SPMCIL Chief General Manager Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline

Security Printing and Minting Corporation of India Limited; New Delhi; On-site; INR 120,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Security Printing and Minting Corporation of India Limited (SPMCIL) invites applications for Chief General Manager on deputation, initially for 3 years. The post offers Pay level 14 of the Matrix (7th CPC) or IDA Rs.1,20,000-2,80,000 for PSU executives, with eligibility through three routes.

Last date to apply is 16 November 2026. Posting can be across SPMCIL units or the Corporate Office, with interview-based shortlisting and DoPT/DPE rules guiding fixation and benefits.

Qualifications

• First class B.Tech /B.E. in Electrical/ Mechanical / Metallurgical /Electronic Engineering/ Printing Technology/ Chemical Engineering/ Pulp and Paper Technology from a recognized University.
• Three alternative routes of eligibility: (a) Govt. officers at Pay level 14 in matrix / IDA Rs.1,20,000-2,80,000, (b) Govt. officers with 3 years at Pay level 13, (c) PSU executives with 20 years post-qualification experience including 2 years at E-7 in IDA.

Responsibilities

• Head the Units and report to the Directors and CMD.
• Ensure workplace efficiency, optimal use of resources, and achievement of production and sales targets.
• Posting and transfer across SPMCIL units and HQ as required by priority and function.

Education

First class B.Tech /B.E. in Electrical/ Mechanical / Metallurgical /Electronic Engineering/ Printing Technology/ Chemical Engineering/ Pulp and Paper Technology

Job description

COMPANY NAME Security Printing and Minting Corporation of India Limited

Security Printing and Minting Corporation of India Ltd. (SPMCIL), under the administrative control of the Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance, is filling 4 posts of Chief General Manager (Level E-8) on deputation basis, initially for a period of 3 years. The pay is Pay level 14 of the Matrix as per the 7th CPC, or Rs.1,20,000-2,80,000/- (IDA) for PSU Executives or equivalent. Officers and executives working in Government, PSUs, Autonomous Bodies and Statutory Bodies can apply under Advt.No. 06/2026. They must use the Annexure-I proforma, and the application must be forwarded by their Competent Authority. It must reach New Delhi by registered/speed post by 16 November 2026.

Particulars

Details

Organisation Security Printing and Minting Corporation of India Ltd. (SPMCIL)

Advertisement No. 06/2026

Post Chief General Manager (on deputation basis), Level E-8

Vacancies 4 (Four)

Pay Pay level 14 (7th CPC), or Rs. 1,20,000 to Rs. 2,80,000 (IDA) for PSU Executives or equivalent

Contract Term Deputation, initially for 3 years (further extension as per Govt. of India Rules)

Experience Required Analogous post in Pay level 14 / IDA Rs.1,20,000-2,80,000, or one of the two alternative routes listed below

Maximum Age 56 years (as on 16.11.2026)

Job Location Any Unit or the Corporate Office of SPMCIL

Last Date 16.11.2026 (application must reach by this date)

Selection Interview of shortlisted candidates, and any other selection criteria as deemed fit by the Management

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

About SPMCIL

SPMCIL is a Schedule 'A' Mini-ratna Category-I Central Public Sector Enterprise wholly owned by the Government of India. It started functioning as a corporatized entity with effect from 13 January 2006. It designs and manufactures security papers and prints currency and bank notes, passports, non-judicial stamp papers and postage stamps, and it also mints coins. Its registered and corporate office is at 3rd Floor, Tower- G, World Trade Centre, Nauroji Nagar, New Delhi- 110029. Its operational units are four Mints at Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad and Noida, four Currency / Security Presses at Nashik, Dewas and Hyderabad, and a Paper Manufacturing Mill at Narmadapuram.

Who Can Apply

The post is open to Officers/ Executives working in the Govt./PSUs/ Autonomous Bodies/ Statutory Bodies, for appointment as CGM in SPMCIL on deputation basis.

Educational Qualification

• First class B.Tech /B.E. in Electrical/ Mechanical / Metallurgical /Electronic Engineering/ Printing Technology/ Chemical Engineering/ Pulp and Paper Technology from a recognized University.

Experience (any one of the following)

• Govt. Officers holding analogous post on regular basis in Pay level 14 in pay matrix revised as per 7th Pay Commission, and PSU Executives in IDA pay scale of Rs.1,20,000-2,80,000/- (revised as per 3rd PRC); OR
• Officers with 3 years of regular service in the Govt. in pay level 13 in pay matrix as per 7th CPC; OR
• PSU executives having 20 years of post-qualification experience, out of which 2 years regular service at E-7 level in the IDA pay scale of Rs.1,00,000-2,60,000/-.

Age Limit

The maximum age is 56 years as on 16 November 2026. Age is reckoned as on 16 November 2026. The notice does not mention any age relaxation.

For the discipline-specific eligibility of the post, candidates should check the official notification.

