ECGC Ltd., wholly owned by the Government of India, acts as a guardian for Indian exporters. By providing credit risk insurance and related services, it shields businesses from the uncertainties of the international market, fueling the nation’s economic engine.
As a Probationary Officer, you will be inducted into the Executive Officer cadre, a role that is both challenging and rewarding. You will be the face of an organization that enables Indian products to reach every corner of the world. The selection process is a rigorous merit-based system designed to identify the most capable and driven individuals.
Important Dates
Application Timeline
- Publication of Detailed Advertisement: On or Before 10.11.2025
- Online Registration Period: 11.11.2025 to 02.12.2025
- Edit/Modification Window: 06.12.2025 to 07.12.2025
Examination & Training Dates
- Pre-Examination Training: 15.12.2025 onwards
- Call Letter Download: First week of January 2026 onwards
- Online Examination: 11.01.2026 (02:00 p.m. to 05:00 p.m.)
Vacancy Breakdown
ECGC has announced a total of 30 vacancies for the post of Probationary Officer, with a clear bifurcation between generalist and specialist roles.
- Probationary Officer (Generalist): 28 Posts
- Probationary Officer (Specialist – Rajbhasha/Hindi): 2 Posts
The reservation matrix is as follows, with vacancies subject to change:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 05 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 00 |
| OBC (Other Backward Classes) | 10 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 03 |
| UR (Unreserved) | 12 |
Pay Scale & Lucrative Perks
This is where the ECGC PO role truly shines. The compensation package is designed to attract and retain the best talent.
- Pay Scale: You will be placed in the scale of ₹ 88,635 – 4385(14) – 150,025 – 4750(4) – 169,025. This structured progression ensures steady financial growth.
- Cost to Company (CTC): The current CTC for a Probationary Officer posted in Mumbai is a compelling approximately ₹20,00,000 (Twenty Lakh Rupees) per annum.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Beyond the basic pay, you are entitled to a suite of allowances including:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) / House Lease Reimbursement
- Transport Allowance, Medical Allowance, Newspaper Allowance
- Meal Coupons, Mobile Bill Reimbursement
- Mobile Handset, Briefcase, and Furniture Allowance
- Household Help Allowance
This holistic package ensures a high quality of life and financial well-being.
The Eligibility Blueprint: Who Can Apply?
Before you embark on this journey, ensure you meet the following criteria:
1. Nationality:
The applicant must be an Indian citizen, or a citizen of Nepal or Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee who arrived in India before January 1, 1962, with the intention of settling here permanently. Candidates from other categories must possess a certificate of eligibility from the Government of India.
2. Age Limit (as on 01.11.2025):
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- You must have been born between: November 2, 1995, and November 1, 2004 (both dates inclusive).
Age Relaxation is available for:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: 5 years
3. Educational Qualification (as on 01.11.2025):
- For Generalist Posts: A Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- For Specialist (Rajbhasha) Posts: A Master’s degree in Hindi/Hindi Translation or English (with the other language in graduation) or related combinations with a minimum of 60% marks (55% for SC/ST).
The Conquest: The Two-Stage Selection Process
Securing this position requires clearing two challenging hurdles.
Stage 1: The Online Examination
This is a computer-based test comprising two segments:
- A. Objective Test (Multiple Choice – 200 Marks):
- For Generalists: Tests on Reasoning, English Language, Computer Knowledge, General Awareness, and Quantitative Aptitude (140 minutes).
- For Specialists: Tests on Reasoning, English, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, and Professional Knowledge (140 minutes).
- Beware: There is a penalty for wrong answers. A penalty of 0.25 marks will be applied for each incorrect answer in the examination.
- B. Descriptive Test (40 Marks):
- For Generalists: Essay and Precis Writing in English.
- For Specialists: Essay in English and a Translation exercise.
Candidates must clear both the sectional and overall cut-offs in the objective test to have their descriptive paper evaluated.
Stage 2: The Personal Interview
Candidates shortlisted from the online examination will be called for an interview in Delhi or Mumbai. The final merit list is prepared by combining the scores from the Online Examination and the Interview.
The Application Roadmap: How to Apply
Carefully follow these steps to complete your application smoothly and without any errors.
1. Key Dates to Circle on Your Calendar:
- Start of Online Application: November 11, 2025
- End of Online Application: December 2, 2025
- Edit/Modification Window: December 6 – 7, 2025
- Tentative Exam Date: January 11, 2026 (2:00 PM to 5:00 PM)
2. Application Fee:
- SC/ST/PwBD Candidates: ₹175 (Intimation Charges only)
- All Other Candidates: ₹950 (Application Fee including intimation charges)
3. Step-by-Step Application Guide:
- Step 1: Visit the official ECGC website:
www.ecgc.in. - Step 2: Navigate to the ‘Career with ECGC’ section and click on the application link.
- Step 3: Register by providing basic details to generate a Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Step 4: Log in and carefully fill out the detailed application form.
- Step 5: Upload scanned copies of your:
- Photograph (passport size)
- Signature
- Left Thumb Impression
- Hand-written Declaration (in English with the specified text)
- Step 6: You can pay the application fee online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI payment options.
- Step 7: Submit the form and take a printout of the final application and e-receipt for your records.
