Engagement of Young Professionals

📋 Job Description

- Engagement of Young Professionals in policy formulation and implementation of Foreign Trade Policy schemes.
- Role involves contributing to trade promotion, facilitation, and regulatory functions under DGFT.
- Opportunity to work in a central government organization focused on economic growth through trade.
- Based in Ludhiana office with potential for national-level policy engagement.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

- Maximum age limit: 35 years as on 20th July 2026.
- Educational qualification: Master's degree in Economics from a recognized university with a minimum of 60% marks.

🏆 Selection Process

- Shortlisting based on educational qualifications and age criteria.
- Personal interview for final selection.
- Merit list preparation based on interview performance.

📊 Key Information

Organization	Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India
Location / State	All India
Job Location	Ludhiana, Punjab
Category Eligibility	All (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS)
Experience Required	Freshers or candidates with minimal experience may apply.

📊 DGFT Recruitment - Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Young Professional (Economics)	3
Total	3

📁 Required Documents

- Duly filled application form (if applicable).
- Self-attested copies of educational certificates and mark sheets.
- Age proof certificate (e.g., birth certificate, 10th class certificate).
- Caste certificate (if applicable for reservation).
- Passport-sized photographs.
- Any other documents as specified in the official notification.

🎓 Required Qualifications

📊 Vacancy Details

Total vacancies: 3 for Young Professionals in Economics discipline.
Vacancies may increase or decrease as per organizational requirements.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the role of the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT)?

A. The DGFT is responsible for formulating and implementing the Foreign Trade Policy with the main objective of promoting the country's exports. It also issues scrips/authorizations to exporters and monitors their obligations through a network of 24 regional offices.

Q. What are the eligibility criteria for the Young Professionals position?

A. The candidate must not exceed 35 years of age as of July 20, 2026. For the Economics discipline, a Master's degree in Economics from a recognized university with a minimum of 60% marks is required.

Q. How many vacancies are available for the Young Professionals position?

A. There are currently 3 vacancies available, though the number may increase or decrease.

Q. Where is the Office of the Additional DGFT, Ludhiana located?

A. The office is located at Niryat Bhawan, BSNL Telephone Exchange, E-Block, BRS Nagar, Ludhiana-141012, India.

Q. What is the primary shift in the role of DGFT since 1991?

A. The shift has been from prohibition and control of imports/exports to promotion and facilitation of exports/imports, aligning with the policies of liberalization and globalization introduced in 1991.