CACP Upper Division Clerk Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for 2 UDC Posts - Notification, Eligibility, Salary

Recruitment Overview

• The Commission for Agricultural Costs & Prices (CACP), an attached office under the administrative control of the Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India, has released a notification for the recruitment of Upper Division Clerk (UDC). This recruitment drive aims to fill 2 vacancies on a deputation basis at the Pay Level-4 of the Pay Matrix (Rs. 25,500-81,100). The posting location is at Krishi Bhawan/Shastri Bhawan, New Delhi.
• This is a Direct Recruitment process based on deputation merit, not a competitive examination. Interested eligible Central Government officials must apply offline through the proper channel.

Vacancy Details (Detailed Breakdown)

• Note: Total 2 posts are available. These are General Central Service, Group 'C', Non-Gazetted, Ministerial posts.

1. Educational Qualification & Experience

• Officers under Central Government:
• Holding an analogous post on a regular basis; OR
• With eight years' regular service in the grade of Lower Division Clerk (LDC) or equivalent.

2. Age Limit

• Maximum Age: 56 years.
• Age as on: Calculated as of the closing date of receipt of applications (25 April 2026).

4. Age Relaxation

• Age relaxation rules for SC/ST/OBC are generally not applicable for deputation posts unless specified. The maximum age is strictly 56 years.

Selection Process

• Since this is a deputation-based recruitment, the selection is based on merit and suitability assessed from the applications and supporting documents. No written exam or interview details are specified in the notification.
• Selection Stages: Application Screening → Document Verification → Selection by Committee.
• Method: Deputation basis (Merit-based).

Application Fee

• Not specified in the notification. Generally, no fee is required for Central Government deputation posts.

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

• Visit the official website of CACP or download the notification PDF.
• Read the notification carefully and check eligibility criteria.
• Prepare the application in the prescribed format (Annexure-II).
• Attach the required documents: Bio-data (duplicate), attested APARs for last 5 years, Vigilance Clearance certificate, and other relevant certificates.
• Send the application through proper channel to the following address:
• Assistant Director (Admn.)Commission for Agricultural Costs & Prices (CACP)Room No. 217, F Wing, Shastri BhawanNew Delhi - 110001
• Ensure the application reaches within 60 days from the date of publication in Employment News (i.e., by 25 April 2026).

Important Dates

• Notification Release: 26 February 2026
• Application Start: 26 February 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 25 April 2026
• Crucial Date for Eligibility: Closing date of receipt of applications (25 April 2026)

Important Links Section

• Download Official Notification PDF
• View Official Website

• Download Official Notification PDF ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.
• View Official Website ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.

What is the age limit for the UDC post?

• The maximum age limit is 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications (25 April 2026).

What is the salary for the UDC post?

• The salary is in Level-4 (Rs. 25,500 - 81,100) in the Pay Matrix.