The Directorate General of Performance Management (DGPM), under the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC), has released an official recruitment notification inviting applications for the post of Additional Assistant Director on a deputation basis. This is a prestigious opportunity for eligible central government employees to serve in various Directorates across India. The notification was published in the Employment News/Rozgar Samachar on 28 March 2026.
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Overview Summary Table
Vacancy Details
Post: Additional Assistant Director (AAD)
Total Tentative Vacancies: 172
These vacancies are spread across 95 Directorates and 03 Stations under CCA, DGPM throughout the country. The exact number of vacancies may vary. Applicants may indicate their preference for up to:
- 05 Directorates (as per Annexure B(i))
- 03 Stations (as per Annexure B(ii))
Preferences expressed are NOT a guarantee of posting at the chosen Directorate/Station.
Proposed Places of Posting
Salary / Pay Scale
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
As per the Recruitment Rules of Additional Assistant Director dated 31.03.2022, the detailed eligibility criteria including:
- Educational Qualification
- Experience requirements
- Other eligibility conditions
…are listed in Annexure-C, available on CBIC website: www.cbic.gov.in and https://dgpm.gov.in.
Service Eligibility (Deputation Basis)
Since the recruitment is strictly on deputation basis, candidates must be:
- Central Government employees currently serving in a relevant Group B or C cadre
- Officers holding analogous posts or posts in the feeder grade
- Nominated through proper channel by the concerned Ministry/Department/Organisation (CCA)
- Possessing NOC (No Objection Certificate) from the parent department
Age Limit
The specific age limit is detailed in Annexure-C on the CBIC official website. Generally for deputation posts in CBIC:
- Maximum age limit is typically 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications
- Age relaxation applicable as per Central Government norms for SC/ST/OBC candidates
- Since it's a deputation post, the standard upper age limit for deputation is 56 years
âš ï¸ Candidates are advised to confirm exact age criteria in Annexure-C available on the official website.
Application Fee
This is a Deputation-based Government recruitment. No application fee is required from any category of candidates (General, OBC, SC/ST, PwD, Ex-Servicemen, etc.).
Selection Process
Being a deputation-based appointment, there is no written examination or interview in the traditional sense. The selection follows an administrative process:
How to Apply
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Published in Employment News | 28 March 2026 |
| Start of Application Submission | 28 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 12 May 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Posting Order (tentative) | To be announced after selection |
Important Instructions & Rules
About DGPM & CBIC
The Directorate General of Performance Management (DGPM) is the cadre control authority in respect of Group 'B' and 'C' cadres, including the post of Additional Assistant Director, in various Directorates under CBIC.
Together, these Directorates under the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) deal with a wide range of functions, including:
- Investigations in cases of evasion of duties/taxes
- Human resource development and infrastructure
- Audit, inspections
- Legal and appellate matters
- Systems and data management
- Data analysis
Office Address: 5th Floor, Drum Shaped Building, I.P. Bhawan, I.P. Estate, New Delhi - 110002 | Email: dgpm-cbic@gov.in
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for DGPM AAD Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit applications through proper channel is 12 May 2026 by 5:00 PM, which is 45 days from the date of publication (28.03.2026) in the Employment News/Rozgar Samachar.
Q2. How many vacancies are available for AAD post in DGPM 2026?
There are 172 tentative vacancies for the post of Additional Assistant Director (AAD). The exact number may vary.
Q3. Can I apply directly to DGPM without going through my department?
No. Applications must be forwarded by the concerned CCA (Cadre Controlling Authority) through proper channel. No direct applications will be entertained. Advance copies will also NOT be considered.
Q4. Is there any application fee for DGPM AAD recruitment?
No application fee is required. Being a deputation-based government recruitment under CBIC, no fee is charged from any candidate.
Q5. What is the salary for Additional Assistant Director in DGPM?
The pay is Pay Matrix Level-8 (Rs.47,600 - Rs.1,51,100 per month). After 4 years of regular service at Level-8, officers become eligible for Level-9 (Rs.53,100 - Rs.1,67,800). In addition, DA, HRA, TA and other government allowances are applicable as per 7th CPC rules.
Q6. Can I withdraw my application after submission?
No. Once the application is forwarded by the Ministry/Department/Organisation, candidates will NOT be permitted to withdraw their candidature subsequently.
Q7. Where will I be posted after selection?
The proposed posting locations include New Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, and other stations across India. You may submit preferences for up to 05 Directorates and 03 Stations, but the final decision rests with DGPM/CBIC.
Q8. What is EN 52/107 referenced in the notification?
EN 52/107 is the Employment News reference number — it refers to Issue No. 52 of the Employment News/Rozgar Samachar in which this recruitment advertisement (Advertisement No. 107 in that issue) was published on 28 March 2026.
