₹37,400 – ₹67,000)
- Dearness Allowance (DA): As applicable (~50%+ of Basic Pay)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA): 24% of Basic Pay (for New Delhi – 'X' class city)
- Transport Allowance: As per Level 13-A entitlement
Deputation Allowance: Appointees on deputation will have the option to either draw pay in Level 13-A or draw their grade pay plus deputation (duty) allowance as per GoI, DoPT guidelines.
🏥 Benefits & Perks
- Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) facilities
- Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
- General Pool Residential Accommodation (GPRA) – subject to availability
- Leave encashment as per Central Government rules
- NPS (National Pension System) / GPF as applicable
- Official vehicle / transport facility as per entitlement
📈 Career Growth Prospects
This is a senior-level position at the Director/Super Time Scale rank. As the head of Information Systems at UPSC, the officer plays a critical role in the digital transformation of India's premier recruitment body. Future growth paths may include elevation to Executive Director (IS) or lateral opportunities in other Central Government Ministries/Departments at Joint Secretary level.
🔍 Selection Process
Selection Method: Deputation (ISTC) – No Written Test / No Interview by UPSC.
- Applications received through proper channel will be scrutinized by the competent authority.
- A Departmental Promotion Committee (DPC) or similar mechanism assesses the suitability of candidates based on:
- Service records & ACRs/APARs (Annual Performance Appraisal Reports)
- Vigilance clearance & integrity certificate
- Relevant experience and qualifications
- Seniority and eligibility as per Recruitment Rules
- UPSC advises the Government on the suitability of candidates for deputation appointments in accordance with Recruitment Rules.
- The final selection is subject to approval by the competent authority and availability of vigilance clearance.
⚠️ Note: This is NOT a direct recruitment. Only serving officers who apply through proper channel with NOC from their Cadre Controlling Authority will be considered.
📝 How to Apply – Complete Offline Application Process
📬 Application Mode: Offline (Through Proper Channel Only)
- Download the Vacancy Circular: Visit the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in/vacancy-circulars and download the detailed vacancy circular (PDF) for "Senior Director (IS)" dated 04.05.2026.
- Read the Circular Carefully: Go through the eligibility conditions, educational qualifications, experience requirements, and age limit. Ensure you meet ALL criteria before applying.
- Prepare the Application: Fill out the application form in the prescribed format (as given in the vacancy circular annexure). Provide complete details:
- Full Name, Date of Birth, and Contact Details
- Educational Qualifications (from Matriculation onwards)
- Complete Service History with dates of appointment/promotion
- Present post held with pay scale and date of appointment
- Details of relevant experience in Information Systems/IT
- Attach Required Documents: Self-attested copies of all relevant documents (see checklist below).
- Get NOC & Forwarding: The application MUST be forwarded through the Cadre Controlling Authority / Employer with:
- No Objection Certificate (NOC)
- Vigilance Clearance Certificate
- Integrity Certificate
- Attested copies of ACRs/APARs for the last 5 years
- Cadre Clearance (if applicable)
- Statement that no major/minor penalty was imposed in the last 10 years
- Send the Application: The completed application along with all enclosures should reach the address mentioned in the vacancy circular within 45 days from the date of publication of the circular in 'Employment News'.
- Keep a Copy: Retain a copy of the complete application and forwarding letter for your records.
⚠️ Crucial Instructions:
- Applications received without proper channel forwarding or after the due date will be summarily rejected.
- Applications not accompanied by requisite certificates/documents will not be entertained.
- Incomplete applications will be rejected without any notice.
📂 Documents Checklist for Application
- ✅ Duly filled and signed application form in prescribed format
- ✅ Self-attested copy of Matriculation/Birth Certificate (DOB proof)
- ✅ Self-attested copies of all educational qualification certificates (Degree/Diploma)
- ✅ Self-attested copies of mark sheets (all years/semesters)
- ✅ Experience certificates (12+ years in Programming/Information System)
- ✅ Complete service book copies / service history
- ✅ Attested copies of ACRs/APARs for last 5 years
- ✅ Vigilance Clearance Certificate
- ✅ Integrity Certificate from the employer
- ✅ No Objection Certificate (NOC) from Cadre Controlling Authority
- ✅ Statement of no major/minor penalty in last 10 years
- ✅ Cadre Clearance Certificate (if applicable)
- ✅ Forwarding letter from the Head of Department/Organization
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⚠️ Disclaimer
This blog post is for informational purposes only. We have sourced details from the official UPSC vacancy circular (VacCircSeniorDirectorIS-Engl-040526.pdf) and publicly available government recruitment rules. Due to technical limitations, we were unable to directly access the UPSC website at the time of composing this post. Candidates are strongly advised to read the original official vacancy circular available at upsc.gov.in/vacancy-circulars and verify all eligibility conditions, the last date, and application format before applying. We are not an official UPSC site and do not guarantee job placement. The application process and rules are subject to change as per UPSC decisions. External links are provided for convenience; we are not responsible for their content. All intellectual property rights belong to respective owners. Beware of fraudsters demanding money for government jobs – UPSC never asks for payment for deputation vacancies. In case of any dispute, jurisdiction is New Delhi only.
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