CAT Junior Accountant, Accounts Officer and More – 82 Posts Recruitment 2026 – 82 Vacancies | Apply Online
📋 Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Principal Bench, New Delhi
Joint Registrar, Deputy Registrar, Principal Private Secretary, Deputy Controller of Accounts, Section Officer/Court Officer, Private Secretary, Accounts Officer, Assistant Library and Information Officer, Junior Accounts Officer, Caretaker, Senior Accountant, Junior Accountant (12 posts)
Recruitment Notification 2026 | All India
Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Principal Bench, New Delhi has released an official recruitment notification for the post of Joint Registrar, Deputy Registrar, Principal Private Secretary, Deputy Controller of Accounts, Section Officer/Court Officer, Private Secretary, Accounts Officer, Assistant Library and Information Officer, Junior Accounts Officer, Caretaker, Senior Accountant, Junior Accountant (12 posts). A total of 82 (tentative; may increase/decrease during final recruitment process) vacancies have been announced for this government recruitment 2026. Candidates who have completed Any Graduate, B.Lib from a recognized university or institution are eligible to apply. The last date to submit the online application is 20-06-2026. Read below for complete details on eligibility criteria, application fee, selection process, salary, and how to apply for this Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Principal Bench, New Delhi recruitment.
📋 Recruitment Overview
👥 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Joint Registrar | 05 |
| Deputy Registrar | 07 |
| Principal Private Secretary | 01 |
| Deputy Controller of Accounts | 01 |
| Section Officer / Court Officer | 26 |
| Private Secretary | 04 |
| Accounts Officer | 08 |
| Assistant Library and Information Officer | 05 |
| Junior Accounts Officer | 07 |
| Caretaker | 05 |
| Senior Accountant | 07 |
| Junior Accountant | 06 |
| Post Name | Pay Scale (7th CPC Level) |
| Joint Registrar | Level 12 (Pre-revised PB-3, Rs.15600-39100 + GP Rs.7600/-) |
| Deputy Registrar | Level 11 (Pre-revised PB-3, Rs.15600-39100 + GP Rs.6600/-) |
| Principal Private Secretary | Level 11 (Pre-revised PB-3, Rs.15600-39100 + GP Rs.6600/-) |
| Deputy Controller of Accounts | Level 11 (Pre-revised PB-3, Rs.15600-39100 + GP Rs.6600/-) |
| Section Officer / Court Officer | Level 08 (Pre-revised PB-2, Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4800/-) |
| Private Secretary | Level 08 (Pre-revised PB-2, Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4800/-) |
| Accounts Officer | Level 07 (Pre-revised PB-2, Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4600/-) |
| Assistant Library and Information Officer | Level 07 (Pre-revised PB-2, Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4600/-) |
| Junior Accounts Officer | Level 06 (Pre-revised PB-2, Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4200/-) |
| Caretaker | Level 06 (Pre-revised PB-2, Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4200/-) |
| Senior Accountant | Level 05 (Pre-revised PB-1, Rs.5200-20200 + GP Rs.2800/-) |
| Junior Accountant | Level 04 (Pre-revised PB-1, Rs.5200-20200 + GP Rs.2400/-) |
| Total | 82 (tentative; may increase/decrease during final recruitment process) |
🎓 Eligibility & Requirements
Educational Qualification
Any Graduate, B.Lib
Age Limit
Closing date of receipt of applications
Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PWD/Ex-Servicemen candidates as per government rules.
📅 Important Dates & Deadlines
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 20-06-2026 |
📝 How to Apply
- Visit the official website of the recruiting organization.
- Navigate to the Recruitment / Career section on the homepage.
- Find and click on the “Apply Online” link for Joint Registrar, Deputy Registrar, Principal Private Secretary, Deputy Controller of Accounts, Section Officer/Court Officer, Private Secretary, Accounts Officer, Assistant Library and Information Officer, Junior Accounts Officer, Caretaker, Senior Accountant, Junior Accountant (12 posts).
- If you are a new user, click on New Registration to create your account with a valid email and mobile number.
- Log in with your credentials and fill out the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and other required details.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and other required documents in the prescribed format and size.
- Pay the application fee through the prescribed online payment mode.
- Review all the details carefully, submit the application, and take a printout for future reference.
