Dhaka:The Trading Corporation of Bangladesh (TCB) has transitioned to a digital platform for its dealer recruitment process, aiming to enhance transparency, accountability, and convenience for applicants. The initiative is set to conclude the appointment of new dealers before the upcoming Holy Month of Ramadan.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, TCB Chairman Brigadier General Mohammad Foyshol Azad explained that the new system allows applicants to submit applications online and track their progress, replacing the prior manual application method. Azad highlighted that the ongoing recruitment process includes field-level verification of applicants' information.
The digital process involves online submissions being forwarded to relevant deputy commissioners for verification. District administrations are responsible for conducting field investigations, which are then reported back to TCB for further evaluation. A three-member evaluation committee, including a representative from the Ministry of Commerce, reviews these reports before approving dealer appointments.
The online recruitment system is designed to be more transparent and user-friendly, enabling applicants to monitor their application status. The speed of recruitment largely depends on the timely receipt of investigation reports from district administrations, as noted by Azad.
TCB aims to complete at least 50 percent of the new dealer appointments by December, with the goal of finalizing the entire recruitment process before Ramadan. The current recruitment drive follows a three-month extension for dealers whose licenses were due for renewal in 2026, ensuring continuity in TCB's distribution network and strengthening dealer selection oversight.
The shift from a manual to a digital recruitment system, along with district-level verification and committee evaluations, is anticipated to bolster transparency and accountability, ensuring effective distribution arrangements in anticipation of Ramadan.