Overview
Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Principal Bench, New Delhi has released a recruitment notification for the post of Joint Registrar, Deputy Registrar, Principal Private Secretary, Deputy Controller of Accounts, Section Officer/Court Officer, Private Secretary, Accounts Officer, Assistant Library and Information Officer, Junior Accounts Officer, Caretaker, Senior Accountant, Junior Accountant (12 posts) (82 (tentative; may increase/decrease during final recruitment process) vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply offline only – duly typed proforma (in double space) forwarded through proper channel along with acr/apar for the last five years, by post/email to principal registrar, cat principal bench, new delhi as per the official notification.
Key Details
- Organization
- Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Principal Bench, New Delhi
- Qualification
- Only serving Government servants fulfilling the prescribed eligibility criteria for each post are eligible. Applications must be forwarded through proper channel by the parent department. Candidates must be clear from vigilance point of view with no disciplinary case pending or contemplated. Post-wise eligibility is as follows: Post: Eligibility Criteria Joint Registrar: (i) Officers possessing a degree in Law and holding: (a) Analogous posts under Central/State Govt./High Court; OR (b) Posts with minimum 05 years regular service in Grade Pay of Rs.6600/- (Level 11 in 7th CPC). (ii) Judicial Officer with minimum 08 years of regular service. Deputy Registrar: Officers of Central/State Govt./High Courts: (a)(i) Holding analogous post on regular basis; OR (ii) At least 05 years regular service in Grade Pay Rs.5400/-; OR (iii) At least 06 years regular service in Grade Pay Rs.4800/- or equivalent. AND (b) Possessing a degree in Law from a recognized University or equivalent. Principal Private Secretary: Officers of Central/State Govt./High Courts holding analogous posts of Principal Private Secretary on regular basis in PB-3 (Rs.15600-39100 + GP Rs.6600/-); OR in the grade of Private Secretary with at least 08 years combined regular service in PB-2 (Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4800/-) and PB-3 (Rs.15600-39100 + GP Rs.5400/-). Deputy Controller of Accounts: (i) Officers working as Deputy Controller of Accounts from Central Departmentalized Accounting Organisation of CGA with minimum 02 …
- Vacancies
- 82 (tentative; may increase/decrease during final recruitment process)
- Last date to apply
- Within 30 days from the date of publication of this Circular in the Employment News
Important Dates
| Date of Circular | 22/05/2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Applications | Within 30 days from the date of publication of this Circular in the Employment News |
| Age Limit Calculated As On | Closing date of receipt of applications |
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Vacancy Details
A total of 82 vacancies have been announced across 12 post categories for deputation at various Benches of the Central Administrative Tribunal. The number and place of posting are subject to change. Selected officers may be posted at the Bench where the vacancy is available at the relevant point of time. Sn: Post Name | Vacancies | Group / Level 1: Joint Registrar | 05 | Group A (Gazetted) 2: Deputy Registrar | 07 | Group A (Gazetted) 3: Principal Private Secretary | 01 | Group A (Gazetted) 4: Deputy Controller of Accounts | 01 | Group A (Gazetted) 5: Section Officer / Court Officer | 26 | Group B (Gazetted) 6: Private Secretary | 04 | Group B (Gazetted) 7: Accounts Officer | 08 | Group B (Gazetted) 8: Assistant Library and Information Officer | 05 | Group B (Gazetted) 9: Junior Accounts Officer | 07 | Group B (Non-Gazetted) 10: Caretaker | 05 | Group B (Non-Gazetted) 11: Senior Accountant | 07 | Group C (Non-Gazetted) 12: Junior Accountant | 06 | Group C (Non-Gazetted) Total: 82
