The Debts Recovery Appellate Tribunal (DRAT) Mumbai Recruitment 2026 has been announced for multiple Group B and Group C posts on deputation basis! Published on 14-05-2026 vide No. DRAT/MUM/vacancy/Deputation/2026-27, the Ministry of Finance, Department of Financial Services is inviting applications from eligible officers/officials of Central Government/State Government/Courts/Tribunals for 70 vacancies across 6 posts at DRAT Mumbai and Debts Recovery Tribunals (DRTs) under its jurisdiction. The maximum age limit for appointment on deputation shall not exceed 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications. Find all details about DRAT Mumbai Deputation Recruitment 2026, including eligibility, vacancy details, and how to apply here.
DRAT Mumbai Deputation Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Debts Recovery Appellate Tribunal (DRAT), Mumbai, 1st Floor, Telephone Bhavan, Colaba Market, Colaba, Mumbai – 400005 has officially released Vacancy Circular No. DRAT/MUM/vacancy/Deputation/2026-27 dated 14.05.2026 for filling up posts on deputation basis at DRAT Mumbai and DRTs under its jurisdiction. The notification covers complete details on posts, eligibility, pay scales, terms of deputation, vacancy locations, and application instructions. Eligible officers are strongly advised to read the full notification before applying.
DRAT Mumbai Deputation Recruitment 2026 Overview
DRAT Mumbai is recruiting 70 posts across 6 designations on deputation basis from Central Government/State Government/Courts/Tribunals officers, last date 15-06-2026.
| Organization Name | Debts Recovery Appellate Tribunal (DRAT), Mumbai, Ministry of Finance, Department of Financial Services, Government of India |
| Vacancy Circular No. | DRAT/MUM/vacancy/Deputation/2026-27 dated 14.05.2026 |
| Posts | Section Officer, Private Secretary, Assistant, Accounts Assistant, Stenographer Grade-I, Upper Division Clerk |
| Total Vacancies | 70 (indicative; number and place of posting may change) |
| Nature of Appointment | Deputation basis — initial period of 1 year, extendable up to maximum 3 years as per Recruitment Rules 2018 dated 08.06.2018 |
| Maximum Age Limit | 56 years as on closing date of receipt of applications |
| Mode of Application | Through Proper Channel — applications with APARs for last 5 years (up to 31.03.2026) to be forwarded by parent department |
| Last Date to Reach DRAT Mumbai | 15-06-2026 by 5:00 PM |
| Address for Submission | The Registrar, Debts Recovery Appellate Tribunal, 1st Floor, Telephone Bhavan, Colaba Market, Colaba, Mumbai – 400005 |
| Official Website | https://drt.gov.in (Notices → Public Notices → DRAT, Mumbai) |
DRAT Mumbai Deputation Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Vacancy Circular | 14-05-2026 |
| APARs to be furnished up to | 31-03-2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Applications at DRAT Mumbai | 15-06-2026 by 5:00 PM |
| Maximum Age as on Closing Date | 56 years |
DRAT Mumbai Deputation Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
A total of 70 posts (indicative) have been announced across 6 designations for DRAT Mumbai and DRTs under its jurisdiction (Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Nagpur, Pune, Aurangabad). The number of vacancies and place of posting may change. Post-wise and location-wise vacancy breakup is as follows:
| Post Name | Group | No. of Posts | Location-wise Vacancies | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section Officer | Group B | 03 | DRTs at Mumbai – 3 posts | Level-7 (Rs. 44,900 – 1,42,400) |
| Private Secretary | Group B | 07 | DRATs at Mumbai – 3 posts; DRTs at Ahmedabad – 2 posts; DRT Nagpur – 1 post; DRT Aurangabad – 1 post | Level-7 (Rs. 44,900 – 1,42,400) |
| Assistant | Group B | 30 | DRAT Mumbai – 1 post; DRTs at Mumbai – 10 posts; DRTs at Ahmedabad – 7 posts; DRT Nagpur – 4 posts; DRT Pune – 4 posts; DRT Aurangabad – 4 posts | Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400) |
| Accounts Assistant | Group B | 06 | DRTs at Mumbai – 2 posts; DRTs at Ahmedabad – 1 post; DRT Nagpur – 1 post; DRT Pune – 1 post; DRT Aurangabad – 1 post | Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400) |
