Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Principal Bench, New Delhi has announced vacancies for filling up posts on deputation basis! Published on 22-05-2026 vide No. PB/1/8/2023-Estt.I, this circular invites applications from serving Central/State Government officers and officials for 12 different posts across 82 total vacancies spread across various Benches of the Tribunal. Eligible serving Government servants not exceeding 56 years of age as on the closing date can apply through proper channel within 30 days from the date of publication in Employment News. Find all details about CAT Deputation Recruitment 2026, including eligibility, vacancy details, and application process here.
CAT Deputation Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Central Administrative Tribunal, Principal Bench, 61/35 Copernicus Marg, New Delhi – 110001 has officially released a Circular dated 22/05/2026 (No. PB/1/8/2023-Estt.I) for filling up vacant posts in the Central Administrative Tribunal on deputation basis, initially for a period of 03 years. The notification includes complete details on post-wise vacancy, pay scale, eligibility criteria, bench-wise availability, age limit, terms and conditions of deputation, and the prescribed Proforma for Bio Data. Candidates are strongly advised to read the full notification before applying. The notification is available on the official CAT website.
CAT Deputation Recruitment 2026 Overview
Central Administrative Tribunal is filling up 82 posts across 12 categories on deputation basis from serving Central/State Government officers, with applications to be submitted within 30 days of publication in Employment News.
| Organization Name | Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Principal Bench, New Delhi |
| Post Names | Joint Registrar, Deputy Registrar, Principal Private Secretary, Deputy Controller of Accounts, Section Officer/Court Officer, Private Secretary, Accounts Officer, Assistant Library and Information Officer, Junior Accounts Officer, Caretaker, Senior Accountant, Junior Accountant (12 posts) |
| Department | Establishment Section, Central Administrative Tribunal – Principal Bench |
| Total Vacancies | 82 (tentative; may increase/decrease during final recruitment process) |
| Nature of Engagement | Deputation basis – initially for 03 years (extendable or curtailable in administrative exigencies) |
| Pay and Allowances | As per DoPT OM No. 6/8/2009-Estt.(Pay-II) dated 17.06.2010, as amended from time to time; General Pool Residential Accommodation available as per extant rules |
| Application Mode | Offline only – duly typed Proforma (in Double Space) forwarded through proper channel along with ACR/APAR for the last five years, by post/email to Principal Registrar, CAT Principal Bench, New Delhi |
| Selection Mode | Scrutiny of applications and ACR/APAR records; vigilance clearance certificate mandatory |
| Mandatory Requirement | Applications must be forwarded through proper channel by the parent department with vigilance clearance certificate and confirmation that the officer can be spared immediately |
| Official Website | https://www.cat.nic.in/ |
CAT Deputation Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Circular | 22/05/2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Applications | Within 30 days from the date of publication of this Circular in the Employment News |
| Age Limit Calculated As On | Closing date of receipt of applications |
CAT Deputation Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details
A total of 82 vacancies have been announced across 12 post categories for deputation at various Benches of the Central Administrative Tribunal. The number and place of posting are subject to change. Selected officers may be posted at the Bench where the vacancy is available at the relevant point of time.
