Updated On: 23 October 2026
Short Information: The Coconut Development Board (Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare), Kochi has issued a circular for engaging Staff Car Driver on deputation basis — 7 posts of Driver Grade I and 4 posts of Driver Grade II (11 posts in total). Circular F.No. I/18864/2026 dated 16-10-2026. Staff Car Drivers serving in Central/State Governments, universities, recognised research institutes, PSUs and semi-Government/statutory/autonomous organisations can apply through proper channel. Applications must be sent offline on the Annexure-I proforma (in triplicate) and reach the Board within 60 days of publication in Employment News.
Coconut Development Board – Staff Car Driver (Deputation) Recruitment 2026
| Important Dates | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Circular date: 16-10-2026 Last date: within 60 days of Employment News publication — check official notification |
Fee not specified — check official notification |
| Mode of application: Offline (through proper channel) | Minimum qualification: check official notification |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Grade I | 07 | Level 5 (Rs 29,200–92,300) |
| Driver Grade II | 04 | Level 4 (Rs 25,500–81,100) |
| Total | 11 | Deputation period: up to 3 years |
Eligibility: Staff Car Drivers serving in Central/State Governments, universities, recognised research institutes, PSUs, semi-Government/statutory/autonomous organisations. For Grade I: analogous post, or 6 years of regular service in Level 4; for Grade II: analogous post, or 9 years of regular service in Level 2; the Central Government trade test applies. Note — this is not direct recruitment; it is on deputation only.
How to Apply
- Get the Annexure-I proforma from coconutboard.gov.in.
- Fill the form in triplicate and get it forwarded through your employer.
- Attach APARs of the last 5 years, integrity certificate, vigilance clearance certificate and employer certification.
- Send the application to the CEO, Coconut Development Board, Kera Bhavan, SRV Road, Kochi – 682 011 within the stipulated time.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | coconutboard.gov.in |
| Official Notification / Circular | Click Here |
| Application Proforma (Annexure-I) | Click Here |
एक निजी सूचना पोर्टल (सरकारी वेबसाइट नहीं) — A private information portal (not a government website). Please read the official notification carefully before applying; check the official notification for the last date.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q.1: How many Staff Car Driver posts are there in Coconut Development Board?
Ans: 11 posts in total — 7 Driver Grade I and 4 Driver Grade II.
Q.2: Is this direct recruitment?
Ans: No, this recruitment is only on deputation basis.
Q.3: What is the age limit?
Ans: Maximum 56 years as on the closing date.
Q.4: How should the application be sent?
Ans: Send it in triplicate on the Annexure-I proforma through proper channel to the CEO, Coconut Development Board, Kera Bhavan, SRV Road, Kochi – 682 011.
Q.5: What is the last date to apply?
Ans: The application must reach within 60 days of publication in Employment News; check the official notification for the last date.
