MCA NFRA Recruitment 2026: 1 Full-Time Member – Apply Offline @ mca.gov.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Nationality: Only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply.
• Qualification & Experience: In accordance with the National Financial Reporting Authority (Manner of Appointment and Other Terms and Conditions of Service of Chairperson and Members) Rules, 2018, the applicant must be a person of ability, integrity, and standing, possessing expertise and experience of not less than 20 years in the field of accountancy, auditing, finance, or law.
• Age Limit: The term of office continues until the member attains 65 years of age, whichever is earlier. No minimum age limit is specified.
• Post-Tenure Restriction: The Full-Time Member shall not be associated with any audit firm, including related consultancy firms, during the appointment period and for two years after ceasing to hold the appointment.

Pay, Tenure & Terms of Service

• Option 1: Consolidated monthly salary of Rs. 5,00,000 (five lakh rupees) without house and car.
• Option 2: Pay and allowances admissible to an Additional Secretary to the Government of India. If the member is in receipt of monthly pension from the Central Government or a State Government under this option, the pay shall be reduced by the gross amount of pension drawn.
• Tenure: 3 years from the date of entering office, or until attaining 65 years of age, whichever is earlier. Eligible for re-appointment for one additional term.
• Conflict of Interest Declaration: Before appointment, the member must submit a declaration in Form I confirming no conflict of interest or lack of independence. Failure to do so will result in the appointment not being considered.
• Resignation/Retirement: Selected candidates already in any employment (including government service) must resign or seek retirement before assuming the role.

Selection Process

The selection is to be made by a Search-cum-Selection Committee. The committee is free to identify and recommend any other person, based on merit, who has not formally applied for the post. No written test or screening examination is specified. All candidates meeting the eligibility criteria will be evaluated on their expertise, standing, and professional record.

How to Apply – Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Download the application form in the prescribed format (Annexure-I) from the Ministry of Corporate Affairs website at www.mca.gov.in.
2. Fill in the application form in capital letters: name, father's name, mother's name, date of birth (proof to be attached), postal address with pin code, phone number, email ID, fax, and nationality.
3. Attach self-attested copies of all educational qualification certificates.
4. Provide service, cadre, and batch details (if a government employee), along with present posting/occupation, pay scale, and basic pay.
5. Detailed employment history: previous postings with period, nature of activities, field of expertise as per eligibility criteria, number of years of experience, special qualifications, achievements, committee/working group participation, foreign assignments, publications, or national/international recognitions.
6. Attach testimonials from two referees in responsible positions (non-relatives) with address, contact numbers, and email ID (for non-government applicants).
7. Serving government servants (including PSU/autonomous organization employees) must apply through proper channel with cadre controlling authority certificates in Appendix 'A'.
8. Submit the completed application in the prescribed format to Shri Bhanu Sharma, Under Secretary, Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Room No. 13049, 'A' Wing, 3rd Floor, Kartavya Bhawan, New Delhi – 110 001, to reach by 16 November 2026. Incomplete or late applications will be rejected.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
• Self-Attested Copies of All Educational and Professional Qualification Certificates (Accountancy, Auditing, Finance, or Law Degrees)
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae / Service Record showing not less than 20 years of experience in accountancy, auditing, finance, or law
• Experience Certificates and Testimonials from Previous Employers on Official Letterhead
• Declaration in Form I confirming no Conflict of Interest or Lack of Independence (as per NFRA Rules, 2018)
• Two Testimonials from Referees in Responsible Positions (Non-Relatives) with Address, Contact Numbers, and Email IDs (for non-government applicants)
• Cadre Controlling Authority Certificate in Appendix 'A' and application through Proper Channel (for Serving Government Servants)
• Two Recent Passport-Size Photographs and Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for MCA NFRA Full-Time Member recruitment?

The completed offline application must reach the Ministry of Corporate Affairs by 16 November 2026. Applications received after this date or found incomplete will be rejected.

How do I apply for the NFRA Full-Time Member post?

The application must be sent offline by post. Download the prescribed application form (Annexure-I) from www.mca.gov.in, fill it completely, attach required documents, and send it to Shri Bhanu Sharma, Under Secretary, Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Room No. 13049, 'A' Wing, 3rd Floor, Kartavya Bhawan, New Delhi – 110 001.

What is the salary for NFRA Full-Time Member?

The Full-Time Member has two pay options: (1) A consolidated monthly salary of Rs. 5,00,000 without house and car, or (2) Pay and allowances admissible to an Additional Secretary to the Government of India (with pension reduction if applicable).

Is NFRA Full-Time Member a permanent government job?

No. The appointment is contractual for a tenure of 3 years from the date of entering office, or until the member attains 65 years of age, whichever is earlier. Re-appointment is eligible for one additional term only.

What is the selection process for MCA NFRA Full-Time Member?

Selection is made by a Search-cum-Selection Committee. There is no written test specified. The committee may also identify and recommend any other eligible person not formally applied.

What is the experience and age limit for NFRA Full-Time Member?

The applicant must have not less than 20 years of expertise and experience in accountancy, auditing, finance, or law. The upper age limit is 65 years (the tenure ends upon attaining this age, whichever is earlier). No minimum age limit is specified.