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CWC Recruitment 2026: Golden Opportunity for Engineers – 52 Assistant Director Grade-II/Sub Divisional Engineer Posts
Central Water Commission (CWC) has officially released Vacancy Circular 01/2026 for the recruitment of Assistant Director Grade-II / Sub Divisional Engineer on deputation (including short-term contract) basis. This is a golden opportunity for experienced engineers from Central/State Governments, PSUs, Universities, and Autonomous bodies to join a premier Central Government organization. A total of 52 tentative posts are to be filled at various locations across India, offering a prestigious Group ‘B’ Gazetted position with pay scale Level-7 (Rs. 44,900 – 1,42,400). The official notification is published on cwc.gov.in and applications are invited offline within 45 days from the date of publication in Employment News (i.e., start date 18 July 2026).
Quick Summary
| Organization | Central Water Commission (CWC) |
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| Post Name | Assistant Director Grade-II / Sub Divisional Engineer |
| Total Vacancies | 52 (Tentative) |
| Qualification | B.E./B.Tech (Civil/Mechanical) + 2 Years Experience |
| Salary | Rs. 44,900 – 1,42,400 (Level-7) |
| Last Date to Apply | Within 45 Days from Publication in Employment News (Applicable from 18 July 2026) |
| Official Website | https://www.cwc.gov.in |
Detailed Vacancy Breakdown for CWC Recruitment 2026
The Central Water Commission has advertised 52 posts (tentative) of Assistant Director Grade-II/Sub Divisional Engineer. These are General Central Service Group ‘B’ Gazetted, Non-Ministerial positions. The posts are spread across various offices of CWC located in different parts of India. The exact distribution by location/category will be provided in the official notification. Candidates are advised to check the official circular for detailed location-wise vacancies.
CWC Eligibility Criteria 2026: Educational Qualification, Age Limit & Experience
To apply for CWC Assistant Director Grade-II / Sub Divisional Engineer Recruitment 2026, candidates must meet the following criteria:
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University or Institute.
- Two years’ experience in work relating to Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
Experience Requirement
- Option (i): Holding analogous post on regular basis in the parent cadre or department.
- Option (ii): With five years service in the grade rendered after appointment on regular basis in posts in level-6 (Rs.35,400-1,12,400) or equivalent.
Age Limit
Maximum 56 years as on the last date of receipt of application.
Eligible Organizations
Officers of Central Government, State Government, Union Territory, Public Sector Undertaking, Statutory/Autonomous Organization, Recognized University, or Recognized Institute.
How to Apply for Central Water Commission Recruitment 2026?
Eligible and interested officers must send their application in duplicate in the prescribed proforma along with the following documents to the address mentioned below:
Documents Required
- Copies of ACRs/APARs for the last five years up to 2024-25, duly attested by the Controlling Authority.
- Vigilance Clearance Certificate.
- Certificate of Major/Minor penalty (if any) imposed during last 10 years.
- Integrity Certificate.
Address to Send Application
Under Secretary, Establishment-V Section, Central Water Commission, 3rd Floor(S), Sewa Bhawan, R.K. Puram, New Delhi-110066
Note: Applications must reach within 45 days from the date of publication of this Advertisement in the Employment News. The start date is mentioned as 18 July 2026. Late or incomplete applications will not be entertained.
CWC Selection Process 2026
The selection is based on Deputation (including short-term contract). The appointment will be made through scrutiny of applications, experience, and ACRs/APARs. No written exam is announced. The maximum period of deputation (including short-term contract) shall ordinarily not exceed three years.
Important Dates for CWC Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
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| Notification Release | 18 July 2026 |
| Start Date to Apply | 18 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | Within 45 Days from Employment News Publication (Est. 1 September 2026) |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about CWC Recruitment 2026
1. What is the last date to apply for CWC Recruitment 2026?
Applications must reach within 45 days from the date of publication in Employment News. The start date is 18 July 2026. So, the last date is approximately 1 September 2026.
2. What is the total number of vacancies for CWC Assistant Director Grade-II?
There are 52 tentative posts.
3. What is the salary for CWC Sub Divisional Engineer post?
The salary is Pay Level-7, Rs. 44,900 – 1,42,400 per month.
4. What is the educational qualification required?
Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University/Institute, plus 2 years’ experience.
5. Is this a direct recruitment or deputation?
This is a Deputation (including short-term contract) recruitment for officers serving in Central/State Governments, PSUs, Universities, etc.
6. What is the age limit for CWC deputation?
Maximum 56 years as on the last date of receipt of application.
7. How can I download the official notification PDF?
You can download the official PDF from the CWC website: cwc.gov.in.
8. Is there any application fee?
No application fee is mentioned for this deputation-based recruitment.
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