The Directorate General of Foreign Trade, an attached office of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, has announced recruitment of Young Professionals for its Regional Authorities at Indore and Bhopal in Madhya Pradesh. The engagement covers a total of three posts on a contract basis. Selected candidates will work on the implementation of schemes under the Foreign Trade Policy, gaining exposure to trade facilitation work in a busy regional office environment.
DGFT Young Professional Recruitment 2026
- Notification01 Oct
- Applications Opentill 20 Oct
About DGFT Young Professional Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Directorate General of Foreign Trade, Ministry of Commerce and Industry , Indore
- Post Name
- Young Professional (RA Indore) and Young Professional (RA Bhopal)
- Job Location
- Indore, Madhya Pradesh
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 35 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- Minimum one year post qualification experience in relevant field with proficiency in computer skills
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 56,000 per month (minus Professional Tax/TDS as applicable)
- Tenure
- Initially one year, extendable up to three years
- Notice Period
- 30 days notice or pay in lieu thereof, by either side
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Young Professional (RA Indore) | 2 |
| Young Professional (RA Bhopal) | 1 |
| Grand Total | 3 |
Eligibility Details
1. Legal: LLM/LLB and PG Diploma in any legal subject. OR 2. General Management: MBA or equivalent from an institution having NIRF ranking up to 100 in Management category as per the latest NIRF ranking/Masters in Public Policy/International Trade. Minimum one year post qualification experience in relevant field with proficiency in computer skills.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Young Professional (YP) - Educational Qualification and Experience | 1. Legal: LLM/LLB and PG Diploma in any legal subject. OR 2. General Management: MBA or equivalent from an institution having NIRF ranking up to 100 in Management category as per the latest NIRF ranking/Masters in Public Policy/International Trade. Minimum one year post qualification experience in relevant field with proficiency in computer skills. |
Age Limit
Below 35 years of age as on 01 August 2026
Selection Process
- 1Document Verification
Engagement is subject to verification of documents related to educational qualification and experience; false or wrong information leads to immediate termination.
Salary Structure
Rs. 56,000 per month (minus Professional Tax/TDS as applicable)
How to Apply
- 1Fill the application form provided in the Google link given in the notification
- 2Fill the printed application form with your details and paste a passport-size photograph
- 3Attach your resume, copy of PAN card, Aadhar card and copies of relevant qualification and experience documents
- 4Email the scanned signed application and documents to [email protected] with the subject 'Application for Young Professional'
- 5Send a hard copy of the application with supporting documents by post to O/o Joint DGFT, BSNL Bhawan, Old CTO Compound, Residency Area, Indore 452001
Documents to Carry / Upload
Important Details
- It is mandatory for all applicants to fill the application form provided in the Google link mentioned in the notification and also to submit the signed application form along with the resume, copy of PAN card, Aadhar card and copies of relevant qualification documents.
- Incomplete applications or applications received after the due date will be rejected.
- Selected candidates must submit a police verification report from their concerned police station and a medical-cum-fitness certificate issued by an authorized medical practitioner prior to engagement.
Working Hours and Leave
- Working hours are normally 9.30 AM to 6.00 PM on working days, including a half hour lunch break
- Young Professionals may be required to sit late and may be called on Saturday, Sunday and other holidays in exigencies of work
- 18 days leave during the one year period, on pro-rata basis, subject to prior written approval of the controlling officer; unavailed leave cannot be carried forward
- Leave up to one month can be considered without remuneration with prior approval of the controlling officer
- Women Young Professionals may be eligible for maternity leave as per the Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act, 2017
Other Terms of Engagement
- The engagement is purely temporary and does not confer any claim or right for subsequent engagement or employment with DGFT or any other Government Department
- Young Professionals are governed by the Official Secrets Act, 1923 and must not disclose any information or data to unauthorized persons
- Young Professionals must arrange and maintain adequate life, health and other insurance at their own expense
- Young Professionals may be required to travel to any place in India; while on tour, TA/DA is admissible as for an Assistant Section Officer of the Central Government
- The engagement can be terminated at any time by the Department by giving 30 days notice or pay in lieu thereof, and similarly by the Young Professional
- Services can be terminated forthwith without notice or compensation if performance is unsatisfactory or found in conflict with the interest of DGFT or the Government of India
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0731-2498382 (Indore), 0755-2553323 (Bhopal)
Frequently Asked Questions
What subject line should be written in the application email?
The email must carry the subject 'Application for Young Professional'.
Is there a written test or interview for DGFT Young Professional?
No. The notice does not mention a written examination or interview; the engagement is subject to verification of documents related to educational qualification and experience.
Can the engagement be extended beyond three years?
No. The engagement is initially for one year and may be extended up to three years, after which no further extension is permissible under any circumstances.
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