NWDA Director General Vacancy 2026

NWDA Recruitment 2026 - Director General

NWDA has released an official notification for the recruitment of Director General posts (1 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment before 19 Dec 2026. Read the full details below including eligibility criteria, important dates, and how to apply.

NWDA Director General - Overview

Organization	NWDA
Post Name	Director General
Total Vacancies	1
Advertisement No.	A-12026/1/2024-E-IV
Qualification	B.Tech/B.E, Graduate
Location	Delhi
Salary	Rs. 182,200 - Rs. 224,100 per MONTH
Job Type	Deputation
Last Date to Apply	19 Dec 2026
Official Website	jalshakti-dowr.gov.in

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for NWDA Director General recruitment must possess the following educational qualification: B.Tech/B.E, Graduate. Candidates are advised to check the official notification for detailed eligibility requirements.

Age Limit

The maximum age of the candidate should be 58 years. Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for reserved categories. Please refer to the official notification for details.

Salary Details

Selected candidates for the Director General position at NWDA will receive a salary of Rs. 182,200 - Rs. 224,100 per MONTH. Additional allowances may apply as per government norms.

Important Dates

Last Date to Apply

19 Dec 2026

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates can apply for NWDA Director General recruitment 2026 by following these steps:

Visit the official website: jalshakti-dowr.gov.in
Look for the Director General recruitment notification
Read the eligibility criteria and ensure you meet all requirements
Fill in the application form with accurate details
Upload the required documents and photograph
Submit the application and save the confirmation for future reference

Important Links

Official Notification	Download PDF
Official Website	jalshakti-dowr.gov.in

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are there in NWDA Recruitment 2026?

There is 01 (one) post of Director General, National Water Development Agency (NWDA).

What is the last date to apply for NWDA Director General?

Applications must be received within 45 days from the date of issue/publishing of the advertisement in the Employment News, which is about 19 December 2026 when counted from the notice date of 4 November 2026.

What qualification is required for NWDA Director General?

A Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized University/Institution, with at least 20 years of professional experience in the field of Water Resources, of which at least 10 years should be at the senior management level.

What is the age limit for NWDA Director General?

The maximum age limit for appointment on deputation (including short-term contract) is 58 years as on the closing date for receipt of applications.

What is the salary of NWDA Director General?

The post is in Pay Matrix Level-15 (Rs. 182200-224100/-).

How do I apply for the NWDA Director General post?

Send the Bio-data (Annexure-II) in triplicate through proper channel to the Under Secretary (Estt.IV), DoWR, RD & GR, Room No. 435 (B), Shram Shakti Bhavan, Rafi Marg, New Delhi – 110001, and by email to [email protected] and [email protected].

How will the NWDA Director General be selected?

The Curriculum Vitae and the supporting documents on essential qualification and work experience will be assessed by the Selection Committee at the time of selection.

Who can apply on short-term contract?

Candidates belonging to organisations other than the Central/State Government departments specified for deputation may apply on short-term contract, if they hold the Civil Engineering degree and the required 20 years' experience.

How long is the deputation period for NWDA Director General?

The period of deputation, including any immediately preceding ex-cadre deputation in the Central Government, shall ordinarily not exceed 5 years.

Can an officer who was recently on deputation apply?

The officer should not have been on Deputation/Foreign Service during the last one year, counted till the last date for receipt of applications.