A member shall keep the Secretary informed of any change in his address and if he fails to inform the change of address, the address in the official records shall for all purposes be deemed to be his correct address.
*10. Chairman:- The Chairman shall be appointed by the Government of India in accordance with the following provisions:
(i) Method of Recruitment:- On deputation (including short-term contract).
(ii) Qualifications, experience, etc.:- Deputation (including short-term contract) from amongst Officers of the Central/State Governments/Union Territories/Recognized Research Institutions/Agricultural Universities/ Public Sector Undertakings –
(a) (i) Holding analogous post on regular basis; or
(ii) with five years regular service in the post in the pay scale of $14300-400-18300 or equivalent and, *Amended vide S.O.198(E) dated 13.02.2002 published in the Gazette of India, Extra Ordinary, Part II – Section 3 – Sub-section (ii) dated 13.02.2002.
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(b) possessing the educational qualifications and experience as under:- Ph.D in Horticulture or life sciences from a recognized University with at least 15 years experience in horticulture development/ research/ production/extension including 5 years’ experience in the field of coconut development OR Master’s degree in management with at least 20 years managerial experience including 10 years in horticulture development of which 5 years’ experience should be in the field of coconut development.
Note - The period of deputation shall ordinarily not exceed 5 years or till the candidate attains the age of 60 years, whichever is earlier.