DRTs: Recovery Officer Vacancies on Deputation (4+ Posts) – Level 8 (₹47,600–₹1,51,100);
Apply by 09 Feb 2026

Table of Contents

• DRT/DRAT Framework and Recovery Officer Role
• Vacancy Position (Approximate)
• Essential Eligibility (Deputation)
• Applicable Cadre
• Desirable
• Pay and Allowances
• Application Process (Through Proper Channel)
• Selection and Postings
• Why Recovery Officer (DRT)?
• Application Roadmap

The Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Finance has issued a vacancy circular for filling existing, anticipated, and unforeseen vacancies for Recovery Officers (along with Registrar/Assistant Registrar) in Debts Recovery Tribunals (DRTs) and Debts Recovery Appellate Tribunals (DRATs) on pure deputation basis, valid up to 30 June 2026. With at least 4 Recovery Officer posts across 39 DRTs/5 DRATs, this recruitment accelerates bank debt recovery amid ₹20 lakh crore NPAs. Nominations must reach the Ministry by 09 February 2026.

DRT/DRAT Framework and Recovery Officer Role

Established under the Recovery of Debts and Bankruptcy Act, 1993 (RDB Act), DRTs/DRATs provide time-bound adjudication for bank loans >₹20 lakh. Recovery Officers (ROs) are quasi-judicial functionaries executing Recovery Certificates (RCs) under Sections 25-28 RDB Act:

• Attach/sell debtor property.
• Arrest/imprisonment for wilful default.
• Coordinate with civil courts/sheriffs.
• Manage SARFAESI enforcement post-NCLT referrals.

Vacancy Position (Approximate)

Postings: Ahmedabad, Allahabad, Amravati, Aurangabad, Bangalore, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chandigarh, Chennai, Cochin, Cuttack, Delhi (3), Dehradun, Ernakulam, Guwahati, Hyderabad (2), Jaipur, Jabalpur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai (2), Nagpur, Patna, Pune, Ranchi, etc.

Essential Eligibility (Deputation)

Applicable Cadre

Group B officers from Central/State Govt./PSUs.

Experience Routes (any one):

• Analogous post (Recovery Officer equivalent) on regular basis.​
• Level 8 (₹47,600–₹1,51,100) with 3 years’ service.​
• Section Officer Grade with 5 years’ service.

Desirable

• Knowledge of RDB Act/SARFAESI/IBC.
• Court execution experience.

Tenure: 3–4 years (extendable up to 7); age <56 years.

Pay and Allowances

• Pay Matrix: Level 8 (₹47,600–₹1,51,100).
• Deputation Allowance: 5–10% basic pay.
• Perks: HRA, TA, medical as per rules.

Application Process (Through Proper Channel)

1. Forwarding Authority: Submit to cadre controlling authority.
2. Address: Under Secretary (Banks-IV), Department of Financial Services, 3rd Floor, Jeevan Deep Bldg., Sansad Marg, New Delhi-110001.
3. Last Date: 09 February 2026.
4. Annexures:
   • Bio-data proforma.
   • APARs (last 5 years).
   • Vigilance/Integrity certificate.
   • No penalty statement (last 10 years).
   • Cadre clearance.

Selection and Postings

• Shortlisting: By Search-cum-Selection Committee.
• Postings: All India transfer liability (39 DRTs/5 DRATs).
• Panel Validity: Up to 30.06.2026.

Why Recovery Officer (DRT)?

Edge Profiles: Tehsildar (revenue recovery), Court Attachment Officer, Bank Scale-III (recovery), SO (Law Ministry).

Application Roadmap

1. Self-Assess: Confirm Level 8/equivalent + vigilance clearance.
2. Documents: Compile APARs (attested), NOC.
3. Forward: Through channel by 05.02.2026 (Ministry buffer).
4. Follow-Up: Track on dfs.gov.in.

Caution: No TA/DA for interview/joining; deputation only (no direct recruitment).

Opportunity Alert: With NPA surge, DRTs need 100+ ROs. Secure your quasi-judicial mantle now.