MEA Section Officer Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for 60 Posts

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Find quick answers to common questions regarding the MEA Section Officer Deputation Recruitment 2026, covering vacancies, eligibility, and application details.

Q1. What is the total number of vacancies for the MEA Section Officer Recruitment 2026?

Ans: There are a total of 60 vacancies for Section Officer or equivalent posts.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for the MEA Section Officer Deputation posts?

Ans: The last date for forwarding applications through proper channel is 17 July 2026.

Q3. What is the application fee for this recruitment?

Ans: As per official notification.

Q4. What is the required educational qualification for these posts?

Ans: Officers working in any Ministry/Department/Office of the Central Government and holding analogous posts in Level 8/10 of the Pay Matrix on regular basis are eligible.

Q5. What is the selection process for the MEA Section Officer Deputation Recruitment?

Ans: The selection process is based on the scrutiny of applications forwarded through proper channel.

Q6. What is the age limit for applying to these positions?

Ans: The maximum age limit for appointment on deputation shall not exceed 56 years as on As per official notification.

Q7. What is the salary for the Section Officer posts in MEA?

Ans: The salary is as per Level 8/10 of the Pay Matrix (as per 7th CPC), admissible as per DoPT O.M. No. 6/8/2009-Estt. (Pay II) dated 17.06.2010 and amendments thereto.

Q8. What is the official website for this recruitment?

Ans: The official website for the Ministry of External Affairs is

Q9. What is the nature of appointment for these posts?

Ans: The nature of appointment is Deputation (not regular/permanent appointment), initially for 2 years and extendable as per extant rules.

Q10. Can individuals not in Central Government service apply?

Ans: No, this is a deputation vacancy, and only serving Central Government Officers are eligible. Applications from individuals not in Central Government service will not be considered.