UIDAI Director Recruitment 2026 — Ranchi

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is hiring 1 Director for its Regional Office in Ranchi, Jharkhand on deputation (Foreign Service terms). This is a Pay Matrix Level 13 post with a monthly salary of Rs. 1,23,100 to Rs. 2,15,900. The last date to apply is 13 May 2026. You need to apply offline through proper channel.

UIDAI Director Recruitment 2026 — 1 Post

UIDAI is the statutory authority responsible for issuing Aadhaar numbers to all residents of India. It works under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). This recruitment is for the Director post at the Ranchi Regional Office, to be filled on deputation basis for a period of 5 years (minimum 3 years). The circular was issued on 13 March 2026 under file number F. no. HQ-12018/3/2020-HR-HQ.

Who Can Apply?

Essential Eligibility

You must be a serving government officer with at least 5 years of government service. You can apply if you meet any one of these conditions:

• Central Government officers holding analogous posts (Director-level) on a regular basis in the parent cadre or department
• Central Government officers with 3 years of regular service in Pay Matrix Level 12 (Rs. 78,800 - 2,09,200) or above
• Officers from a State or Union Territory Government, a Public Sector Undertaking (PSU), or an Autonomous Organisation holding regular posts in corresponding grades with the required experience

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in monitoring and implementation of large-scale projects with multiple ecosystem partners
• Experience in budget management, contract management, coordination, establishment, administration, and procurement of goods and services
• Experience in e-governance and ICT-related projects

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 56 years as on the closing date of application (13 May 2026)

Salary

• Pay Matrix Level 13 under the 7th Central Pay Commission
• Monthly pay range: Rs. 1,23,100 to Rs. 2,15,900
• During deputation, your salary, allowances, medical benefits, and travelling allowance will be governed by UIDAI's own regulations (Appointment of Officers and Employees Regulations, 2020 and Salary, Allowances and other Terms and Conditions of Service Regulations, 2020)
• Leave will follow the Central Civil Services (Leave) Rules, 1972
• Vehicle facility for commuting is provided for Director-level officers
• Medical facilities — you can continue with CGHS from your parent organization, or use UIDAI's Medical Reimbursement Scheme

Note: Since this is a non-technical post, technical allowance is not applicable.

Selection Process

1. Application screening — Your application and service records will be reviewed for eligibility
2. Document verification — ACRs/APARs for the last 5 years, cadre clearance, and forwarding officer's certificate will be checked
3. Interview — Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview (as per UIDAI's standard deputation process)

Note: There is no written exam for this post. Selection is based on your service record, experience, and suitability for the role.

How to Apply

1. Download the application form (Annex I) from the official UIDAI notification
2. Fill in all details including your service history, qualifications, and eligibility
3. Get a forwarding certificate (Annex II) from your cadre controlling authority, along with cadre clearance and attested copies of ACRs/APARs for the last 5 years
4. Send the completed application through proper channel to: Director (HR), Unique Identification Authority of India, Bangla Sahib Road, Behind Kali Mandir, Gole Market, New Delhi — 110 001
5. Also send a copy by email to deputation@uidai.net.in

Important: Applications must be forwarded by your parent organisation. Applications from officers whose services cannot be spared by the cadre controlling authority will not be considered.

Important Dates

• Notification date: 13 March 2026
• Last date to apply: 13 May 2026

• Handle regional operations and oversee the Aadhaar enrollment and update activities in the Ranchi region
• Monitor and implement large-scale Aadhaar-related projects involving multiple stakeholders and ecosystem partners
• Manage budget allocation, contract management, and procurement of goods and services for the regional office
• Work with state government agencies, registrars, and enrollment agencies to ensure smooth Aadhaar service delivery
• Follow UIDAI policies and guidelines for authentication, data security, and privacy compliance
• Assist the Deputy Director General in coordinating with UIDAI Head Office on policy matters and reporting
• Prepare reports on enrollment targets, grievance resolution, and operational performance of the regional office
• Manage e-governance and ICT initiatives at the regional level to improve service efficiency