The Social Welfare & Social Education Department Tripura has invited applications for the post of State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, Tripura, with a single vacancy on offer. The post is a statutory appointment under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities framework, and the selected candidate will work towards the protection of rights and welfare of persons with disabilities across the state. Appointment is made by the State Government on the recommendation of a Search-cum-Selection Committee, and the role carries the pay and status of a Secretary to the State Government.
SWSE Tripura State Commissioner Recruitment 2026
Posted 12 Oct 2026Updated 12 Oct 2026F.85(204)-SW/DC/2026/6264
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
05 Nov
18 days left
Apply Mode
Both
Full Time
Status
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Recruitment status
Applications open
Last date 05 Nov 2026 · 18 days left
- Notification12 Oct
- Applications Open12 Oct
About SWSE Tripura State Commissioner Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Social Welfare & Social Education Department Tripura
- Advertisement No.
- F.85(204)-SW/DC/2026/6264
- Post Name
- State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, Tripura
- Job Location
- Agartala, Tripura
- Job Type
- Full Time
- Age Limit
- Up to 56 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- At least 20 years experience in a Group 'A' level or equivalent post in the Central Government or State Government; or in Public Sector Undertakings, Semi-Government or Autonomous Bodies dealing with disability-related matters or social sector; or as a senior-level functionary in a registered State, National or International level voluntary organization working in the field of disability or social development.
- Tenure
- 3 years from the date of assuming office, or until attaining the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier; maximum of two terms
Vacancy Breakdown
State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, Tripura
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, Tripura | 1 |
Eligibility Details
State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, Tripura - Qualification and Experience
Essential: Graduate from a recognized University. Desirable: Recognized Degree or Diploma in Social Work, Law, Management, Human Rights, Rehabilitation or Education of Persons with Disabilities. Experience: At least 20 years experience in a Group 'A' level or equivalent post in the Central Government or State Government; or in Public Sector Undertakings, Semi-Government or Autonomous Bodies dealing with disability-related matters or social sector; or as a senior-level functionary in a registered State or National or International level voluntary organization working in the field of disability or social development.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, Tripura - Qualification and Experience | Essential: Graduate from a recognized University. Desirable: Recognized Degree or Diploma in Social Work, Law, Management, Human Rights, Rehabilitation or Education of Persons with Disabilities. Experience: At least 20 years experience in a Group 'A' level or equivalent post in the Central Government or State Government; or in Public Sector Undertakings, Semi-Government or Autonomous Bodies dealing with disability-related matters or social sector; or as a senior-level functionary in a registered State or National or International level voluntary organization working in the field of disability or social development. |
Age Limit
Must not have attained the age of 56 years as on 1st January of the year in which the last date for receipt of applications occurs
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting by Search-cum-Selection Committee
The State Government reserves the right to shortlist candidates and adopt the procedure it considers appropriate for selection.
- 2Recommendation of a panel of 3 candidates
The Search-cum-Selection Committee recommends a panel of 03 suitable candidates, which may include applicants as well as other willing eligible persons in Central or State Government employment.
- 3Final selection and appointment by the State Government
The State Government has the final authority regarding selection and appointment.
Salary Structure
Salary and allowances as admissible to a Secretary to the State Government. For a retired Government Servant or a retired employee of an institution or autonomous body funded by the Central or State Government who is in receipt of pension, the salary is reduced by the amount of pension and the commuted portion of the pension.
How to Apply
- 1Prepare the application on plain paper mentioning name, father's/mother's/spouse's name, date of birth, present and permanent address, contact number and email ID, educational qualifications, professional and administrative experience, experience in disability rehabilitation or empowerment, present or last post held, NOC status and a brief statement of suitability
- 2Attach self-attested copies of certificates and documents in support of age, educational qualification, experience and other claims made in the application
- 3Send the completed application by post to the Directorate of Social Welfare & Social Education, Government of Tripura, Ujan Abhoynagar, Agartala, Tripura - 799005 so that it reaches by 05 November 2026 during office hours
- 4Or email the application to [email protected] by 06:00 PM on 05 November 2026
- 5Superscribe the envelope with 'APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF STATE COMMISSIONER FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES, TRIPURA'
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Self-attested copies of certificates and documents in support of age
•Educational qualification
•Experience and other claims made in the application
•No Objection Certificate from the present employer
•Department or organization
Important Details
- A candidate must possess special knowledge or practical experience in matters relating to rehabilitation of persons with disabilities.
- Candidates must satisfy all eligibility conditions prescribed under Rule 21 of the Tripura Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2018 as on the last date of submission of application.
- Applications received after the prescribed last date or found incomplete will not be considered, and no correspondence is entertained regarding acceptance or rejection of an application.
General Conditions
- Mere submission of an application shall not confer any right upon the applicant for appointment
- The panel recommended by the Search-cum-Selection Committee may consist of persons from amongst those who applied in response to the advertisement as well as other willing eligible persons in the employment of the Central or State Government
- The State Government reserves the right to cancel, modify or extend the advertisement or selection process if it considers necessary
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Can retired government employees apply for this post?
Yes. Retired Government Servants or retired employees of any institution or autonomous body funded by the Central or State Government can apply, subject to the upper age limit of 65 years and the rule that the pension and its commuted portion are deducted from the salary.
Is the appointment permanent?
No. The State Commissioner is appointed on a full-time basis for three years from the date of assuming office, or until attaining the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier, and may serve a maximum of two terms.
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