DDP Deputy Planning Officer (Naval) Recruitment 2026

The Department of Defence Production (DDP), Ministry of Defence is hiring 1 Deputy Planning Officer (Naval System-Modernization) for its Directorate of Planning & Coordination in New Delhi. This is a deputation post (or short-term contract) for serving government and naval officers, with a salary at Pay Level 12 (Rs. 78,800 - Rs. 2,09,200 per month). The last date to apply is 6 August 2026 (within 45 days of the circular dated 23 June 2026). Applications must be sent by post.

Department of Defence Production (DDP) Deputy Planning Officer (Naval System-Modernization) Recruitment 2026

The Department of Defence Production (DDP), under the Ministry of Defence, has released a vacancy circular to fill one post of Deputy Planning Officer (Naval System-Modernization) in the Directorate of Planning and Coordination (Dte of P&C). This is a by-transfer-on-deputation / short-term contract appointment, not an open-market exam recruitment. The role suits serving naval and defence officers who handle shipbuilding, naval systems, and modernization work for the Indian Navy.

Who Can Apply?

This post is open to serving government officers and PSU employees only. You can apply if you fall under any one of these:

• All India Services officers or officers holding analogous posts in Central Civil Services Group 'A', or in DRDO.
• Officers holding analogous posts in Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs).
• Serving Service Officers holding the substantive rank of Lt Col / Cdr / Wg Cdr in the Indian Army / Navy / Air Force.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience and knowledge of shipbuilding, naval platforms and systems, shipborne equipment, and naval weapons / communication / electronic systems.
• Knowledge of Defence Acquisition Procedures.
• You should have undergone the Staff College Course.
• A serving Naval Officer of the rank of Commander who has preferably completed a tenure at Naval HQ is preferred.

Age Limit

• No fixed upper age is given, but you must have a residual service of at least 4 years from the date the vacancy circular was issued (23 June 2026).

Salary

• The post is at Pay Level 12 / 12A (Rs. 78,800 - Rs. 2,09,200 per month) as per the 7th Central Pay Commission.
• Your pay on deputation will be fixed as per existing government rules. Service Officers on deputation will continue to draw pay and allowances from their respective CDAs.

Selection Process

There is no written exam for this deputation post. Selection works like this:

1. Application Screening: Your application must be forwarded with your last 5 years' ACR/APAR dossier, integrity certificate, and a major/minor penalty statement.
2. Recommendation by your administrative authority: Your office must certify your particulars and confirm no disciplinary or vigilance case is pending against you.
3. Final selection is done by DDP based on suitability and eligibility.

Note: Officers who apply will not be allowed to withdraw their candidature later.

How to Apply

1. Fill the application in the attached proforma (bio-data format) given in the official circular.
2. Get it recommended by your administrative authority.
3. Attach your ACR dossier / authenticated copies of last 5 years' ACRs/APARs, integrity certificate, and penalty statement.
4. Send the complete application by post so it reaches: Dy Dir (Adm & Coord), Directorate of Planning & Coordination, Ministry of Defence, 5th Floor, Room No. 501, Block-C, Defence Office Complex, KG Marg, New Delhi - 110001.
5. Make sure your application reaches within 45 days of 23 June 2026 (by 6 August 2026).

The circular is uploaded on the DDP website (ddpmod.gov.in) under 'Vacancy & Circular' as "Vacancy circular for the post of DPO(NS-M) in Dte of Plg & Coord, DDP".

Important Dates

• Circular Date: 23 June 2026
• Last Date to Apply (by post): 6 August 2026 (within 45 days of the circular)

• Monitor and give technical advice on planning and progress of shipbuilding and modernization projects for the Indian Navy
• Carry out technical scans of shipbuilding, naval systems, and shipyards to track new technology and state-of-the-art developments
• Assess the qualitative requirements and Acceptance of Necessity (AON) of naval proposals forwarded by Naval Headquarters
• Appraise techno-economic proposals for indigenous manufacture, transfer of technology, and licence manufacturing for the Navy
• Advise on maintenance and logistic support for Naval Dockyards in consultation with Service HQs and Defence PSUs
• Represent the Department of Defence Production in TEC, TOEC, CNC, and feasibility studies for 'Make' projects
• Work closely with R&D organizations and production agencies on co-development and co-production