Assistant Director of Census Operations (Technical) – UPSC

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Quick Info

Vacancies
Vacancies: 9
Employment Type
Employment Type: Full Time
Qualification
Qualification: Master’s Degree in Statistics, Operational Research, Population Sciences, Demography, or Mathematical Statistics.
Experience Required
Experience Required: Freshers eligible — refer official notification for details regarding technical competencies.
Age Limit
Age Limit: Between 18 to 40 years
Application Mode
Application Mode: Online
Deadline
Deadline:

The Assistant Director of Census Operations (Technical) role in the Office of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner is a vital position for India's demographic data management. This Group A Gazetted post involves planning and executing census operations, monitoring data collection, and conducting high-level statistical analysis. It is a permanent role within the Ministry of Home Affairs, offering a stable career for statistics and demography professionals. Candidates will play a key role in shaping national policy through accurate data processing and reporting.

  • The post is permanent and classified as General Central Service Group A Gazetted, Non-Ministerial.
  • Headquarters are in New Delhi, but the officer is liable to serve anywhere in India.
  • The role involves a two-year probation period to ensure technical and administrative competence.
  • Candidates are eligible for the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) or National Pension System (NPS).
  • Duties include imparting training to field officers and master trainers for census operations.
Notification

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Additional Salary Information

Pay Level 10 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC.

Important Dates

Application Start Date 27 June 2026
Application Deadline 17 July 2026
Deadline for Printing Submitted Application 18 July 2026

Selection Process

Shortlisting based on qualifications and experience Recruitment Test (if conducted) Interview (Personality Test)

Application Fees

General/OBC/EWS Male: Rs. 25 SC/ST/PwBD/Women: Exempted

Reservation

UR-05 EWS-01 OBC-02 SC-01

How to Apply

  • Visit the official UPSC ORA website at https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/ Complete the Universal Registration Number (URN) profile if not already registered.
  • Fill out the specific application form for the desired post.
  • Upload scanned copies of required documents including age proof, educational certificates, and experience letters in PDF format.
  • Capture a live photograph and upload your signature as per the specified instructions.
  • Pay the application fee of Rs. 25 using online banking, credit/debit card, or UPI (if applicable).
  • Submit the form and take a printout of the finally submitted application for future reference.

Frequently Asked Questions

The salary is at Pay Level 10 in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.

A Master's Degree in Statistics, Operational Research, Population Sciences, or Demography is required.

The age limit is 35 years for UR/EWS, 38 years for OBC, and 40 years for SC candidates.