Contractual / Regular

DGFT Guwahati Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 2 Young Professional Posts

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Sep. 11, 2026
Young Professional (Economics / Legal / General Management / Technical)
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
2 Posts
Pay Scale
₹56,000/- Per Month (Consolidated)
Age Limit
Below 35 Years as on 01/07/2026
Job Location

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Aug 31, 2026

2

Starts

Aug 31, 2026

3

Deadline

Sep 16, 2026

4

Exam Date

TBA

Application Window31 Aug – 16 Sep 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must hold a degree in one of the following disciplines along with at least 1 year of relevant post-qualification experience and proficiency in computer skills:
1. Economics: Master's Degree in Economics (preferably with International Trade).
2. Legal: LL.M. or LL.B. with a PG Diploma in any legal subject.
3. General Management: MBA or equivalent from an institution ranked up to 100 in the NIRF Management category, or Master's in Public Policy / International Trade (multimedia/graphic design skills desirable).
4. Technical: B.Tech/B.E. in any discipline, MCA, or Master's in Data Science, Data Analytics, or Computational Mathematics.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Candidate must be below 35 years of age as on 1st July 2026.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Application Screening & Shortlisting

OnlineQualifying Only

Personal Interview (Online / In-Person)

OnlineMerit Scored

Applications submitted via email will be scrutinized on the basis of academic merit, relevant professional experience, and exposure to foreign trade. Shortlisted candidates will be intimated by email to appear for a personal interview before the Selection Committee. No requests for change of interview date/time will be entertained.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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Official weightage breakdown, qualification scoring, and interview evaluation criteria.

Evaluation Area / ComponentAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Academic Record & SpecializationMaster's in Economics/Public Policy, LLM/LLB with PG Diploma, MBA from NIRF top 100 institute, or B.Tech/MCA/Data Science
Relevant Post-Qualification ExperienceMinimum 1 year of demonstrated experience in foreign trade, economic policy analysis, legal compliance, supply chain, or data analytics
Foreign Trade & Regulatory Policy UnderstandingFamiliarity with Foreign Trade Policy (FTP), export promotion schemes (RoDTEP, EPCG, Advance Authorisation), and regional cross-border commerce
Technical, Analytical & Interview PerformanceProficiency in computer skills, data management/visualization tools, communication abilities, and problem-solving during personal interview

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

Young Professionals at the Office of the Joint DGFT Guwahati engage directly with the implementation of India's Foreign Trade Policy across the northeastern region. The office acts as a vital facilitation hub for cross-border trade with neighbouring countries (Bangladesh, Bhutan, Myanmar). Work involves issuing export authorizations/scrips, monitoring export obligations, analyzing regional trade data, organizing exporter outreach programs, and coordinating with customs, inland container depots, and industry associations.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

The posting is at the Office of the Joint DGFT, 209, R. G. Baruah Road, Guwahati, Assam - 781024. The engagement is initially for one (1) year, extendable annually up to a strict maximum ceiling of three (3) years. Official tours across India entail TA/DA entitlements on par with an Assistant Section Officer (ASO) in the Central Government.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

The position is purely contractual on a fixed monthly fee (₹56,000/-) with no provision for regularization, cadre absorption, or permanent appointment in the Indian Trade Service (ITS) or DGFT. However, firsthand regulatory and trade policy experience under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry provides strong career acceleration into international trade consulting, WTO law practices, multilateral agencies, and corporate EXIM logistics.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • Applications must be sent strictly via email to [email protected] on or before 16th September 2026 with the subject line 'Application for Young Professional'; submissions through other channels or late applications will be rejected.
  • Candidate must be below 35 years of age as on 01 July 2026.
  • Minimum one year of post-qualification experience in the relevant field is mandatory on the date of advertisement publication (31.08.2026).
  • For management candidates, the MBA/equivalent must be from an institution ranked among the top 100 in the NIRF Management category.
  • Engagement is purely temporary for a maximum tenure of 3 years and confers no right for subsequent government employment.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • UR2
Total Vacancies2 Posts

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Consolidated monthly fee of ₹56,000/- (subject to statutory TDS and Professional Tax deductions).

Consolidated fee of ₹56,000/- per month (minus applicable Professional Tax/TDS). No additional allowances are admissible. While on official tour, TA/DA is admissible as to Assistant Section Officer (ASO) of the Central Government. Initial engagement is for 1 year, extendable up to a maximum of 3 years.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

  1. Download the official recruitment advertisement and Application Form from the DGFT portal (dgft.gov.in).
  2. Fill out the prescribed Application Form for Young Professional with personal information, educational qualifications, and chronological employment history.
  3. Affix a passport-size photograph and sign the declaration.
  4. Prepare self-attested scanned copies of the signed application form, updated Resume, PAN card, valid Government Photo ID (such as Passport, Voter ID, or Driving License), and all relevant educational degree certificates and mark sheets.
  5. Send the completed application and scanned documents via email to [email protected] with the subject line "Application for Young Professional" on or before 16th September 2026.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

No application fee is required.

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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The deadline to email the application form and supporting documents to [email protected] is September 16, 2026.

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