Ministry of Jal Shakti Recruitment 2026 – Applications Invited for Commissioner (Command Area Development) Post | Last Date Extended

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Department of Water Resources Invites Applications for Commissioner (Command Area Development)

Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation has released a vacancy circular for filling the post of Commissioner (Command Area Development) on a deputation basis, including short-term contract. The department has also announced an extension of the application deadline, providing eligible officers with additional time to apply.

The Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation functions under the Ministry of Jal Shakti and plays a critical role in water resource management, irrigation development, river conservation, and sustainable utilization of water resources across India.

This is a prestigious senior-level opportunity for experienced government officers seeking to contribute to national water management and irrigation development initiatives.


Vacancy Details

Post Name

  • Commissioner (Command Area Development)

Number of Vacancies

  • 01 Post

Organization

  • Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation

Ministry

  • Ministry of Jal Shakti

Job Location

  • New Delhi, India

Recruitment Type

  • Deputation (Including Short-Term Contract)

Pay Level

  • Level-14 of Pay Matrix (7th CPC)

Category

  • General Central Service
  • Group ‘A’ Gazetted
  • Non-Ministerial

Eligibility Criteria

Applications are invited from eligible officers who fulfill the qualifications, experience, and service conditions prescribed by the Government of India.

Candidates should possess:

  • Relevant administrative experience
  • Experience in water resources, irrigation, command area development, or related sectors
  • Eligibility under deputation rules
  • Required service records and vigilance clearances

Detailed eligibility conditions and application format are available on the official Ministry website.


Required Documents

Applicants must submit:

  • Attested copies of ACRs/APARs for the preceding five years
  • Cadre Clearance Certificate
  • Vigilance Clearance Certificate
  • Integrity Certificate
  • Details of major/minor penalties, if any
  • Duly filled application form through proper channel

Incomplete applications are liable to be rejected.


Application Process

Eligible officers should submit applications through proper channel to:

Under Secretary (Admin)
Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation
Ministry of Jal Shakti
Room No. 424, Shram Shakti Bhawan
Rafi Marg, New Delhi – 110001

Advance Copy

Applicants may also send an advance copy via email:


Important Date

Extended Last Date

The last date for receipt of applications has been extended by 15 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News.

Candidates who have already applied do not need to submit a fresh application.


Selection Process

The recruitment process may include:

  • Application Screening
  • Eligibility Verification
  • Service Record Assessment
  • Deputation Approval
  • Document Verification

Selection will be made according to Government of India deputation guidelines.


Why Apply?

  • Senior Level-14 Government Position
  • Leadership role in national water management initiatives
  • Opportunity to contribute to irrigation and command area development projects
  • Work with the Ministry of Jal Shakti
  • Prestigious deputation assignment in New Delhi

Eligible officers are encouraged to apply before the extended deadline.

The Ministry of Jal Shakti has invited applications for the post of Commissioner (Command Area Development) on deputation including short-term contract basis. Eligible officers from Central Government departments can apply through proper channel. The application deadline has been extended by 15 days from the publication of the notification in Employment News.
Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation

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