| Stenographer Grade-I | Group B | 17 | DRAT Mumbai – 1 post; DRTs at Mumbai – 6 posts; DRTs at Ahmedabad – 4 posts; DRT Nagpur – 2 posts; DRT Pune – 2 posts; DRT Aurangabad – 2 posts | Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400) |
| Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | Group C | 07 | DRTs at Mumbai – 2 posts; DRTs at Ahmedabad – 1 post; DRT Nagpur – 1 post; DRT Pune – 2 posts; DRT Aurangabad – 1 post | Level-4 (Rs. 25,500 – 81,100) |
| Total | 70 |
DRAT Mumbai Deputation Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Applications are invited from officers/officials of Central Government / State Government / Courts / Tribunals who fulfill the eligibility conditions specified for each post. Officers in the feeder grade who are in direct line of promotion shall not be eligible for consideration for deputation. Similarly, a deputationist in DRAT/DRTs under the jurisdiction of DRAT Mumbai shall not be eligible for consideration for absorption or promotion.
| Post | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Section Officer (Group B) — Level-7 | (i) Holding analogous post on regular basis in the parent cadre or department; OR (ii) With 5 years' service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on a regular basis in Level 6 in the pay matrix (Rs. 35,400–1,12,400) or equivalent in the parent cadre or department. Desirable: Experience in legal or judicial work. |
| Private Secretary (Group B) — Level-7 | (iv) Holding analogous post on regular basis in the parent cadre or department; OR (v) With 5 years' service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on a regular basis in Stenographer Grade-I in Level 6 in the pay matrix (Rs. 35,400–1,12,400) or equivalent in the parent cadre or department. Desirable: Experience in legal or judicial work. |
| Assistant (Group B) — Level-6 | (i) Holding analogous post on regular basis in the parent cadre or department; OR (ii) With 10 years' service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on a regular basis in Level 4 in the pay matrix (Rs. 25,500–81,100) or equivalent in the parent cadre or department. |
| Accounts Assistant (Group B) — Level-6 | Officers under the Central Government — (a)(i) Holding analogous post on regular basis in the parent cadre or department; OR (ii) With 10 years' regular service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on a regular basis in Level 4 in the pay matrix (Rs. 25,500–81,100) or equivalent in the parent cadre or department; AND (b) Who have undergone training in cash and accounts work in Institute of Secretariat Training and Management (ISTM) or equivalent Institute of Central Government. |
| Stenographer Grade-I (Group B) — Level-6 | (i) Holding analogous post on regular basis in the parent cadre or department; OR (ii) With 10 years' service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on a regular basis in Level 4 in the pay matrix (Rs. 25,500–81,100) or equivalent in the parent cadre or department. |
| Upper Division Clerk / UDC (Group C) — Level-4 | (i) Holding analogous post on regular basis in the parent cadre or department; OR (ii) Lower Division Clerk with 8 years' service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on a regular basis in Level 2 in the pay matrix (Rs. 19,900–63,200) or equivalent in the parent cadre or department. |
DRAT Mumbai Deputation Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| All posts (Deputation) | 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications (15-06-2026) |
DRAT Mumbai Deputation Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | NIL (No application fee) |
DRAT Mumbai Deputation Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
Selection will be made from willing and eligible candidates who could be spared immediately by their parent departments/offices. Applications will be forwarded to DRAT Mumbai through proper channel with attested photocopies of APARs for the last 5 years (up to 31.03.2026). The selected candidates will be appointed on deputation basis for an initial period of 1 year, extendable up to a maximum of 3 years. Terms of deputation shall be regulated in accordance with DoPT OM as amended from time to time.
