NMDC Launches Search for New Director (Commercial); Applications Open Until February 9

New Delhi: NMDC Limited, India's largest iron ore producer and a Navratna public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Steel, has initiated the selection process for a key leadership position on its board. The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) has advertised for the post of Director (Commercial).

This top-tier executive position is critical for steering the mining giant's marketing strategy and materials management functions.

Key Details of the Vacancy:

Position: Director (Commercial), NMDC Ltd.
Reporting To: Chairman & Managing Director (CMD)
Pay Scale: Rs. 1,80,000 - Rs. 3,40,000 (IDA Pay Scale)
Tenure: 5 years from the date of joining or until superannuation (age 60), whichever is earlier.
Last Date for Applications: 3:00 PM, February 9, 2026.

Who Can Apply?

The PESB has outlined stringent eligibility criteria, seeking seasoned professionals from diverse backgrounds:

Age & Service: Maximum age of 45 years (internal candidates) or 50 years (others) as of January 7, 2026, with a mandatory residual service of 2-3 years before superannuation.
Employment Status: Applicants must be in a regular capacity (not contractual) in:
- Central/State PSEs (with turnover ≥ Rs. 5,000 crore)
- Central Govt. Group 'A' services (Joint Secretary level or equivalent)
- Public Sector Banks/Financial Institutions (Board level or one level below)
- Armed Forces (Major General level or equivalent)
- Private Sector (in companies with turnover ≥ Rs. 5,000 crore, at Board level or one level below)
Qualifications: Engineering Graduate or a Graduate with an MBA/PGDM in Marketing.
Experience: At least 5 years in the last 10 years in Marketing, Business Development, Sales Forecasting & Planning, or Materials Management in a large organization. Experience in the Minerals/Metals sector will be preferred.

A Crucial Role at a Mining Major

The Director (Commercial) will be a member of the Board of Directors and will be responsible for the core commercial functions of the state-owned mining behemoth. With the government holding a 60.79% stake, this appointment comes at a time when NMDC is central to India's domestic steel and raw material security goals.

Application Process & Important Conditions

Applications must be submitted online only via the PESB website (https://pesb.gov.in/).
Candidates must apply through the proper channel as specified (e.g., via administrative ministry for government officers, through the company for PSE employees).
A key undertaking is required: selected candidates must join the post. Declining the offer after the interview or after the appointment letter is issued will lead to a two-year debarment from consideration for board-level posts in any Central PSE.
For Central Government officers, the appointment is on an immediate absorption basis.

About NMDC Limited:

NMDC is a Schedule 'A' Navratna CPSE, headquartered in Hyderabad. With an authorized capital of Rs. 1,000 crores, it is a pivotal player in the mining and exploration sector, directly supporting the nation's steel industry.

Interested and eligible candidates are advised to review the detailed advertisement (PESB Advt. No. 10/2026) and submit their applications well before the deadline.