Department of Commerce Recruitment 2026: 1 Deputy Development Commissioner (DDC) – Apply Offline @ commerce.nic.in

Notice information

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Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

• The period of deputation for the post of DDC shall ordinarily not exceed 03 years. The post is under deputation and does not confer permanent Government employment or lifetime pension entitlement.

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Deputy Development Commissioner (DDC): 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 / Statutory bodies. Holding analogous post on regular basis, or with 5 years of regular service in a post carrying Pay Level 10 as per the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. Desirable: Experience in industrial development, foreign trade, estate development and administration. Age Limit: Not exceeding 56 years as on 29 November 2026.
• Applicants must be relieved by their parent department in the event of selection. Applications not received in the prescribed format, received after the last date, or without confidential reports and other relevant documents will not be considered.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

• Deputation Selection: Candidates will be screened and selected on the basis of deputation selection criteria prescribed by the Department of Commerce.
• Document Verification: Shortlisted officers will undergo verification of Confidential Reports, Vigilance Clearance, and Cadre Clearance before final selection.
• No written test or interview is separately notified. Selection is purely by deputation assessment. No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending the selection process.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Prescribed Application Form (Annexure-II) filled in completely.
• Confidential Reports for the last five years in original or photocopies duly attested by an Under Secretary.
• Vigilance Clearance Certificate from the present department.
• Cadre Clearance Certificate confirming relieving in the event of selection.
• Self-attested copies of APARs / ACRs for the last five years.
• Two recent passport-size photographs and Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN).
• Forward the duly completed application along with all enclosures to: 'The Under Secretary (SEZ), Cabin No. 3001, 3rd Floor, Department of Commerce, Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi – 110001' so that it reaches on or before 29 November 2026.
• Important Links: Download Department of Commerce Deputy Development Commissioner Official Notification PDF (Advt No. K-43022/233/2026-SEZ) | Visit Department of Commerce Official Website

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Is there an application fee for the Deputy Development Commissioner post?

• No application fee is specified in the official notification.

What is the salary / pay for DDC under Department of Commerce?

• The remuneration is Pay Level 11 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix, which ranges from Rs. 67,700 to Rs. 2,08,700 per month, along with applicable dearness allowance and other allowances admissible to deputationists.

What is the age limit for this recruitment?

• The maximum age is 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of application (29 November 2026).