Applicants must be officers of Central/State Govt., UTs, PSUs, or Autonomous Bodies holding an analogous post in Level-7 on a regular basis, OR having at least 6 years of regular service in Level-6 (Assistant / ASO grade, ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400/-). Candidates must hold a recognized Bachelor's degree from a UGC/AICTE accredited university and possess proven computer proficiency.
Contractual / RegularAug. 18, 2026
TRAI New Delhi Section Officer Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 2 Deputation Posts
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Aug. 18, 2026Section Officer (Deputation on Foreign Service Terms)
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Vacancies
2
Pay Scale
₹44.9K - ₹1.42L / mo
Age Limit
Not exceeding 56 years on the last date of submission of applications in TRAI.
Job Location
Crucial Recruitment Dates
Official schedule & key deadlines
Published
Aug 14, 2026
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Starts
Aug 14, 2026
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Deadline
Sep 22, 2026
4
Exam Date
TBA
Application Window14 Aug – 22 Sep 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
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Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
The maximum age for appointment on deputation shall in no case exceed 56 years on the closing date of submission of applications in TRAI (22.09.2026).
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
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Online Application Submission & Cadre Clearance / APAR Scrutiny
OnlineQualifying Only
Personal Interview by TRAI Selection Committee
OfflineMerit Scored
Selection is conducted under central deputation guidelines:
- Online & Proper Channel Submission: Candidates apply online at https://vacancies.trai.gov.in and ensure their parent ministry forwards the duly attested hard copy with 5 years' APARs, vigilance clearance, and cadre clearance by 22nd September 2026.
- Selection Board Interview: Eligible shortlisted candidates appear before the TRAI Selection Committee evaluating administrative acumen, central secretariat procedures, and regulatory familiarity.
Evaluation Rubric & Screening Matrix
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| Evaluation Parameter / Component | Max Marks / Weightage | Assessment Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| APAR / ACR Gradings across Preceding 5 Years | ||
| Central Secretariat & Administrative Service Experience (Level-6 / Level-7) | ||
| Regulatory Acumen & Telecom / Broadcasting Sector Understanding | ||
| Personal Interview (Integrity, Leadership & Problem Solving) |
Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory
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Work Culture & Environment
Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is headquartered at the prestigious World Trade Centre complex in Nauroji Nagar, New Delhi. Section Officers lead administrative sections handling tariff monitoring, telecom network service quality compliance, consumer advocacy, broadcasting licensing coordination, and inter-ministerial consultations with the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (MIB). Professional corporate atmosphere, 5-day work week (Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM), Central Pay Matrix Level 7 benefits with deputation allowances, and world-class office infrastructure.
Posting & Transfer Policy
Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.
Deputation on foreign service terms initially for three (03) years, extendable up to 5 years subject to performance and mutual consent. Stationed at TRAI HQ, New Delhi.
Career & Promotion Ladder
Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.
Deputation at a statutory economic regulator confers prestigious administrative credentials, accelerating promotion prospects to Under Secretary / Deputy Advisor upon repatriation to parent cadre (CSS, Railways, or State Civil Secretariats).
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps
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- Dual Submission Required (Deadline: 22-09-2026): Applicants must first register online at https://vacancies.trai.gov.in and submit the printed, parent-department-attested hard copy with 5 years' APARs and vigilance clearance by 22nd September 2026.
- Strict Cadre Clearance Requirement: Applications not forwarded through proper channel with explicit cadre clearance and vigilance endorsement will be summarily rejected.
- Maximum Age Limit 56 Years: The applicant's age must not exceed 56 years as on the closing date (22.09.2026).
- Qualifying Service Condition: Must hold an analogous post in Level-7 on regular basis or have at least 6 years of regular service in Level-6.
- Postal Address for Hard Copy: Senior Research Officer (HR), Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, World Trade Centre, 6th Floor, Tower-F, Nauroji Nagar, New Delhi – 110029.
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
- Section Officer (TRAI HQ, New Delhi on Deputation)2
Total Vacancies2
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Pay Level 7 in the Pay Matrix under 7th CPC (₹ 44,900 – ₹ 1,42,400/-) plus other allowances as per Government rules. Deputation on foreign service terms initially for 3 years governed by DoPT OM No. 6/8/2009-Estt.(Pay II) dated 17.06.2010.
Central 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level-7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400/-) plus applicable Central Government DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, and Deputation (Duty) Allowance as per DoPT guidelines.
How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?
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Application Procedure
Applicants fulfilling the eligibility criteria and having relevant experience may apply through the online mode only. The application process involves the following steps:
- Apply online at https://vacancies.trai.gov.in.
- Download the duly filled online application form.
- Forward the hard copy of the filled online application form, along with attested copies of ACRS/APARs for the last five years, vigilance/disciplinary clearance, and cadre clearance.
- Send the complete application to the Senior Research Officer (HR), Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, World Trade Centre, 6th Floor, Tower-F, Nauroji Nagar, New Delhi-110029.
- The application must be sent on or before 22nd September, 2026. The envelope should be superscribed with the post applied for.
Application Fee & Category Concessions
No application fee is payable for deputation appointments.
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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
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Online Application Submission & Cadre Clearance / APAR Scrutiny
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Personal Interview by TRAI Selection Committee
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Selection is conducted under central deputation guidelines:
- Online & Proper Channel Submission: Candidates apply online at https://vacancies.trai.gov.in and ensure their parent ministry forwards the duly attested hard copy with 5 years' APARs, vigilance clearance, and cadre clearance by 22nd September 2026.
- Selection Board Interview: Eligible shortlisted candidates appear before the TRAI Selection Committee evaluating administrative acumen, central secretariat procedures, and regulatory familiarity.
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The closing date for online submission and receipt of forwarded hard copies at TRAI HQ is 22nd September 2026.
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