Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Finance, Government of India (DFS) has recently published an official recruitment notification for the post of Presiding Officer. According to the notification, a total of 20 vacancies are available under this recruitment drive. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification can submit their application through the offline process.
Offline applications for the vacancies of Presiding Officer are open. The last date to apply is 09 November 2026. Candidates are advised to submit their application well before the deadline.
Before filling out the application form, we strongly recommend that every interested candidate should carefully go through the complete details of this recruitment, including the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limits, application fees, selection process, and other important requirements for Presiding Officer vacancies. All the important details are provided below in a simple and easy-to-understand format.
DFS – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Presiding Officer | 20 | No Details | Maharashtra, Chandigarh, Uttar Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Odisha, Kerala, Karnataka, Assam, Uttarakhand, West Bengal, Bihar, Tamil Nadu, Punjab, Gujarat |
DFS Recruitment – Important Eligibility / Requirements
To be eligible for DFS Presiding Officer, candidates must possess the required educational qualifications as prescribed by Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Finance, Government of India. The minimum qualification, experience requirements, and other eligibility details for each post are mentioned in the table below. Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility before applying.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Presiding Officer | Is or has been a District Judge OR is or has been a member of the Indian Legal Service in Grade I or above |
Apart from educational qualifications, candidates must also satisfy the age criteria as specified by Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Finance, Government of India for Presiding Officer. The minimum and maximum age limits applicable for each post, along with any age relaxation as per government norms for reserved categories, are given below.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Presiding Officer | Max 70 years |
The application fee details for this recruitment will be updated in the official notification. Candidates are advised to check the official website for the latest fee structure before applying.
The selection of candidates for Presiding Officer will be carried out through Application scrutiny by Search-Cum-Selection Committee, Personal Interaction, Interview, Final selection based on qualification, experience and personal interaction. The final selection will be subject to document verification and medical examination as per the rules and regulations of Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Finance, Government of India. Candidates are advised to prepare accordingly.
How to Apply for DFS Recruitment [ Complete Guide ]
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Offline Application |
The application for this recruitment of Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Finance, Government of India is offline. All interested and eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment offline by sending the form to Send duly filled original application with required documents to: Under Secretary (DRT), Department of Financial Services, 3rd Floor Jeevan Deep Building, Sansad Marg, New Delhi-110001. Deadline: 09 November 2026 by 5:00 PM. (get form from https://financialservices.gov.in/vacancies) before 09 November 2026.
Important Links
| Application Form | Download Form |
| Official Website | financialservices.gov.in |
