Central Administrative Tribunal
CAT Caretaker Deputation 2026: Eligibility & Apply — Job Details
Qualification or eligibility note: Officers from the Central Government holding analogous post on regular basis; OR Holding the post in the scale of Pre-revised Pay Band-1 (Rs. 5200-20200 plus Grade Pay of Rs. 2400/-) with 08 years of regular service in the grade. AND Possessing a degree from a recognized University or equivalent. Compare experience, age and category requirements with the official notice before proceeding.
- Vacancies
- 5
- Qualification
- Officers from the Central Government holding analogous post on regular basis; OR Holding the post in the scale of Pre-revised Pay Band-1 (Rs. 5200-20200 plus Grade Pay of Rs. 2400...
- Age Limit
- The maximum age limit for appointment on deputation shall not exceed 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.
- Salary
- Level-06 of Pay Matrix (Pre-revised Pay Band-2, Rs. 9300-34800 plus Grade Pay of Rs. 4200/-)
- Location
- Chennai, Hyderabad, Jammu, Jodhpur, and Srinagar Benches of the Tribunal or any other Bench.
- Application Mode
- offline
- Last Date
- 06 Jul 2026
Current Status
Latest Update
This recruitment deadline has passed. This page is retained for reference. Use the official notification or website for the latest archived context.
Published
Last Date
06 Jul 2026
Official Links
What To Do Next
- Use the details on this page for eligibility, dates, selection process, and reference.
- Check similar active jobs and relevant hubs below.
- Use official website or notification links only for archived verification.
Source-first information from the TrueJobs Editorial Desk
We organise dates, eligibility and links from source material for easier comparison. The recruiting authority's latest notification or website remains final.
Official-source links checked 20 Jun 2026
Read our editorial policy or report a correction.
📋 Quick Overview
| Organisation | Central Administrative Tribunal |
| Post | Caretaker |
| Qualification | Degree from recognized University |
| Age Limit | Maximum 56 years |
| Salary | Level-6 (₹35,400-₹1,12,400) |
| Last Date | Within 30 days from publication |
| Apply Mode | Offline |
The Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) has announced a deputation recruitment drive for 5 Caretaker positions across multiple benches. This is an internal opportunity for serving Central Government officers seeking lateral movement within government service.
Vacancy & Post Details
The 5 Caretaker vacancies are available on deputation basis at various CAT benches:
The appointment may also extend to any other bench of the Tribunal as per administrative requirement.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification: Applicants must possess a degree from a recognized University or equivalent.
- Officers from Central Government holding analogous post on regular basis; OR
- Holding post in pre-revised Pay Band-1 (₹5,200-20,200) with Grade Pay of ₹2,400 with 8 years of regular service in the grade
Age Limit: The maximum age limit for appointment shall not exceed 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.
Salary & Benefits
Selected candidates will be placed in Level-6 of the Pay Matrix (₹35,400-₹1,12,400) which corresponds to the pre-revised Pay Band-2 (₹9,300-34,800) with Grade Pay of ₹4,200.
- Dearness Allowance (DA) as per current rates
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) as per city classification
- Travel Allowance (TA)
- Medical benefits
- Other allowances as per government rules
Selection Process
The selection will be made through the deputation process which typically involves:
- Scrutiny of application and service records
- Verification of eligibility criteria
- No examination or interview mentioned in notification
- Final selection based on administrative approval
Application process reference — Step by Step
Application Mode: Offline through proper channel
- Applicants must refer to the archived application processthrough proper channel
- Application should be forwarded by the parent department/organization
- Complete application with required documents must reach the concerned authority
- No direct applications from individuals will be entertained
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | As published in Employment News |
| Application Start Date | Not specified |
| Last Date | Within 30 days from publication |
Central Administrative Tribunal: archive questions
Q: What is the maximum age limit for CAT Caretaker deputation?
A: The maximum age limit for appointment on deputation shall not exceed 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.
Q: What pay scale will selected Caretakers receive?
A: Selected candidates will be placed in Level-6 of Pay Matrix (₹35,400-₹1,12,400) corresponding to pre-revised Pay Band-2 with Grade Pay ₹4,200.
Q: How many years of service are required for CAT Caretaker post?
A: Candidates need 8 years of regular service in pre-revised Pay Band-1 (₹5,200-20,200) with Grade Pay ₹2,400 or must be holding analogous post.
Q: What is the application mode for CAT Caretaker recruitment?
A: Applications must be submitted offline through proper channel within 30 days from the date of publication in Employment News.
Q: Which CAT benches have Caretaker vacancies?
A: Vacancies exist at Chennai, Hyderabad, Jammu, Jodhpur, and Srinagar Benches of the Tribunal, or any other Bench as required.
What to do if the official link is not working
- Open the official website directly and search for the recruitment or notification number.
- Check the notification PDF for backup application or helpdesk links.
- If the official server is busy, try again later instead of using unofficial mirror links.
This recruitment is closed — what next?
The original application window has ended, so this page should be used as a reference page. For current opportunities, use the active job links and government job hubs below.
How to use this archived notification page
This page summarises publicly available details about the CARETAKER notification from Central Administrative Tribunal. Use it as a quick reference, then always confirm every detail on the official notification PDF or the Central Administrative Tribunal websitebefore taking action, paying any fee, or appearing for any stage of selection.
Archived for reference
The last application date listed on this page has passed. We keep the page online so candidates can study the eligibility, selection process, syllabus pointers, and salary structure for similar future notifications. Check the Central Administrative Tribunal website for any fresh notification before taking action.
What to verify on the official notification
- Total number of vacancies and category-wise reservation.
- Post-wise eligibility, age limit, and age relaxation rules.
- Educational qualification and any experience requirement.
- Application start date, last date, and fee payment deadline.
- Application fee for each category and payment mode.
- Selection process, exam pattern, and syllabus.
- Pay scale, allowances, and probation terms.
Important dates reminder
Dates printed in any summary page \u2014 including this one \u2014 can change through corrigendum. Always cross-check the application start date, last date, fee payment last date, admit card release, and exam date on the official website before planning your application.
Useful next steps on TrueJobs
Next-Step Tools for This Notification
Check age, fees, deadlines, photos and documents before using any official application link.
Related Government Job Resources
Continue with active job hubs and related government job pages on TrueJobs.
Nearby Employment News Notices
Continue through nearby published notices without returning to a sitemap or search page.
Published by the TrueJobs Editorial Desk. Recruitment rules remain subject to the official notice.
Track more updates like this
Browse the latest government job notifications and save the pages relevant to Central Administrative Tribunal.