CCI Recruitment 2026: 29 Deputation Posts

Introduction

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has announced a recruitment drive to fill 29 vacant positions within the office of the Director General on a deputation basis. This opportunity is for experienced professionals and administrative staff seeking to serve on foreign service terms for an initial period of three years, extendable based on performance. The recruitment aims to bring in skilled individuals from All India Services, Central Civil Services Group 'A', and other eligible government organizations, autonomous bodies, and academic institutions. The application process is offline, requiring candidates to submit their applications through the proper channel by the stipulated deadline. This notice provides essential details regarding the posts, eligibility criteria, age limits, salary, and the application procedure. Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification for complete information before applying, as the final details are governed by the official document.

Recruitment Overview

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has announced a total of 29 vacancies for various posts on a deputation basis. The vacancies are distributed across the following positions:

• Additional Director General: 02 Posts
• Joint Director General: 07 Posts
• Deputy Director General: 12 Posts
• Deputy Director General (CS): 01 Post
• Assistant Director General (CS): 03 Posts
• Office Manager (CS): 04 Posts

Please note that the number of vacancies is liable to change without notice.

Educational Qualifications and Eligibility

This recruitment is open to officers who are employees of the All India Services, Central Civil Services Group 'A', or Autonomous Organizations, Regulatory Authorities, Universities, or Academic/Research Institutions of Central/State Governments. Applicants must be willing to serve on deputation on foreign service terms for a period of three years, subject to satisfactory performance.

• Additional Director General (Level 13A): Essential qualifications include working in an analogous post or grade, or having 01 year of experience in GP of Rs. 8700/- (Level-13), or 05 years of service in GP of Rs. 7600/- (Level 12) or equivalent. Must have experience in investigation/enforcement of any Economic/Regulatory Law. Desirable: Bachelor's degree in Law/Economics/Commerce/Business Administration with finance & accounts/CA/CS/Cost Accountant or equivalent, and experience in Competition Law/Matters.
• Joint Director General (Level 13): Essential qualifications include working in an analogous post or grade, or having 03 years of experience in GP of Rs. 7600/- (Level-12), or 06 years combined service in GP of Rs. 7600/- (Level-12) and GP of Rs. 6600/- (Level 11) (at least 02 years in GP 7600/-), or 08 years of service in GP Rs. 6600/- (Level 11) or equivalent. Must have experience in investigation under any Economic Law (e.g., Income Tax, Customs, Enforcement). Desirable: Bachelor's degree in Law/Economics/Commerce/Business Administration with finance & accounts/CA/CS/Cost Accountant or equivalent, and experience in Competition Law/Matters.
• Deputy Director General (Level 12): Essential qualifications include working in an analogous post or grade, or 04 years of experience in GP of Rs. 6600/- (Level-11) or equivalent, or 06 years combined service in GP of Rs. 6600/- (Level 11) and GP of Rs. 5400/- (Level 10) (at least 02 years in GP 6600/-), or 08 years of service in GP Rs. 5400/- (Level 10) or equivalent. Must have experience in investigation under any Economic Law (e.g., Income Tax, Customs, Enforcement).

• Deputy Director General (Corporate Services) (Level 12): Essential qualifications include officers working in an analogous post/grade, or having 05 years of experience in Pay Level -11 or equivalent in the relevant field (Establishment/Personnel Management/Secretarial Practices/Administration). Desirable: Higher qualification and experience will be given preference.
• Assistant Director General (CS) (Level 11): Essential qualifications include officers working in an analogous post/grade, or five years of experience in Pay Level 10; or six years of experience in Pay Level 8; or seven years of experience in Pay Level 7; or ten years of experience in Pay Level 6 or equivalent in the relevant field (Establishment/Personnel Management/Secretarial Practices/Administration). Desirable: Higher qualification and experience will be given preference.
• Office Manager (CS) (Level 09): Essential qualifications include officers working in an analogous post/grade, or two years of experience in Pay Level 8; or three years of experience in Pay Level 7; or eight years of experience in Pay Level 6 or equivalent in the relevant field (Establishment/Personnel Management/Secretarial Practices/Administration). Desirable: Higher qualification and experience will be given preference.

