MSME Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for General Manager, Principal Director and More Posts
DC MSME Recruitment 2026 is for 7 Chief Executive Officer (CEO) posts in the autonomous bodies of the Office of Development Commissioner (MSME), New Delhi, Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises, Government of India. The posts are General Manager, Principal Director and Director at Kolkata, Kannauj, Firozabad, Bhubaneswar, Jalandhar, Ludhiana and Agra. Pay is at Level-12 to Level-13A (as per 7th CPC), with an Entry Pay (Basic) of Rs. 78,800/- to Rs. 1,31,100/- plus DA, TA and HRA (in case accommodation is not provided). Most posts ask for 15 years' experience. The posts are on contract for 5 years initially, with further extension. Citizens of India can apply by speed post or registered post, and the application must reach New Delhi by 23 November 2026.
DC MSME Recruitment 2026 at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Government of India, Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises, Office of Development Commissioner (MSME), New Delhi |
| Post | CEOs in Autonomous Bodies: General Manager (3), Principal Director (3), Director (1) |
| Vacancies | Not Mentioned |
| Pay | Entry Pay (Basic) Rs. 78,800/- to Rs. 1,31,100/- (Level-12 to Level-13A, 7th CPC), plus DA, TA, HRA (in case accommodation is not provided), as per norms |
| Contract Term | 5 years initially, with further extension based on the review of performance till the age of superannuation |
| Experience Required | Varies by post (15 years for most posts) |
| Age Limit | Varies by post |
| Job Location | Kolkata, Kannauj, Firozabad, Bhubaneswar, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Agra |
| How to Apply | Offline, by speed post or registered post, using the Proforma in the detailed advertisement |
| Last Date | 23.11.2026 (last date of receipt of application) |
| Selection | An interview is mentioned (serving candidates produce their NOC at the time of interview) |
The official notification does not specify the application fee or the stages of the selection process.
About DC MSME
The Office of Development Commissioner (MSME), New Delhi, works under the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises, Government of India. This recruitment fills the CEO posts of its autonomous bodies: the Central Tool Room & Training Centres (CTTC) at Kolkata and Bhubaneswar, the Fragrance & Flavour Development Centre (FFDC) at Kannauj, the Centre for Development of Glass Industry (CDGI) at Firozabad, the Central Institute of Hand Tools (CIHT) at Jalandhar, the Central Tool Room (CTR) at Ludhiana and the Central Footwear Training Institute (CFTI) at Agra.
DC MSME Vacancy Details (Post-wise)
| No. | Post | Autonomous Body and Location | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Manager | Central Tool Room & Training Centre (CTTC), Kolkata | Not Mentioned |
| 2 | Principal Director | Fragrance & Flavour Development Centre (FFDC), Kannauj | |
| 3 | Principal Director | Centre for Development of Glass Industry (CDGI), Firozabad | |
| 4 | General Manager | Central Tool Room & Training Centre (CTTC), Bhubaneswar | |
| 5 | Principal Director | Central Institute of Hand Tools (CIHT), Jalandhar | |
| 6 | General Manager | Central Tool Room (CTR), Ludhiana | |
| 7 | Director | Central Footwear Training Institute (CFTI), Agra |
Who Can Apply
Only citizens of India can apply. Only post-qualification experience in the relevant field counts towards the experience required for each post. Each post's qualification and experience are listed below as the notice prints them, in the notice's order.
General Manager, CTTC, Kolkata
- Essential qualification: Degree in Mechanical /Production Engg or equivalent from a recognized University / Institution.
- Desirable qualification: Post Graduate qualification in Engineering/ Technology/ Management from recognized University/Institution.
- Essential experience: 15 years experience in Production/Training Department of a Tool Room/reputed Engineering Industry of which 10 years in a responsible technology/ Management Position.