Eligibility
Only serving Government servants fulfilling the prescribed eligibility criteria for each post are eligible. Applications must be forwarded through proper channel by the parent department. Candidates must be clear from vigilance point of view with no disciplinary case pending or contemplated. Post-wise eligibility is as follows: Post: Eligibility Criteria Joint Registrar: (i) Officers possessing a degree in Law and holding: (a) Analogous posts under Central/State Govt./High Court; OR (b) Posts with minimum 05 years regular service in Grade Pay of Rs.6600/- (Level 11 in 7th CPC). (ii) Judicial Officer with minimum 08 years of regular service. Deputy Registrar: Officers of Central/State Govt./High Courts: (a)(i) Holding analogous post on regular basis; OR (ii) At least 05 years regular service in Grade Pay Rs.5400/-; OR (iii) At least 06 years regular service in Grade Pay Rs.4800/- or equivalent. AND (b) Possessing a degree in Law from a recognized University or equivalent. Principal Private Secretary: Officers of Central/State Govt./High Courts holding analogous posts of Principal Private Secretary on regular basis in PB-3 (Rs.15600-39100 + GP Rs.6600/-); OR in the grade of Private Secretary with at least 08 years combined regular service in PB-2 (Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4800/-) and PB-3 (Rs.15600-39100 + GP Rs.5400/-). Deputy Controller of Accounts: (i) Officers working as Deputy Controller of Accounts from Central Departmentalized Accounting Organisation of CGA with minimum 02 …
Age Limit
The maximum age limit for appointment on deputation shall not exceed 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications. No minimum age has been prescribed. Age relaxation provisions as per DoPT guidelines may apply. Category: Age Limit All Categories (Deputation): Maximum 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications
Salary
Sn: Post Name | Pay Scale (7th CPC Level) | Benches / Location 1: Joint Registrar | Level 12 (Pre-revised PB-3, Rs.15600-39100 + GP Rs.7600/-) | Cuttack, Guwahati, Jammu, Jodhpur, Kolkata, Mumbai, Srinagar or any other Bench 2: Deputy Registrar | Level 11 (Pre-revised PB-3, Rs.15600-39100 + GP Rs.6600/-) | Allahabad, Chennai, Cuttack, Ernakulam, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Kolkata or any other Bench 3: Principal Private Secretary | Level 11 (Pre-revised PB-3, Rs.15600-39100 + GP Rs.6600/-) | Ahmedabad, Chennai, Cuttack, Ernakulam, Guwahati, Jammu, Mumbai or any other Bench 4: Deputy Controller of Accounts | Level 11 (Pre-revised PB-3, Rs.15600-39100 + GP Rs.6600/-) | Principal Bench, New Delhi 5: Section Officer / Court Officer | Level 08 (Pre-revised PB-2, Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4800/-) | Principal Bench (New Delhi), Ahmedabad, Allahabad, Bangalore, Chandigarh, Chennai, Cuttack, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jammu, Jodhpur, Kolkata, Mumbai, Patna, Srinagar or any other Bench 6: Private Secretary | Level 08 (Pre-revised PB-2, Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4800/-) | Allahabad, Bangalore, Chandigarh, Chennai, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jammu, Kolkata, Mumbai, Srinagar or any other Bench 7: Accounts Officer | Level 07 (Pre-revised PB-2, Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4600/-) | Principal Bench (New Delhi), Chennai, Chandigarh, Ernakulam, Kolkata, Mumbai, Patna or any other Bench 8: Assistant Library and Information Officer | Level 07 (Pre-revised PB-2, Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4600/-) | Ahmedabad, Allahabad, Bangalore, Ch…
Application Fee
The notification does not mention any application fee for this deputation recruitment. Candidates should refer to the official notification on the CAT website for any updates before applying.
