Recruitment in Disaster Management Department J&K: Directorate of Disaster Management Created, 16 Posts Restructure
The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has approved a major administrative restructuring in the Department of Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction (DMRRR) by creating a Directorate of Disaster Management in place of the existing Emergency Relief Organization (ERO). The decision includes creation, upgradation, and abolition of posts, resulting in a revised staff strength of 16 sanctioned posts.
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The restructuring has been carried out in accordance with Cabinet Decision No. 127/18/2025 dated 03 December 2025 and formalized through Government Order No. 54-JK (DMRRR) of 2025 dated 19 December 2025.
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Creation of Directorate of Disaster Management J&K
As per the official order, the government has sanctioned the renaming of the Emergency Relief Organization (ERO) as the Directorate of Disaster Management. This change is aimed at strengthening disaster preparedness, response, mitigation, and rehabilitation mechanisms across Jammu and Kashmir.
Along with the renaming, the government has approved restructuring of posts, including upgradation of senior positions, creation of new posts, and reduction of certain lower-level posts to streamline administrative functioning.
Posts Created and Upgraded (Annexure-A)
Under the restructuring process, the following posts have been created or upgraded in the newly established Directorate of Disaster Management:
Director, Disaster Management, J&K
Upgraded from the existing post of Chief Executive Officer (CEO), ERO
Pay Level-13 (₹1,23,100 – ₹2,15,900)
Number of posts: One
Accounts Officer
Pay Level-8 (₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100)
Number of posts: One
Total posts created or upgraded under Annexure-A: Two
Posts Reduced or Abolished (Annexure-B)
As part of the rationalization process, the following posts have been reduced or abolished in the renamed organization:
Account Assistant
Pay Level-5 (₹29,200 – ₹92,300)
Number of posts: One
Senior Assistant
Pay Level-5 (₹29,200 – ₹92,300)
Number of posts: One
Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)
Subordinate Level-1 (₹14,800 – ₹47,100)
Number of posts: One
Total posts reduced or abolished under Annexure-B: Three
Revised Staff Strength of Directorate of Disaster Management (Annexure-C)
After restructuring, the sanctioned staff strength of the Directorate of Disaster Management, J&K, stands as follows:
Director Disaster Management, J&K
Pay Level-13 (₹1,23,100 – ₹2,15,900)
Posts: One
Assistant Commissioner
Pay Level-11 (₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700)
Posts: One
Administrative Officer
Pay Level-8 (₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100)
Posts: One
Accounts Officer
Pay Level-8 (₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100)
Posts: One
Section Officer
Pay Level-7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400)
Posts: One
Assistant Accounts Officer
Pay Level-7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400)
Posts: One
Statistical Assistant
Pay Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400)
Posts: One
Head Assistant
Pay Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400)
Posts: One
Senior Assistant
Pay Level-5 (₹29,200 – ₹92,300)
Posts: Two
Junior Assistant
Pay Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100)
Posts: Two
Driver
Pay Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100)
Posts: One
Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)
Subordinate Level-1 (₹14,800 – ₹47,100)
Posts: Three
Total sanctioned posts after restructuring: Sixteen (16)
What This Means for Recruitment Aspirants
While this order primarily concerns administrative restructuring, it is significant for job aspirants as it clearly defines the sanctioned strength and hierarchy of the Directorate of Disaster Management. Any future recruitment, promotion, or deputation will be carried out strictly within this approved framework.
Vacancies arising due to retirement, promotion, or future expansion may be referred to recruiting agencies such as JKSSB or UPSC, depending on the post and recruitment rules.
Candidates preparing for government jobs in Jammu and Kashmir should keep track of updates related to Disaster Management, administrative services, and departmental recruitments.
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Official Authority
The order has been issued by order of the Government of Jammu and Kashmir under the Department of Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction, in pursuance of the Cabinet decision mentioned above.
Conclusion
The creation of the Directorate of Disaster Management, J&K, marks an important step toward strengthening disaster response and governance in the Union Territory. With a clearly defined staff structure of 16 sanctioned posts, the department is expected to function with improved efficiency and accountability.