- Desirable experience: Implementation & Management of Engineering Projects, experience in use of computerized MIS including reverse engineering, Rapid Prototyping, CAD/ CAM and CNC Technologies etc. and experience in Administration, Finance & Labour Management.
Principal Director, FFDC, Kannauj
- Essential qualification: Post Graduate Degree in Chemistry/ Botany/ Agronomy or degree in Chemical Technology/ Chemical Engg./ Agriculture Engg. from a recognized University/ Institution.
- Desirable qualification: Doctoral degree in Chemistry/ Botany/ Agronomy or Post- Graduate degree in Chemical Technology/ Chemical Engg./ Agricultural Engg. Or Post Graduate Diploma or degree in Management/ Computer Science.
- Essential experience: 15 years experience in a responsible position in an Industrial Establishment/ technical/ R&D organization dealing with fine chemicals/ phyto-chemicals or aromatic and medicinal plants cultivation/ processing or creation of fragrance/ flavours, or quality management in phytochemicals and fine chemicals.
- Desirable experience: Experience in production/ R&D work/ teaching/ conducting training programmes in organizations dealing with aroma chemicals, essentials oils, flavors & fragrances, aromatic & medicinal plants, spices and oleo resins. Experience in Human Resource and Financial Management, Industrial Relations and General Administration.
- Experience relaxation: In case of exceptionally deserving suitable & meritorious candidates, requirements of experience can be relaxed at the discretion of Chairman, Governing Council.
Principal Director, CDGI, Firozabad
- Essential qualification: Degree in Ceramic/ Silicate/ Glass Technology or equivalent with glass as a main subject from a recognized university or institute with 15 years experience in production/ research in a glass/ ceramic industry/ R&D organization in a responsible position.
- Desirable qualification: Post Graduate Degree in Ceramic/ Silicate/ Glass Technology or management with experience in implementation of glass projects and manufacture of different types of glasses/ glass products.
- Experience: Experience in financial, personnel management and general administration.
General Manager, CTTC, Bhubaneswar
- Essential qualification: Degree in Mechanical /Production Engg from a recognized University / Institution.
- Desirable qualification: Post Graduate qualification in Engineering/ Technology/ Management from recognized Institution.
- Essential experience: 15 years experience in Production/Training Department of a Tool Room/reputed Engineering Industry of which 10 years in a responsible technology/ Management Position.
- Preferable: Implementation of Engineering Projects preferably with foreign collaboration, experience in use of computerized MIS including reverse engineering, Rapid Prototyping etc. Experience in administration, Finance & Labour management CAD/ CAM and CNC Technologies.
Principal Director, CIHT, Jalandhar
- Essential qualification: Degree in Mechanical /Production Engg or equivalent from a recognized University / Institution.
- Desirable qualification: Post Graduate qualification in Engineering/ Technology/ Management from recognized Institution.
- Essential experience: 15 years experience in Production/Training Department of a Tool Room/reputed Engineering Industry of which 10 years in a Managerial technical Position.
- Preferable: Implementation and management of Engineering Projects experience in use of computerized MIS including reverse engineering, Rapid Prototyping, CAD/ CAM and CNC Technologies. Experience in Administration, Finance and Labour management.
General Manager, CTR, Ludhiana
- Essential qualification: Degree in Mechanical /Production Engg or equivalent from a recognized University / Institution.
- Desirable qualification: Post Graduate qualification in Engineering/ Technology/ Management from recognized University/ Institution.
- Essential experience: 15 years experience in Production/Training Department of a Tool Room/reputed Engineering Industry of which 10 years in a responsible technology/ Management Position.
- Desirable experience: Implementation and management of Engineering Projects experience in use of computerized MIS including reverse engineering, Rapid Prototyping, CAD/ CAM and CNC Technologies. Experience in Administration, Finance and Labour management.
Director, CFTI, Agra
- Essential qualification and experience: Degree in Leather Technology/ Chemical Engineering or Polymer Technology from a recognized University or equivalent and 7 Years experience in responsible capacity in footwear training institution or technical organization dealing with footwear or footwear manufacturing unit.
