NWDA Director General Recruitment 2026: Eligibility, Application Process, and Selection Details
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Vacancy/Update Name: NWDA Director General at a Glance | Official Website: https://jalshakti-dowr.gov.in | Official Notification/PDF: https://www.jalshakti-dowr.gov.in/static/uploads/2026/11/eaae9db68fe697eab65ade76e851fc92.pdf
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | National Water Development Agency (NWDA), under Ministry of Jal Shakti |
| Post | Director General, NWDA (Group ‘A’ Non-Ministerial, Engineering) |
| Vacancies | 01 (one) |
| Pay | Rs. 1,82,200 to Rs. 2,24,100 (Pay Matrix Level-15) |
| Mode of Filling | Deputation (including short-term contract) |
| Experience Required | Minimum 20 years in Water Resources, with 10 years at senior management level |
| Age Limit | Maximum 58 years as on closing date |
| Location | New Delhi |
| Application Deadline | Within 45 days from 4 November 2026 (about 19 December 2026) |
| Selection Process | Assessment of CV and documents by Selection Committee |
यह तालिका NWDA के निदेशक जनरल पद की मुख्य जानकारी जैसे वेतन, अनुभव, आवेदन की अंतिम तिथि और चयन प्रक्रिया को एक साथ प्रस्तुत करती है, जिससे उम्मीदवार को पूरी भर्ती प्रक्रिया का एक सारांश मिलता है।
The post of Director General, National Water Development Agency (NWDA), in Pay Matrix Level-15 (Rs. 182200-224100/-), is open to officers with a Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent and at least 20 years of professional experience in the field of Water Resources, including at least 10 years at the senior management level. The Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation, Ministry of Jal Shakti, has invited applications for this 01 (one) post, to be filled on deputation (including short-term contract). Applications in triplicate go through proper channel to the Under Secretary (Estt.IV) in New Delhi, and by email, within 45 days from the date of issue/publishing of the advertisement in the Employment News – about 19 December 2026 (45 days from 4 November 2026).
इस पद के लिए सिविल इंजीनियरिंग में डिग्री और जल संसाधन क्षेत्र में 20 वर्षों का अनुभव जरूरी है, जिसमें कम से कम 10 साल वरिष्ठ प्रबंधन स्तर पर होना चाहिए। आवेदन 45 दिनों के अंदर आधिकारिक चैनल और ईमेल से करना होगा।
NWDA Director General at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | National Water Development Agency (NWDA), under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation |
| File No. | A-12026/1/2024-E-IV |
| Post | Director General, NWDA (Group ‘A’ Non-Ministerial (Engineering)) |
| Vacancies | 01 (one) |
| Pay | Rs. 1,82,200 to Rs. 2,24,100 a month (Pay Matrix Level-15) |
| Mode of Filling | Deputation (including short-term contract) |
| Experience Required | At least 20 years in Water Resources, of which at least 10 years at senior management level |
| Age Limit | Maximum 58 years as on the closing date for receipt of applications |
| Job Location | New Delhi |
| How to Apply | Offline through proper channel, in triplicate, and by email |
| Last Date | Within 45 days from the date of issue/publishing in the Employment News (about 19 December 2026, counted from the notice date of 4 November 2026) |
| Selection | Assessment of the Curriculum Vitae and documents by the Selection Committee |
यह सारांश बताता है कि यह पद केवल एक है, वेतन स्तर उच्च है, और आवेदन प्रक्रिया में अधिकारियों के दस्तावेजों का मूल्यांकन किया जाएगा। आवेदन के लिए अंतिम तिथि स्पष्ट रूप से 45 दिन निर्धारित है।
The official notification does not specify the application fee.
