UIDAI Director Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

UIDAI has advertised one (1) Director post at its Regional Office, Lucknow, on deputation. The circular adds that UIDAI may change the number at any time, in its discretion.

The last date for receipt of applications complete in all respects is 22 December 2026. Late or incomplete applications may not be considered.

Central Government officers holding analogous posts on a regular basis, or with three years of regular service in Pay Matrix Level 12 or above, can apply. So can State/UT Government, PSU or Autonomous Organisation officers holding a regular post in corresponding grades with requisite experience. Only officers with at least five years of government service may apply.

The age limit is below 56 years, as on the closing date for the application. The circular also requires a minimum residual service of 3 years as on the closing date.

The post is in Pay Matrix Level 13 of the 7th Central Pay Commission, Rs. 1,23,100 – 2,15,900. Allowances and other benefits follow UIDAI's 2020 service regulations.

Apply online on the UIDAI Career Portal at https://career.uidai.gov.in. Then give the signed printout to your parent organisation or Cadre Controlling Authority, which forwards it with the required documents to Director (HR), UIDAI, New Delhi.

No, it is a deputation on Foreign Service terms for five years. The lending organisation may relieve an officer for a lesser period, subject to a minimum of three years.

No, private candidates are not eligible, because the post is filled on deputation basis.

The circular says individuals who apply for the post may not withdraw their candidature subsequently.

Yes, it is possible. UIDAI reserves the right to post the selected officer at any other location, or to select a candidate for another location, based on suitability and administrative needs.