All eligibility conditions must be fulfilled as on the closing date and time for receipt of applications.

Age Limit and Relaxation

The maximum age limit for appointment on deputation basis shall not exceed 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications by CCI. No specific age relaxations for categories are mentioned in the supplied notification.

Application Fee

The supplied notification does not specify any application fee for this recruitment.

Salary and Pay Scale

The posts are offered at various Pay Levels as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC):

• Additional Director General: Pay Matrix Level 13A
• Joint Director General: Pay Matrix Level 13
• Deputy Director General: Pay Matrix Level 12
• Deputy Director General (CS): Pay Matrix Level 12
• Assistant Director General (CS): Pay Matrix Level 11
• Office Manager (CS): Pay Matrix Level 09

In addition to the basic pay, the selected candidates will be entitled to Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Transport Allowance (TA) as per the rates applicable to Central Government employees. Fixation of pay and deputation (duty) allowance will be governed by DOP&T instructions. Medical reimbursement is admissible as per CCI service rules, in lieu of CGHS benefits.

Selection Process

The official notification does not detail the specific selection process. However, applications will be forwarded through proper channel, and it is implied that a Selection Committee will assess the candidates. Further interactions or assessments may be conducted.

Application Procedure

Eligible and willing candidates whose services can be spared immediately upon selection should forward their applications through the proper channel. The application must be complete in all respects and submitted in the prescribed Pro-forma (Annexure-III).

Applications, along with all necessary documents, should reach the following address:

Deputy Director (HR),
Competition Commission of India,
9th Floor, Office Block-1,
Kidwai Nagar (East),
New Delhi-110023

The application must reach the above address latest by 21 December 2026, by 5:00 PM. Applications received after the due date and time will not be considered. Employers are required to provide a certificate confirming the correctness of the applicant's details and their eligibility.

Required Documents

Applicants must submit the following documents along with their application:

• Cadre Clearance Certificate
• Vigilance Clearance Certificate
• Integrity Certificate
• Attested copies of up-to-date Annual Performance Appraisal Reports (APARs) for the last five years.

The employer/head of the office must also provide a certificate confirming the applicant's details, educational qualifications, experience, and that no vigilance/disciplinary/criminal cases are pending or contemplated against the applicant. The applicant's integrity must be certified, and details of any penalties imposed in the last ten years should be provided.

Important Instructions and Common Mistakes

• Proper Channel: Applications must be forwarded through the candidate's current employer. Applications sent directly by candidates or without the employer's endorsement will be summarily rejected.
• Completeness: Ensure the application is complete in all respects and includes all required documents. Incomplete applications or those missing certificates will be rejected.
• Timeliness: Applications must reach the specified address by the closing date and time (21 December 2026, 5:00 PM). Delays in postal transit are the applicant's responsibility.
• Age Limit: Verify that your age does not exceed 56 years as of the closing date.
• Eligibility Criteria: Carefully match your current service, grade, and experience with the essential qualifications for the post you are applying for.
• Canvassing: Any form of canvassing will lead to disqualification.
• No TA/DA: Candidates called for an interaction will not be paid any travel or daily allowance.

Official Notification and Application Links

FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for the CCI recruitment?
A1: The last date to submit applications is 21 December 2026, by 5:00 PM.

Q2: What is the maximum age limit for applicants?
A2: The maximum age limit is 56 years as on the closing date for receipt of applications.

Q3: Is this recruitment for freshers?
A3: No, this recruitment is on a deputation basis, meaning it is for officers already serving in specific government services or organizations.

Q4: How should I apply for these posts?
A4: Applications must be forwarded through the proper channel by your current employer to the Deputy Director (HR), Competition Commission of India, New Delhi.