DANICS Officer, Eligibility, Training, Salary, Responsibilities

Delhi, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Daman and Diu, Lakshadweep and Dadra and Nagar Haveli Civil Service, Group B service is considered to be one of the most prestigious career options. DANICS Officers are responsible for the governance and development of union territories. They undergo a training programme to gain the required skills and knowledge to perform their functions. In this article, we are going to learn about the DANICS Eligibility criteria, salary, career prospects and role and responsibilities of DANIC Officers. 

DANICS Eligibility Criteria

To qualify to become a DANICS Officer, the following eligibility criteria needs to be met: 

DANICS Roles and Responsibilities

DANICS is a grade ‘B’ officer, whose roles and responsibilities include: 

• Managing everyday affairs to ensure effective governance and implementation of government schemes and policies. 
• Ensure peace and security, maintain law and order and coordinate along with local law enforcement agencies. 
• Implementing development projects in the field of healthcare, education, social welfare and infrastructure. 
• Manage land administration, revenue collection and revenue related matters including taxation. 
• Promote public awareness of government schemes and initiatives and address grievances. 

DANICS Salary

The salary of DANICS Officer is mentioned in the following table below: 

DANICS Officer Training

DANICS Officers undergo training to learn the skills required to perform their functions. The DANICS Training include: 

• Training includes fieldwork and classroom teaching that includes government schemes and laws and how to implement them. 
• Officers have to take up fieldwork by visiting different places, tackle different situations and develop problem solving skills. 
• In the final phase, officers are tested based on their learning to ensure their understanding. 

DANICS Officer Career Prospects

DANIC Officers have the following career prospects: 

• Officers progress through a well-defined hierarchy, taking on increasing responsibilities over time.
• Promotions are based on tenure in each grade, along with performance, integrity, and leadership potential.
• Senior roles involve decision-making authority and responsibilities such as leading teams or managing departments.
• Officers may be deputed to Central Government departments or other State/UT administrations, gaining diverse experience.
• Deputations allow officers to work across various sectors and regions, enhancing their administrative acumen.
• Regular training programs and workshops improve officers’ skills in administration, leadership, and governance.
• Working with officers from different backgrounds promotes teamwork, learning, and knowledge-sharing.
• Skills developed in DANICS are valuable for roles in government, PSUs, international organisations, and development agencies.
• Some officers pursue higher education or contribute to academia and think-tanks, shaping public policy and research.