Deputy Director Recruitment 2026 – Industrial Safety & Health (Class‑1)

📢 Introduction

The Labour and Employment Department has announced Advertisement No. 34/2026‑27 for the recruitment of Deputy Director, Industrial Safety and Health, Class‑1. This is a direct recruitment process conducted by the Government for highly qualified candidates in the field of industrial safety and labour welfare.

🧾 Overview

  • Post: Deputy Director, Industrial Safety and Health, Class‑1
  • Total Vacancies: 3
    • General: 1
    • ST: 1
    • SEBC: 1
    • SC: 0
    • EWS: 0
  • Pay Scale: ₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700 (Level‑11)
  • Application Dates: 05 June 2026 – 19 June 2026
  • Age Limit: 21 – 43 years (as on last date of application)
  • Exam Type: Two‑stage process – Preliminary (Objective) + Interview
  • Tentative Prelim Exam Date: 26 July 2026

This notification provides details about eligibility, exam scheme, and recruitment rules for candidates aspiring to join as Deputy Director in the Labour and Employment Department.

🎓 Eligibility, Age Relaxation & Qualifications

Age Criteria

  • Minimum Age: 21 years
  • Maximum Age: 43 years (calculated on the last date of application)

Age Relaxation

  • Unreserved (Male): No relaxation
  • Unreserved (Female): 5 years relaxation
  • Ex‑servicemen/Officers: 5 years relaxation
  • Physically Disabled Candidates: Up to 10 years (both Male & Female)

Educational Qualification

  • As per the detailed advertisement issued by the Labour & Employment Department.
  • Candidates must possess the required academic background relevant to Industrial Safety and Health.

Experience

  • Experience requirements are specified in the detailed advertisement.
  • Applicants must demonstrate professional expertise in industrial safety, labour welfare, or related fields.

This section outlines the age criteria, relaxations, and qualification requirements for candidates applying to the Deputy Director post.

📝 Examination Pattern & Selection Process

Preliminary Examination

  • Total Marks: 300
  • Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes)
  • Structure:
    • Part‑A: General Studies – 100 Questions, 100 Marks
    • Part‑B: Concerned Subject – 200 Questions, 200 Marks
  • Tentative Date: 26 July 2026

Interview

  • Total Marks: 100
  • Conducted after the preliminary exam results.
  • Merit System: 50% weightage from Preliminary Exam marks + 50% weightage from Interview marks.

Selection Process

  • Direct recruitment based on combined merit of Preliminary Exam and Interview.
  • No Main Examination is applicable for this post.
  • Final results will be declared within 10 working days after completion of interviews.

This section outlines the exam structure, marking scheme, and merit calculation process for the Deputy Director recruitment.

📅 Important Dates & Final Notes

Key Dates

  • Online Application Period: 05 June 2026 – 19 June 2026
  • Tentative Preliminary Exam Date: 26 July 2026
  • Main Exam: Not Applicable
  • Interview: Scheduled after declaration of Prelim results
  • Final Result: Expected within 10 working days after completion of interviews

Final Notes

  • This recruitment is conducted under direct recruitment rules for Class‑1 posts.
  • Candidates must carefully read the detailed advertisement for educational qualifications and experience requirements.
  • Merit will be calculated with equal weightage: 50% Preliminary Exam + 50% Interview.
  • Applicants are advised to regularly check the official portal for updates, instructions, and reference documents.

This section concludes the recruitment notice by highlighting important dates and clarifying the merit system and final instructions for candidates.