The Department of Personnel & Administrative Reforms Manipur, the state government body handling administrative reforms, has announced recruitment for the post of State Chief Information Commissioner. There is one post on offer, in the Manipur State Information Commission under the Right to Information framework. The role is a senior statutory appointment suited to persons of eminence in public life with wide knowledge in fields such as law, administration, journalism or social service.
DPAR Manipur Recruitment 2026 - State Chief Information Commissioner Posts
Posted 01 Oct 2026Updated 01 Oct 2026ADM2-201/1/2026-AR-AR
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
15 Oct
Closed
Apply Mode
Offline
Full Time
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Applications closed on 15 Oct 2026
- Notification16 Sept
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed15 Oct
About DPAR Manipur State Chief Information Commissioner Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Department of Personnel & Administrative Reforms Manipur
- Advertisement No.
- ADM2-201/1/2026-AR-AR
- Post Name
- State Chief Information Commissioner
- Job Location
- Imphal, Manipur
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Full Time
- Age Limit
- Up to 65 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Tenure
- 3 years from the date of entering office; no person shall hold office after attaining 65 years
Vacancy Breakdown
State Chief Information Commissioner
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| State Chief Information Commissioner | 1 |
Eligibility Details
State Chief Information Commissioner - Eligibility
Persons of eminence in public life with wide knowledge and experience in law, science and technology, social service, management, journalism, mass media or administration and governance. The person should be a citizen of India and should not be of unsound mind, insolvent or convicted for any crime. Candidates must fulfil the qualification and experience on the date of application, and the education qualification must have been obtained from a recognised University/Institute/Board/College only.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| State Chief Information Commissioner - Eligibility | Persons of eminence in public life with wide knowledge and experience in law, science and technology, social service, management, journalism, mass media or administration and governance. The person should be a citizen of India and should not be of unsound mind, insolvent or convicted for any crime. Candidates must fulfil the qualification and experience on the date of application, and the education qualification must have been obtained from a recognised University/Institute/Board/College only. |
Age Limit
Maximum 65 years; a person who has attained the age of 65 years is not eligible for appointment
Application Fee
All Categories
Nil
Selection Process
- 1Verification of Testimonials, Antecedents and Past Service
Selection and appointment are subject to fulfilment of eligibility conditions and experience, and to verification of testimonials, antecedents and past service.
Salary Structure
Salary, allowances and other terms and conditions of service as per the Right to Information Act, 2005 read with the Right to Information (Term of office, Salaries, Allowances and Other Terms and Conditions of Service of State Chief Information Commissioner in the State Information Commission) Rules, 2019
How to Apply
- 1Download the prescribed proforma from www.manipur.gov.in or obtain it from the office of the Section (AR), New Secretariat, 3rd Floor, North Block, Imphal West
- 2Fill in the proforma with name, date of birth, address, contact details, e-mail, education qualification and area of eminence
- 3Attach the latest passport size photograph and details of achievements and work experience as per the Annexure
- 4Candidates serving under the State or Central Government or any other organisation must send their particulars through the proper channel
- 5Send the completed application by post or by hand to Under Secretary (AR), Room No. 213, 3rd Floor, North Block, New Secretariat, Imphal West, Manipur-795002, or by e-mail to [email protected]
- 6Ensure the application reaches the office by 5 p.m. on 15 October 2026
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Latest passport size photograph
•Details of achievements and work experience as per the Annexure
•Self-attested copies of ID proof and certificates
Important Details
- The State Chief Information Commissioner shall not be a Member of Parliament or a Member of the Legislature of any State or Union Territory, or hold any other office of profit or be connected with any political party, or carry on any business or pursue any profession.
- Persons serving under the State or Central Government or any other organisation must send their particulars through the proper channel (Administrative Ministry/Department of State/UT/Central Government or the Controlling Officer).
- Applications may be sent by post or by hand to Under Secretary (AR), Room No. 213, 3rd Floor, North Block, New Secretariat, Imphal West, Manipur-795002, or by e-mail to [email protected], and must reach by 5 p.m. on 15 October 2026.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Can serving government officers apply for the State Chief Information Commissioner post?
Yes. Persons serving under the State or Central Government or any other organisation may apply, but they must send their particulars through the proper channel, that is their Administrative Ministry, Department or Controlling Officer.
Can a person holding an office of profit or a political post apply?
No. The State Chief Information Commissioner cannot be a Member of Parliament or of a State or Union Territory Legislature, cannot hold any other office of profit, cannot be connected with a political party, and cannot carry on any business or pursue any profession.
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