| Sn | Post Name | Vacancies | Group / Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joint Registrar | 05 | Group A (Gazetted) |
| 2 | Deputy Registrar | 07 | Group A (Gazetted) |
| 3 | Principal Private Secretary | 01 | Group A (Gazetted) |
| 4 | Deputy Controller of Accounts | 01 | Group A (Gazetted) |
| 5 | Section Officer / Court Officer | 26 | Group B (Gazetted) |
| 6 | Private Secretary | 04 | Group B (Gazetted) |
| 7 | Accounts Officer | 08 | Group B (Gazetted) |
| 8 | Assistant Library and Information Officer | 05 | Group B (Gazetted) |
| 9 | Junior Accounts Officer | 07 | Group B (Non-Gazetted) |
| 10 | Caretaker | 05 | Group B (Non-Gazetted) |
| 11 | Senior Accountant | 07 | Group C (Non-Gazetted) |
| 12 | Junior Accountant | 06 | Group C (Non-Gazetted) |
| Total | 82 | ||
CAT Deputation Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
Only serving Government servants fulfilling the prescribed eligibility criteria for each post are eligible. Applications must be forwarded through proper channel by the parent department. Candidates must be clear from vigilance point of view with no disciplinary case pending or contemplated. Post-wise eligibility is as follows:
| Post | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Joint Registrar | (i) Officers possessing a degree in Law and holding: (a) Analogous posts under Central/State Govt./High Court; OR (b) Posts with minimum 05 years regular service in Grade Pay of Rs.6600/- (Level 11 in 7th CPC). (ii) Judicial Officer with minimum 08 years of regular service. |
| Deputy Registrar | Officers of Central/State Govt./High Courts: (a)(i) Holding analogous post on regular basis; OR (ii) At least 05 years regular service in Grade Pay Rs.5400/-; OR (iii) At least 06 years regular service in Grade Pay Rs.4800/- or equivalent. AND (b) Possessing a degree in Law from a recognized University or equivalent. |
| Principal Private Secretary | Officers of Central/State Govt./High Courts holding analogous posts of Principal Private Secretary on regular basis in PB-3 (Rs.15600-39100 + GP Rs.6600/-); OR in the grade of Private Secretary with at least 08 years combined regular service in PB-2 (Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4800/-) and PB-3 (Rs.15600-39100 + GP Rs.5400/-). |
| Deputy Controller of Accounts | (i) Officers working as Deputy Controller of Accounts from Central Departmentalized Accounting Organisation of CGA with minimum 02 years of service in the grade under C.G.A., C.G.O.A., P&T Accounts or Railway Accounts Service. (ii) Accounts Officer with minimum 10 years service in the grade of Accounts Officer in C.G.A., C.G.O.A., P&T Accounts and Railway Accounts Service. |
| Section Officer / Court Officer | Essential: Persons working under Central/State Govt./High Court/Subordinate Courts – (a)(i) Holding analogous post on regular basis; OR (ii) Holding posts of Assistants or equivalent in PB-2 (Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4600/-) with 08 years regular service. AND (b) Possessing a Degree of a recognized University or equivalent. Desirable: Degree in Law. |
| Private Secretary | Officers holding the post of Stenographers under Central/State Govt./High Courts – (i) Holding analogous post on regular basis; OR (ii) 06 years of regular service in the scale of Pre-revised PB-2 (Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4600/-). |
| Accounts Officer | (i) Regular Accounts/Audit Officers from any of the Organized Accounts Department; OR (ii) Officers under Central Govt. holding analogous post on regular basis who have undergone training in Cash and Accounts work in ISTM or equivalent and possess experience in Cash, Accounts and Budget work; OR (iii) Junior Accounts Officer/Accounts Audit Officers or equivalent in PB-2 (Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4200/-) with 08/05 years regular service respectively under C&AG, Defence A/Cs, P&T, Railway A/Cs Department. |
| Assistant Library and Information Officer | (a) Officers under Central/State Govt./High Courts and Courts subordinate thereto – (i) Holding analogous posts; OR (ii) At least 05 years regular service in PB-2 (Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4200/-). AND (b) Essential: (i) Bachelor Degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science from a recognized University/Institute; (ii) Two years' professional experience in a Library under Central/State Govt. or autonomous/statutory organisation/PSU/University/recognized Research or Educational institution. Desirable: (i) Master's degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science; (ii) Diploma in Computer Application. |
| Junior Accounts Officer | Officials under Central Govt. holding analogous post or SAS Accountant/Junior Accounts Officer in various Accounting organisations; failing which Assistants with 05 years service / Upper Division Clerks (Senior Assistants) of Central Govt. with 10 years service in the grade who have undergone Cash & Accounts training in ISTM or equivalent or possess 03 years experience of Cash, Accounts and Budget works. |
| Caretaker | (i) Officers from Central Govt. – (a) Holding analogous post on regular basis; OR (b) Holding post in scale of Pre-revised PB-1 (Rs.5200-20200 + GP Rs.2400/-) with 08 years regular service in the grade. AND (ii) Possessing a degree from a recognized University or equivalent. |
| Senior Accountant | (i) Senior Accountant of Departmentalised Accounting Organisation/Auditor of the Indian Audited Accounts Department; Senior Accountant of CGA Defence, P&T and Railways in that grade; OR (ii) Junior Accountant in Departmentalised Accounting system or under CGA/Defence/P&T/Railways or Auditor under CAG with minimum 05 years experience in that grade; OR (iii) Assistant in C.S.S. Cadre with 03 months Cash and Accounts training conducted by ISTM. |
| Junior Accountant | (i) Junior Accountant experienced in the Departmentalised Accounting system under CGA, P&T Accounts, Defence and Railway Accounts or Auditor under CGA; OR (ii) Upper Division Clerk (Senior Assistant) in CSS or subordinate offices with Cash and Accounts training conducted by ISTM. |
CAT Deputation Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit
The maximum age limit for appointment on deputation shall not exceed 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications. No minimum age has been prescribed. Age relaxation provisions as per DoPT guidelines may apply.
