Director (Projects) – GAIL
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹180,000 - ₹340,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: The applicant should be an Engineering Graduate with good academic record from a recognized University/ Institute.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: At least 5 years of cumulative experience / exposure during the last 10 years in Project Management / Operations & Maintenance in a large organization of repute. Experience in Hydrocarbon sector will be given preference.
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Director (Projects) - GAIL recruitment presents a premier government job opportunity for visionary engineering leaders. This critical vacancy involves overseeing large-scale project execution and strategic operations within GAIL (India) Limited, a leading Maharatna PSU. It's an ideal role for experienced professionals seeking to drive national infrastructure development and achieve significant career advancement in the public sector.
- Lead strategic project planning and execution as Director (Projects) within GAIL's dynamic environment.
- This government job offers a chance to manage critical infrastructure projects across India, ensuring energy security.
- Candidates will find a challenging role with significant responsibility and career growth in this public sector vacancy.
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Additional Salary Information
The pay scale for Director (Projects) is Rs. 180000 – 340000 (IDA). Eligible scales of pay include: Rs. 7250-8250 (IDA) Pre 01/01/1992, Rs. 9500-11500 (IDA) Post 01/01/1992, Rs. 20,500-26,500 (IDA) Post 01/01/1997, Rs. 51300-73000 (IDA) Post 01/01/2007, Rs. 120000-280000 (IDA) Post 01.01.2017, Rs. 18400-22400 (CDA) Pre-revised Post 01.01.1996, Rs. 37400-67000 + GP 10000 (CDA) Post 01/01/2006, Rs. 144200-218200 (Level 14) (CDA) Post 01/01/2016.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting of Applications
Interview by Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB)
Vigilance Clearance
Medical Examination
Document Verification
Application Fees
Refer official detailed notification
Reservation
Reservation, relaxation of age, and other concessions will be provided as per the Government of India rules and regulations for various categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/EWS) as applicable to Central Public Sector Undertakings. Detailed information regarding category-wise eligibility and benefits should be referred from the official notification.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website of Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) at https://pesb.gov.in/.
- Fill up the Application Form online against the Job Description for Director (Projects).
- Submit the application online as per the procedure specified in para V(1) of the notification, which involves forwarding through proper channel (e.g., Cadre Controlling Authority for Central Govt. Officers, concerned CPSE for below Board level CPSE employees, directly to PESB for Private company applicants).
- Alternatively, fill the online form, take a printout, and send it offline through the proper channel.
- Ensure all required documents, including annual reports (for private/JV/federation applicants), proof of board-level position, age, and qualification documents, are submitted along with the application.
- The last date for online application submission by the applicant is 03:00 PM on March 24, 2026.
- Nodal officers/Head of Organisation must forward applications to PESB by 05:00 PM on April 02, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Applicants must be Engineering Graduates with a good academic record and possess at least 5 years of cumulative experience in Project Management or Operations & Maintenance within the last 10 years in a reputable large organization. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in the Hydrocarbon sector.
The minimum age for both internal and external candidates is 45 years. For internal candidates, there must be 2 years of residual service before superannuation (60 years), making the maximum age 58. For others, 3 years of residual service is required, making the maximum age 57 years.
The selection process for the Director (Projects) position typically involves shortlisting of eligible candidates based on their application and experience, followed by an interview conducted by the Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB). Final selection will be based on performance in the interview and vigilance clearance.
