Cabinet Secretariat Deputy Field Officer Recruitment 2025

Created by Sayooj NS in News 14 Nov 2025

🏛️ Cabinet Secretariat Deputy Field Officer Recruitment 2025: Detailed Overview

This recruitment drive is for the direct recruitment of technical personnel into a prestigious central government organization based on a valid GATE score.

📌 Key Highlights

Feature	Details
Post Name	Deputy Field Officer (Technical)
Post Classification	Group ‘B’, Non-Gazetted
Total Vacancies	250 (Tentative)
Salary (Approx.)	₹99,000/- per month (for New Delhi posting)
Pay Level	Level-7 in Pay Matrix (Basic Pay: ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400)
Application Mode	Offline (via Ordinary Post ONLY)
Application Deadline	14.12.2025 (Date of receipt of application)
Job Requirement	All India Transfer liability, may include difficult field postings.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria (as of 14.12.2025)

The eligibility criteria are strictly based on educational qualification and a valid GATE score.

Criteria	Requirement
Educational Qualification	B.E./B.Tech. OR M.Sc. in one of the specified subjects from a recognised University/Institution.
GATE Score	Must possess a valid GATE Score Card from GATE 2023, 2024, or 2025 in the corresponding subject paper.
Age Limit	Not to exceed 30 years as of the closing date (14.12.2025).
Age Relaxation	Applicable for SC/ST/OBC, Central Government Employees, and Ex-servicemen as per Central Government rules.

📊 Subject-wise Vacancy Breakdown

The vacancies are distributed across 10 different technical/scientific disciplines:

Subject	No. of Vacancies	GATE Paper Required (Example)
Computer Science / IT	124	Computer Science and Information Technology (CS)
Electronics and / or Communication / Telecommunication	95	Electronics and Communication (EC)
Data Science / Artificial Intelligence	10	Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA)
Physics	06	Physics (PH)
Chemistry	04	Chemistry (CY)
Geology	03	Geology (GG)
Civil Engineering	02	Civil Engineering (CE)
Mechanical Engineering	02	Mechanical Engineering (ME)
Mathematics	02	Mathematics (MA)
Statistics	02	Statistics (ST)
TOTAL	250

💵 Salary and Benefits

The remuneration is highly competitive, falling under Level-7 of the 7th CPC.

Pay Level 7: Basic Pay ranges from ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400.
Total Emoluments: Approximately ₹99,000/- per month (for a posting in New Delhi).
Allowances Package: The ₹99,000 figure includes a comprehensive package of allowances such as:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) (Varies by city)
- Transport Allowance (TA)
Other Benefits: Entitlement to Central Government perks like National Pension System (NPS), Medical facilities (CGHS), and Leave Travel Concession (LTC).

📝 Selection Process

The selection is a two-stage, merit-based process without a separate written examination.

Shortlisting via GATE Score:
- Applications will be sorted based on the valid GATE score (2023, 2024, or 2025) for the respective subject.
- Candidates must have achieved the qualifying cut-off marks in their GATE paper.
- Candidates will be shortlisted for the interview in a ratio of 1:5 (five candidates for every one vacancy).
Personal Interview:
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an Interview.
- Final Selection is based on the combined performance in the GATE examination and the Personal Interview.
- Interview Centres: Candidates can choose a preferred centre from: Chennai, Gurugram, Guwahati, Jammu, Jodhpur, Kolkata, Lucknow, and Mumbai.

Note: Final selection is subject to fulfilling all eligibility criteria, Character & Antecedent verification, and a Medical Examination.

✉️ Step-by-Step Offline Application Guide

The entire process must be completed offline, and only by Ordinary Post.