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| All Categories (Deputation) | Maximum 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications |
CAT Deputation Recruitment 2026 - Application Fee
The notification does not mention any application fee for this deputation recruitment. Candidates should refer to the official notification on the CAT website for any updates before applying.
CAT Deputation Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
Selection for all posts on deputation will be based on scrutiny of applications, ACR/APAR records for the last five years, and vigilance clearance. No written examination or interview has been specified in the notification. Final appointment is subject to verification of eligibility, vigilance clearance, and confirmation that the officer can be spared by the parent department immediately.
Stage 1 – Forwarding of Application through Proper Channel
Eligible serving Government servants who are willing to be considered and can be spared immediately must submit their application in the prescribed Proforma (typed in Double Space) through their parent department/head of office. The parent department must furnish a certificate confirming that the officer is clear from vigilance point of view and that no disciplinary case is pending or contemplated against them. Officers who volunteer for the post shall not be allowed to withdraw their application after selection.
Stage 2 – Scrutiny of Applications and ACR/APAR Records
Applications received along with attested copies of ACR/APAR for the last five years will be scrutinized by CAT. Applications received after the last date or found incomplete — such as for want of ACR/APAR, vigilance clearance certificate, or without the seal of the office — will not be entertained. CAT will not be in a position to return any documents provided by the applicant or parent office, irrespective of selection.
Stage 3 – Posting
The selected officer/official may be posted at the Bench where the vacancy is available at the relevant point of time. Number of vacancies and place of posting are subject to change.
CAT Deputation Recruitment 2026 - Pay Scale (7th CPC Level) & Benches / Location
| Sn | Post Name | Pay Scale (7th CPC Level) | Benches / Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joint Registrar | Level 12 (Pre-revised PB-3, Rs.15600-39100 + GP Rs.7600/-) | Cuttack, Guwahati, Jammu, Jodhpur, Kolkata, Mumbai, Srinagar or any other Bench |
| 2 | Deputy Registrar | Level 11 (Pre-revised PB-3, Rs.15600-39100 + GP Rs.6600/-) | Allahabad, Chennai, Cuttack, Ernakulam, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Kolkata or any other Bench |
| 3 | Principal Private Secretary | Level 11 (Pre-revised PB-3, Rs.15600-39100 + GP Rs.6600/-) | Ahmedabad, Chennai, Cuttack, Ernakulam, Guwahati, Jammu, Mumbai or any other Bench |
| 4 | Deputy Controller of Accounts | Level 11 (Pre-revised PB-3, Rs.15600-39100 + GP Rs.6600/-) | Principal Bench, New Delhi |
| 5 | Section Officer / Court Officer | Level 08 (Pre-revised PB-2, Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4800/-) | Principal Bench (New Delhi), Ahmedabad, Allahabad, Bangalore, Chandigarh, Chennai, Cuttack, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jammu, Jodhpur, Kolkata, Mumbai, Patna, Srinagar or any other Bench |
| 6 | Private Secretary | Level 08 (Pre-revised PB-2, Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4800/-) | Allahabad, Bangalore, Chandigarh, Chennai, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jammu, Kolkata, Mumbai, Srinagar or any other Bench |
| 7 | Accounts Officer | Level 07 (Pre-revised PB-2, Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4600/-) | Principal Bench (New Delhi), Chennai, Chandigarh, Ernakulam, Kolkata, Mumbai, Patna or any other Bench |
| 8 | Assistant Library and Information Officer | Level 07 (Pre-revised PB-2, Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4600/-) | Ahmedabad, Allahabad, Bangalore, Chandigarh, Ernakulam, Jodhpur, Lucknow or any other Bench |
| 9 | Junior Accounts Officer | Level 06 (Pre-revised PB-2, Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4200/-) | Ahmedabad, Allahabad, Cuttack, Guwahati, Jammu, Jodhpur, Srinagar or any other Bench |