- OR Diploma in Leather Technology/Diploma in Footwear Technology from a recognized Institution and 12 years experience in responsible capacity in footwear training institution or technical organization dealing with footwear or footwear manufacturing unit.
- Desirable: (i) Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management from recognized institution. (ii) Experience in teaching/ conducting training progammes.
Age Limit and Relaxation
The age limit is worked out on the closing date for receipt of applications, which is 23 November 2026.
| Post | Age Limit and Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General Manager, CTTC, Kolkata | 50 years, relaxable up to 5 years for SC/ST/Internal candidates & 3 years for OBC candidates. |
| Principal Director, FFDC, Kannauj | 50 years, as on the last date of receipt of application (relaxable up to 5 years for SC/ST candidates/ employees of Govt., Semi-Govt./Quasi Govt. Organizations / Autonomous Bodies/ Departmental Candidates, 3 years for OBC candidates/ Ex-servicemen/PH as per Govt Rules). |
| Principal Director, CDGI, Firozabad | Not exceeding 50 years (relaxable upto 5 years for SC/ST/Departmental candidates and employees of Govt/semi-Govt organizations & 3 years for OBC candidates as per Govt Rules). |
| General Manager, CTTC, Bhubaneswar; Principal Director, CIHT, Jalandhar; General Manager, CTR, Ludhiana | 50 years, relaxable up to 5 years for SC/ST/Internal candidates & 3 years for OBC. |
| Director, CFTI, Agra | Not exceeding 45 years (relaxable up to 5 years for SC/ST/Internal candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates as per Govt Rules). |
For the discipline-specific eligibility of each post, candidates should check the official notification and the detailed advertisement.
Pay and Terms
| Post | Scale of Pay | Entry Pay (Basic) |
|---|---|---|
| General Manager, CTTC, Kolkata | Level-13 A (as per 7th CPC) | Rs. 1,31,100/- |
| Principal Director, FFDC, Kannauj | Level-13 (as per 7th CPC) | Rs. 1,23,100/- |
| Principal Director, CDGI, Firozabad | Level-13 (as per 7th CPC) | Rs. 1,23,100/- |
| General Manager, CTTC, Bhubaneswar | Level-13 A (as per 7th CPC) | Rs. 1,31,100/- |
| Principal Director, CIHT, Jalandhar | Level-13 A (as per 7th CPC) | Rs. 1,31,100/- |
| General Manager, CTR, Ludhiana | Level-13A (as per 7th CPC) | Rs. 1,31,100/- |
| Director, CFTI, Agra | Level-12 (as per 7th CPC) | Rs. 78,800/- |
The notice prints the same benefit for every post: "This post besides basic pay carries allowances as per Government Rules", with the entry pay above "and other associated emoluments such as DA, TA, HRA (in case accommodation is not provided), as per norms."
The posts are to be filled on contract basis for a period of 5 years initially, with further extension based on the review of performance till the age of superannuation.
DC MSME Recruitment 2026 Job Description
The notice gives one set of duties for all 7 CEO posts:
- Be responsible for the day-to-day management and affairs of the autonomous body, enhancing the competitiveness of MSMEs in the sector, with a focus on improving their access to technology, providing skill up-gradation and offering advocacy support.
- Provide leadership in business growth, building client relationships and manpower development.
- Oversee and provide guidance for Marketing, Production, Training, Design, Consultancy, R&D etc. as required.
- Work towards building the competencies of the Centre in new and upcoming areas of technology.
- Co-ordinate and exercise general supervision over all activities of the Centre.
- Be responsible for revenue generation of the centre for self sustenance.
How to Apply for DC MSME Recruitment 2026
Applications are offline only, by speed post or registered post. The notice gives these steps:
- Get the application Proforma from the detailed advertisement on any of these websites: www.dcmsme.gov.in, www.ffdcindia.org, www.cftiagra.org.in, www.cdgiindia.net, www.cttc.gov.in, www.ciht.in, www.msmetoolroomkolkata.com or www.ctrludhiana.org.
