Career Boost: CCI Young Professional Recruitment 2025 Opens Doors for Graduates

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has announced a significant opportunity for young, dynamic professionals by opening registration for the Young Professional (Grade-I) recruitment 2025 on a contract basis. This initiative aims to onboard bright talent across the fields of Law, Economics, and Information Technology (IT), offering an attractive monthly remuneration starting at ₹60,000.

Key Highlights and Vacancy Details

The recruitment drive is for a total of 14 Young Professional (Grade-I) positions. This is a chance for graduates and postgraduates to contribute directly to the CCI’s mandate of enforcing the Competition Act, 2002, and promoting fair competition in the Indian market.

Remuneration and Contract Details

Selected candidates for the Young Professional (Grade-I) role will receive a lump-sum monthly remuneration of ₹60,000/-. In a beneficial move for retention and career progression, the contract also provides for a 10 percent increase in salary upon the successful completion of each year of service. The initial engagement is for a period of one year on a contract basis, which is typically extendable depending on the CCI’s requirements and the individual’s performance. The selected candidates will be based at the CCI headquarters in New Delhi.

Eligibility Criteria: Who Can Apply?

Candidates must ensure they meet the specific educational and age requirements for their chosen discipline before applying. The maximum age limit for applicants is 30 years as of the specified date in the official notification, with age relaxation applicable as per government rules.

• For Young Professional (Law):
  • Essential: A Degree of LL.B or equivalent from a recognized University/Institute recognized by the Bar Council of India, and qualified to be registered as an advocate.
  • Experience: Preference is given to candidates with experience in legal or judicial work in the Supreme Court, High Courts, other courts, or a regulatory authority.
• For Young Professional (Economics):
  • Essential: A Post Graduate degree in Economics from a recognized university in India or abroad.
  • Experience: Preference will be given to those with work experience in microeconomic problems, industrial organization, or economic regulation, including competition assessment, using quantitative economic techniques.
• For Young Professional (IT):
  • Essential: Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) / Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Computer Technology, or Electronics and Communication OR a Master’s degree in Computer Application / Computer Science / Information Technology.

The application window for these esteemed positions is now open. Interested and eligible candidates are strongly advised to apply online through the official CCI website.

Applicants must fill the application through online mode ONLY in the prescribed proforma available on the CCI’s official website. The selection process is typically interview-based.

This is an excellent opportunity for young graduates looking to launch their career in a premier government regulatory body and gain valuable experience in competition law, economics, and technology policy.

For comprehensive details and to submit your application, candidates should refer to the official recruitment notification on the Competition Commission of India’s official website.