IIM Amritsar CAO & CFAO Recruitment 2026

About This Job

Indian Institute of Management Amritsar (IIM Amritsar) has released notification for 2 Group A posts — Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) and Chief Finance & Accounts Officer (CFAO) — on a regular basis. Candidates with a Post Graduate degree or CA/ICWA/CMA qualification can apply online. Last date to apply is 01 May 2026. Salary ranges from Rs. 78,800 to Rs. 2,15,900 per month under the 7th CPC.

IIM Amritsar CAO & CFAO Recruitment 2026 — 2 Posts

Indian Institute of Management Amritsar (IIM Amritsar), an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, is hiring for 2 senior non-teaching positions at its Amritsar campus in Punjab. This is a regular appointment — you can join through direct recruitment or deputation. Both posts are Group A officer-level roles with attractive pay scales and the prestige of working at one of India's premier management institutes.

Vacancy Details

Total vacancies: 2. Both posts are in the Unreserved (UR) category. Age relaxation is available for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD/Ex-servicemen as per Government of India norms.

Who Can Apply?

For Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) — Post Code R-501

• Qualification (Option A): Post Graduate degree from a recognized university with minimum 60% marks
• Qualification (Option B): Masters/PGDM in any business-related area (minimum 2-year course) from a recognized university with minimum 60% marks
• Experience (Direct Recruitment): Minimum 15 years of overall administrative experience, out of which at least 10 years should be in Pay Level 10 (PB-3, GP-5400) or above in Central/State Government, Autonomous Bodies, PSUs, or universities
• Experience (Deputation): Minimum 20 years of overall administrative experience, out of which at least 15 years should be in Pay Level 10 or above
• Desirable: Experience in Institutes of National Importance like IIMs, IITs, IISERs. A degree in Law is preferred
• Probation: 2 years for Direct Recruitment

For Chief Finance & Accounts Officer (CFAO) — Post Code R-502

• Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA) / ICWA / CMA with minimum 55% marks and a consistently good academic record
• Experience: Minimum 15 years of overall experience in the relevant area, out of which at least 8 years should be in Pay Level 10 or above in Central/State Government, Autonomous Bodies, PSUs, or universities
• Desirable: Experience in Institutes of National Importance such as IIMs, IITs, IISERs
• Method: Direct Recruitment only

You must be a citizen of India to apply for either post.

Age Limit

• CAO (Direct Recruitment): Maximum 50 years as on the closing date of applications (01 May 2026)
• CAO (Deputation): Maximum 58 years as on the closing date
• CFAO (Direct Recruitment): Maximum 50 years as on the closing date
• Age Relaxation: Available for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD/Ex-servicemen as per Government of India rules

Salary

• CAO: Pay Level 13 — Rs. 1,23,100 to Rs. 2,15,900 per month (7th CPC)
• CFAO: Pay Level 12 — Rs. 78,800 to Rs. 2,09,200 per month (7th CPC)
• You will also get DA, HRA, and other allowances as per Central Government rules
• For deputation appointments, initial deputation will be for 2 years, extendable further

Application Fee

• UR (Unreserved): Rs. 500
• OBC-NCL / EWS: Rs. 250
• SC / ST / PwBD / Female candidates (all categories): No fee
• Payment mode: Online only (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking)
• Fee is non-refundable. Applications without the prescribed fee will be rejected.

Selection Process

Selection will be based on Personal Interview:

1. Screening of Applications: IIM Amritsar will shortlist candidates based on qualifications and experience. Meeting the minimum eligibility does not guarantee an interview call
2. Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview (online or in-person mode). The date and mode will be communicated via email
3. Document Verification: You will need to bring original certificates, degrees, experience letters, caste certificate (if applicable), EWS certificate, and other relevant documents

There is no written exam for these posts — selection is entirely through interview.

How to Apply

1. Go to the IIM Amritsar recruitment portal at recruitment.iimamritsar.ac.in
2. Register yourself on the portal
3. Fill in the online application form for the post you want to apply for
4. Upload self-attested copies of your qualification certificates, experience proof, and other required documents
5. Pay the application fee online
6. Submit the form and save a copy for your records

If you want to apply for both posts, you need to fill separate application forms for each.

Government/PSU employees must apply through proper channel or produce a No Objection Certificate at the time of interview.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 11 April 2026
• Online Application Start: 11 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 01 May 2026 (up to 05:30 PM)
• Interview Date: To be announced (communicated via email)

• Oversee all administrative and operational functions of the institute, including HR, general administration, estate management, and procurement
• Assist the Director in day-to-day management and execution of institutional responsibilities
• Handle budget preparation, financial planning, and expenditure control in coordination with finance departments
• Manage legal matters, compliance with government regulations, and statutory requirements under the IIM Act
• Coordinate visits of government officials, foreign delegations, and institutional events including the annual convocation
• Prepare and submit the institute's annual reports, statutory returns, and responses to Parliament Questions
• Monitor procurement processes, vendor management, and contract administration as per GFR guidelines