Notice Inviting Applications for Assistant Section Officer Positions

The Ministry of Home Affairs’ Disaster Management Division is inviting applications for the contractual engagement of two (02) posts of Assistant Section Officer (ASO) in the Integrated Control Room for Emergency Response (ICR-ER). This notice targets retired Central/State Government, Autonomous Bodies, or PSUs officers who previously held the rank of ASO at Pay Level-7 or equivalent. The engagement period is initially for one year and may be extended by another year based on requirements and performance.

Key Details at a Glance

• Name of the Post: Assistant Section Officer (ASO)
• Number of Vacancies: Two (02)
• Engagement Period: Initially up to one year, extendable by another year.
• Job Location: New Delhi
• Age Eligibility: Candidates must be not more than 65 years as of the last date of application.

Eligibility and Responsibilities

Candidates must have retired at the Assistant Section Officer level (Pay Level-7) or equivalent. The selected candidates will provide support for day-to-day operations of the ICR-ER and assist in various administrative activities, including procurement and supply management, facility management, and coordination with officers in the Administration Wing.

Remuneration and Benefits

The remuneration for the selected candidates will be determined based on the last pay drawn at retirement minus the pension drawn. Eight annual leaves will be provided on a pro-rata basis.

Working Hours and Terms of Engagement

The working hours are from 09:00 am to 05:30 pm, although flexibility may be required to meet the demands of emergency operations. The appointment will be based on work performance, and any extension of the contract will be dependent on satisfactory work contributions.

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Application Process

Interested candidates must submit their application in the prescribed proforma, along with supporting documents, including a copy of their Pension Payment Order (PPO), Last Pay Certificate, Aadhaar Card, and PAN Card. All applications must be sent to the Under Secretary (DM-I), Ministry of Home Affairs, 3rd Floor, NDCC-II Building, New Delhi – 110001. The last date for receipt of applications is 21 days from the date of issue of this circular.

How to Apply

• Documents Required: Copy of PPO, Last Pay Certificate, Aadhaar Card, PAN Card.
• Application Address: Under Secretary (DM-I), Ministry of Home Affairs, 3rd Floor, NDCC-II Building, New Delhi – 110001.
• Contact for Clarification: Ashish Sharma, Under Secretary, Tel No. 011-23438103, Email: [email protected].

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