The Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Department of Commerce, New Delhi, has announced a recruitment notification for the post of Deputy Development Commissioner (DDC). There is a total of 1 vacancy available, and the last date for submission of applications is 29 November 2026.
Ministry of Commerce and Deputy Development Commissioner 2026: 1 Post: Overview
| Organization | Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Department of Commerce, New Delhi, Across India |
| Post Name | Deputy Development Commissioner (DDC) |
| Advt No | No.K-43022/233/2026-SEZ |
| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Job Location | Gurugram Cluster SEZs, Noida SEZ |
| Official Website | sezindia.gov.in |

Important Dates
The following are the important dates related to this recruitment notification:
| Notification Date | 30 October 2026 |
| Last Date | 29 November 2026 |
Application Fee
No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
| Category | Application Fee |
| All Categories | No fee specified |
Age Limit
The maximum age limit for applicants is 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of application.
| Maximum Age Limit | 56 years |
Vacancy Details
There is 1 vacancy available for the post of Deputy Development Commissioner (DDC).
| Post Name | Deputy Development Commissioner (DDC) |
| Total Vacancies | 1 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates must be officers from Central Government Services including All India Services (AIS) and organized Group ‘A’ Services, State Government Officers, Officers of Union Territories, PSUs, Autonomous bodies, or Statutory bodies holding analogous posts or with 5 years of service in pay level 10. Applicants must also be relieved in the event of selection. Desirable qualifications include experience in industrial development, foreign trade, estate development, and administration.
| Qualification | Officers from Central Governments Services including AIS and organized Group ‘A’ Services, State Government Officers/ Officers of Union Territories/ PSUs/ Autonomous bodies/ Statutory bodies holding analogous post or with 5 years service in pay level 10 |
| Experience | Holding analogous post on regular basis, or with 5 years of service in the post having Pay Level -10 as per the 7th CPC Pay matrix |
Salary and Pay Scale
The pay scale for the Deputy Development Commissioner (DDC) is Level 11 as per the 7th CPC pay matrix.
| Pay Level | Level 11 as per 7th CPC pay matrix |
Selection Process
The selection will be made through deputation selection.
- Submission of application in the prescribed format.
- Review of applications by the selection committee.
- Interview or further assessment if required.
How to Apply
Candidates must forward duly completed applications in the prescribed format (Annexure-II) along with required documents. Applications should be sent to the specified address within the stipulated time.
- Download the application form (Annexure-II).
- Fill out the application form completely.
- Attach complete and up-to-date Confidential Reports for the last five years.
- Include Vigilance Clearance and Cadre Clearance.
- Send the application to ‘The Under Secretary (SEZ), Cabin No. 3001, 3rd Floor, Department of Commerce, Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi-110001’ by post.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are freshers eligible?
No, freshers are not eligible as the position requires candidates to have prior experience in relevant posts or services.
What documents are needed at verification?
Candidates need to provide Confidential Reports, Vigilance Clearance, and Cadre Clearance during verification.
What is the mode of application?
The application must be submitted offline, either by post or in person.
Documents Required
- Duly completed application form (Annexure-II)
- Confidential Reports for the last five years
- Vigilance Clearance
- Cadre Clearance
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Not using the prescribed application format (Annexure-II).
- Missing the deadline for application submission.
- Failing to include required clearance documents.
- Incorrectly filling out the application form.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: वाणिज्य और उद्योग मंत्रालय, नई दिल्ली
- पद: उप विकास आयुक्त (DDC)
- कुल पद: 1
- योग्यता: केंद्रीय सरकारी सेवाओं के अधिकारी
- आयु सीमा: अधिकतम 56 वर्ष
- अंतिम तिथि: 29 नवंबर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑफलाइन, निर्धारित प्रारूप में भेजें