आवेदन शुल्क के बारे में कोई जानकारी आधिकारिक अधिसूचना में नहीं दी गई है, इसलिए उम्मीदवारों को शुल्क न देने की संभावना पर ध्यान देना चाहिए।
About NWDA
The National Water Development Agency (NWDA) is an Autonomous Body registered under the Society Registration Act, 1860, under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation, Government of India. The Director General is the Executive Head of the Agency. The vacancy notice is issued by the Department from Shram Shakti Bhavan, Rafi Marg, New Delhi.
NWDA जल संसाधन मंत्रालय के अंतर्गत स्वायत्त संस्था है, और इसके निदेशक जनरल एजेंसी के प्रमुख होते हैं, जो इसके सभी तकनीकी कार्यों का नेतृत्व करते हैं।
Who Can Apply
The NWDA Director General post can be filled in two ways, and each route has its own eligibility. Both routes require the same educational qualification and experience.
A. By Deputation
Officers under the departments of Central Government/State Governments who meet any one of these service conditions:
- Holding an analogous post on regular basis in the parent cadre/department; or
- Having 3 years’ regular service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on regular basis in Level-14 of the Pay Matrix (Rs. 1,44,200-2,18,200) or equivalent in the parent cadre/department; or
- Officers with 25 years’ regular service in Group ‘A’ posts, out of which at least one year regular service should be in Level-14 of the Pay Matrix or equivalent posts in the parent cadre/department;
and possessing the following educational qualification and experience:
- Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized university/Institution.
- Having worked extensively in the field of Water Resources with at least 20 years of professional experience in surveys, investigations, planning and preparation of project reports, design and construction of major irrigation, hydro-electric, flood control and multipurpose projects, of which at least 10 years’ experience should be in the senior management level.
B. By Short-Term Contract
Candidates belonging to organisations other than those specified for deputation, possessing the following qualification and experience:
- Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized University/Institution.
- Having worked extensively in the field of Water Resources with at least 20 years of professional experience in surveys, investigations, planning and preparation of project reports, design and construction of major irrigation, hydro-electric, flood control and multipurpose projects, of which at least 10 years’ experience should be in the senior management level.
Age Limit
The maximum age limit for appointment on deputation (including short-term contract) is 58 years as on the closing date for receipt of applications. The notice does not mention any age relaxation.
Other Condition
The officer should not have been on Deputation/Foreign Service during the last one year, counted till the last date for receipt of applications. Candidates should check the official notification for the full eligibility conditions of the post.
इस पद के लिए आवेदन करने वाले अधिकारी या उम्मीदवार के पास सिविल इंजीनियरिंग में डिग्री और 20 साल का जल संसाधन क्षेत्र का अनुभव होना चाहिए, जिसमें कम से कम 10 साल वरिष्ठ प्रबंधन स्तर पर हो। आवेदन दो तरह से हो सकता है: डिप्यूटेशन के तहत या शॉर्ट-टर्म कॉन्ट्रैक्ट पर। आयु सीमा 58 साल है और पिछले एक वर्ष में डिप्यूटेशन पर नहीं होना चाहिए।
Pay and Terms
- Pay: Pay Matrix Level-15 (Rs. 182200-224100/-). The notice does not mention HRA or other allowances.
- Classification: Group ‘A’ Non-Ministerial (Engineering).
- Period of deputation, including the period of deputation in another ex-cadre post held immediately preceding this appointment in the same or some other organisation/department of the Central Government, shall ordinarily not exceed 5 years.
- The terms and conditions of the selected officer as Director General, NWDA, shall be governed by the DoP&T’s Consolidated Guidelines dated 28.03.2024 on “Regulation of Terms & Conditions Governing Deputation/Foreign Service of Employees to/from Central Government”, as amended from time to time.
- Place of posting: New Delhi.
निदेशक जनरल के पद पर वेतन स्तर 15 में वेतन मिलेगा, डिप्यूटेशन की अवधि सामान्यतः 5 साल तक होगी, और पद दिल्ली में स्थित है। अन्य भत्तों की जानकारी अधिसूचना में नहीं दी गई है।
NWDA Director General Job Description
As printed in the notice, the Director General:
- is the Executive Head of the Agency;
- has to supervise, guide and coordinate all technical studies and surveys towards achievement of the objectives of the Agency.
