CPDO Recruitment 2026: 1 Superintendent (Deputation) – Apply Offline @ dahd.gov.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Note: On deputation, the selected officer draws pay plus deputation (duty) allowance, or pay fixed in the pay scale attached to the post, at the officer's option, as per Government of India rules.

Eligibility Criteria & Deputation Conditions

This post is open only to officers serving under the Central Government who fulfil any one of the following conditions:

• Condition (i): Holding an analogous post on regular basis in the parent cadre or Department.
• Condition (ii): With ten years' service in the grade rendered after appointment on a regular basis in the scale of pay Rs. 4000-5000 (Grade Pay Rs. 2400 pre-revised / Level-4, 7th CPC) or equivalent in the parent cadre or Department.
• Condition (iii): Possessing two years' experience in establishment, administration, and accounts work.

The official notification does not specify a minimum educational qualification; the prescribed proforma asks applicants to state their educational qualifications. Candidates should refer to the official notification for complete eligibility details.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

The official notification does not specify a formal selection process such as a written examination or interview. The recruitment is a direct deputation appointment based on eligibility verification of the application received through the proper channel.

Key screening provisions mentioned in the notification:

• Applications received after the due date will not be considered.
• Applications without APARs or otherwise found incomplete will not be considered.
• The application must come through the proper channel with employer's endorsement signed and sealed by the Head of Office.

No TA/DA will be paid to candidates.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Application in the prescribed proforma (neatly typed) with a recent passport-size colour photograph affixed.
• Duly attested copies of up-to-date APARs for the last five years.
• Endorsement by the Employer, signed with seal by the Head of Office, certifying that the particulars have been verified and found correct, that no vigilance case is pending or contemplated, and stating the officer's integrity.
• Address the cover super-scribed: "APPLICATION FOR THE POST SUPERINTENDENT".
• Send through proper channel so the application reaches CPDO (NR), Chandigarh within 60 days of the Employment News publication.

Proforma for Applicant – Information Required

• Name of applicant (block letters), father's/husband's name, and date of birth.
• Educational qualifications and date of entry into Government service.
• Service details: name of post, from/to dates, basic pay, pay level in the new pay matrix, nature of appointment (regular/ad-hoc), and nature of duties.
• Present post, scale of pay, Grade Pay, and pay drawn.
• Whether Temporary/QP/Permanent and category (SC/ST/OBC/EWS, if applicable).
• Remarks, signature, station, and date.

Where to Send the Application

Send the completed application by post through proper channel to:

Important Links

• Download CPDO Superintendent Deputation Official Notification PDF
• Visit Official Website – Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (dahd.gov.in)

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the last date for CPDO Superintendent Deputation application?

The application must reach CPDO (NR), Chandigarh within 60 days of publication of the advertisement in the Employment News. Counting from the circular date of 12 November 2026, 60 days would end approximately 11 January 2027. However, the actual deadline runs from the Employment News publication date. Applications received after the due date will not be considered.

2. How do I apply for the CPDO Superintendent Deputation post?

The application must be sent by post through the proper channel (i.e., through your own office) to The Director, Central Poultry Development Organization (NR), Industrial Area, Phase-I, Chandigarh-160002. Fill the prescribed proforma neatly typed, affix a passport-size photograph, obtain employer's endorsement, attach attested APARs, and super-scribe the cover with "APPLICATION FOR THE POST SUPERINTENDENT."

3. Is there an application fee for CPDO Superintendent Recruitment?

No, the official notification does not specify any application fee. Candidates should verify this from the official notification PDF.

4. What is the employment nature — is this a permanent government job?

No, this is a deputation posting for a period not exceeding three years. The deputation period, including any immediately preceding ex-cadre post, shall ordinarily not exceed three years. This is not a regular cadre appointment.

5. What salary will be paid for CPDO Superintendent on deputation?

The selected officer will draw pay at Level-6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (Rs. 35,400 – Rs. 1,12,400 per month) plus deputation (duty) allowance, or pay fixed in the scale attached to the post, at the officer's option, as per Government of India rules. No other allowance is specifically mentioned in the notification.

6. Who is eligible to apply for CPDO Superintendent?

Only officers under the Central Government are eligible. The officer must either hold an analogous post on regular basis, or have ten years' service in the Rs. 4000-5000 scale (Level-4), along with two years' experience in establishment, administration, and accounts work.