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SFIO Recruitment 2026 Notification Released for 38 Vacancies on Deputation Basis

Author: Rajnish Goyal | Last Updated: 02-June-2026

Important Information

Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO), Government of India, Ministry of Corporate Affairs, has invited applications from eligible officers working under Central Government, State Governments, Union Territories, Public Sector Undertakings, Banks, Financial Institutions, Regulatory Bodies, Autonomous Organizations and other eligible departments for filling various posts on deputation (including short-term contract) basis. A total of 38 vacancies have been announced across multiple disciplines including Investigation, Banking, Capital Market, Corporate Law, Forensic Audit, Taxation and Customs & Central Excise. Interested candidates must apply through proper channel as per the detailed notification.

Organization NameSerious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO)
DepartmentMinistry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India
Post NameVarious Deputation Posts
No. Of Posts38
Advertisement Date01 June 2026
Mode of RecruitmentDeputation / Short-Term Contract
Pay LevelLevel-8 to Level-12
Apply ModeOffline Through Proper Channel
Job LocationDelhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad

Vacancy Overview

DesignationVacancies
Joint Director (Capital Market)01
Deputy Director (Banking)02
Deputy Director (Corporate Law)02
Deputy Director (Forensic Audit)01
Deputy Director (Investigation)03
Principal Private Secretary01
Senior Assistant Director (Banking)04
Senior Assistant Director (Capital Market)01
Senior Assistant Director (Corporate Law)04
Senior Assistant Director (Customs & Central Excise)01
Senior Assistant Director (Investigation)02
Senior Assistant Director (Taxation)01
Senior Prosecutor03
Assistant Director (Investigation)12

Pay Level Details

Post CategoryPay Level
Joint DirectorLevel-12
Deputy DirectorLevel-11
Principal Private SecretaryLevel-11
Senior Assistant DirectorLevel-10
Senior ProsecutorLevel-10
Assistant DirectorLevel-8

Posting Locations

Office LocationsStatus
DelhiAvailable
MumbaiAvailable
KolkataAvailable
ChennaiAvailable
HyderabadAvailable

Eligibility Details

Applicants should be officers serving under Central Government, State Government, Union Territories, Public Sector Undertakings, Banks, Financial Institutions, Regulatory Authorities, Autonomous Bodies, Statutory Organizations or Semi-Government Institutions. Candidates must possess the prescribed educational qualifications, experience and service requirements relevant to the discipline for which they are applying. Eligibility conditions for each post are detailed in the official notification annexures.

Department Wise Vacancies

Discipline Posts Vacancies
Investigation Deputy Director, Senior Assistant Director, Assistant Director 17
Banking Deputy Director, Senior Assistant Director 06
Corporate Law Deputy Director, Senior Assistant Director 06
Capital Market Joint Director, Senior Assistant Director 02
Other Disciplines Taxation, Forensic Audit, Prosecutor, PPS 07

Selection Process

  1. Application Through Proper Channel
    • Applications must be forwarded through the employer department.
    • Incomplete applications may be rejected.
  2. Eligibility Scrutiny
    • Verification of service records and experience.
    • Assessment of qualifications and deputation eligibility.
  3. Shortlisting of Candidates
    • Based on qualifications and experience.
    • Only eligible officers will be considered.
  4. Final Selection
    • As per deputation rules and SFIO requirements.
    • Subject to approval by the competent authority.

How to Apply for SFIO Recruitment 2026

  1. Read the detailed notification carefully.
  2. Check post-wise eligibility requirements.
  3. Fill the prescribed application format.
  4. Attach all required certificates and service records.
  5. Forward the application through the proper channel.
  6. Ensure the application reaches the designated authority before the deadline.
  7. Keep a copy of the application form for future reference.

Important Links

Application Form Download
Notification Download

Important Note: Candidates should ensure that they fulfill all eligibility conditions before applying. Applications must be submitted through proper channel along with all required documents. The detailed eligibility criteria, qualifications, experience requirements and deputation terms are available in Annexure-I to Annexure-XIV of the official notification.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  1. How many vacancies are available under SFIO Recruitment 2026?

    A total of 38 vacancies have been announced across various disciplines and deputation posts.

  2. Which organization has released this recruitment notification?

    The notification has been released by the Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO), Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India.

  3. What is the mode of recruitment?

    The recruitment will be conducted on deputation, including short-term contract basis.

  4. What is the highest pay level available?

    The highest pay level available under this recruitment is Level-12 for the Joint Director post.

  5. How many Assistant Director (Investigation) vacancies are available?

    A total of 12 vacancies have been announced for Assistant Director (Investigation).

  6. Who can apply for SFIO deputation posts?

    Eligible officers from Government Departments, PSUs, Banks, Regulatory Bodies, Autonomous Organizations and related institutions can apply.

  7. What are the posting locations?

    Selected candidates may be posted at Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai or Hyderabad offices.

  8. Is this a permanent recruitment?

    No. The recruitment is on deputation or short-term contract basis.

  9. What documents are required for application?

    Candidates must submit service records, educational qualifications, experience certificates and other documents specified in the notification.

  10. Where can candidates check detailed eligibility conditions?

    Detailed eligibility conditions are available in Annexure-I to Annexure-XIV of the official notification.