DERC offers lease accommodation up to ₹87,280 for senior legal roles

Who it concerns: Legal professionals currently serving in Central/State/UT Government Departments, Statutory/Autonomous/Constitutional/Cooperative/Local Government Bodies, Judicial Bodies, or Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) under the administrative control of Central/State/UT Governments.

What the document says

• Three vacancies are available: Executive Director (Law) [Level-14], Joint Director (Law) [Level-13], and Deputy Director (Law) [Level-11].
• The mode of appointment for all posts is Deputation.
• Essential qualification for all posts is a Law Degree from a recognized University or Law School.
• Specific service experience requirements apply based on the post level (e.g., 2-3 years in Level-13 for Executive Director; 2-5 years in Level-12/11 for Joint Director; 3-8 years in Level-10/8/6 for Deputy Director).
• The maximum age limit for deputationists is 56 years.
• Applications must be submitted online via the DERC website by 26.10.2026.
• Candidates must submit an undertaking certifying no pending vigilance/disciplinary cases or criminal prosecutions.
• Applicants from government/PSU services must provide a No Objection Certificate (NOC) with vigilance clearance from their parent department.

Also in the document

• The appointment period is initially up to three years, extendable to a maximum of six years based on performance appraisal.
• Selected candidates will be provided lease accommodation with specific rental ceilings: Rs. 87,280/month for Executive Director, Rs. 86,360/month for Joint Director, and Rs. 76,010/month for Deputy Director.
• The Executive Director (Law) position includes a staff car facility, while other positions receive transport allowance and vehicle support for official movements.
• DERC reserves the right not to fill any of the vacancies or to withdraw the advertisement without action on received applications.
• Canvassing in any form is stated to be a disqualification for the post.