Selection Process
Selection for all posts on deputation will be based on scrutiny of applications, ACR/APAR records for the last five years, and vigilance clearance. No written examination or interview has been specified in the notification. Final appointment is subject to verification of eligibility, vigilance clearance, and confirmation that the officer can be spared by the parent department immediately. Stage 1 – Forwarding of Application through Proper Channel Eligible serving Government servants who are willing to be considered and can be spared immediately must submit their application in the prescribed Proforma (typed in Double Space) through their parent department/head of office. The parent department must furnish a certificate confirming that the officer is clear from vigilance point of view and that no disciplinary case is pending or contemplated against them. Officers who volunteer for the post shall not be allowed to withdraw their application after selection. Stage 2 – Scrutiny of Applications and ACR/APAR Records Applications received along with attested copies of ACR/APAR for the last five years will be scrutinized by CAT. Applications received after the last date or found incomplete — such as for want of ACR/APAR, vigilance clearance certificate, or without the seal of the office — will not be entertained. CAT will not be in a position to return any documents provided by the applicant or parent office, irrespective of selection. Stage 3 – Posting The selected officer/official …
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted offline only in the prescribed Proforma for Furnishing Bio Data (as given in the notification), typed in Double Space on single side, through proper channel. No online application mode is available. The application, along with attested copies of ACR/APAR for the last five years and the Certificate furnished by the Head of Office, must be forwarded to the Principal Registrar, CAT Principal Bench so as to reach within 30 days from the date of publication of this Circular in the Employment News. Documents Required to be Submitted with the Application: • Duly filled and signed Bio Data Proforma (typed in Double Space on single side) as per the format prescribed in the notification • Attested copies of ACR/APAR for the last five years • Certificate furnished by the Head of Office confirming: (a) service particulars verified and correct; (b) no vigilance enquiry/disciplinary proceeding pending or contemplated; (c) the officer will be relieved of duties on selection • Supporting documents in proof of educational qualifications (degree certificates, mark sheets) • Service particulars in chronological order including deputation terms and financial upgradations as per the format in the Proforma • Any other relevant document in support of eligibility for the specific post applied for THIS OFFICE WILL NOT RETURN ANY DOCUMENTS submitted by the applicant or parent office, irrespective of whether the candidate is selected or not. Send Application to: The Princ…
Important Instructions
• The period of deputation, including deputation in another ex-cadre post held immediately preceding this appointment in the same or another organization/department of the Central Government, shall ordinarily not exceed five years in total. • Pay and allowances and other terms of deputation will be regulated in accordance with DoPT OM No. 6/8/2009-Estt.(Pay-II) dated 17.06.2010, as amended from time to time. • Employees of the Central Administrative Tribunal are eligible for and may continue to retain General Pool Residential Accommodation as per extant rules. • The number of vacancies may increase or decrease during the final recruitment process. The selected officer/official may be posted at the Bench where the vacancy would be available at the relevant point of time. • Applications must be forwarded through proper channel only. The department, while forwarding applications, must ensure that the officer/official who volunteers for the post shall not be allowed to withdraw his/her name later. • A vigilance clearance certificate to the effect that the officer is clear from the vigilance point of view and that no disciplinary case is pending or contemplated must be furnished by the forwarding authority along with the application. • Applications received after the expiry of the last date, or incomplete applications (want of ACR/APAR, vigilance clearance certificate, or without the official seal), will not be entertained under any circumstance. • CAT will not be in a position to…
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for CAT Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for 82 Junior Accountant, Accounts Officer and More Posts?
Date of Circular: 22/05/2026; Last Date for Receipt of Applications: Within 30 days from the date of publication of this Circular in the Employment News; Age Limit Calculated As On: Closing date of receipt of applications
What is the application fee?
The notification does not mention any application fee for this deputation recruitment. Candidates should refer to the official notification on the CAT website for any updates before applying.
What is the age limit?
The maximum age limit for appointment on deputation shall not exceed 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications. No minimum age has been prescribed. Age relaxation provisions as per DoPT guidelines may apply. Category: Age Limit All Categories (Deputation): Maximum 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications
What is the selection process?
Selection for all posts on deputation will be based on scrutiny of applications, ACR/APAR records for the last five years, and vigilance clearance. No written examination or interview has been specified in the notification. Final appointment is subject to verification of eligibility, vigilance clearance, and confirmation that the officer can be spared by the parent department immediately. Stage 1 – Forwarding of Application through Proper Channel Eligible serving Government servants who are willing to be considered and can be spared immediately must submit their application in the prescribed Proforma (typed in Double Space) through their parent department/head of office. The parent department must furnish a certificate confirming that the officer is clear from vigilance point of view and that no disciplinary case is pending or contemplated against them. Officers who volunteer for the …