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DC MSME Recruitment 2026 – Stenographer Grade I
Office of the Development Commissioner (MSME) | 22 Posts | Deputation Basis | New Delhi
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Quick Highlights

• Post: Stenographer Grade I – 22
• Organisation: Office of the Development Commissioner (MSME)
• Ministry: Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises, Govt. of India
• Pay Level: Level-6 (Group B Non-Gazetted)
• Job Location: New Delhi
• Recruitment Mode: Deputation Basis
• Last Date: 04.07.2026

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About the Organisation

The Office of the Development Commissioner (MSME) functions under the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Government of India. It is the apex body for policy coordination and implementation of development programmes for the MSME sector across India.

DC-MSME operates through a nationwide network of technology centres, field offices, development institutes and testing laboratories. It supports small businesses through various central government schemes covering credit, technology, skill development and infrastructure.

Stenographers play a crucial support role in the smooth administrative functioning of government offices. This vacancy for Stenographer Grade I is open to eligible serving Central Government stenography staff on deputation basis, and with 22 posts on offer it is one of the larger openings in DC-MSME's current recruitment cycle.
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Vacancy Details

• Post Name: Stenographer Grade I
• Number of Posts: 22
• Nature of Appointment: Deputation basis
• Pay Level: Level-6 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
• Classification: Group B Non-Gazetted
• Place of Posting: Office of the Development Commissioner (MSME), New Delhi

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Eligibility Criteria

For Deputation:

Stenographers Grade I or equivalent posts under the Central Government holding the post on regular basis in the parent cadre or department

OR

Stenographers with two years regular service in Level-5 in the Pay Matrix or equivalent in the parent cadre or department

OR

Stenographers with three years regular service in Level-4 in the Pay Matrix or equivalent in the parent cadre or department

Stenography Speed Requirements:

• Shorthand speed as per the post requirements under Central Government Stenographers Service norms
• Proficiency in transcription on computer is essential
• Knowledge of MS Office, word processing and office software is required
• Candidates from Central Secretariat Stenographers Service (CSSS) or equivalent are eligible

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Age Limit

• Maximum age limit for appointment on deputation shall not exceed 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications

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Salary / Pay Scale

• Pay Level: Level-6 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
• Pay Range: Rs. 35,400 – Rs. 1,12,400 per month (Level-6)
• Deputation allowance and other admissible central government allowances applicable as per rules

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Job Responsibilities

• Taking dictation in shorthand from senior officers and transcribing accurately on computer
• Preparing official letters, noting, drafts, reports and office memoranda
• Maintaining confidential records and files of the officer attached to
• Managing appointments, correspondence and office diary of senior officers
• Handling routine official communication and coordinating with other sections
• Operating computers for word processing, email correspondence and document management
• Attending to telephone calls and official messages on behalf of the officer
• Any other stenographic and secretarial duties assigned from time to time

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Important Dates

• Advertisement Published: Employment News, 30 May – 5 June 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 04.07.2026
• Applications received after the closing date will not be entertained under any circumstances

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Application Fee

Not mentioned in the official notification.
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How to Apply

• Eligible and willing officers must apply through proper channel only
• Application must be routed through the cadre controlling authority or head of the department
• The completed application along with all required documents must reach the DC-MSME office, New Delhi on or before 04.07.2026
• Applications sent directly without routing through proper channel will not be accepted
• Prescribed proforma and complete instructions available at http://dcmsme.gov.in under Vacancies section

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Required Documents

• Duly filled application in the prescribed proforma
• Up-to-date APAR / ACR dossiers for the last 5 years, attested by an officer not below the rank of Under Secretary
• Vigilance Clearance Certificate
• Integrity Certificate
• Cadre Clearance Certificate
• Statement of major / minor penalties imposed during the last 10 years (Nil statement if none)
• Certificate from cadre controlling authority confirming the officer can be relieved on selection
• Proof of stenography qualification and speed test certificates if applicable

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Important Instructions

• This vacancy is strictly on deputation basis only – fresh or direct candidates are not eligible to apply
• Period of deputation including any prior deputation in ex-cadre post shall ordinarily not exceed 3 years
• Officers who apply will not be permitted to withdraw their candidature at a later stage
• Applications received without complete mandatory enclosures will be summarily rejected
• The number of posts is tentative and may increase or decrease based on administrative requirements
• Corrigendum if any will be published on the official DC-MSME website only
• DC-MSME reserves the right to cancel, modify or defer the recruitment without assigning reasons

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Official Links

• Official Website: http://dcmsme.gov.in
• Vacancy Notification: http://dcmsme.gov.in – Vacancies section
• Ministry Website: http://msme.gov.in

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