The Society for Applied Microwave Electronics Engineering and Research (SAMEER), an autonomous scientific society under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, has invited applications for the post of Director General. SAMEER, headquartered in Mumbai with centers in Chennai, Kolkata, Visakhapatnam, and Guwahati, is a premier institute engaged in advanced research and development in the fields of RF and microwave systems, radar instrumentation, atmospheric science, photonics, EMI/EMC studies, and allied areas. The Director General will serve as the Chief Executive, leading the organization, overseeing its scientific programs, and managing its administrative and financial responsibilities.
Important Dates
- Date of Advertisement Published: 04 September 2025
- Start Date for Submission of Applications: 04 September 2025
- Last Date for Submission of Applications: 18 October 2025 (45 days from the date of publication in Employment News)
- Last Date for Candidates in Remote Areas: 15 days beyond the closing date
Applicants must ensure their applications reach before the due date. Delay in submission or incomplete applications will not be entertained.
Vacancy Details
- Post Name: Director General
- Organization: SAMEER (Society for Applied Microwave Electronics Engineering and Research)
- Number of Vacancies: 1
- Mode of Recruitment: Direct Recruitment / Absorption / Deputation (including Short-Term Contract)
Application Fees
There is no application fee mentioned for this recruitment. Applicants are only required to submit their completed application form along with the necessary documents.
Eligibility Criteria
For Direct Recruitment
- Educational Qualification:
- Master’s Degree in Engineering/Technology in Electronics, Electricals, Electronics & Communication, Microwave Communication, or RF & Microwave with 22 years of post-qualification experience in RF/Microwave Communications, Millimeter Wave, Opto-Electronics, Photonics, Atmospheric Science, Radar Systems, EMI/EMC, EMP, or Antenna Design.
- OR Ph.D. in any of the above areas with 17 years of post-qualification experience.
- Essential Experience: At least 5 years in a senior management capacity.
- Desirable: Experience in research and development with publications in reputed journals.
For Absorption/Deputation (Including Short-Term Contract)
- Officers of Central Government, State Government, Public Sector Undertakings, or Autonomous Bodies are eligible if they:
- Hold an analogous post on a regular basis, or
- Have 3 years of regular service in Level-13A of the Pay Matrix (₹1,31,100 – ₹2,16,600).
- Must also possess the qualifications and experience prescribed for direct recruits.
Notes
- Deputation shall ordinarily not exceed five years.
- Maximum age limit for Deputation: 58 years.
- Maximum age limit for Absorption: 56 years.
Age Limit
- Direct Recruitment: Maximum 50 years
- Deputation: Maximum 58 years
- Absorption: Maximum 56 years
Age Relaxation
- Government servants will receive age relaxation as per DoPT guidelines.
- Employees of Autonomous Bodies under MeitY are eligible for 5 years of age relaxation in direct recruitment.
- The crucial date for determining age is the closing date of receipt of applications in India.
Salary Scale
The post carries a pay scale of Level-14 in the Pay Matrix (₹1,44,200 – ₹2,18,200). This pay scale reflects the high responsibility and leadership associated with the post of Director General. Other allowances and benefits as per government rules will also be applicable.
Tenure
The tenure for the post of Director General will be a maximum of 5 years or until the candidate reaches the age of superannuation, whichever is earlier.
Roles and Responsibilities
The Director General will be the Chief Executive of SAMEER and will carry the following responsibilities:
- Responsible for overall management and functioning of SAMEER under the guidance of the Governing Council.
- Required to lead a team of qualified technocrats and management professionals.
- Preparation of annual plans, budgets, and long-term strategies.
- Exercise of executive and financial powers as provided in the Bye-laws or delegated by the Governing Council.
- Act as Member Secretary of the Governing Council.
How to Apply
- Applications must be submitted in the prescribed proforma along with attested copies of certificates relating to qualifications, experience, and date of birth.
- Candidates working in Government, PSUs, or Autonomous Bodies must apply through the proper channel and provide photocopies of APARs of the last five years, vigilance/disciplinary clearance, integrity certificate, and confirmation of no penalties imposed.
- Applications must be superscribed with “Application for the post of Director General, SAMEER”.
- The completed application should reach the designated authority before the last date.
- Applications received after the due date or not routed properly will be rejected.
General Instructions
- The post will be filled through Direct Recruitment, Absorption, or Deputation depending on candidate suitability.
- The tenure will not exceed five years.
- Candidates selected under Direct Recruitment must resign from their current substantive post before joining.
- Applications from remote areas will be accepted up to 15 days beyond the last date.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
- Incomplete applications or those not accompanied by required certificates will not be considered.
