IWAI Section Officer Posts on Deputation Basis Recruitment 2026

📋 Recruitment Overview

Organization	Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) (IWAI)
Job Category	Administrative
Eligibility Qualification	Graduate (graduate), Equivalent Qualification (equivalent-qualification)
Number of Vacancies	2 Posts
Salary / Pay Scale	Level 7 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC)
Age Limits	Maximum 56 Years
Gender Eligibility	both
Experience Required	Five years of regular service in the grade of Assistant (Level 6) or equivalent post, or holding an analogous post.
Application Fee	• Message: No explicit mention of an application fee is found in the provided job notification text.

📄 Details & Description

- IWAI invites applications for two vacant posts of Section Officer on deputation basis for an initial period of three years.
- The recruitment is open to Indian nationals currently working in Central/State Governments, Public Sector Undertakings, Statutory, or Autonomous bodies.
- The post is based in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, with all-India transfer liability.
- Leased accommodation and medical reimbursement are provided as per IWAI’s rules.
- Applications must be submitted through the proper channel (employer’s office) and sent via Registered Post/Speed Post only.
- No canvassing in any form will be tolerated; disqualification may apply.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

- Eligible candidates must be officers in Central/State Governments, Statutory/Autonomous bodies, or Public Sector Undertakings holding either:
An analogous post OR
The post of Assistant in Level 6 (pre-revised PB-2, Rs. 9300-34800 + GP Rs. 4200) or equivalent with five years of regular service in the grade.
- Educational qualification: Degree from a recognized University/Institute required.
- Age limit: Not exceeding 56 years as of the closing date of application (08.10.2026).
- Desirable qualifications:
Degree or Diploma in Personnel Management OR
Degree in Law

⚙️ Selection Process

- Selection is deputation-based; no written test/interview is mentioned in the notification.
- The Authority’s decision on eligibility is final; no correspondence will be entertained regarding eligibility.

🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations

All

📂 Required Documents

- Self-attested copies of:
Educational certificates (degree/diploma)
Last five years’ APAR (Annual Performance Appraisal Report) (from 2021-2022 onwards)
Vigilance clearance certificate
Integrity certificate
Self-attested testimonials/documents supporting eligibility criteria
- Certification from the parent office/department confirming:
Verified particulars from available records
Eligibility as per advertisement conditions
No pending/vigilance cases against the applicant
No major/minor penalties imposed in the preceding ten years
Attested copies of complete and up-to-date ACR/APAR dossier for the last five years (2021-2026).

💳 Application Fee Details

• Message: No explicit mention of an application fee is found in the provided job notification text.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How many vacancies are available for the Section Officer post under IWAI’s recruitment?

There are two vacancies available for the Section Officer post on deputation basis under IWAI’s Employment Notice No. IWAI-17011/5/2025-ADMIN RECTT.

Q. What is the maximum age limit for applying to the Section Officer post?

The maximum age limit for applying to the Section Officer post is 56 years as of the closing date of application (08.10.2026).

Q. Is there an application fee for this recruitment?

The notification does not mention any application fee for the Section Officer post on deputation basis.

Q. What is the last date to submit the application for this recruitment?

The last date to submit the application is 22 November 2026, which is 45 days from the publication date (08.10.2026).

Q. Can candidates from Public Sector Undertakings apply for this post?

Yes, candidates working in Public Sector Undertakings are eligible to apply for the Section Officer post on deputation basis.