NWDA Director Recruitment 2026 - Notification, Eligibility, Salary Rs. 78800-209200

NWDA Director Recruitment 2026 - Notification, Eligibility, Salary Rs. 78800-209200

Recruitment Overview

The National Water Development Agency (NWDA), under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Govt. of India, has released a notification for the recruitment of a Director (MDU) on a Deputation basis (including short-term contract). This is a prestigious Group 'A' Non-Ministerial position based at the Headquarters in New Delhi.

This opportunity is ideal for experienced officers from Central/State Govt., PSUs, or Autonomous Organizations looking for a challenging role in the water resources sector. The recruitment is strictly based on merit and eligibility criteria, with no competitive examination required.

Recruitment Type

Direct Recruitment (Deputation/Promotion): This vacancy is filled through deputation or promotion of eligible officers. No written exam or interview is conducted; selection is based on the application review and scrutiny of service records.

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification

• Option A: Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
• Option B: Master’s degree in Maths/Computer/Physics/Statistics with specialization in Hydrology OR Post Graduate in Hydrology / Water Resources or equivalent.

2. Experience & Service Requirements

Candidates must be officers under the Central/State Govt., PSUs, or Autonomous Organizations:

• Option (i): Holding an analogous post on a regular basis; OR
• Option (ii): Having 5 years of regular service in Level-11 (Rs. 67700-208700) or equivalent.

3. Age Limit

• Maximum Age: Not exceeding 56 years.
• Age As On: Calculated as of the closing date for receipt of applications (18.02.2026).

4. Special Conditions (Important Notes)

• Departmental Candidates (NWDA): Deputy Director (Hydrology) with 5 years of regular service in the grade will be considered for Promotion.
• Deputationists: Officers currently on deputation are not eligible for consideration by promotion.
• Deputation Period: Shall ordinarily not exceed 3 years.

Job Description

The Director (MDU) will head the Multi-Disciplinary Unit (MDU) and is responsible for:

• Collection and updating of information through web pages and e-governance modules.
• Security auditing of the NWDA website.
• Preparation of content and publication/distribution of the Jal Vikas Quarterly Magazine and Annual Reports.
• Tracking vacancies, tenders, vigilance cases, court cases, and grievances of NWDA.
• Assisting the Chief Engineer (HQ) for all MDU-related works.

Application Fee

Not Specified in the Notification. Candidates are advised to check the detailed PDF for any fee requirements, though deputation-based posts usually do not carry an application fee.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official NWDA website (nwda.gov.in) and download the detailed advertisement.
2. Read the notification carefully and ensure you meet the eligibility criteria regarding age, qualification, and service length.
3. Prepare the Application Form (as per Annexure or format in the PDF).
4. Attach the following documents (attested copies):
   
   • Attested copies of APARs/ACRs for the last 5 years.
   • Integrity Certificate.
   • Vigilance Clearance Certificate.
   • Copies of educational certificates and pay fixation details.
5. Send the completed application form via Registered Post to the following address:
   
   The Dy. Director (Admn.),
   National Water Development Agency (NWDA),
   18-20, Community Centre, Saket, New Delhi-110017.
6. Ensure the application reaches by 18 February 2026.

Important Dates

• Notification Published: November 29 to December 05, 2025 (Employment News).
• Original Last Date: 19 January 2026.
• Extended Last Date: 18 February 2026 (30 days extension).

Important Links

• Download Official Notification PDF (Advertisement)
• Visit NWDA Official Website