MPA Recruitment 2026: 1 Joint Secretary (Deputation) – Apply Offline @ mpa.gov.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Appointment Conditions

The post of Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs is to be filled on Composite Method (Promotion plus Deputation). The detailed eligibility conditions are as follows:

Method I — Officers under the Central Government, State Government, or Union Territories

Officers must satisfy both conditions (a) and (b) below:

(a) Service / Pay Level Requirement — any one of the following:

• (i) Holding analogous posts on a regular basis in the parent cadre or Department; or
• (ii) With 2 years of service in Level 13A (Rs. 1,31,100 – Rs. 2,16,600) rendered after regular appointment, or equivalent in parent cadre/Department; or
• (iii) With 3 years of service in Level 13 (Rs. 1,23,100 – Rs. 2,15,900) rendered after regular appointment, or equivalent in parent cadre/Department; or
• (iv) With 8 years of service in Level 12 (Rs. 78,800 – Rs. 2,09,200) rendered after regular appointment, or equivalent in parent cadre/Department.

(b) Domain Experience Requirement:

• Possessing 15 years' experience, including 5 years in Parliamentary or Legislative functions.

Method II — Departmental Director Consideration

• Departmental Director in Level 13 (Rs. 1,23,100 – Rs. 2,15,900) with 3 years of regular service in the grade will be considered along with outsider candidates.
• If selected, the post shall be deemed to have been filled by promotion.

Key Conditions & Notes

• Note 1: Departmental officers in the feeder category who are in the direct line of promotion shall not be eligible for consideration on deputation.
• Note 2: Deputationists shall not be eligible for consideration for appointment by promotion.
• Period of Deputation: Including period of deputation in another ex-cadre post held immediately preceding this appointment in the same or some other organization/Department of the Central Government shall ordinarily not exceed 3 years.
• Age Limit: Maximum 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.
• Pay Band, Pay Matrix, and Grade Pay/Level granted under ACP/MACR are personal to the officer and should not be mentioned in the application. Only the Pay Band/Pay Matrix and Grade Pay/Level/Pay Scale of the post held on a regular basis should be stated.

Selection Process

• The selection will be made on the basis of Screening of Applications followed by Shortlisting of eligible candidates.
• A Screening Committee may constitute to consider applications if received in large numbers.
• Selected candidates may be required to appear for an interview / interaction before the Selection Committee.
• Final selection will be subject to verification of documents, cadre clearance, vigilance clearance, and integrity certificate from the parent cadre/Department.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview or document verification.

Application Process & Instructions for Candidates

1. Applications must be submitted offline through proper channel (via the parent cadre/Department).
2. Candidates employed in Central/State Government must ensure their applications are forwarded by the competent authority with NOC, cadre clearance, and vigilance clearance.
3. The application must clearly state the regular Pay Band/Pay Matrix Level and Grade Pay of the current post held — personal ACP/MACR increments must not be quoted.
4. Attach all relevant experience certificates, particularly evidence of 15 years' experience including 5 years in Parliamentary/Legislative functions.
5. The application should be addressed to the competent authority at the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, Samvidhan Sadan, New Delhi – 110001.
6. For the latest updates and any extension of the last date, candidates should regularly check the official website: https://www.mpa.gov.in/.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs Joint Secretary recruitment?

The exact closing date for submission of applications has not been stated in the dated advertisement (14.09.2026). Candidates are advised to check the official MPA website for the latest updates and any subsequent corrigenda.

How do I apply for the Joint Secretary post at MPA?

The application mode is Offline. Applications must be submitted through the proper channel — i.e., forwarded by the competent authority of your parent cadre/Department to the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, Samvidhan Sadan, New Delhi – 110001, along with cadre clearance, NOC, and vigilance clearance.

Is there any application fee for this recruitment?

No. There is no application fee for this deputation-based recruitment at the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs.

What is the salary or pay scale for the Joint Secretary post?

The post is at Pay Level 14 of the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix, with a monthly salary range of Rs. 1,44,200 to Rs. 2,18,200, along with applicable dearness allowance and other allowances as per Central Government rules.

What is the nature of employment for this post — permanent or temporary?

The appointment is on Deputation basis, which is temporary and co-terminus with the posting. The period of deputation ordinarily does not exceed 3 years. The officer retains their parent cadre and reverts upon completion of the deputation tenure.

What is the maximum age limit for applying?

The maximum age limit for appointment by deputation is 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.