- Fill in the application in the Proforma and attach the supporting documents.
- Prepare a separate application for each post and location you apply for.
- Write on the envelope "application for the vacancy of" followed by the position and location you are applying for.
- Send it by speed post or registered post to: Additional Development Commissioner (TR), Office of the Development Commissioner (MSME), Room No. 32082, 2nd Floor, Kartavya Bhawan-3, Janpath Road, New Delhi-110001.
- Make sure the application reaches by 23 November 2026, the last date of receipt of application.
Candidates working in Central/State Govt. or any Govt. Undertaking/Autonomous organizations must send their application through proper channel. They may send an advance copy to O/o DC (MSME) and produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of interview.
Documents named in the notice
- Duly filled application in the Proforma given in the detailed advertisement
- Supporting documents
- NOC, for candidates in government service, at the time of interview
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Office of Development Commissioner (MSME) Official Website | Official Website |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are there in DC MSME Recruitment 2026?
There are 7 vacancies, 1 for each post, since the notice does not print a number. They are General Manager at CTTC Kolkata, CTTC Bhubaneswar and CTR Ludhiana, Principal Director at FFDC Kannauj, CDGI Firozabad and CIHT Jalandhar, and Director at CFTI Agra.
What is the last date for the DC MSME CEO posts?
The last date of receipt of application is 23 November 2026. The application must reach the Office of the Development Commissioner (MSME), New Delhi, by that date.
What qualification is needed for General Manager, CTTC, Kolkata?
The essential qualification is a Degree in Mechanical /Production Engg or equivalent from a recognized University / Institution. The post also needs 15 years' experience in Production/Training Department of a Tool Room/reputed Engineering Industry, of which 10 years must be in a responsible technology/ Management Position.
What is the age limit for DC MSME Recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 50 years for the General Manager and Principal Director posts and not exceeding 45 years for Director, CFTI, Agra. Age is worked out on the closing date for receipt of applications, 23 November 2026.
Who gets age relaxation, and how much?
For most posts the relaxation is up to 5 years for SC/ST/Internal candidates and 3 years for OBC. For FFDC Kannauj, the 5 years also cover employees of Govt., Semi-Govt./Quasi Govt. Organizations / Autonomous Bodies and departmental candidates, and the 3 years also cover Ex-servicemen/PH. For CDGI Firozabad, the 5 years also cover departmental candidates and employees of Govt/semi-Govt organizations.
What is the salary for the DC MSME CEO posts?
The General Manager posts and Principal Director, CIHT, Jalandhar are at Level-13A, with an Entry Pay (Basic) of Rs. 1,31,100/-. The Principal Director posts at FFDC and CDGI are at Level-13, with Rs. 1,23,100/-, and Director, CFTI, Agra is at Level-12, with Rs. 78,800/-.
Is HRA paid on top of the basic pay?
Yes, all 7 posts carry allowances as per Government Rules. These include DA, TA and HRA (in case accommodation is not provided), as per norms, on top of the basic pay.
How do I apply for DC MSME Recruitment 2026?
Fill in the Proforma from the detailed advertisement and attach your supporting documents. Send it by speed post or registered post to the Additional Development Commissioner (TR), Office of the Development Commissioner (MSME), Room No. 32082, 2nd Floor, Kartavya Bhawan-3, Janpath Road, New Delhi-110001, so that it reaches by 23 November 2026.
Are the DC MSME CEO posts permanent?
No, the posts are to be filled on contract basis for 5 years initially. They can be extended further, based on the review of performance, till the age of superannuation.
Can I apply for more than one post?
Yes, but you must send a separate application for each post or location. Each envelope must say "application for the vacancy of" followed by the position and location you are applying for.