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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
| Organization Name | National Water Development Agency (NWDA) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Director (MDU) |
| Total Vacancies | 01 (One) |
| Application Mode | Offline (Hard Copy via Post) |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 February 2026 |
| Official Website | https://nwda.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Scale/Salary | Place of Posting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Director (MDU) | 01 (Subject to variation) | Level-12 Rs. 78800 - 209200/- |
HQs, New Delhi |
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
- Visit the official NWDA website (nwda.gov.in) and download the detailed advertisement.
- Read the notification carefully and ensure you meet the eligibility criteria regarding age, qualification, and service length.
- Prepare the Application Form (as per Annexure or format in the PDF).
- 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.
- 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. - 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).