The government has encouraged government officers, including those from public sector enterprises or the Reserve Bank of India to apply for the post. Candidates from recognised universities and research institutions are also eligible to apply for the post.
The maximum age limit for the position has been fixed at 56 years and the last date for applying is 20 July 2018.
While the minimum educational qualification is a master’s degree in economics, a doctoral degree in finance or economics has been made preferable. For government employees seeking to apply, six years’ experience in economic research or providing economic advice has been made mandatory.
“The selection committee reserves the right to invite and short-list suitable individuals from outside the list of applicants for the posts,” the notification said.