🔗 Important Links
📑 Additional Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Nature Of Engagement | Deputation basis – initially for 03 years (extendable or curtailable in administrative exigencies) |
| Pay And Allowances | As per DoPT OM No. 6/8/2009-Estt.(Pay-II) dated 17.06.2010, as amended from time to time; General Pool Residential Accommodation available as per extant rules |
| Application Mode | Offline only – duly typed Proforma (in Double Space) forwarded through proper channel along with ACR/APAR for the last five years, by post/email to Principal Registrar, CAT Principal Bench, New Delhi |
| Selection Mode | Scrutiny of applications and ACR/APAR records; vigilance clearance certificate mandatory |
| Mandatory Requirement | Applications must be forwarded through proper channel by the parent department with vigilance clearance certificate and confirmation that the officer can be spared immediately |
| Official Website | https://www.cat.nic.in/ |
| Event | Date |
| Date Of Circular | 22/05/2026 |
| Last Date For Receipt Of Applications | Within 30 days from the date of publication of this Circular in the Employment News |
| Sn | Post Name |
| 1 | Joint Registrar |
| 2 | Deputy Registrar |
| 3 | Principal Private Secretary |
| 4 | Deputy Controller of Accounts |
| 5 | Section Officer / Court Officer |
| 6 | Private Secretary |
| 7 | Accounts Officer |
| 8 | Assistant Library and Information Officer |
| 9 | Junior Accounts Officer |
| 10 | Caretaker |
| 11 | Senior Accountant |
| 12 | Junior Accountant |
| Post | Eligibility Criteria |
| Joint Registrar | (i) Officers possessing a degree in Law and holding: (a) Analogous posts under Central/State Govt./High Court; OR (b) Posts with minimum 05 years regular service in Grade Pay of Rs.6600/- (Level 11 in 7th CPC). (ii) Judicial Officer with minimum 08 years of regular service. |
| Deputy Registrar | Officers of Central/State Govt./High Courts: (a)(i) Holding analogous post on regular basis; OR (ii) At least 05 years regular service in Grade Pay Rs.5400/-; OR (iii) At least 06 years regular service in Grade Pay Rs.4800/- or equivalent. AND (b) Possessing a degree in Law from a recognized University or equivalent. |
| Principal Private Secretary | Officers of Central/State Govt./High Courts holding analogous posts of Principal Private Secretary on regular basis in PB-3 (Rs.15600-39100 + GP Rs.6600/-); OR in the grade of Private Secretary with at least 08 years combined regular service in PB-2 (Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4800/-) and PB-3 (Rs.15600-39100 + GP Rs.5400/-). |
| Deputy Controller Of Accounts | (i) Officers working as Deputy Controller of Accounts from Central Departmentalized Accounting Organisation of CGA with minimum 02 years of service in the grade under C.G.A., C.G.O.A., P&T Accounts or Railway Accounts Service. (ii) Accounts Officer with minimum 10 years service in the grade of Accounts Officer in C.G.A., C.G.O.A., P&T Accounts and Railway Accounts Service. |
| Section Officer / Court Officer | Essential: Persons working under Central/State Govt./High Court/Subordinate Courts – (a)(i) Holding analogous post on regular basis; OR (ii) Holding posts of Assistants or equivalent in PB-2 (Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4600/-) with 08 years regular service. AND (b) Possessing a Degree of a recognized University or equivalent. Desirable: Degree in Law. |
| Private Secretary | Officers holding the post of Stenographers under Central/State Govt./High Courts – (i) Holding analogous post on regular basis; OR (ii) 06 years of regular service in the scale of Pre-revised PB-2 (Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4600/-). |
| Accounts Officer | (i) Regular Accounts/Audit Officers from any of the Organized Accounts Department; OR (ii) Officers under Central Govt. holding analogous post on regular basis who have undergone training in Cash and Accounts work in ISTM or equivalent and possess experience in Cash, Accounts and Budget work; OR (iii) Junior Accounts Officer/Accounts Audit Officers or equivalent in PB-2 (Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4200/-) with 08/05 years regular service respectively under C&AG, Defence A/Cs, P&T, Railway A/Cs Department. |
| Assistant Library And Information Officer | (a) Officers under Central/State Govt./High Courts and Courts subordinate thereto – (i) Holding analogous posts; OR (ii) At least 05 years regular service in PB-2 (Rs.9300-34800 + GP Rs.4200/-). AND (b) Essential: (i) Bachelor Degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science from a recognized University/Institute; (ii) Two years’ professional experience in a Library under Central/State Govt. or autonomous/statutory organisation/PSU/University/recognized Research or Educational institution. Desirable: (i) Master’s degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science; (ii) Diploma in Computer Application. |
| Junior Accounts Officer | Officials under Central Govt. holding analogous post or SAS Accountant/Junior Accounts Officer in various Accounting organisations; failing which Assistants with 05 years service / Upper Division Clerks (Senior Assistants) of Central Govt. with 10 years service in the grade who have undergone Cash & Accounts training in ISTM or equivalent or possess 03 years experience of Cash, Accounts and Budget works. |
| Caretaker | (i) Officers from Central Govt. – (a) Holding analogous post on regular basis; OR (b) Holding post in scale of Pre-revised PB-1 (Rs.5200-20200 + GP Rs.2400/-) with 08 years regular service in the grade. AND (ii) Possessing a degree from a recognized University or equivalent. |
| Senior Accountant | (i) Senior Accountant of Departmentalised Accounting Organisation/Auditor of the Indian Audited Accounts Department; Senior Accountant of CGA Defence, P&T and Railways in that grade; OR (ii) Junior Accountant in Departmentalised Accounting system or under CGA/Defence/P&T/Railways or Auditor under CAG with minimum 05 years experience in that grade; OR (iii) Assistant in C.S.S. Cadre with 03 months Cash and Accounts training conducted by ISTM. |
| Junior Accountant | (i) Junior Accountant experienced in the Departmentalised Accounting system under CGA, P&T Accounts, Defence and Railway Accounts or Auditor under CGA; OR (ii) Upper Division Clerk (Senior Assistant) in CSS or subordinate offices with Cash and Accounts training conducted by ISTM. |
| Category | Age Limit |
| All Categories (Deputation) | Maximum 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
⚠️ Important Notes:
- Always verify all details from the official notification before applying.
- Do not pay any money to middlemen or agents for government job applications.
- Keep printed copies of all submitted documents and application receipts.
- Check the official website regularly for updates, corrigendum, and corrections.
- Candidates are advised to read the complete official notification PDF carefully before filling out the application form.
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