Officers of the Central Government, State Governments, or Union Territories fulfilling the following conditions:
- Holding analogous posts on regular basis in the parent cadre/department; OR
- With 6 years regular service in posts in Level 5 of Pay Matrix (Rs. 29,200 - 92,300); OR
- With 10 years regular service in posts in Level 4 of Pay Matrix (Rs. 25,500 - 81,100); AND
- Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Business Studies, Economics, or Public Administration from a recognized university or institute; AND
- Minimum 2 years of experience in accounts/accounting work in any Government Office, PSU, Autonomous, or Statutory Organisation.
- Departmental Assistant Manager-cum-Store Keeper in Level 4 with 10 years regular service will also be considered along with outsiders (treated as promotion if selected).