DGFT CNEST Young Professionals Recruitment 2025-26

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 35 years

Educational Qualification

• Graduate in engineering (BE/B.Tech, etc.) or Masters Degree in Sciences (e.g., MSc) or Graduate/Post Graduate in Economics. Knowledge of advanced Excel is essential. Knowledge of statistical programming in languages like Python is desirable.

Experience

• One year of relevant experience is desirable.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 22-12-2025
• Last Date for Apply: 04-01-2026

Application Fee

• No application fee is mentioned in the notification.

Salary and Type of Engagement

• Consolidated remuneration of Rs. 60,000 per month, subject to tax as applicable.
• Engagement is initially for one year on a contractual basis.

Other Conditions

• The department may require a health certificate, police verification, and medical fitness before joining.
• Applicants must not disclose information in a manner that conflicts with government interests. Use of the government name or insignia for private purposes requires prior written permission.
• Working hours typically 09:30 AM to 06:00 PM with potential for overtime and weekend/holiday work as needed.
• Annual or prolonged leaves are governed by applicable rules; maternity leave may be considered as per applicable Acts.
• The engagement can be terminated by the department with 30 days' notice or pay in lieu thereof.
• The office reserves the right to terminate engagement for non-performance or non-compliance with rules.
• Candidates may be required to travel within India; TA/DA as per central government norms may be admissible.
• A Non-Disclosure Agreement and Non-Compete Agreement on a Rs. 10 stamp paper may be required on joining.