New Delhi: The Search-cum-Selection Committee (SCSC) under the Department of Atomic Energy has recommended the name of Vivek Jaiswal, Principal General Manager (Enterprise Business) at BSNL, for appointment as the next Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Electronics Corporation of India Limited (ECIL), Hyderabad.
The selection meeting was conducted on May 9, 2026, through video conferencing as part of the official PSU leadership appointment process.
Three Senior Officials Interviewed for Top ECIL Role
The committee interviewed three senior public sector executives for the CMD position at ECIL:
- Vivek Jaiswal – Principal General Manager (Enterprise Business), BSNL
- Magesh Ethirajan – Director General, CDAC
- Rakesh Tumane – Director (Finance), MOIL Limited
Candidates were assessed based on their:
- Leadership experience
- Public sector management expertise
- Technology and operational capabilities
- Strategic and financial management skills
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Vivek Jaiswal Recommended for CMD Appointment
After completing the evaluation process, the committee recommended Vivek Jaiswal for the top leadership role at ECIL.
The recommendation now moves forward under the standard Government of India approval process for appointments in central public sector enterprises.
Importance of ECIL Leadership Role
The CMD position at ECIL is considered highly significant due to the organisation’s involvement in:
- Strategic electronics systems
- Defence technologies
- Nuclear instrumentation
- Space and digital technology solutions
The leadership role requires strong expertise in technology management and organisational administration.
Government Continues PSU Leadership Selection Process
The appointment process reflects the government’s ongoing efforts to strengthen leadership in public sector undertakings through structured evaluation and selection mechanisms.
The final appointment will be made after completion of all necessary approvals and procedures.
About ECIL
Electronics Corporation of India Limited is a Government of India enterprise under the Department of Atomic Energy. The company is engaged in strategic electronics, defence systems, nuclear technology, space support systems, cybersecurity, and digital solutions for critical national sectors.
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