• Level and pay: E-8. Pay level 14 of the Matrix as per the 7th CPC, OR Rs.1,20,000-2,80,000/- (IDA) for PSU Executives or equivalent.
• Pay fixation and benefits: The pay fixation and other benefits of the selected candidates will be regulated as per the prevalent rules of DoPT/ DPE. The notice does not list any separate allowances.
• Nature and term: Deputation basis, initially for a period of 3 years, with further extension as per Govt. of India Rules.
• Posting and transfer: Chief General Managers are liable for transfer all over SPMCIL units and HQ, depending on the operational priority and functional requirement. The selected candidate is liable to be posted in any of the Units or the Corporate Office of SPMCIL as per requirement.
• Panel: The panel is formed to keep a bench strength of Unit/ Technical Heads available in SPMCIL.

SPMCIL Chief General Manager Job Description

• Chief General Managers head the Units and report to the Directors and CMD.
• The Units are accountable for work-place efficiency, for making the best use of available resources, and for meeting the production and sales targets set in the MOU commitment with the Government.

An advance copy of the application from an eligible candidate will be considered only if it is duly forwarded by the Cadre Controlling Authority before the interview. If it is not, the candidate will not be allowed to appear in the interview.

Documents named in the notice

• Application in the Annexure-I proforma, with a passport size photo
• Self-attested copies of certificates for educational qualification, age and experience
• Annexure-II certificate from the Cadre Controlling Authority. It certifies that the particulars have been checked and found correct, that the candidate is eligible, that no vigilance case is pending, that the officer's integrity is beyond doubt, that no Major/Minor penalties have been imposed in the last ten years, and that the candidate will be spared immediately to join if selected. It is signed with name, designation, office address with seal and telephone number.
• Attested photocopies of the complete and up-to-date Annual Performance Appraisal Report and dossiers for the last 5 years, including 2024-25. The authority forwarding the application provides these.

The Annexure-I form asks for details including: graduation onwards education, experience starting from the latest employment (with pay matrix/IDA scale and duties), the nature and basis of present employment, total emoluments now drawn, any relative working with SPMCIL, computer knowledge, training in the last 5 years, and any pending criminal case or conviction.

Selection Process

Shortlisted candidates will have to undergo an interview and any other selection criteria as deemed fit by the Management. Meeting the job requirements does not by itself entitle a candidate to an interview call. The Management reserves the right to raise the eligibility standard and criteria to restrict or regulate the number of candidates called for interview. It may also call or not call any or all candidates who have applied.

• Candidates called for interview will be reimbursed Air fare in the Economy Class to the place of interview on production of proof of tickets.
• Applications that do not conform to the advertisement and incomplete applications will not be entertained.
• The Management reserves the right to reject any application without assigning any reason. The recruitment process can be cancelled, suspended or terminated without assigning any reason. The Management's decision is final, and no appeal will be entertained.
• No correspondence will be entertained about the outcome of the applications.
• A wrong declaration, false information or any other action contrary to the law will lead to cancellation of the candidature at any stage.
• Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification.
• All disputes and cases related to this recruitment are subject to the jurisdiction of courts at Delhi only.

SPMCIL Advt. No. 06/2026 Notification PDF Full advertisement, with the Annexure-I application form and the Annexure-II certificate

SPMCIL Official Website Security Printing and Minting Corporation of India Ltd.

SPMCIL Chief General Manager Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. How many vacancies are there in SPMCIL Recruitment 2026 for Chief General Manager?

Advt.No. 06/2026 advertises 4 (Four) posts of Chief General Manager, Level E-8, on deputation basis.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for the SPMCIL Chief General Manager post?

The application must reach SPMCIL by registered/speed post by 16 November 2026. Applications received after 16.11.2026 will not be entertained.

Q3. What qualification is required for the SPMCIL Chief General Manager post?

Candidates need a first class B.Tech/B.E. in Electrical, Mechanical, Metallurgical or Electronic Engineering, Printing Technology, Chemical Engineering, or Pulp and Paper Technology from a recognized University. They also need one of the three experience routes printed in the notice.

Q4. What is the age limit for the SPMCIL Chief General Manager post?

The maximum age is 56 years as on 16 November 2026.

Q5. What is the salary of the SPMCIL Chief General Manager?

The post carries Pay level 14 of the Matrix as per the 7th CPC, or Rs.1,20,000-2,80,000/- (IDA) for PSU Executives or equivalent. Pay fixation and other benefits are regulated as per the prevalent rules of DoPT/DPE.

Q6. How do I apply for the SPMCIL Chief General Manager post?

Fill in the Annexure-I proforma and attach self-attested certificates. Have it forwarded by your Competent Authority with the Annexure-II certificate. Send it by registered/speed post to the Joint General Manager (HR), SPMCIL, 3rd Floor, Tower- G, World Trade Centre, Nauroji Nagar, New Delhi-110029.

Q7. What should be written on the envelope?

The outer cover should be marked "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF CHIEF GENERAL MANAGER".

Q8. What is the selection process for the SPMCIL Chief General Manager post?

Shortlisted candidates will have to undergo an interview and any other selection criteria as deemed fit by the Management. The Management may raise the eligibility criteria to limit the number of candidates called for interview.

Q9. Is the SPMCIL Chief General Manager post permanent?

No. The post is on deputation basis, initially for a period of 3 years, with further extension as per Govt. of India Rules.

Q10. Will SPMCIL pay travel costs for the interview?

Yes. Candidates called for interview will be reimbursed Air fare in the Economy Class to the place of interview on production of proof of tickets.