Central Government Deputation · 2026
MIB CBFC Regional Officer Recruitment 2026 — Deputation Post at Mumbai & Cuttack, Pay Level 12, Apply Within 60 Days
Last Date: Within 60 days from date of publication in Employment News (30 May 2026) — Applications must reach through proper channel to the Under Secretary (Films), Ministry of I&B, Shastri Bhavan, New Delhi – 110001. Approximate deadline: 28 July 2026.
📋 Quick Facts — MIB CBFC Regional Officer Recruitment 2026
Organisation
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (MIB), Govt. of India
Recruiting Body
Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC)
Post Name
Regional Officer — CBFC
Post Classification
General Central Service, Group ‘A’, Gazetted, Non-Ministerial
Vacancies (This Edition)
Mumbai — 01 | Cuttack — 01
Recruitment Basis
Deputation (including Short Term Contract)
Pay Scale
Pay Matrix Level 12 (₹78,800 – ₹2,09,200/month)
Age Limit
Maximum 56 Years (as on closing date)
Application Mode
Offline — Through Proper Channel only
Last Date
60 days from 30 May 2026 (approx. 28 July 2026)
Application Fee
None
Official Website
mib.gov.in
📑 What is in this article
The MIB CBFC Regional Officer Recruitment 2026 has been announced by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB), Government of India, for filling up the post of Regional Officer at the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) — one each at Mumbai and Cuttack — on a deputation basis.
This is a Group ‘A’ Gazetted post at Pay Matrix Level 12 and is open only to serving officers of the Indian Administrative Service or Central Service Group ‘A’ who are eligible for appointment as Deputy Secretary to the Government of India. It is not open to fresh candidates or the general public.
If you are an eligible serving government officer looking for a high-profile deputation posting in Mumbai or Cuttack, at the heart of India’s film certification process, this is a significant career opportunity. Applications must reach the Ministry through proper channel within 60 days of publication in Employment News (30 May 2026).
1. What is CBFC and What Does a Regional Officer Do?
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) is a statutory body under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India. It is responsible for regulating the public exhibition of films under the provisions of the Cinematograph Act, 1952. Commonly known as the Censor Board, the CBFC certifies films for public exhibition and examines content across all formats — feature films, short films, documentaries, and trailers.
The CBFC has its headquarters in Mumbai and regional offices across India including Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Cuttack, Thiruvananthapuram, and Guwahati. A Regional Officer heads the regional office and is responsible for the overall administration, film examination processes, and day-to-day functioning of the regional CBFC centre.
- Oversee the examination and certification of films at the regional CBFC office
- Manage administrative, financial, and establishment functions of the regional office
- Coordinate with filmmakers, producers, and the Ministry of I&B
- Ensure compliance with the Cinematograph Act and CBFC guidelines
- Handle vigilance, staff management, and grievance redressal at the regional level
Official Website: Download the full vacancy circular and prescribed application format (Annexure-II) from mib.gov.in → Recruitment / Vacancy Circular section.
2. Post Details and Place of Posting
As per the Employment News 30 May – 5 June 2026 notification, two Regional Officer posts are being filled through this advertisement:
🎬 Mumbai (CBFC HQ)
01 Post — Regional Officer
📖 Language Required: Hindi + Marathi
CBFC Headquarters — India’s film industry capital
🎬 Cuttack (Regional Office)
01 Post — Regional Officer
📖 Language Required: Hindi + Odia
CBFC Regional Office — Odisha region
Note on Other CBFC Locations: The MIB has also been filling Regional Officer posts at other CBFC centres including Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru under separate/earlier circulars. The current Employment News notification specifically covers Mumbai and Cuttack. Check mib.gov.in for the latest status of all CBFC regional vacancies.
