UIDAI Recruitment 2026 has officially started, inviting applications for the posts of Section Officer and Assistant Section Officer at their Head Office in New Delhi. This recruitment is specifically for eligible officers currently working in the Central Government, State Government, PSUs, or Autonomous Organizations on a deputation basis (Foreign Service terms). Interested candidates cannot apply online; instead, they must send their filled application form along with necessary service documents through the proper channel (their current department). This is a great opportunity for government employees looking to work with the Aadhaar authority. Make sure to check if you meet the experience criteria before the closing date in March 2026.
Essential: Officers from Central Govt holding analogous posts OR having 3 years regular service in Pay Matrix Level 7 OR 5 years in Level 6. Also Eligible: Officers from State/UT Govt, PSUs, or Autonomous Orgs in corresponding grades. Desirable: Experience in Admin, Legal, HR, Finance, Procurement, etc.
Assistant Section Officer (ASO)
Essential: Officers from Central Govt holding analogous posts OR 3 years service in Level 5 OR 5 years in Level 4 OR 7 years in Level 3. Also Eligible: Officers from State/UT Govt, PSUs, or Autonomous Orgs in corresponding grades. Desirable: Computer skills and Admin/HR/Finance experience.
Note
Private candidates (freshers) are not eligible. Applicants must be current Govt/PSU employees with at least 5 years of service.
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
Category
Vacancy Count
All Categories
Vacancies are filled on a deputation basis, so standard caste-based reservation charts (SC/ST/OBC) do not apply in the same way as direct recruitment. Selection is based on merit and service record.
State-Wise Vacancy Details
Location
Eligibility
New Delhi (Head Office)
This is an All India level recruitment. Officers working in any State Government, UT, or Central Department across India can apply if they meet the pay level criteria.
Important Documents Required
Document Name
Description
Application Form
Annexure I (Proforma included in notification)
Cadre Clearance
Certificate from the Cadre Controlling Authority
ACRs / APARs
Photocopies for the last 5 years (attested on each page by Under Secretary rank officer)
Integrity Certificate
Verification that the officer has high integrity
Vigilance Clearance
Proof that no vigilance case is pending
Statement of Penalty
Major/Minor penalty statement for the last 10 years
UIDAI Recruitment 2026 Syllabus Overview
Subject
Topics
Syllabus
There is no written exam syllabus. Selection is based on the Bio-data and Service Record of the officer.
Exam Pattern
Type
Details
Mode of Selection
Deputation (Review of Application & Documents)
Written Exam
None
Interview
UIDAI may conduct an interaction/interview if required, but primarily based on service records.
Selection Process
Stage
Details
Step 1
Scrutiny of Application and Bio-data.
Step 2
Verification of Service Records (ACRs/APARs).
Step 3
Selection by the Competent Authority based on experience and fit for the role.
UIDAI Recruitment 2026 Salary Details
Post Name
Pay Matrix Level
Pay Scale
Section Officer
Level-8
₹ 47,600 – ₹ 1,51,100
Assistant Section Officer
Level-6
₹ 35,400 – ₹ 1,12,400
Allowances
As per UIDAI regulations (Deputation allowance may apply if eligible).
How to Apply
Step
Action
Step 1
Download the Notification PDF and print the Application Form (Annexure I).
Step 2
Fill in the application form with your details (Name, Service, Experience).
Step 3
Gather your documents: Attested ACRs/APARs (last 5 years), Cadre Clearance, and Vigilance Clearance.
Step 4
Submit these documents to your Parent Department/Cadre Controlling Authority.
Step 5
Your department must forward the application with an endorsement (Annexure II).
Step 6
The forwarded application must reach UIDAI by the deadline (23 March for ASO / 25 March for SO).
Step 7
Address: Director (HR), Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), 4th Floor, Bangla Sahib Road, Behind Kali Mandir, Gole Market, New Delhi-110 001.
Who is eligible to apply for UIDAI Recruitment 2026?
This recruitment is strictly for officers currently working in the Central Government, State Government, UTs, PSUs, or Autonomous Organizations on a deputation basis. Private sector employees or freshers are not eligible to apply.
What is the last date to apply for UIDAI SO and ASO posts?
The closing date for the Assistant Section Officer (ASO) post is 23rd March 2026, and the deadline for the Section Officer (SO) post is 25th March 2026.
How can I apply for the UIDAI Section Officer recruitment?
The application process is offline. Eligible candidates must fill out the prescribed application form (Annexure I) and submit it through their Parent Department or Cadre Controlling Authority to the UIDAI Head Office in New Delhi.
What is the maximum age limit for these posts?
The maximum age limit for applying to UIDAI recruitment on a deputation basis is below 56 years as of the closing date of the application.
What is the salary for Section Officer and ASO in UIDAI?
Section Officers are placed in Pay Matrix Level-8 (₹ 47,600 – ₹ 1,51,100), while Assistant Section Officers are in Pay Matrix Level-6 (₹ 35,400 – ₹ 1,12,400), plus applicable allowances.
What is the selection process for UIDAI Recruitment 2026?
There is no written examination. Selection is based on the scrutiny of applications, verification of service records (ACRs/APARs), and a potential interaction or interview by the competent authority.
Is there any application fee for UIDAI recruitment?
No, there is no application fee for any category (General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, or PH) for this recruitment process.
