IIM Jammu Chief Administrative Officer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Indian Institute of Management Jammu is a management institute whose campus is at Jagti, Jammu. The notice lists the CAO post under its Non-Faculty Positions. The CAO provides administrative support for all the Institute's activities.

Post-graduate degree in any discipline with at least Second Class (55% marks), preferably with a post-graduate diploma in management from a reputed University/Institute, or Engineering graduates with a post-graduate diploma in management. Excellent oral and written communication in English. Proficiency in man-management with excellent interpersonal skills. At least 15 years of post-qualification experience in heading administration of a government department or reputed Management Education Institute/University/College/Commercial organization of national/international repute, out of which at least 10 years in the level of Senior Administrative Officer. Experience in institutes of repute like IIMs, IIT, IISER etc. will be preferred. Proficiency in computer operations (MS Windows and MS Office) and Internet. Upper age criteria for government officials from CAG, Central/State Government, Def

The post is at Level 12 with pay scale Rs. 78,800 - 2,09,200 and entry pay Rs. 78,800. In addition to basic pay, the post carries allowances as admissible to Central Government employees. A higher start in the pay scale may be considered for exceptionally deserving candidates. The post is advertised as Regular/Contract. A retired officer, if selected, gets consolidated emolument as per Government of India Rules, i.e. the last pay drawn minus pension plus other perks and benefits. In that case the initial appointment is for 3 years on contract, and the contract may be extended annually subject to satisfactory performance and requirement of the Institute up to the age of 62 years. Candidates may also be considered for appointment on contract for one/two years on consolidated salary. That contract may be extended based on performance and requirements of the Institute. Appointments are gover

Provide total administrative support for all the activities of the Institute. Lead a team of officers in the Institute and guide them in their day-to-day activities. Coordinate with the academic and administrative activities, including personnel, general administration, estate management, engineering, construction, stores and purchase, and contract services. Conduct the Board and Society meetings and follow-ups. Act as the First Appellate Authority under the RTI Act, 2005. Have thorough knowledge of the GeM portal, GFR 2017, FR&SR and relevant Central Government rules and procedures.

For the post of Chief Administrative Officer, selection is made based on personal interviews. The interview may be online or offline as decided by the Administration, and any written test will be in offline mode. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Meeting the minimum qualifications and experience does not give any right to be called for the interview/written/skills test. The Institute's decision to call candidates is final. Outstation candidates called for interview are paid II-AC Class Railway Fare from the present/mailing address to the place of interview and back by the shortest route on production of proof of travel. Local travel is not reimbursed and no stay is provided by IIM Jammu.

Applications received after the last date or incomplete in any respect will not be entertained. Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification. The Institute reserves the right to reject or accept any candidature without assigning any reason, and to fill or not to fill any or all of the posts. Concealment or distorted information found at any stage leads to termination of appointment, and the Institute reserves the right to recover all amounts paid. SC/ST/NC-OBC/DAP certificates of shortlisted/selected candidates will be verified. Any discrepancy makes the candidate liable to termination with no benefits, recovery of remuneration and disciplinary action as per IIM Jammu Rules. Preference will be given to DAP (Differently Abled Persons) candidates if found suitable. Originals are verified before an offer letter is issued. Failure to produce originals at the interview may make a candida