निदेशक जनरल एजेंसी के कार्यों का नेतृत्व करता है और सभी तकनीकी कार्यों तथा सर्वेक्षणों का पर्यवेक्षण करता है ताकि एजेंसी के लक्ष्यों को पूरा किया जा सके।
How to Apply for NWDA Director General
- Fill in the Bio-data given as Annexure-II of the notice, giving qualifications, employment details in chronological order, present pay and the basis applied for.
- Get the “Certification by the Employer/ Cadre Controlling Authority” completed and countersigned with seal.
- Send the application in triplicate, complete in all respects, through proper channel to: The Under Secretary (Estt.IV), Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation, Ministry of Jal Shakti, Room No. 435 (B), Shram Shakti Bhavan, Rafi Marg, New Delhi – 110001.
- Also send the application by email to [email protected] and [email protected].
- Make sure the application is received within 45 days from the date of issue/publishing of the advertisement in the Employment News.
Details of the post and eligibility conditions are also available at jalshakti-dowr.gov.in, nwda.gov.in and dopt.gov.in, as stated in the notice.
आवेदन के लिए विशेष फार्म (Annexure-II) भरना होगा, नियोक्ता द्वारा प्रमाणित कराना होगा, और आवेदन तीन प्रतियों में सही चैनल से भेजना होगा। साथ ही ईमेल से भी आवेदन भेजना अनिवार्य है, और इसे 45 दिनों के अंदर प्राप्त होना चाहिए।
Documents named in the notice
- Bio-data (Annexure-II), in triplicate, signed by the candidate with address and date.
- Separate sheet duly authenticated by signature for employment details or additional information, if space is insufficient.
- Employer certification that no vigilance or disciplinary case is pending/contemplated and that integrity is certified.
- CR Dossier in original, or photocopies of the ACRs for the last 5 years duly attested by an officer of the rank of Under Secretary of the Govt. of India or above.
- Certificate that no major/minor penalty was imposed during the last 10 years, or a list of such penalties.
- For officers already on deputation: application forwarded by the parent cadre/Department with Cadre Clearance, Vigilance Clearance and Integrity certificate.
- For applicants from organisations not following Central Government pay scales: the latest salary slip showing basic pay, scale and allowances.
आवेदन के साथ उम्मीदवार को बायोडाटा, रोजगार विवरण, निगरानी और अनुशासन से संबंधित प्रमाणपत्र, पिछले 5 वर्षों के सेवा मूल्यांकन, और सैलरी स्लिप जैसी जरूरी दस्तावेज़ जमा करने होंगे। डिप्यूटेशन पर पहले से मौजूद अधिकारियों को अतिरिक्त क्लियरेंस भी देना होगा।
Selection Process
As per the declaration in the Bio-data, the information in the Curriculum Vitae, supported by the documents on essential qualification and work experience, will be assessed by the Selection Committee at the time of selection. The notice does not mention a written test or an interview date.
चयन समिति उम्मीदवार के बायोडाटा और अनुभव संबंधी दस्तावेजों का मूल्यांकन करेगी, और कोई लिखित परीक्षा या साक्षात्कार के बारे में सूचना नहीं है।
Important Instructions
- Applications should be from officers who can be spared immediately in the event of selection.
- Advance copies of applications not forwarded through proper channel are liable to be rejected.
- Applications received after the prescribed period, or not accompanied by the requisite information/documents, are liable to be rejected.
- Pay Band and Grade Pay granted under ACP/MACP should not be shown as the pay of the post held; only the pay scale of the post held on regular basis is to be mentioned.
- The English version of the notice prevails in case of any discrepancy with the Hindi translation.
- Contact given in the notice: Sameer Kumar Munda, Under Secretary to the Govt. of India, Tel. 011-23716252, E-mail [email protected].
