Department of Personnel & Training (DoPT) 2026 Recruitment: Chief Executive Officer (CMHA) Deputation Vacancy

This role is ideal for seasoned Group 'A' officers from All India Services or Organized Group 'A' Services of the Government of India, currently serving at Deputy Secretary/Director level or equivalent. Candidates should possess extensive experience in mental or public health sectors, institutional governance, administration in statutory/regulatory bodies, and familiarity with Government of India Secretariat procedures and relevant legal frameworks. This is a deputation opportunity, requiring strong leadership and administrative acumen.

Individuals who are not currently serving as Deputy Secretary/Director level officers in All India Services or Organized Group 'A' Services under the Central Staffing Scheme should not apply. Those lacking significant experience in public/mental health administration, institutional governance, or central government secretariat procedures will find this role unsuitable. This is a deputation post, not a direct recruitment for fresh candidates or those outside central government services.

Serving as Chief Executive Officer in the Central Mental Health Authority (CMHA), under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, is a highly prestigious Group 'A' deputation role. It offers a significant platform for policy implementation and institutional leadership at the national level. The role provides an opportunity to contribute to critical public health initiatives, enhance one's profile within the government, and gain exposure to high-level administrative responsibilities.