The Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) has announced SFIO Recruitment 2025, inviting applications from motivated and qualified candidates for multiple posts on a deputation (including short-term contract) basis. A total of 51 vacancies are available across different positions, including Additional Director, Joint Director, Deputy Director, Senior Assistant Director, and Assistant Director in various disciplines.
Selected candidates will receive a monthly salary between Pay Level – 08 to Pay Level – 13 as per the 7th CPC pay matrix. The postings will be in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, or Hyderabad. The last date to submit applications is 9th April 2025.
Post Name and Vacancies for SFIO Recruitment 2025
As per the official notification, SFIO Recruitment 2025 has 51 vacancies for different positions. Below is a breakdown of the vacancies:
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Additional Director (Capital Market) | 1 |
| Joint Director (Investigation) | 1 |
| Deputy Director (Corporate Law) | 12 |
| Deputy Director (Forensic Audit) | 1 |
| Deputy Director (Investigation) | 1 |
| Senior Assistant Director (Banking) | 1 |
| Senior Assistant Director (Capital Market) | 2 |
| Senior Assistant Director (Customs & Central Excise) | 3 |
| Senior Assistant Director (Forensic Audit) | 2 |
| Senior Assistant Director (Investigation) | 7 |
| Senior Assistant Director (Taxation) | 2 |
| Assistant Director (Investigation) | 18 |
| Total | 51 |
Age Limit for SFIO Recruitment 2025
- The maximum age limit to apply is 56 years as of the closing date.
Eligibility Criteria for SFIO Recruitment 2025
1. Additional Director (Capital Market)
- Officers from Central/State Government, Union Territories, PSUs, or Autonomous bodies.
- Must be holding an analogous post on a regular basis OR having five years of service in Level-12.
2. Joint Director (Investigation)
- Officers from Central/State Government, Union Territories, PSUs, or Autonomous bodies.
- Must be holding an analogous post OR have five years of service in Level-11.
3. Deputy Director (Corporate Law)
- Officers from Central/State Government, Union Territories, PSUs, or Autonomous bodies.
- Must be holding an analogous post OR have five years of service in Level-10.
- Educational Qualification:
- Degree in any discipline + LLB with 2 years of experience in Corporate Law, OR
- 5-year Integrated LLB degree with 3 years of experience in Corporate Law.
To check eligibility for other posts, candidates should refer to the official SFIO Recruitment 2025 notification.
Qualification for SFIO Recruitment 2025
1. Additional Director (Capital Market)
- Essential Qualification:
- Chartered Accountant (CA) / Company Secretary (CS) / Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) / Cost & Management Accountant (CMA) / MBA (Finance) / PGDM (Finance).
- 10 years of experience in capital market regulation or merchant banking.
- Desirable: Degree in Law.
2. Joint Director (Investigation)
- Essential Qualification:
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
- 10 years of experience in economic law enforcement and intelligence collection.
- Desirable: Degree in Law, Commerce, or Economics.
3. Deputy Director (Corporate Law)
- Essential Qualification:
- Degree in any discipline + LLB with 2 years of experience in Corporate Law, OR
- 5-year Integrated LLB degree with 3 years of experience in Corporate Law.
For other posts, candidates must refer to the official notification.
Place of Posting for SFIO Recruitment 2025
Selected candidates will be posted in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, or Hyderabad.
Salary for SFIO Recruitment 2025
Candidates selected through SFIO Recruitment 2025 will receive a monthly salary as per Pay Levels 8, 10, 11, 12, and 13 of the 7th CPC.
| Post Name | Pay Level (7th CPC) |
|---|---|
| Additional Director (Capital Market) | Level 13 |
| Joint Director (Investigation) | Level 12 |
| Deputy Director (Corporate Law) | Level 11 |
| Deputy Director (Forensic Audit) | Level 11 |
| Deputy Director (Investigation) | Level 11 |
| Senior Assistant Director (Various) | Level 10 |
| Assistant Director (Investigation) | Level 8 |
Tenure for SFIO Recruitment 2025
The appointments will be made on a deputation basis for different durations:
| Post Name | Deputation Period |
|---|---|
| Additional Director (Capital Market) | Max. 5 years |
| Joint Director (Investigation) | Max. 5 years |
| Deputy Director (Corporate Law) | Max. 4 years |
| Deputy Director (Forensic Audit) | Max. 4 years |
| Senior Assistant Director (Various) | Max. 3-5 years |
| Assistant Director (Investigation) | Max. 3 years |
How to Apply for SFIO Recruitment 2025
Steps to Apply:
- Download the prescribed application form from the SFIO website or the official notification.
- Fill out the application correctly and completely.
- Attach all required documents (educational, experience, and other supporting certificates).
- Send the application via the proper channel to the following address: The Director, Serious Fraud Investigation Office,
Pt. Deendayal Antyodaya Bhawan, CGO Complex,
Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003
Application Deadline:
- Applications must be submitted within 60 days from the publication date in Employment News.
- Last Date: 9th April 2025.
FAQs
How many vacancies are available in SFIO Recruitment 2025?
There are 51 vacancies for different posts.
What is the maximum age limit to apply?
The maximum age limit is 56 years.
Where will selected candidates be posted?
Candidates will be posted in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, or Hyderabad.