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MHA boosts BSF Assistant Commandant official language deputation age limit to 60 in new rules
India
Published on 24 April 2026
Deputation age cap jumps to 60, but eligibility stays put
The Ministry of Home Affairs has introduced updated rules for BSF Assistant Commandant (Official Language) posts. The key change raises the maximum age limit for deputation to 60 years, while educational qualifications and experience requirements remain unchanged. The move is designed to broaden the pool of experienced applicants and help fill vacancies in the BSF’s official language cadre.
- Deputation age limit for BSF Assistant Commandant (Official Language) raised to 60
- Educational and experience criteria remain the same
- Rules are meant to attract more experienced candidates
- Change targets vacancies in the BSF official language cadre
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