Ministry of MSME & Coir Board Secretary Recruitment 2026: 1 Group A Deputation Vacancy

This high-level deputation role is ideal for experienced Group 'A' officers from All India Services, Central Services, or State Services. Candidates must currently hold, or be eligible for, posts equivalent to a Deputy Secretary to the Government of India. A strong record of administrative service, leadership, and a commitment to government functions are essential. The role demands individuals with a clean vigilance record and consistently satisfactory performance appraisals.

Officers holding posts in a pay level lower than Level-13, or those from Autonomous Bodies, Statutory Bodies, or Public Sector Undertakings, are not eligible. Individuals with any vigilance cases pending or contemplated, or those who have incurred major/minor penalties in the last ten years, should not apply. Furthermore, candidates who have already submitted an application for this specific vacancy do not need to reapply.

As a Group 'A' statutory position within the Coir Board, a body under the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Government of India, this role offers significant prestige and a platform for substantial administrative contribution. The deputation tenure, typically up to four years, provides an excellent opportunity for senior civil servants to gain diverse experience in a central government statutory organization, enriching their career profile and exposure to policy implementation in a specialized sector.