The Warehousing Development and Regulatory Authority (WDRA), Government of India, has released a vacancy circular for recruitment to the post of Deputy Director (Stakeholders Awareness and Outreach) on deputation/absorption basis. Eligible officers working in Central/State Governments, Central/State PSUs, and Autonomous/Statutory Bodies can apply through the proper channel. The vacancy circular is dated 17 July 2026.
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Organisation: Warehousing Development and Regulatory Authority (WDRA)
Post Name: Deputy Director (Stakeholders Awareness and Outreach)
Total Vacancy: 01 Post
Recruitment Basis: Deputation / Absorption
Job Location: New Delhi
Pay Level: Level-11
Pay Scale: ₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700
Group: Group ‘A’
Post Type: Technical
Maximum Age: 56 Years
Application Mode: Offline / Through Proper Channel
Advertisement Date: 17 July 2026
Last Date: 07 September 2026 (extended through corrigendum)
Application Address : Assistant Director (Human Resource), Warehousing Development and Regulatory Authority (WDRA), NCUI Building, 4th Floor, 3, Siri Institutional Area, August Kranti Marg, Hauz Khas, New Delhi – 110016.
| Warehousing Development and Regulatory Authority (WDRA) 01 Post of Deputy Director (SAO) on Deputation/Absorption Basis https://deputationnaukri.com/ | |||||||||
| IMPORTANT DATES | |||||||||
| Last Date : 07 September 2026 (extended through corrigendum) | |||||||||
| Latest Update: WDRA has extended the last date for submission of applications to 07 September 2026. Candidates are advised to check the official corrigendum before applying. | |||||||||
| Age Limit : 56 years | |||||||||
| 📌 Post Details : Total Vacancies-01 | |||||||||
| Name of the Post | Vacancies | Pay Level | Recruitment Method | Age | |||||
| 1️⃣ Deputy Director (Stakeholders Awareness and Outreach) | 01 | 11 (₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700) | Deputation / Absorption | 56 Years | |||||
| 🎓 Eligibility Criteria 1. Deputy Director (Stakeholders Awareness and Outreach) Officers of Central/State Government, Central/State PSUs or Central/State Autonomous/Statutory Bodies holding analogous posts in Level-11 (₹67,700–₹2,08,700) or equivalent; OR Officers having 5 years of regular service in Level-10 (₹56,100–₹1,77,500) or equivalent in areas involving formulation of policy frameworks relating to Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing, Finance, Warehousing, monitoring of risk management and allied matters. Educational Qualification: Possessing degree in Biological Science (including Agriculture)/ Finance / Commerce/Economics or Post graduate diploma in Business Administration in Finance/ Economics/ Agricultural Business Management from a Government of India recognised institute or University | |||||||||
| IMPORTANT LINKS | |||||||||
| Apply Offline | Offline / Through Proper Channel | ||||||||
| Download Notification | Click Here | ||||||||
| Application Form (Annexure II & III) | Click Here (Pg No. 06-10) | ||||||||
| Corrigendum | Click Here | ||||||||
| Official Website | Click Here | ||||||||
| Link to recruitment page on official website | Click Here | ||||||||
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| Other Important Information : Period of Deputation The selected candidate will initially be appointed on deputation for a period of three years, which may be extended by the competent authority according to applicable rules. Absorption in WDRA Absorption of an officer/official in WDRA may be considered after two years of service on deputation, subject to satisfactory performance and the requirements / process prescribed by WDRA. Absorption is not an automatic right and will depend on WDRA’s requirements and applicable guidelines. WDRA Deputy Director Salary 2026 The Deputy Director (Stakeholders Awareness and Outreach) post carries Level-11 pay of ₹67,700–₹2,08,700 under the 7th CPC. Other admissible benefits will be governed by the applicable deputation rules. HRA is admissible as per Central Government employee rules since WDRA does not have residential accommodation. How to Apply for WDRA Recruitment 2026 Eligible candidates should submit their applications through proper channel in the prescribed Annexure-II Bio-data/Curriculum Vitae Proforma. The application should be accompanied by the required service records and certificates, including attested copies of APAR/ACR/CR records for the last five years, Vigilance Clearance, Integrity Certificate, etc. as prescribed in the vacancy circular. Applications without the required documents or applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Application Address Assistant Director (Human Resource) Warehousing Development and Regulatory Authority (WDRA) NCUI Building, 4th Floor, 3, Siri Institutional Area, August Kranti Marg, Hauz Khas, New Delhi – 110016. Documents Required The forwarding authority is required to ensure the prescribed documents and certifications are provided, including: • Application in prescribed format (Annexure-II) • APAR/ACR/CR records for the last five years • Vigilance Clearance • Integrity Certificate • Certification that no disciplinary proceedings are pending or contemplated • Certification regarding major/minor penalties during the last ten years, as applicable • Other supporting documents required under the vacancy circular. For officers already on deputation, the application should also be forwarded with Cadre Clearance, Vigilance Clearance and Integrity Certificate. Selection Process The selection will be carried out as per the applicable WDRA rules and the prescribed deputation/absorption procedure. Candidates should ensure that their applications are forwarded through the proper channel with the required service records, vigilance clearance, integrity certificate and other documents. Duties and Responsibilities The Deputy Director (Stakeholders Awareness and Outreach) will be responsible for: • Creating awareness among market participants regarding the benefits of warehouse registration. • Liaising with intermediaries such as banks, financial institutions and banking regulators. • Increasing awareness and trust in the warehousing registration system. • Releasing media communications relating to awareness of registration. • Performing any other duties assigned by the Authority from time to time. Other Important Points for Applicants • The recruitment is not a regular direct recruitment; it is on deputation/absorption basis. • Maximum age for deputation appointment is 56 years. • Initial deputation period is three years, extendable as per rules. • Officers who volunteer for the post are not permitted to withdraw their names later. • Incomplete applications will not be considered. • The application must be sent through the proper channel. • WDRA does not have residential accommodation; HRA is admissible as per Central Government rules, subject to eligibility. | |||||||||
| Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Q1. How many vacancies are available in WDRA Recruitment 2026? Ans. There is 01 vacancy for Deputy Director (Stakeholders Awareness and Outreach). Q2. What is the pay scale for the Deputy Director post? Ans. The post carries Level-11 pay of ₹67,700–₹2,08,700 under the 7th CPC. Q3. What is the maximum age limit? Ans. The maximum age limit is 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications. Q4. Who can apply? Ans. Eligible officers working in Central/State Governments, Central/State PSUs and Central/State Autonomous/Statutory Bodies who meet the prescribed service and educational qualification requirements can apply. Q5. Is absorption possible after deputation? Ans. Yes. Absorption may be considered after two years of deputation, subject to satisfactory performance, WDRA’s requirements and applicable guidelines. It is not a matter of right. Q6. What is the last date to apply? Ans. The last date to apply is 07 September 2026 which has been extended through a corrigendum. Q7. How should candidates apply? Ans. Candidates should fill the prescribed Annexure-II Bio-data/CV Proforma and forward the complete application including all the requisite documents / certificates through the proper channel to the Assistant Director (Human Resource), WDRA, New Delhi. Q8. What is the full form of WDRA? Ans. WDRA stands for Warehousing Development and Regulatory Authority. Q9. Where is the WDRA headquarters located? Ans. The WDRA office is located at NCUI Building, 4th Floor, 3, Siri Institutional Area, August Kranti Marg, Hauz Khas, New Delhi – 110016. Q10. What is the category of the Deputy Director post? Ans. The Deputy Director (Stakeholders Awareness and Outreach) post is classified as Group ‘A’ and is a Technical post. Q11. What educational qualifications are required for WDRA Deputy Director Recruitment? Ans. Candidates must possess a degree in Biological Science (including Agriculture), Finance, Commerce or Economics, or a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration in Finance, Economics or Agricultural Business Management from a Government of India recognised institute or university. Q12. Is experience in Level-10 service sufficient for eligibility? Ans. Yes. Officers with five years of regular service in Level-10 (₹56,100–₹1,77,500) or equivalent may be eligible where their experience relates to policy formulation in areas such as agriculture, agricultural marketing, finance, warehousing, risk management and allied matters. Q13. Can an officer holding an analogous Level-11 post apply? Ans. Yes. Officers holding an analogous post in Level-11 (₹67,700–₹2,08,700) or equivalent in the relevant field may be eligible, subject to fulfilling the other prescribed requirements. Q14. What is the duration of deputation under this recruitment? Ans. The initial period of deputation is three years, which may be extended from time to time by the competent authority according to the applicable rules. Q15. Can a candidate withdraw their application after volunteering for the post? Ans. No. As per the notification, officers who volunteer for the post will not be permitted to withdraw their names later. Q16. Are applications accepted after the last date? Ans. No. Applications received after the prescribed closing date, or applications that are incomplete or lack the required records, will not be considered. Q17. Is the application submitted directly by the candidate? Ans. The notification requires willing candidates to submit their applications through proper channel in the prescribed format. The forwarding authority must also provide the required certifications. Q18. Are APARs/ACRs required with the application? Ans. Yes. The application is required to be accompanied by attested copies of APARs/ACRs/CRs for the last five years, as prescribed in the notification. Q19. What clearances are required from the employer? Ans. The forwarding authority is required to certify, among other things, that there is no vigilance or disciplinary case pending or contemplated, the officer’s integrity is certified, and the required ACR/APAR records are enclosed. Q20. Is there any restriction on applying for another deputation post after joining WDRA? Ans. Yes. A candidate appointed to WDRA on deputation is not permitted to apply for another deputation post without completing at least two years of service in WDRA. Q21. Can a WDRA deputationist apply for direct recruitment elsewhere? Ans. The terms state that a selected candidate cannot apply for a job on direct recruitment basis without completing at least one year of service in WDRA. Q22. What type of work will the selected Deputy Director perform? Ans. The role involves creating awareness among market participants about warehouse registration, liaising with banks, financial institutions and banking regulators, building awareness and trust in the system, and handling media communications related to registration. Q23. Is HRA available to the selected candidate? Ans. Yes. Since WDRA does not have residential facilities, HRA is admissible as per the admissibility applicable to Central Government employees. Q24. What happens if false information or certificates are submitted? Ans. The notification refers to applicable DoPT instructions concerning false information or certificates. Candidates securing appointment through fake or false certificates may face dismissal/removal from service. Q25. Where can candidates obtain the application form? Ans. The prescribed application form, detailed terms and conditions are available on the WDRA website and the same can also be downloaded from the link given above. |