CWC Recruitment 2026: Secretary – Apply Offline @ minorityaffairs.gov.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Essential Qualification: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognized university.
• Required Experience: At least five years’ experience in administrative, financial and legal matters.
• Desirable Experience: Experience in Waqf management.
• Eligible Candidates: Serving officers of Central Government, State Governments, Union Territory Administrations, Public Sector Undertakings, and autonomous/statutory bodies holding analogous posts or having five years’ regular service in Level 12 or equivalent; retired officers of the rank of Deputy Secretary or Director or above in the Central Government.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

The selection process has not been specified in the official notification. However, the Ministry reserves the right to reject any application without assigning a reason. No TA/DA will be paid to the candidates appearing for the selection process, if any.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Prescribed Application Form (Proforma) filled in original and signed, with a passport-size photograph pasted.
• Forwarding letters from the employer through proper channel.
• Integrity Certificate.
• Vigilance and Cadre Clearance enclosed by the forwarding office.
• Attested copies of Annual Confidential Reports (ACRs) for the last five years (retired officials must submit the last five years before retirement).
• The forwarding office must complete its section of the form along with a certificate verifying service particulars.

Frequently Asked Questions

• 1. What is the last date to apply for CWC Secretary Recruitment?
  The application must reach the office within 45 days from the date of publication in Employment News.
• 2. Is there a walk-in interview?
  No walk-in interview is mentioned. Applications are accepted through proper channel only.
• 3. What is the application fee?
  Not stated in the official notification.
• 4. Is this a permanent government job?
  This is a contractual appointment made on deputation basis (including short-term contract).
• 5. What is the salary structure?
  Pay Band-4 (₹37,400–₹67,000) + Grade Pay ₹8,700 (Level 13). Serving officers' pay is protected; retired officers receive fixed monthly remuneration after deducting basic pension.