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Proposed Amendments to Recruitment Rules for Staff Car Drivers (2026)

Proposed Amendments to Recruitment Rules for Staff Car Drivers (2026)

Ministry of Finance, Department of Economic Affairs

Overview

The Ministry of Finance, Department of Economic Affairs, has released an Office Memorandum dated May 20, 2026, outlining proposed amendments to the Recruitment Rules (RRs) for Staff Car Drivers. The department is actively inviting comments from all stakeholders regarding these changes, which must be submitted within 30 days of the upload date.

Summary of Posts and Qualifications

The proposed rules cover three specific grades of Staff Car Drivers, detailing their pay levels, required qualifications, and methods of promotion:

1. Staff Car Driver (Ordinary Grade)

  • Vacancies & Pay: 3 posts (subject to variation) at Pay Level 2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200).
  • Age Limit: 18 to 27 years for direct recruits.
  • Qualifications: Candidates must have passed the 10th standard, possess a valid motor car driving license, demonstrate knowledge of basic motor mechanics (ability to fix minor defects), and have at least 3 years of driving experience.

2. Staff Car Driver (Grade-II)

  • Vacancies & Pay: 3 posts at Pay Level 4 (₹25,500 - ₹81,100).
  • Recruitment Method: Filled via promotion from the Ordinary Grade.
  • Promotion Criteria: Requires 9 years of regular service in the Ordinary Grade along with successfully passing a specified trade test.

3. Staff Car Driver (Grade-I)

  • Vacancies & Pay: 4 posts at Pay Level 5 (₹29,200 - ₹92,300).
  • Recruitment Method: Filled via promotion.
  • Promotion Criteria: Requires 6 years of regular service in Grade-II, OR a combined 15 years of service across Grade-II and Ordinary Grade, plus passing a specified trade test.

Read the Full Document

For complete details, including specific clauses for deputation and departmental committee compositions, please review the official PDF.

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