Step	Action
1. Preparation	Gather all required documents and self-attest copies (Academic certificates, GATE Score Card, ID proof, Caste Certificate, NOC if applicable).
2. Form Filling	Download and type the application form on A-4 size paper in the prescribed format. Do NOT submit a handwritten form.
3. Details	Fill in all details in English Capital (Block) letters. Use Black or Blue ink for signing (if required).
4. Photograph	Affix one self-attested recent passport-size photograph on the form. Enclose the second photograph with the documents.
5. Submission	Place the completed form and all self-attested enclosures in an envelope.
6. Dispatch	Send the envelope through ORDINARY POST ONLY to the following address: Post Bag No. 001, Lodhi Road Head Post Office, New Delhi-110003.
7. Deadline	Ensure the application is received at the address on or before 14.12.2025.

📚 Syllabus for DFO (Technical) Recruitment 2025

The recruitment is direct, meaning there is no separate written exam conducted by the Cabinet Secretariat. Your technical knowledge is primarily assessed through your performance in the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE).

1. Technical Syllabus: GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering)

The entire syllabus for the technical knowledge section is the official syllabus of the respective GATE paper you appeared for.

Subject in Recruitment	Corresponding GATE Paper	GATE Code	Syllabus Source
Computer Science / IT	Computer Science and Information Technology	CS	Official GATE CS Syllabus
Electronics / Comm. / Telecom	Electronics and Communication Engineering	EC	Official GATE EC Syllabus
Data Science / AI	Data Science and Artificial Intelligence	DA	Official GATE DA Syllabus
Civil Engineering	Civil Engineering	CE	Official GATE CE Syllabus
Mechanical Engineering	Mechanical Engineering	ME	Official GATE ME Syllabus
Physics	Physics	PH	Official GATE PH Syllabus
Chemistry	Chemistry	CY	Official GATE CY Syllabus
Mathematics	Mathematics	MA	Official GATE MA Syllabus
Statistics	Statistics	ST	Official GATE ST Syllabus
Geology	Geology and Geophysics	GG	Official GATE GG Syllabus

Detailed Points:

Core Focus: Your preparation should focus on the core technical and mathematical concepts that form the respective GATE syllabus for your chosen subject.
Validity: Only a score from GATE 2023, 2024, or 2025 is considered valid.
Weightage: This GATE score is the basis for shortlisting candidates for the interview in a 1:5 ratio (5 candidates for every 1 vacancy).

2. Interview Syllabus: Personal & Technical Assessment

The second and final stage is the Personal Interview. The 'syllabus' for this stage is broader and covers your technical expertise, general awareness, and personal attributes essential for a central government DFO role.

A. Technical Component

Deep Subject Knowledge: Expect questions from your final year/core subjects and the subjects relevant to your GATE paper. You must be able to apply theoretical concepts to practical scenarios.
B.Tech/M.Sc Project: Thorough knowledge of your academic projects, internships, and any work experience is crucial, especially regarding the technical challenges and solutions involved.
Domain Specifics: Be prepared to discuss current technologies and their application in the relevant field (e.g., Cyber Security trends for CS/IT, or advanced communication systems for E&TC).

B. General Awareness & Behavioral Component

This assesses your suitability for working in a sensitive and demanding Central Government organisation.

Area	Focus Topics
The Organisation	Functions, structure, and role of the Cabinet Secretariat and the specific duties of a Deputy Field Officer (Technical) - What does the job entail?
Current Affairs	Major National and International Current Events of the last 6-12 months, especially those related to Science, Technology, and National Security.
Government Policies	Recent flagship Government of India Schemes and Policies, especially in the domains of Digital India, Space, Defence, and Technology.
Personal Attributes	Questions on your strengths, weaknesses, motivation for joining the Cabinet Secretariat, handling pressure, and All-India Transfer liability (including difficult field postings).
Communication Skills	Your ability to articulate complex technical ideas clearly, logically, and concisely.

Summary of Selection Weightage

The final merit list is based on the combined performance in the two stages:

Valid GATE Score (2023/2024/2025)
Personal Interview

Since there is no separate written exam, maximizing your performance in the interview, supported by a strong GATE score, is the path to final selection.