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Govt Opens Top Posts at Damodar Valley Corporation: Applications Invited for Chairman, Member-Secretary & Finance Head- Check Details

Centre Seeks Visionary Leaders to Steer Damodar Valley Corporation into the Future
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New Delhi — The Ministry of Power has announced openings for three top-level positions at Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) — Chairman, Member-Secretary, and Member (Finance) — as part of a leadership restructuring effort within the organization.

Appointments will be made on a five-year deputation basis (or until superannuation) and will be processed through a Search-cum-Selection Committee (SCSC). The final selection will require approval from the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC).

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Who Can Apply?

The posts are open to senior officers currently serving in:

  • Central and State Governments
  • Union Territories
  • All India Services
  • Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs)
  • Indian Armed Forces
  • Eligible officers from DVC

Positions Overview

1. Chairman, DVC

  • Location: Kolkata
  • Age Limit: 45–58 years
  • Eligibility: Officers in the Level-15 pay matrix or equivalent; MBA preferred; strong experience in power, finance, or strategic management desirable
  • Role: Serves as DVC’s CEO; leads policy, planning, inter-agency coordination, and high-level decision-making
  • Pay Scale: As per IDA (Industrial Dearness Allowance) pattern + perks

2. Member-Secretary, DVC

  • Location: Kolkata
  • Age Limit: 45–55 years
  • Eligibility: Officers in the Level-14 pay matrix or equivalent; Postgraduate (preferably in HR/IR); senior administrative background essential
  • Role: Manages administration, HR, CSR, land matters, IT systems, and supports the Board’s functioning
  • Pay Scale: IDA pattern + allowances

3. Member (Finance), DVC

  • Location: Kolkata
  • Age Limit: 45–58 years
  • Eligibility: Officers in Level-14 pay matrix or equivalent; must be a CA, CMA, or MBA in Finance; senior experience in commercial finance is a must
  • Role: Heads DVC’s finance and accounts; oversees resource planning, audits, budgeting, and financial strategies
  • Pay Scale: IDA pattern + perks

How to Apply

Eligible officers must apply through their Cadre Controlling Authorities in the prescribed format.

Documents required:

  • Authenticated ACRs/APARs of the last 10 years (in duplicate)
  • A two-page write-up highlighting key achievements and the applicant’s vision for DVC and India’s power sector

Submission Address:

Secretary (Thermal),
Ministry of Power,
Room No. 415, A Wing, Shram Shakti Bhawan,
Rafi Marg, New Delhi – 110001
Email: [email protected]

Deadline: Applications must be submitted within 30 days of the job advertisement being published in Employment News.

Selection Process

The Search-cum-Selection Committee will evaluate applications based on eligibility, professional achievements, and strategic vision. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interviews. Final approval lies with the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC).

read also: Leadership Overhaul at Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC): Ministry of Power Announces Top-Level Openings- Know Details

About DVC

Damodar Valley Corporation is a key multi-purpose public sector undertaking headquartered in Kolkata. It plays a vital role in power generation, transmission, flood control, and irrigation across parts of Jharkhand and West Bengal.


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