आवेदन तभी स्वीकार होंगे जब अधिकारी तुरंत पद से मुक्त हो सकें, आवेदन सही चैनल से भेजे जाएं, और सभी आवश्यक दस्तावेज सही समय पर जमा हों। वेतन स्तर सही ढंग से दिखाना जरूरी है और किसी विवाद में अंग्रेजी सूचना मान्य रहेगी।
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| NWDA Director General Bio-data / Application Form | Annexure-II format for the application |
| NWDA Director General Official Notification PDF | Vacancy notice No. A-12026/1/2024-E-IV dated 4 November 2026 |
| Department of Water Resources Official Website | jalshakti-dowr.gov.in |
सूचना और आवेदन फॉर्म संबंधित आधिकारिक वेबसाइटों पर उपलब्ध हैं, जहां से फॉर्म डाउनलोड करके आवेदन किया जा सकता है।
NWDA Director General Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are there in NWDA Recruitment 2026?
There is 01 (one) post of Director General, National Water Development Agency (NWDA).
Q2. What is the last date to apply for NWDA Director General?
Applications must be received within 45 days from the date of issue/publishing of the advertisement in the Employment News, which is about 19 December 2026 when counted from the notice date of 4 November 2026.
Q3. What qualification is required for NWDA Director General?
A Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized University/Institution, with at least 20 years of professional experience in the field of Water Resources, of which at least 10 years should be at the senior management level.
Q4. What is the age limit for NWDA Director General?
The maximum age limit for appointment on deputation (including short-term contract) is 58 years as on the closing date for receipt of applications.
Q5. What is the salary of NWDA Director General?
The post is in Pay Matrix Level-15 (Rs. 182200-224100/-).
Q6. How do I apply for the NWDA Director General post?
Send the Bio-data (Annexure-II) in triplicate through proper channel to the Under Secretary (Estt.IV), DoWR, RD & GR, Room No. 435 (B), Shram Shakti Bhavan, Rafi Marg, New Delhi – 110001, and by email to [email protected] and [email protected].
Q7. How will the NWDA Director General be selected?
The Curriculum Vitae and the supporting documents on essential qualification and work experience will be assessed by the Selection Committee at the time of selection.
Q8. Who can apply on short-term contract?
Candidates belonging to organisations other than the Central/State Government departments specified for deputation may apply on short-term contract, if they hold the Civil Engineering degree and the required 20 years’ experience.
Q9. How long is the deputation period for NWDA Director General?
The period of deputation, including any immediately preceding ex-cadre deputation in the Central Government, shall ordinarily not exceed 5 years.
Q10. Can an officer who was recently on deputation apply?
The officer should not have been on Deputation/Foreign Service during the last one year, counted till the last date for receipt of applications.
प्रमुख प्रश्नोत्तर से स्पष्ट होता है कि केवल एक पद है, आवेदन की अंतिम तिथि और योग्यता के मानक स्पष्ट हैं, तथा चयन केवल दस्तावेजों के मूल्यांकन से होगा। डिप्यूटेशन की अवधि 5 साल तक सीमित है और हाल ही में डिप्यूटेशन पर रहने वाले अधिकारी आवेदन नहीं कर सकते।
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यह भर्ती वरिष्ठ स्तर के अधिकारियों के लिए है जो जल संसाधन क्षेत्र में गहन अनुभव रखते हैं। आवेदन प्रक्रिया में सटीक दस्तावेज़ीकरण और समय पर आवेदन जरूरी है। डिप्यूटेशन या शॉर्ट-टर्म कॉन्ट्रैक्ट के माध्यम से पद भरा जाएगा। चयन केवल अनुभव और योग्यता के आधार पर होगा, इसलिए उम्मीदवारों को अपनी सेवा विवरणी और प्रमाणपत्र पूरी तैयारी के साथ जमा करने चाहिए।
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