Board of Canteen ServiceRecruitment 2026: General Manager/Chairman Vacancy on Deputation Basis

GOVERNMENT JOB NOTIFICATION

BOCS Recruitment 2026: General Manager/Chairman Vacancy on Deputation Basis

The Board of Canteen Services (BOCS), functioning under the Ministry of Defence, has released a notification inviting applications for 1 post of General Manager/Chairman, Board of Administration. The post will be filled on a deputation basis (including short-term contract and promotion) and is a Group 'A' Gazetted position placed in Level 14 of the Pay Matrix (₹1,44,200 – ₹2,18,200). Eligible serving officers from the Central Government, State Governments, Union Territories, and the Armed Forces may apply.

BOCS Recruitment 2026 — Quick Overview

ParticularDetails
OrganizationBoard of Canteen Services (BOCS)
MinistryMinistry of Defence
PostGeneral Manager/Chairman, Board of Administration
Number of Vacancies1
Group / ClassificationGroup A, Gazetted
Pay LevelLevel 14
Pay Scale₹1,44,200 – ₹2,18,200
Mode of RecruitmentDeputation / Short-Term Contract / Promotion
Place of PostingNew Delhi
Mode of ApplicationThrough Proper Channel

Vacancy Details

PostVacancyPay Level
General Manager/Chairman, Board of Administration1Level 14

Eligibility Criteria

Serving officers of the Central Government, State Governments, Union Territories, and the Armed Forces are eligible to be considered, subject to meeting one of the following service conditions:

  • Holding an analogous post on a regular basis in the parent cadre or department; or
  • Having completed 2 years of regular service in Level-13A; or
  • Having completed 3 years of regular service in Level-13 or an equivalent level.
Departmental candidates: The departmental Joint General Manager Grade-II in Level-13 is also eligible for consideration, subject to completing the prescribed regular service, as specified in the notification.

Educational Qualification

  • A Graduation degree from a recognized University; and
  • A Master's Degree in Business Administration (MBA), or a Post Graduate Diploma in Management, from a recognized University/Institution.

Deputation Period and Age Limit

The tenure of deputation, inclusive of any period already spent on another ex-cadre post immediately before this appointment, will ordinarily be capped at 3 years.

Maximum age limit: Applicants must not exceed 54 years of age for appointment on deputation.

Documents Required

Applications forwarded through proper channel must be accompanied by the following documents:

  • Vigilance Clearance Certificate
  • Integrity Certificate
  • Cadre Clearance Certificate
  • APAR/CR records (as prescribed for the last years)
  • Certificate regarding verification of particulars furnished by the applicant
  • Details of any penalties imposed, if applicable

How to Apply

Interested and eligible officers must route their applications through proper channel, in the format prescribed in the official advertisement, to the following address:

Quartermaster General's Branch,
Canteen Services Directorate,
West Block-III, Wing-III, R.K. Puram,
New Delhi – 110066

Nominations, complete in all respects, should reach the above authority within 60 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News.

Check Official Notification & Apply Through Proper Channel

Important Note on Deputation Terms

Appointment on deputation does not confer any automatic right to claim seniority, pay, allowances, or absorption in the borrowing organization. Seniority of the selected officer will continue to be governed by the rules of the parent cadre/department.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are available in BOCS Recruitment 2026?

There is 1 vacancy for the post of General Manager/Chairman, Board of Administration.

What is the pay level and pay scale for this post?

The post carries Level 14 of the Pay Matrix, with a pay scale of ₹1,44,200 to ₹2,18,200.

What is the maximum age limit for this deputation post?

The maximum age limit specified for appointment on deputation is 54 years.

What is the mode of application for BOCS Recruitment 2026?

Applications must be forwarded through proper channel to the Quartermaster General's Branch, Canteen Services Directorate, New Delhi, within 60 days of the advertisement's publication in Employment News.

What is the tenure of deputation for this post?

The deputation period, including any time already served on another ex-cadre post immediately before this appointment, will ordinarily not exceed 3 years.

Disclaimer: This article is prepared for general informational purposes based on the official BOCS Recruitment 2026 notification. Candidates are advised to verify all details, eligibility conditions, and the application procedure from the official advertisement published in Employment News and the Ministry of Defence/BOCS official communication before applying.

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