🏛️ Coir Board ⚠️ Application Closed

Coir Board Director (RDT&E) Recruitment 2025 – Apply Offline for 1 Post

⚠️ Application Closed: The deadline for this recruitment was 08 March 2026. Late submissions are not accepted.Browse Active Jobs →
Organization
Location / State
Total Vacancies
👥 01 Post
Last Date
⏰ 08 March 2026
📄 Download Official Notification (PDF) 🏛️ Official Website (coirboard.gov.in) 📝 How to Apply ↓ ⚡ Quick Highlights ↓

Recruitment Highlights & Key Fact-Sheet

Summary of official notification, eligibility criteria, vacancies, and key dates.

🏛️ Official Notification Summary
👥
Total Vacancies
01 Post
💰
Salary / Pay Scale
As per Govt Norms
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Application Mode
Offline (By Post)
Last Date to Apply
08 March 2026
🏛️ Conducting Body Coir Board 📑 Advt / Notification No. Refer Official Notification
💼 Post Name Director (RDT&E) 📍 Job Location Alappuzha, Kerala
🎓 Qualification Officers of the Central Government/State Government/Statutory Authorities/Autonomous Bodies holding analogous posts on regular basis; OR with five years’ regular service in a post in Pay Level 11. 🎂 Age Criteria Refer Notification
💵 Application Fee Refer Notification 🎯 Selection Method Merit / Written Test / Interview
🌐 Official Website coirboard.gov.in ↗ 📄 Notification Document Download Official PDF ↓
📮 Important Notice: Offline Application via Speed / Registered Post

Please Note: This recruitment is strictly processed via Offline Mode. There is no online registration link on any portal. Candidates must download the official notification & application format, fill it out, enclose self-attested copies of supporting documents, and dispatch the envelope through Speed Post or Registered Post before 08 March 2026.

📑 Candidate Enclosure Checklist (Self-Attested Copies)
✅ Duly filled & signed official application form
✅ Proof of Date of Birth (10th/Matriculation Certificate)
✅ Educational Degree & Marksheets (Graduation / Post Graduation)
✅ Experience & Relieving Certificates (Minimum required service)
✅ Last Pay Certificate (LPC) / Pension Payment Order (PPO) for retired officers
✅ Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Passport / Voter Card / PAN)

📋 Complete Notification Details

Coir Board Director (RDT&E) Recruitment 2025 – Apply Offline for 1 Post

The Coir Board, under the Ministry of MSME, Government of India, has announced a recruitment drive to fill the post of Director (Research, Development, Training & Extension). This opportunity is available for officers serving under Central/State Government, Union Territory Administration, Statutory Bodies, or Autonomous Bodies on a deputation basis.

Overview

CompanyPost NameLast DateWebsite
Coir Board, Ministry of MSMEDirector (RDT&E)Within 45 days from 15.12.2025coirboard.gov.in

Vacancy Details

Post NameNo. of PostsSalaryPlace of Posting
Director (Research, Development, Training & Extension)1Level 12 (Rs. 78,800 - 2,09,200)Central Coir Research Institute, Coir Board, Kalavoor, Alappuzha, Kerala

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Director (Research, Development, Training & Extension)

  • Essential Qualification:
    Officers of the Central Government/State Government/Statutory Authorities/Autonomous Bodies holding analogous posts on regular basis; OR with five years’ regular service in a post in Pay Level 11.

    OR

    Doctorate in any branch of Textile Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Chemistry, Polymer Technology, Micro Biology, Biotechnology from a recognized University with 10 years experience in research & development.
  • Experience: 10 years in research & development (for candidates relying on Doctorate qualification).
  • Desirable: Experience in the field of coir or any other natural fibre.
  • Age Limit: Not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of application.

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FAQs

Q1. What is the mode of application?
A:
Applications must be sent in hard copy to The Secretary, Coir Board, Coir House, MG Road, Kochi, Ernakulam-682016, within 45 days from the date of issue in Employment News. An advance copy can be emailed to [email protected].

Q2. Is this recruitment for permanent government employees?
A:
No, this is for deputation/short term contract basis for officers currently serving under Central/State Government or Autonomous Bodies.

Q3. What is the initial deputation period?
A:
The deputation will be initially for a period of three years.