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Irc Director Recruitment

Official recruitment notice issued by Irc for the post of Director. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.

District Administration Irc Official Emblem
Recruiting Authority
Irc
Portal: irc.gov.in

Key Recruitment Specifications

Total Vacancies
1 Posts
Pay Scale / Salary
Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)
Age Criteria
18 to 30 Years
Application Deadline
2026-09-30

Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation

URTotal
11
Crucial Recruitment Schedule
Application Deadline2026-09-30

Essential Educational Qualification

Graduate / As specified in official notice. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.

Selection Methodology

1. Screening / Shortlisting of Applications, 2. Academic / Research Performance Evaluation, 3. Personal Interview & Document Verification.

Frequently Asked Questions

The last date for submitting online applications is 2026-09-30. Candidates are advised to complete registration before the cutoff date to avoid portal traffic.
The remuneration is structured as Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13). Selected candidates are also eligible for Central/State Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and statutory pension contributions.
Applicants must possess Graduate / As specified in official notice. Candidates must ensure certificates and degrees are issued prior to the application cutoff.
The selection methodology involves: 1. Screening / Shortlisting of Applications, 2. Academic / Research Performance Evaluation, 3. Personal Interview & Document Verification.
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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

1

Navigate to the official IRC recruitment portal and initiate the One Time Registration (OTR) process by providing valid email, mobile number, and Aadhaar-linked identity verification to generate a unique candidate ID.

2

Log in using the generated credentials to access the specific Director recruitment dashboard, ensuring all personal, educational, and professional experience details are entered accurately as per official service records.

3

Upload scanned copies of mandatory documents, including recent passport-sized photographs, signature, educational certificates, and experience testimonials, ensuring file sizes adhere strictly to the portal's specified technical formatting requirements.

4

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to remit the non-refundable application fee via credit card, debit card, or net banking, ensuring a transaction confirmation receipt is generated and saved.

5

Finalize the submission by reviewing the application preview, printing the completed form for future reference, and awaiting the official notification regarding the issuance of the hall ticket for examination.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Irc Director Recruitment is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam PaperWeightage & DurationCore Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Computer Based Screening 200 Marks / 180 Minutes General Aptitude, Reasoning, Quantitative Analysis, and English Comprehension relevant to administrative decision-making.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization 300 Marks / 240 Minutes Highway Engineering, IRC Codes, Road Safety Standards, Infrastructure Project Management, and Public Policy Frameworks.
Stage 3: Personal Interview and Viva Voce 100 Marks / 30 Minutes Leadership capabilities, crisis management, technical domain expertise, and administrative vision for IRC objectives.
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Qualifying Only Verification of original credentials, experience certificates, and medical fitness assessment as per Central Government standards.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Director position at the Indian Roads Congress (IRC) typically aligns with Level 13 or 14 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, depending on the specific organizational hierarchy. For Level 13, the entry basic pay is Rs 1,23,100. With current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53%, the DA component is Rs 65,243. House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities (27%) is Rs 33,237, while Transport Allowance (TA) is approximately Rs 7,200 plus DA thereon. The gross monthly salary approximates Rs 2,32,000. After mandatory deductions including NPS (10% of Basic + DA) and professional tax, the estimated in-hand net salary ranges between Rs 1,85,000 and Rs 1,95,000. Under the 8th CPC, these scales are expected to undergo a fitment factor adjustment, likely increasing the basic pay threshold significantly to account for inflation and administrative parity with other central autonomous bodies.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment follows DoPT guidelines ensuring social equity. SC/ST candidates receive a 5-year upper age relaxation, while OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates receive 3 years. PwBD candidates are granted 10 years of age relaxation, extendable based on disability category. The EWS category is entitled to a 10% vertical reservation in direct recruitment, subject to the production of a valid Income and Asset Certificate. Women candidates and specific reserved categories are often exempted from application fees or provided significant concessions. All reservations are subject to the production of valid certificates issued by competent authorities, and candidates must ensure their status aligns with the latest DoPT Office Memorandums regarding the creamy layer and income thresholds.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Irc Director Recruitment

What is the typical cutoff trend for the Director position?

Cutoffs are highly competitive, typically ranging between 65% to 75% of the total aggregate marks, depending on the number of vacancies and candidate performance.

Is there a normalization process for the examination?

Yes, if the examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard normalization formula is applied to ensure parity across different difficulty levels.

Does the appointment involve a service bond?

Selected candidates may be required to execute a service bond for a specified period, typically 2 to 3 years, to ensure organizational stability.

What is the duration of the probation period?

The standard probation period for direct recruitment at the Director level is two years, subject to satisfactory performance reviews.

Is the syllabus strictly limited to technical topics?

No, the syllabus is a hybrid of technical domain knowledge and general administrative/managerial aptitude required for senior leadership roles.

What are the primary posting locations?

Postings are primarily at the IRC headquarters in New Delhi, though roles may involve extensive travel for site inspections and committee meetings.