3. Pay Scale and Salary
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Matrix Level | Level 12 as per 7th CPC |
| Pay Range | ₹78,800 – ₹2,09,200 per month (basic pay) |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | As per Government of India rates, revised quarterly |
| HRA | As per city classification (Mumbai — highest HRA slab) |
| Transport Allowance | As per 7th Pay Commission rules |
| Pay on Deputation | Officer may draw pay in the pay scale of the post held on regular basis in the parent cadre/department OR be placed at the minimum of the pay scale of the deputation post — whichever is more beneficial as per DoPT rules |
| Other Benefits | CGHS, LTC, Pension (as per parent service rules) |
Mumbai HRA Advantage: Officers posted at CBFC Mumbai benefit from the highest HRA slab applicable to metro cities, significantly increasing the overall monthly emoluments. Combined with DA and transport allowance, the gross pay at Level 12 entry in Mumbai is comfortably above ₹1.2 lakh per month.
4. Eligibility Criteria for Deputation
Important: This is a deputation post exclusively for serving government officers. Private candidates, fresh graduates, and retired officers are NOT eligible. The post is not open to the general public.
Eligible officers must satisfy all of the following conditions:
Service Eligibility
- Officers of the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), OR
- Officers of Central Service Group ‘A’ who are eligible for appointment as Deputy Secretary to the Government of India
Essential Qualifications
| Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| (a) Educational Qualification | Degree from a recognised University or equivalent |
| (b) Language — Mumbai Post | Sound knowledge of Hindi and Marathi |
| (b) Language — Cuttack Post | Sound knowledge of Hindi and Odia |
| (c) Cultural Knowledge | Sound knowledge of Indian history and culture |
| (d) Administrative Experience | Minimum 10 years of administrative or managerial experience in a responsible capacity |
Qualifications are Relaxable: The prescribed qualifications may be relaxed at the discretion of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) in cases of candidates otherwise well qualified. However, candidates must still meet the core service eligibility of being a Group ‘A’ officer eligible as Deputy Secretary.
5. Age Limit
| Condition | Limit |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age for Appointment on Deputation | 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications |
| Minimum Age | No minimum age specified — determined by service eligibility |
| Note | Officers who will reach 56 years of age before the closing date are not eligible. This is a standard Government of India norm for deputation appointments. |
6. Period of Deputation
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Initial Period | Deputation period shall ordinarily not exceed 3 years |
| Maximum Period | Including any previous deputation in ex-cadre posts immediately preceding this appointment in the same or other organisations, shall not exceed 3 years (extendable as per DoPT guidelines) |
| Regulated by | DoPT’s O.M. No. 6/8/2009-Estt. (Pay II) dated 17.06.2010 and subsequent amendments |
| Immediate Relief | The selected officer will be relieved immediately if selected. The applicant shall not be permitted to withdraw candidature subsequently. |
7. Documents Required with Application
The complete application, forwarded through proper channel, must be accompanied by the following:
- Completed application in the prescribed proforma (Annexure-II) — download from mib.gov.in
- Up-to-date APAR dossier for the last 5 years — all photostat copies of APARs duly attested by an officer not below the rank of Under Secretary
- Vigilance Clearance Certificate — from the parent cadre/department
- Integrity Certificate — from the competent authority
- Cadre Clearance Certificate — from the Cadre Controlling Authority
- Statement indicating whether any minor/major penalty has been imposed on the officer during the last 10 years
- Attested photocopies of educational certificates, service records, and date of joining slip for current post
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from parent department/cadre controlling authority
- A certificate from the Head of Office/Department that no disciplinary/vigilance case is pending or contemplated against the officer
Critical: Applications received without the APAR dossier, Vigilance Clearance, Integrity Certificate, or Cadre Clearance will be treated as incomplete and will NOT be considered. Ensure all mandatory documents are attached before forwarding through proper channel.
8. How to Apply
This is a strictly offline, through-proper-channel only application process. There is no online portal and no direct application by officers without routing through their parent department.
