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DoPT Minister (Economic) HCI London Recruitment 2026 | Apply for Joint Secretary Level Post @ dopt.gov.in

DoPT (Department of Personnel and Training) has released a vacancy circular for filling up the post of Minister (Economic) at the High Commission of India (HCI), London, UK. The DoPT Minister (Economic) HCI London Recruitment 2026 notification has been published for a Joint Secretary Level Foreign Post under the Department of Commerce for a period of three (03) years. Eligible officers who are willing and can be spared by their State Government/Ministry/Department can forward their applications in the prescribed format on or before 01 October 2026.

This is a prestigious opportunity for senior government officers to represent India in a key diplomatic and economic role at the High Commission of India in London, UK.

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About the Organization

The Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) is a department under the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Government of India. It is responsible for matters relating to personnel management, public grievances, administrative reforms, and the Central Staffing Scheme. The Establishment Officer (EO) is the nodal authority for appointments to senior positions in the Government of India, including Joint Secretary level posts and foreign deputations.

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Recruitment Highlights

Feature	Details
Organization	Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India
Circular No.	04/30/2026-FA(UN)
Post Name	Minister (Economic), High Commission of India (HCI), London, UK
Total Vacancies	01
Post Level	Joint Secretary Level Foreign Post
Department	Department of Commerce
Tenure	3 Years
Application Mode	Offline (Through Proper Channel)
Official Website	https://dopt.gov.in

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Important Dates

Event	Date
Circular Release Date	02 September 2026
Application Start Date	02 September 2026
Last Date to Apply	01 October 2026

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Vacancy Details

Post Name	Vacancies	Tenure
Minister (Economic), HCI London	01	3 Years
Total	01

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Eligibility Criteria

1. Mandatory Qualifications:

• The officer must have been empanelled to hold Joint Secretary or equivalent posts at the Centre.
• The officer must be at least three batches below the batch next to be considered for empanelment as Additional Secretary to the Government of India.
• The officer must have worked for at least two years at the Centre under Central Staffing Scheme.
• The officer must be clear from Vigilance angle.
• The officer must not have been debarred from Central Deputation.
• The officer should have at least 'Very Good' Service record. However, preference will be given to officers who have 'Outstanding' service record with a grading of 08 and above.
• The officer must be below 54 years of age, as on the date of vacancy.
• The officer must not have been on an assignment to a Foreign/Captive post of the Government of India, earlier.
• The officer should not have been nominated for foreign training or should not be on training or foreign assignment, currently.
• The officer should not be on study leave or long leave.
• The officer should have prior working experience of Commerce or Agriculture or Industry in the State Government or in the Government of India.
• The officer should have experience in an Economic Ministry of the Government of India.

2. Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience and/or familiar exposure to International Trade.
• Experience in Bilateral/International trade negotiations.

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Selection Process

• The post will be circulated amongst the eligible officers.
• Names of willing and eligible officers, who can be spared by the State Government/Ministry/Department, may be forwarded to DoPT.
• The Competent Authority may relax any of the conditions of eligibility in deserving cases.
• Selection will be made based on the eligibility criteria and service record of the officers.
• The officer must ensure the 'Cooling-Off' period after a previous stint on deputation, if any, is complete.
• In case the officer is currently on deputation under Central Staffing Scheme, the nomination may be forwarded with the approval of Minister-in-Charge concerned.

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How to Apply for DoPT Minister (Economic) HCI London Recruitment 2026

• Step 1: The circular may be circulated amongst the eligible officers.
• Step 2: Willing and eligible officers should fill the prescribed application format.
• Step 3: The application must be forwarded through the State Government/Ministry/Department.
• Step 4: The application should be sent along with Cadre clearance, Vigilance clearance, Detailed Bio-data, and APAR Dossier/certified APAR grading for the last Five (05) years.
• Step 5: The application should be e-mailed to dirsm@gov.in or forwarded to the Department of Personnel and Training.
• Step 6: Ensure the application reaches the Department by 01 October 2026.

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Documents Required

• Duly filled Application Form in the prescribed format
• Cadre Clearance (issued by parent cadre/organization)
• Vigilance Clearance
• Detailed Bio-data
• APAR Dossier / Certified APAR grading for the last Five (05) years
• Any other relevant documents as required

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Application Format Details

• Name of the officer
• Service, Batch and Cadre (If an AIS officer)
• Date of Birth
• Contact Telephone No. (O) (R) (M)
• Domicile of the officer
• Category of the officer
• Educational Qualifications
• Date of joining the Government service
• Present Designation and Pay Scale
• Period of continuous appointment on the present post
• Date of Superannuation
• Whether Spouse is working in a Government Service
• Complete Experience/Posting Profile
• Whether clear from Vigilance angle (to be filled by Ministry/Department/CCA)
• Whether the officer has been on Central/Foreign deputation earlier
• Whether the officer is debarred from deputation under the Central Staffing Scheme

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Important Links

Description	Link
Official DoPT Website	Click Here
Office of the Establishment Officer	Click Here
Official Notification & Application Form PDF	Click Here
Application Email	dirsm@gov.in

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Important Instructions

• The post is a Joint Secretary Level Foreign Post of Government of India.
• The appointment is for a period of three (03) years under the Department of Commerce.
• The officer must not have been on an assignment to a Foreign/Captive post of the Government of India, earlier.
• The officer should not be on study leave or long leave.
• The officer must be below 54 years of age, as on the date of vacancy.
• The 'Cooling-Off' period after a previous stint on deputation, if any, must be complete.
• In case the officer is currently on deputation under Central Staffing Scheme, the nomination may be forwarded with the approval of Minister-in-Charge concerned.
• The Competent Authority may relax any of the conditions of eligibility in deserving cases.
• The application should be forwarded along with the Cadre Clearance (issued by their parent cadre/organization only).
• The application must reach the Department by 01 October 2026.

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Contact Details

• Organization: Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT)
• Office: Office of the Establishment Officer
• Address: Kartavya Bhawan-3, New Delhi
• Official Website: https://doe.gov.in
• Email: dirsm@gov.in

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the last date to apply for DoPT Minister (Economic) HCI London Recruitment 2026?

• The last date to submit the application is 01 October 2026.

2. What is the total number of vacancies for this post?

• There is 01 vacancy for the post of Minister (Economic) at the High Commission of India, London, UK.

3. What is the tenure of this foreign post?

• The appointment is for a period of three (03) years under the Department of Commerce.

4. What is the age limit for this post?

• The officer must be below 54 years of age, as on the date of vacancy.

5. What is the selection process for this recruitment?

• The post will be circulated amongst eligible officers. Names of willing and eligible officers will be forwarded to DoPT, and selection will be made based on eligibility criteria and service record.

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Disclaimer: This article has been prepared for informational purposes based on the official Minister (Economic) HCI London Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Circular (No. 04/30/2026-FA(UN)). Candidates are advised to read the official circular carefully before applying. All information including vacancy numbers, eligibility criteria, and dates are as per the official circular. In case of any discrepancy, the official notification issued by DoPT shall prevail. Keep checking the official DoPT website for updates on recruitment-related information.