The official MHA recruitment portal on February 28, 2026, this notification comes as the government ramps up administrative preparations for the upcoming digital census operations. The recruitment focuses on experienced personnel capable of managing large-scale data collection and regional coordination.

Key Vacancy Details:

• Total Vacancies: 58 Posts.

• Primary Designation: Executive Officer (Census).

• Other Posts: Assistant Director (Census Operations), Research Officer, and Statistical Investigator (Grade-I).

• Pay Scale: The posts fall under Pay Level 8 to Pay Level 11 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC), with salaries ranging from approximately ₹47,600 to ₹2,08,700 depending on the specific designation and seniority.

Eligibility Criteria (As of April 2026):

• Nature of Appointment: Deputation (including short-term contract).

• Requirements: * Candidates must be officers under the Central/State Governments/UT Administrations/PSUs.

• Must hold analogous posts on a regular basis in the parent cadre or department.

• Educational Background: A degree from a recognized university, preferably with experience in census handling, administrative coordination, or statistical data management.

• Age Limit: The maximum age limit for appointment by deputation shall not exceed 56 years as of the closing date of receipt of applications.

Application Process:

• Mode of Application: Offline Only.

• Submission: Eligible officers must send their applications in the prescribed proforma through their respective Head of Office/Department.

• Required Documents: The application must be accompanied by Cadre Clearance, Integrity Certificate, Vigilance Clearance, and attested copies of APARs/ACRs for the last five years.

• Address: Applications should be sent to the Under Secretary (Admn.III), Office of the Registrar General, India, Ministry of Home Affairs, New Delhi.

Important Dates:

• Notification Date: February 20, 2026.

• Last Date for Receipt of Application: April 15, 2026.