UIDAI Deputy Director Recruitment 2026

UIDAI is hiring 2 Deputy Directors at its Head Office in New Delhi on deputation (Foreign Service terms). Only serving Central Government, State/UT Government, PSU, or Autonomous Organisation officers can apply — private candidates are not eligible. The last date to submit your application through proper channel is 20 April 2026. The pay for this post is Pay Matrix Level-11 (Rs. 67,700 to Rs. 2,08,700 per month).

UIDAI Deputy Director Recruitment 2026 - 2 Posts

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) — the organisation responsible for issuing Aadhaar numbers — has released a notification for 2 Deputy Director posts at its Head Office, New Delhi. This is a deputation (Foreign Service terms) appointment, meaning only currently serving government and public sector officers can apply. The original vacancy circular was issued on 03 February 2026 and the closing date has since been extended to 20 April 2026.

Who Can Apply?

This post is only open to serving officers. Private candidates are not eligible.

Essential Eligibility (Central Government Officers)

• Officers holding analogous posts on regular basis in their parent cadre/department
• OR officers with 3 years of regular service in Pay Matrix Level-10 (Rs. 56,100 – Rs. 1,77,500)
• OR officers with 5 years of regular service in Pay Matrix Level-9 (Rs. 53,100 – Rs. 1,67,800)
• OR officers with 6 years of regular service in Pay Matrix Level-8 (Rs. 47,600 – Rs. 1,51,100)
• You must have completed at least 5 years of total government service

Essential Eligibility (Other Organisations)

• Officers from State/UT Government, PSU, or Autonomous Organisation holding regular posts in corresponding grades with the required experience

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in Administration, Legal, Establishment, HR, Finance, Accounts, Budgeting, Vigilance, Procurement, Planning & Policy, Project Implementation & Monitoring, or E-Governance
• Basic computer skills for working in a computerised office environment

Note: Officers holding an analogous post in the parent organisation may be preferred. You cannot withdraw your candidature once you have applied.

Age Limit

• You must be below 56 years of age as on the closing date of application (20 April 2026)
• You must have a minimum residual service of 3 years as on the closing date

Salary

• Pay Matrix Level-11 of the 7th Central Pay Commission
• Salary range: Rs. 67,700 to Rs. 2,08,700 per month
• During deputation, salary, allowances, and other service conditions will be as per UIDAI's Appointment and Salary Regulations, 2020
• If your parent organisation has a different pay structure, your pay will be protected (not the perquisites)
• Aadhaar Housing Complex residential accommodation may be available at DDU Marg, New Delhi
• Medical benefits: You can continue with CGHS coverage of your parent organisation, or use UIDAI's Medical Reimbursement Scheme

Selection Process

1. Screening of Applications: Applications received through proper channel will be screened for eligibility
2. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates' service records and ACR/APAR reports will be verified
3. Selection: Final selection based on overall suitability and merit

Note: UIDAI may change the number of vacancies at any time, at its discretion.

How to Apply

1. Fill in the application form as per Annex I of the vacancy circular
2. Get your application forwarded through your proper channel (cadre controlling authority)
3. Your forwarding authority must provide a certificate in Annex II confirming cadre clearance, integrity, and no vigilance cases
4. Attach copies of your ACRs/APARs for the last 5 years, duly attested by an officer of at least Under Secretary rank
5. Send the complete application to:

Director (HR), Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), 4th Floor, Bangla Sahib Road, Behind Kali Mandir, Gole Market, New Delhi – 110 002

Applications received after the last date or without proper channel forwarding will not be considered. For eligibility purposes, the cut-off date is 06 April 2026.

Important Dates

• Original Notification Date: 03 February 2026
• Extension Circular Date: 08 April 2026
• Eligibility Cut-off Date: 06 April 2026
• Last Date to Submit Application: 20 April 2026

• Handle administration, HR, finance, or policy matters as assigned by UIDAI Head Office
• Assist in planning and implementing Aadhaar-related projects and e-governance initiatives
• Manage procurement, budgeting, and vigilance activities within the department
• Supervise staff and oversee day-to-day office operations at UIDAI Head Office
• Prepare reports, policy notes, and correspondence for senior officers
• Coordinate with Central Government ministries and other organisations as required
• Monitor project implementation and ensure compliance with government rules and regulations