UIDAI Director (Technology) Recruitment 2026

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is hiring 1 Director (Technology) at its Head Office in New Delhi on deputation (Foreign Service terms). The post carries a salary of Rs. 1,23,100 to Rs. 2,15,900 per month under Pay Matrix Level 13 of the 7th CPC. The deputation period is 3 to 5 years. The last date to apply is 13 May 2026.

UIDAI Director (Technology) Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

UIDAI is the statutory authority responsible for issuing Aadhaar numbers to residents of India. It works under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and was established under the Aadhaar Act, 2016. This vacancy is for a senior-level technology leadership role at the UIDAI Head Office, dealing with large-scale IT systems, data centre operations, and technology procurement for the world's largest biometric identity programme.

Who Can Apply?

Essential Qualifications

• Educational Requirement: Four-year degree in Engineering or Technology, OR Master's degree in Computer Application (MCA) from a government-recognised institute
• Service Requirement: Only officers who have completed at least 5 years of government service can apply

Experience Requirement (Any One)

• Option 1: Central Government officers holding analogous posts (at Level 13) on regular basis in the parent cadre/department
• Option 2: Officers with 3 years of regular service in Pay Matrix Level 12 (Rs. 78,800 - 2,09,200) or above
• Option 3: Officers from State/UT Government, PSU, or Autonomous Organisation holding regular posts in corresponding grades with the required experience

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in monitoring and implementing large-scale projects with multiple ecosystem partners
• Experience in handling IT/Telecom/Networking/Data Centre operations
• Experience in IT procurement and IT inventory management

Age Limit

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

Salary

• Pay Level: Level 13 of the 7th Central Pay Commission
• Basic Pay Range: Rs. 1,23,100 - Rs. 2,15,900 per month
• Allowances: As per UIDAI (Salary, Allowances and other Terms and Conditions of Service of Employees) Regulations, 2020. This includes Dearness Allowance, HRA, and other standard Central Government allowances
• Facilities: Vehicle facility for commuting (available to Director-level officers), medical benefits under CGHS or UIDAI Medical Reimbursement Scheme, and access to Aadhaar Housing Complex at DDU Marg, New Delhi for residential accommodation

Application Fee

• No application fee is charged for this deputation post

Selection Process

1. Application Screening: Applications received through proper channel will be screened for eligibility
2. Document Verification: Verification of cadre clearance, ACRs/APARs, and other supporting documents
3. Merit-Based Selection: Selection will be based on the applicant's qualifications, experience, and service record. No written examination is conducted for this post

How to Apply

1. Download the application form (Annex I) from the UIDAI official website (uidai.gov.in)
2. Fill in all details as per the prescribed format
3. Get the forwarding certificate (Annex II) from your parent organisation, which must include cadre clearance from the cadre controlling authority
4. Attach attested copies of ACRs/APARs for the last 5 years (attested by an officer not below the rank of Under Secretary to the Government of India or equivalent)
5. Send the complete application through proper channel to: Director (HR), Unique Identification Authority of India, Bangla Sahib Road, Behind Kali Mandir, Gole Market, New Delhi - 110 001
6. Additionally, send a copy via email to deputation@uidai.net.in
7. Make sure your application reaches before 13 May 2026. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 13 March 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 13 May 2026

• Handle technology strategy, planning, and implementation for UIDAI's Aadhaar ecosystem and related IT infrastructure
• Monitor and manage large-scale IT/Telecom projects involving multiple ecosystem partners and vendors
• Manage data centre operations, networking infrastructure, and technology uptime for Aadhaar services
• Prepare technology procurement plans, evaluate IT tenders, and manage IT inventory across UIDAI offices
• Work with internal teams and external agencies to ensure smooth delivery of Aadhaar enrolment and authentication services
• Follow all government IT security protocols and ensure compliance with data protection guidelines
• Assist senior leadership in formulating technology policies and upgradation roadmaps for UIDAI systems