Vacancy Notification: Junior Accountant-cum-Storekeeper on Deputation Basis

The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Department of Food and Public Distribution, Government of India, is inviting applications for the appointment of five (05) Junior Accountant-cum-Storekeeper (JASK) posts in the Storage and Research Division. These positions are to be filled on a deputation (including short-term contract) basis against available vacancies from eligible officials currently serving in various Central/State Government departments and allied organizations. The role falls under the Group ‘C’, Non-Gazetted, Ministerial category and presents a valuable opportunity for individuals with a commerce background and relevant experience in accounts or storekeeping. Selected candidates will be posted in various field offices under the Storage and Research Division, with the possibility of being assigned anywhere in India. The deputation will initially be for a term of three years, with the possibility of extension as per prevailing regulations.

Date of Notification & Deadline

The official notification will be considered effective from the date of its publication in the Employment News. 
Starting Date to Apply: 29th April 2025.

Interested and eligible candidates must ensure that their applications reach the designated authority within 60 days from the date this advertisement is published.

Application Fees

Applicants are not required to pay any fee while applying for this position.

Vacancy Details

There are a total of five 600 vacancies available for the position of Junior Accountant-cum-Storekeeper (JASK). The location-wise distribution is as follows:

Candidates are liable to be assigned to any location across India based on administrative needs

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit

• Candidates applying on deputation (including short-term contract) should not exceed 56 years of age as on the last date for submitting the application.

Service Requirement

Officials belonging to the Central Government/State Governments/Union Territories/Public Sector Undertakings/Statutory or Semi-Government Organizations/Universities/Autonomous Bodies are eligible provided they meet the following conditions:

• Holding analogous post on regular basis, OR

• Applicants must possess five years of continuous service in positions under Level-4 of the Pay Matrix (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) or in an equivalent post within their parent cadre or department.
• Possessing a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce from a recognized university.

Desirable Qualification

• Two years’ experience in cash management, accounting, or storekeeping in Government Offices, Banks, or Public Sector Undertakings is desirable.

Salary Details

• The position is classified under Level-5 of the Pay Matrix according to the 7th CPC.
• Selected candidates can either continue receiving their current grade pay along with the deputation (duty) allowance or have their pay adjusted according to the time scale of the position The guidelines established by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT).

Selection Process

• The selection will be carried out based on deputation, which may include short-term contract arrangements.
• Only candidates who apply through the proper channel and fulfill the eligibility requirements will be considered for the position.
• The application must be accompanied by the vigilance clearance, integrity certificate, details of any major or minor penalties imposed, and duly attested copies of the APARs for the past five years.
• Applications not supported with the required documents or those received after the deadline will be summarily rejected.

Application Process

How to Apply

Applicants who meet the eligibility criteria must forward their applications via the proper administrative channel.

Bio-data (Annexure-II), duly filled and countersigned by the employer or cadre controlling authority.

1. Attested copies of the Annual Performance Appraisal Reports (APARs) for the last five years (attestation by an officer not below the rank of Under Secretary).
2. Certification from the employer confirming:
   • It is affirmed that the details furnished by the official are true and correct.
   • That no vigilance case is pending or contemplated.
   • A clear Integrity Certificate.
   • A statement detailing any major or minor penalties imposed on the official over the past ten years.

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