| 10 | Caretaker | Level 06 (Pre-revised PB-2, Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4200/-) | Chennai, Hyderabad, Jammu, Jodhpur, Srinagar or any other Bench |
| 11 | Senior Accountant | Level 05 (Pre-revised PB-1, Rs.5200-20200 + GP Rs.2800/-) | Ahmedabad, Cuttack, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jabalpur, Jaipur, Jammu, Jodhpur, Lucknow, Srinagar or any other Bench |
| 12 | Junior Accountant | Level 04 (Pre-revised PB-1, Rs.5200-20200 + GP Rs.2400/-) | Principal Bench (New Delhi), Allahabad, Bangalore, Chandigarh, Chennai, Kolkata, Mumbai, Patna or any other Bench |
How to Apply for CAT Deputation Recruitment 2026
Applications must be submitted offline only in the prescribed Proforma for Furnishing Bio Data (as given in the notification), typed in Double Space on single side, through proper channel. No online application mode is available. The application, along with attested copies of ACR/APAR for the last five years and the Certificate furnished by the Head of Office, must be forwarded to the Principal Registrar, CAT Principal Bench so as to reach within 30 days from the date of publication of this Circular in the Employment News.
Documents Required to be Submitted with the Application:
- Duly filled and signed Bio Data Proforma (typed in Double Space on single side) as per the format prescribed in the notification
- Attested copies of ACR/APAR for the last five years
- Certificate furnished by the Head of Office confirming: (a) service particulars verified and correct; (b) no vigilance enquiry/disciplinary proceeding pending or contemplated; (c) the officer will be relieved of duties on selection
- Supporting documents in proof of educational qualifications (degree certificates, mark sheets)
- Service particulars in chronological order including deputation terms and financial upgradations as per the format in the Proforma
- Any other relevant document in support of eligibility for the specific post applied for
THIS OFFICE WILL NOT RETURN ANY DOCUMENTS submitted by the applicant or parent office, irrespective of whether the candidate is selected or not.
Send Application to:
The Principal Registrar,
Central Administrative Tribunal, Principal Bench,
61/35, Copernicus Marg, New Delhi – 110001
For queries: Phone: 011-23385097 | Email: [email protected] and [email protected]
Important Instructions for CAT Deputation Recruitment 2026 Candidates
- The period of deputation, including deputation in another ex-cadre post held immediately preceding this appointment in the same or another organization/department of the Central Government, shall ordinarily not exceed five years in total.
- Pay and allowances and other terms of deputation will be regulated in accordance with DoPT OM No. 6/8/2009-Estt.(Pay-II) dated 17.06.2010, as amended from time to time.
- Employees of the Central Administrative Tribunal are eligible for and may continue to retain General Pool Residential Accommodation as per extant rules.
- The number of vacancies may increase or decrease during the final recruitment process. The selected officer/official may be posted at the Bench where the vacancy would be available at the relevant point of time.
- Applications must be forwarded through proper channel only. The department, while forwarding applications, must ensure that the officer/official who volunteers for the post shall not be allowed to withdraw his/her name later.
- A vigilance clearance certificate to the effect that the officer is clear from the vigilance point of view and that no disciplinary case is pending or contemplated must be furnished by the forwarding authority along with the application.
- Applications received after the expiry of the last date, or incomplete applications (want of ACR/APAR, vigilance clearance certificate, or without the official seal), will not be entertained under any circumstance.
- CAT will not be in a position to return any documents provided by the applicant or the parent office, irrespective of whether the candidate is selected or not.
- Candidates must declare in the Proforma (Point 14) that they understand they shall not be allowed to withdraw their application after selection.
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