The Directorate General, Border Security Force (BSF) invites applications for the recruitment of 5 Group 'A' Gazetted Officers (Commandant, Second-in-Command, and Deputy Commandant) for the Water Wing on a deputation/absorption basis. Eligible officers from Para-Military Forces, Central/State Governments, or PSUs can apply through proper channel.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Border Security Force (BSF), Ministry of Home Affairs |
| Post Names | Commandant, Second-in-Command, Deputy Commandant (Water Wing) |
| Total Vacancies | 5 |
| Application Mode | Through Proper Channel (Offline) |
| Job Type | Deputation (including short-term contract)/Absorption |
| Official Website | rectt.bsf.gov.in |
Employment Type:CONTRACTOR
Number of Vacancies:5
| S.No | Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Level / Pay Scale (₹) | Deputation Tenure | Service Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Commandant (Water Wing) | 1 | Level-13 ₹1,23,100 - ₹2,15,900 |
3 years (extendable up to 5) | Analogous post OR 5 years in Level-12 |
| 2 | Second-in-Command (Water Wing) | 2 | Level-12 ₹78,800 - ₹2,09,200 |
2 years (extendable up to 4) | Analogous post OR 5 years in Level-11 |
| 3 | Deputy Commandant (Water Wing) | 2 | Level-11 ₹67,700 - ₹2,08,700 |
2 years (extendable up to 4) | Analogous post OR 5 years in Level-10 |
| Total | 5 | ||||
| Post Name | Eligible Personnel | Qualification & Experience | Medical Standard | Max Age |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commandant (Water Wing) | Officers of Central Para-Military Forces, Central/State Governments, UT Administrations, or PSUs. | Min 3 years experience in Motor Transport/Water Wing/Special Repair Organization/CSMT, OR Degree in Mechanical/Automobile/Marine Engineering. | SHAPE-I | 56 years |
| Second-in-Command (Water Wing) | Officers of Central Para-Military Forces, Central/State Governments, UT Administrations, or PSUs. | Min 3 years experience in Motor Transport/Water Wing/Special Repair Organization/CSMT, OR Degree in Mechanical/Automobile/Marine Engineering. | ||
| Deputy Commandant (Water Wing) | Officers of Central Para-Military Forces, Central/State Governments, UT Administrations, or PSUs. | Min 3 years experience in Motor Transport/Water Wing/Special Repair Organization/CSMT, OR Bachelor’s Degree or 3 years Diploma in Mechanical/Automobile/Marine Engineering. |
Educational Qualification & Experience:Experience in Motor Transport/Water Wing or related fields with a Degree/Diploma in Mechanical/Automobile/Marine Engineering. Service eligibility varies by level as specified above.
Skills:Leadership, water wing operations, motor transport management, engineering expertise.
Age Limit:Maximum 56 years as on the last date of receipt of applications.
Salary (per month):
Commandant: Level-13 (₹1,23,100 - ₹2,15,900); Second-in-Command: Level-12 (₹78,800 - ₹2,09,200); Deputy Commandant: Level-11 (₹67,700 - ₹2,08,700).
Selection Procedure:
Application Fee: No application fee is mentioned.
Candidates must apply through the proper channel. The application process involves the following steps:
Important: The last date for receipt of applications is the 60th day from the date of publication in Employment News (published 1-7 August 2026).
Published Date: 1st August 2026
Last Date for Receipt of Applications: 60th day from the date of publication (approximately 1st October 2026). Please check the exact date from the official notification.
Official Website:
https://rectt.bsf.gov.in
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Till 1965, India's borders with Pakistan were guarded by the State Armed Police Battalion. On 09 April 1965, Pakistan attacked Sardar Post, Char Bet and Baria Bet in Kutch. This attack revealed that the State Armed Police Battalion was insufficient to counter armed aggression due to which the Government of India felt the need for a special Border Security Force under the Center which would be an armed and trained force and the International Border along the Pakistan border. will monitor. As a result of the recommendations of the Committee of Secretaries, the Border Security Force came into existence on 1 December 1965 and Shri KF Rustomji was its first chief and founder. The Border Security Force was formed in 1965 with a total of 25 battalions and over time Punjab, Jammu and Kashmir, The Border Security Force continued to expand to prevent terrorism in the North East. At present, 192 Battalions of Border Security Force (including 03 NDRF Battalions) and 07 Arty Regiment are deployed in the security of the International Border of India-Pakistan and Indo-Bangladesh. Apart from this, the Border Security Force is deployed in infiltration in the Kashmir Valley, internal security in the North East region, anti-Naxal operations in Orissa and Chhattisgarh and integrated check posts on the India-Pakistan and India-Bangladesh international borders.