- The period of deputation including the period of deputation in another ex-cadre post held immediately preceding this appointment in the same or some other Organisation or Department of the Central Government shall ordinarily not exceed 3 years.
- Officials who volunteer for the post shall not be allowed to withdraw their names later on.
- The parent department will ensure that the official is clear from Vigilance point of view and no disciplinary case is either pending or contemplated against them as given in the proforma at Annexure-II before forwarding the application.
How to Apply for DRAT Mumbai Deputation Recruitment 2026
Applications must be submitted through Proper Channel by the parent department/office. No direct applications will be entertained. The applications of willing and eligible candidates who could be spared immediately may be forwarded to the Appellate Tribunal in the prescribed proforma at Annexure-I & II along with attested photocopies of APARs for the last 5 years (up to 31.03.2026).
Applications to be addressed to:
The Registrar, Debts Recovery Appellate Tribunal,
1st Floor, Telephone Bhavan, Colaba Market, Colaba, Mumbai – 400005
Tel.: 2082 0916 and 2282 1301 | Mail ID: [email protected]
Last Date for Receipt of Applications: 15-06-2026 by 5:00 PM
Documents / Information to be included in the Application (Proforma / Annexure-I):
- Post applied for and place of post applied for
- Name, Designation and Office Address (in Block Letters)
- Date of Birth
- Date of entry into Government Service
- Date of Retirement
- Educational and other qualifications (SSC/Xth, HSC/XIIth, Degree, Postgraduate, Any other — with Year of Passing and Percentage/Grade)
- Service particulars clearly indicating experience, educational qualification, and place of posting for which applied — in the prescribed proforma at Annexure-I & II
- Attested photocopies of APARs for the last 5 years up to 31.03.2026
- Certificate from Parent Department/Office that the official is clear from Vigilance point of view and no disciplinary case is pending or contemplated (Annexure-II)
Note: Hard copy with certificates will be forwarded by the Parent Department along with the application. If certificates are not forwarded, the application will be rejected. Once forwarded through proper channel, the official shall not be allowed to withdraw their name. The vacancy circular is also accessible on the E-DRT portal at https://drt.gov.in → Notices → Public Notices → DRAT, Mumbai.
Important Instructions for DRAT Mumbai Deputation Recruitment 2026 Candidates
- Applications must be routed through Proper Channel only; directly submitted applications will not be entertained.
- The Debts Recovery Appellate Tribunal, Mumbai and Debts Recovery Tribunals are quasi-judicial bodies set up under the provisions of the Recovery of Debts and Bankruptcy Act, 1993, as amended from time to time.
- Appointment on deputation is for an initial period of 1 year, extendable up to a maximum of 3 years. No further extension will be allowed in terms of Recruitment Rules 2018 dated 08.06.2018.
- Officers in the feeder grade who are in direct line of promotion shall not be eligible for consideration for appointment on deputation. A deputationist already at DRAT/DRTs under DRAT Mumbai's jurisdiction shall not be eligible for consideration for absorption or promotion.
- The period of deputation including any deputation in another ex-cadre post immediately preceding this appointment in the same or another Organisation/Department shall ordinarily not exceed 3 years.
- The applicant should clearly indicate service particulars, experience, educational qualification, and place of posting for which applied in the prescribed proforma at Annexure-I & II. No action will be taken on advance copy of mail copy.
- The Parent Department/Office shall issue a certificate to the effect that the official is clear from Vigilance point of view and no disciplinary case is either pending or contemplated against the official (Annexure-II). Applications without this certificate will be rejected.
- Officials who volunteer for the post shall not be allowed to withdraw their names after forwarding.
- The Department while forwarding the application must ensure that the officials who volunteer shall not be allowed to withdraw their names later on.
- The vacancy circular is uploaded on the E-DRT portal and can be accessed through https://drt.gov.in → Notices → Public Notices → DRAT, Mumbai.
