IIM Jammu CAO Recruitment 2026: Chief Administrative Officer Vacancy, Pay Level 12

Table of Contents

1. IIM Jammu CAO Recruitment 2026 Overview
2. Vacancy and Pay Scale
3. Educational Qualification and Experience
4. Age Limit
5. Application Fee
6. Important Dates
7. Selection Process
8. How to Apply for the CAO Post
9. Important Links
10. Frequently Asked Questions
11. Disclaimer
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✓ Last verified on 11 November 2026 from official notification

The Indian Institute of Management Jammu has advertised a senior administrative opening. IIM Jammu CAO Recruitment 2026 is for one post of Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) on a regular or contract basis, in Pay Level 12 (Rs 78,800 to Rs 2,09,200). The advertisement number is IIMJ/Advt/Non-Faculty-Rect/2026/04 dated 11 November 2026, and the last date to apply is 10 December 2026.

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IIM Jammu CAO Recruitment 2026 Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization Name	Indian Institute of Management Jammu (IIM Jammu)
Post Name	Chief Administrative Officer (CAO)
Advertisement / Notification Number	IIMJ/Advt/Non-Faculty-Rect/2026/04, dated 11 November 2026
Total Vacancies	1 (UR), Regular/Contract
Job Location	IIM Jammu, Jagti, Jammu
Application Mode	Online, plus hard copy by post
Official Website	www.iimj.ac.in
Apply Start Date	Not Mentioned in Official Notification
Last Date to Apply	10 December 2026

Vacancy and Pay Scale

Post Name	Vacancies	Pay Scale / Salary
Chief Administrative Officer	1 (UR)	Level 12: Rs 78,800 to Rs 2,09,200, entry pay Rs 78,800, plus allowances as admissible to Central Government employees

Educational Qualification and Experience

Post Name	Required Qualification	Additional Requirement / Experience
Chief Administrative Officer	Post-graduate degree in any discipline with at least Second Class (55% marks), preferably with a PG Diploma in Management from a reputed University/Institute OR an engineering graduate with a PG Diploma in Management	At least 15 years of post-qualification experience in heading the administration of a government department or a reputed management institute, university, college or commercial organisation, including at least 10 years at Senior Administrative Officer level. Experience in IIMs, IITs, IISERs and similar institutions is preferred. Essential: excellent oral and written English, man-management and interpersonal skills. Desirable: computer operations (MS Windows, MS Office) and Internet.

Age Limit

Particulars	Details
Minimum Age	Not Mentioned in Official Notification
Maximum Age	55 years
Age Calculation Date	The advertisement states the cut-off may be the first day of the month in which it is published
Age Relaxation	Up to 5 years for retired senior officers from Central/State Government, Defence, PSUs, IIMs, IITs, IISERs and government universities. SC/ST/NC-OBC/DAP/Ex-Servicemen get relaxation as per Central Government rules, with proof at interview.

Candidates who applied for the same post in the last year and were not shortlisted, or who appeared in the interview, are not eligible. Those shortlisted but not interviewed may apply.

Application Fee

Category	Application Fee	Payment Mode
All candidates except SC/ST/DAP	Rs 590 (non-refundable)	Online payment only
SC / ST / DAP	Nil	Not applicable

Important Dates

Event	Date
Advertisement Date	11 November 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	10 December 2026 (5:00 PM)
Hard Copy Submission	Within 3 days after the last date

Selection Process

Selection is through a personal interview only, which may be held online or offline as decided by the administration. If a written test is held, it is offline. Only shortlisted candidates are contacted, and outstation interviewees get II-AC railway fare on proof. A retired selectee gets consolidated pay (last pay drawn minus pension) on an initial 3-year contract, extendable yearly up to age 62.

How to Apply for the CAO Post

1. Read the web advertisement on the official IIM Jammu website and confirm your eligibility.
2. Open the online application portal and fill in the form before 10 December 2026.
3. Pay the Rs 590 fee online, if you are not exempted.
4. Print the filled form and attach supporting documents.
5. Send it by Speed Post or Courier to “CAO Office, IIM Jammu Jagti, Jammu 181221” within 3 days after the last date, with “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF CAO” written on the envelope. Candidature counts only after the hard copy arrives.
6. Government and PSU employees must apply through proper channel, with self-attested documents, on or before the closing date.

Important Links

Link	URL
Official Notification	Read Web Advertisement
Apply Online Link	Apply Online
Official Website	www.iimj.ac.in

Frequently Asked Questions

How many CAO posts are vacant at IIM Jammu?

One post is advertised, for the unreserved category.

What is the last date to apply?

The last date is 10 December 2026.

What is the pay for this post?

Pay Level 12, Rs 78,800 to Rs 2,09,200, plus allowances.

What is the application fee?

Rs 590, paid online. SC, ST and DAP candidates pay nothing.

What is the upper age limit?

55 years, with relaxation for specified categories.

Is the hard copy of the application compulsory?

Yes. The printed application with documents must reach the CAO Office within 3 days after the last date, and candidature counts only after it arrives.

How is the selection done?

Through a personal interview of shortlisted candidates.

Disclaimer

Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. The information in this article is prepared for quick reference only. For complete and updated details, including eligibility conditions, reservation rules, and application instructions, please visit the official website or read the official notification.

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