CAT Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for 82 Junior Accountant, Accounts Officer and More Posts

Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Principal Bench, New Delhi

Posts: 82 (tentative; may increase/decrease during final recruitment process) Last Date: Within 30 days from the date of publication of this Circular in the Employment News Offline

Short Information

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.

Important Dates

EventDate
Date Of Circular22/05/2026
Last Date To ApplyWithin 30 days from the date of publication of this Circular in the Employment News
Age Limit Calculated As OnClosing date of receipt of applications

Application Fee

DetailsThe 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.

Age Limit

Age DetailsDeputation basis – initially for 03 years (extendable or curtailable in administrative exigencies)
DetailsThe 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.

Qualification / Eligibility

DetailsOnly 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:

Vacancy Details

  • {'Sn': '1', 'Post Name': 'Joint Registrar', 'Vacancies': '05', 'Group / Level': 'Group A (Gazetted)'}
  • {'Sn': '2', 'Post Name': 'Deputy Registrar', 'Vacancies': '07', 'Group / Level': 'Group A (Gazetted)'}
  • {'Sn': '3', 'Post Name': 'Principal Private Secretary', 'Vacancies': '01', 'Group / Level': 'Group A (Gazetted)'}
  • {'Sn': '4', 'Post Name': 'Deputy Controller of Accounts', 'Vacancies': '01', 'Group / Level': 'Group A (Gazetted)'}
  • {'Sn': '5', 'Post Name': 'Section Officer / Court Officer', 'Vacancies': '26', 'Group / Level': 'Group B (Gazetted)'}
  • {'Sn': '6', 'Post Name': 'Private Secretary', 'Vacancies': '04', 'Group / Level': 'Group B (Gazetted)'}
  • {'Sn': '7', 'Post Name': 'Accounts Officer', 'Vacancies': '08', 'Group / Level': 'Group B (Gazetted)'}
  • {'Sn': '8', 'Post Name': 'Assistant Library and Information Officer', 'Vacancies': '05', 'Group / Level': 'Group B (Gazetted)'}
  • {'Sn': '9', 'Post Name': 'Junior Accounts Officer', 'Vacancies': '07', 'Group / Level': 'Group B (Non-Gazetted)'}
  • {'Sn': '10', 'Post Name': 'Caretaker', 'Vacancies': '05', 'Group / Level': 'Group B (Non-Gazetted)'}
  • {'Sn': '11', 'Post Name': 'Senior Accountant', 'Vacancies': '07', 'Group / Level': 'Group C (Non-Gazetted)'}
  • {'Sn': '12', 'Post Name': 'Junior Accountant', 'Vacancies': '06', 'Group / Level': 'Group C (Non-Gazetted)'}
  • {'Sn': 'Total', 'Post Name': '82', 'Vacancies': ''}

Category Wise Vacancy

Post Name82

Salary / Pay Scale

Pay ScaleAs 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
SnPost Name
1Joint Registrar
2Deputy Registrar
3Principal Private Secretary
4Deputy Controller of Accounts
5Section Officer / Court Officer
6Private Secretary
7Accounts Officer
8Assistant Library and Information Officer
9Junior Accounts Officer
10Caretaker
11Senior Accountant
12Junior Accountant

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.

How To Apply

  • 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

  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is the last date to apply for CAT Deputation Recruitment 2026?

The last date to apply is within 30 days from the date of publication in Employment News.

Q2. How many vacancies are available in CAT Recruitment 2026?

A total of 82 vacancies are available across 12 different posts in various CAT Benches.

Q3. What is the mode of application for CAT Deputation Vacancy 2026?

The application process is offline only and must be submitted through proper channel via the parent department.

Q4. Who is eligible to apply for CAT Deputation Recruitment 2026?

Only serving Central/State Government officers and officials meeting the eligibility criteria can apply.

Q5. What is the maximum age limit for CAT Deputation posts?

The maximum age limit is 56 years as on the closing date of application submission.

Q6. Is there any application fee for CAT Recruitment 2026?

There is no application fee mentioned for this deputation recruitment.

Q7. What is the selection process for CAT Deputation Recruitment 2026?

Selection is based on scrutiny of applications, ACR/APAR records, and vigilance clearance, with no written exam.

Q8. What is the duration of deputation in CAT Recruitment 2026?

The deputation period is initially 3 years, which may be extended or curtailed as per administrative requirements.

About Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Principal Bench, New Delhi Recruitment

Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Principal Bench, New Delhi ne CAT Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for 82 Junior Accountant, Accounts Officer and More Posts ke liye official notification jari kiya hai. Kul 82 (tentative; may increase/decrease during final recruitment process) posts ke liye applications mangi gayi hain. Last date Within 30 days from the date of publication of this Circular in the Employment News hai.

Application Offline mode mein ki ja sakti hai. Selection process ke liye official notification dekhein.