Office of the Controller General of Defence Accounts (CGDA), Ministry of Defence, Government of India has released the official notification for engagement of Young Professional posts on contract basis. A total of 12 vacancies have been announced under this recruitment.
The original advertisement was issued on 16 February 2026 and later extended through a notice dated 17 April 2026. Eligible candidates must check qualification, age limit, experience requirement and application procedure carefully before submitting their application through email.
Overview of CGDA Young Professional Recruitment 2026
All the important details regarding this recruitment are given in this article. Read further to know more about the recruitment process, important dates, eligibility and application details.
| Organisation | Office of the Controller General of Defence Accounts (CGDA) |
|---|---|
| Advt No. | AN-IV/4296-I/Misc. dated 16.02.2026 |
| Post Name | Young Professional |
| No. of Posts | 12 |
| Category | Government Job |
| Type | Contract Basis |
| Job Location | India |
| Application Mode | |
| Selection Process | Document Review and Interview |
Important Dates
Below is the table for the important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Original Notification Date | 16 February 2026 |
| Extension Notice Date | 17 April 2026 |
| Original Last Date | 08 March 2026 |
| Extended Last Date | 08 May 2026 |
Vacancy Details of CGDA Young Professional Recruitment 2026
CGDA has announced a total of 12 vacancies for Young Professional posts. The qualification-wise vacancy details are given below.
| Educational Qualification | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| MBA | 02 |
| LLB | 02 |
| M.Tech / PhD (Data Analytics) | 06 |
| CA / CIA / CISA | 02 |
| Total | 12 |
Eligibility Criteria of CGDA Young Professional Vacancies
Candidates must meet the required qualification, experience and age criteria before applying.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess any of the following qualifications:
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Bachelor of Law (LLB)
- M.Tech or PhD with focus on Data Analytics
- Chartered Accountant (CA) / CIA / CISA certification
Work Experience
- Minimum 02 years of work experience is required as on 08 March 2026.
Age Limit
| Criteria | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | Not more than 32 years as on 08 March 2026 |
Desired Skills
Candidates should have:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
- Skills in project planning and monitoring
- Good communication skills
- Ability to work in multidisciplinary environments
- Adequate IT skills, especially in data analysis and visualization
Remuneration Details
Selected candidates will receive the following monthly remuneration:
| Post | Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|
| Young Professional | ₹80,000/- (Fixed) |
TA/DA will be admissible equivalent to Assistant Accounts Officer (AAO) of the department. However, no TA/DA will be provided for attending interview.
Selection Process of CGDA Young Professional Recruitment 2026
The selection process consists of two stages with total 100 marks.
| Stage | Process | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Document Review | 40 Marks |
| Stage 2 | Interview | 60 Marks |
Candidates will be shortlisted based on document review and then called for interview.
Additional requirements:
- Police Verification will be conducted
- Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement must be signed
How to Apply for CGDA Young Professional Recruitment 2026
Candidates must submit their applications through email only by following these steps:
- Download the official notification from the CGDA website.
- Download the prescribed application proforma (Annexure-I).
- Fill all personal and educational details carefully.
- Attach latest passport size photograph.
- Fill academic and professional qualification details.
- Provide work experience details.
- Write a Statement of Purpose (maximum 500 words).
- Attach self-undertaking regarding criminal record.
- Scan completed application form with all supporting documents.
- Send the application via email before the last date.
Send the completed application to: Email ID: an4-pay.cgda@nic.in
CGDA Official Notification
Official Website: cgda.nic.in
Notification: DOWNLOAD OFFICIAL NOTIFICATION PDF