The Debts Recovery Appellate Tribunal (DRAT), a statutory body under the Ministry of Finance that handles appeals in debt recovery matters, has invited applications for the post of Chairperson at its Allahabad and Kolkata Benches, along with any vacancies arising later. The appointment is on deputation, and selection is made by the Search-Cum-Selection Committee through scrutiny of applications and personal interaction.
DRAT Chairperson Recruitment 2026
Posted 14 Oct 2026Updated 14 Oct 202607/08/2026-DRT
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About DRAT Chairperson Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Debts Recovery Appellate Tribunal
- Advertisement No.
- 07/08/2026-DRT
- Post Name
- Chairperson, DRAT Allahabad and Chairperson, DRAT Kolkata
- Job Location
- All India
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Deputation
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- Member of the Indian Legal Service with ten years of experience in litigation and having held the post of Additional Secretary or equivalent or higher; or three years as Presiding Officer of a Debts Recovery Tribunal
- Tenure
- 5 years or till attaining the age of 70 years, whichever is earlier
Vacancy Breakdown
Chairperson, DRAT Allahabad
Chairperson, DRAT Kolkata
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| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Chairperson, DRAT Allahabad | |
| Chairperson, DRAT Kolkata | |
| Grand Total | 0 |
Eligibility Details
Chairperson, DRAT Allahabad and Chairperson, DRAT Kolkata
As per Rule 3 (9) of the Tribunal (Conditions of Service) Rules, 2021, a person shall not be qualified for appointment as Chairperson of a Debts Recovery Appellate Tribunal unless he is, or has been, a Judge of a High Court; or has been a member of the Indian Legal Service with ten years of experience in litigation and has held a post of Additional Secretary or any equivalent or any higher post; or has held the office of Presiding Officer of a Debts Recovery Tribunal for three years. As per the Tribunal (Conditions of Service) Amendment Rules, 2023, a person holding or who has held the post of Chairperson or Member of any Tribunal is eligible for re-appointment.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Chairperson, DRAT Allahabad and Chairperson, DRAT Kolkata | As per Rule 3 (9) of the Tribunal (Conditions of Service) Rules, 2021, a person shall not be qualified for appointment as Chairperson of a Debts Recovery Appellate Tribunal unless he is, or has been, a Judge of a High Court; or has been a member of the Indian Legal Service with ten years of experience in litigation and has held a post of Additional Secretary or any equivalent or any higher post; or has held the office of Presiding Officer of a Debts Recovery Tribunal for three years. As per the Tribunal (Conditions of Service) Amendment Rules, 2023, a person holding or who has held the post of Chairperson or Member of any Tribunal is eligible for re-appointment. |
Selection Process
- 1Scrutiny of Applications
The Search-Cum-Selection Committee scrutinises applications for suitability, giving due weightage to qualification and experience, and shortlists candidates.
- 2Personal Interaction
Shortlisted candidates are called for a personal interaction with the Committee; no TA/DA is admissible.
- 3Final Selection
Final selection is based on the overall evaluation of qualification, experience and personal interaction by the Committee.
How to Apply
- 1Download the advertisement and the prescribed application form from the Department of Financial Services website
- 2Fill the bio-data in the proforma at Annexure-I and affix a photograph duly signed by the candidate
- 3Obtain the certificate to be furnished by the employer, head of office or forwarding authority as in Annexure-II
- 4Attach clear photocopies of the up-to-date CR/APAR dossier for 2021-22 to 2025-26 attested by a Group A officer, cadre clearance, integrity certificate in Annexure-III and a statement of major or minor penalties for the last ten years
- 5Send the duly filled original application through proper channel to reach the Under Secretary (DRT), Department of Financial Services, 3rd Floor Jeevan Deep Building, Sansad Marg, New Delhi-110001 by 5:00 PM on the last date
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Bio-data in the proforma at Annexure-I with a signed photograph
•Certificate from the employer/head of office/forwarding authority in Annexure-II
•Attested photocopies of the CR/APAR dossier for 2021-22 to 2025-26
•Cadre clearance
•Integrity certificate in Annexure-III
•Statement of major or minor penalties imposed during the last ten years
Important Details
- A vacancy circular No. 07/19/2025-DRT dated 25.10.2025 was issued earlier for the same posts at Allahabad and Kolkata; candidates who applied against it must apply afresh as the previous applications will not be considered.
- A serving Judge of the Supreme Court or a High Court, or a serving member of an organised service, must either resign or obtain voluntary retirement from the parent service before joining the Tribunal.
- A Chairperson, upon selection, may be posted at any place of vacancy, including unforeseen vacancies arising till 31.12.2026.
- No TA/DA is admissible for the personal interaction.
- Incomplete applications or applications received after the due date will not be entertained, and the Department is not responsible for postal delay or loss.
- The last date of receipt of applications is the crucial date for ascertaining eligibility.
Undertaking in the Application
- The candidate shall not withdraw candidature after the meeting of the Selection Committee
- The candidate shall not decline the appointment if selected
- The candidate shall join within 30 days from the date of issue of the order of appointment
- Violation of these conditions may lead to debarment for three years from consideration for appointment outside the cadre and in any autonomous, statutory or regulatory body
Preference for Place of Posting
The proforma at Annexure-I requires the candidate to state a first and second preference for the place of posting.
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