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Download Official Notification and Proforma
Visit mib.gov.in and download the complete vacancy circular for the CBFC Regional Officer post (Mumbai and Cuttack). Also download the prescribed application proforma — Annexure-II. -
Fill the Application in the Prescribed Format
Complete the application proforma carefully with all required details — service particulars, educational qualifications, administrative experience, pay details, and personal information. -
Collect All Required Documents
Gather your last 5 years APAR dossier (attested), Vigilance Clearance, Integrity Certificate, Cadre Clearance, penalty statement, and all other mandatory enclosures as listed above. -
Forward Through Proper Channel
Submit the complete application to your Head of Office / Cadre Controlling Authority. The Head of Office must forward it through proper channel with the required certificates and endorsements. -
Application Must Reach Ministry Within 60 Days
The complete application package must reach the Under Secretary (Films) at the Ministry of I&B address below within 60 days of publication in Employment News (30 May 2026) — i.e., by approximately 28 July 2026.
📬 Address to Send Application
Under Secretary (Films)
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
‘A’ Wing, Shastri Bhavan
New Delhi – 110001
Official Website: www.mib.gov.in
CBFC Website: www.cbfcindia.gov.in
🔗 Download Vacancy Circular — Official MIB Website
Download the complete official vacancy circular, eligibility details, and prescribed application proforma (Annexure-II) from the official MIB website. Applications must be submitted through proper channel only.
Visit mib.gov.in for Full Notification →Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for MIB CBFC Regional Officer Recruitment 2026?
This post is open only to serving officers of the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) or Central Service Group ‘A’ who are eligible for appointment as Deputy Secretary to the Government of India. The officer must also have a degree from a recognised university, sound knowledge of Hindi and the relevant regional language (Marathi for Mumbai, Odia for Cuttack), knowledge of Indian history and culture, and minimum 10 years of administrative or managerial experience.
What is the pay scale for CBFC Regional Officer 2026?
The post carries Pay Matrix Level 12 as per the 7th Central Pay Commission, with a basic pay range of ₹78,800 to ₹2,09,200 per month. In addition, the officer receives DA, HRA (at metro city rates for Mumbai), transport allowance, and other admissible government allowances as per the parent service rules.
What is the last date to apply for CBFC Regional Officer 2026?
The last date is within 60 days from the date of publication in Employment News, which is 30 May 2026. This makes the approximate last date 28 July 2026. However, since applications must be forwarded through proper channel (Head of Office), you should submit to your parent department well in advance of this date. Always confirm the exact last date from the official notification on mib.gov.in.
Can a retired officer or private candidate apply for this post?
No. This recruitment is strictly on a deputation basis for currently serving central government officers. Retired officers, private candidates, fresh graduates, and state government officers (unless eligible as per the notification conditions) are not eligible to apply.
What is the tenure of deputation for CBFC Regional Officer?
The period of deputation shall ordinarily not exceed 3 years. This includes any period of deputation in an ex-cadre post immediately preceding this appointment in the same or another organisation or department of the Central Government. The tenure is regulated as per DoPT’s OM No. 6/8/2009-Estt. (Pay II) dated 17.06.2010.
What language is required for the CBFC Mumbai Regional Officer post?
For the Mumbai post, the officer must have sound knowledge of Hindi and Marathi. For the Cuttack post, the requirement is sound knowledge of Hindi and Odia. The regional language requirement reflects the local film industry and administration requirements at each CBFC office.
What documents are mandatory for the CBFC Regional Officer application?
The mandatory documents are: completed application in Annexure-II proforma, APAR dossier for last 5 years (attested), Vigilance Clearance Certificate, Integrity Certificate, Cadre Clearance Certificate, statement on minor/major penalties in the last 10 years, and a certificate that no disciplinary case is pending. Applications without any of these will be rejected as incomplete.
Disclaimer: All information in this article is sourced from the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting official notification No. M-11011/7/2023-DO(FC) as published in Employment News 30 May – 5 June 2026 and verified from publicly available official sources at mib.gov.in. PSU Jobs India is not the recruiting authority. Always verify all details at www.mib.gov.in before applying. Details are subject to change as per the official notification and corrigendum.