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Vacancy Details
- Consultant (on contract basis): 9 vacancies
Qualification: Retired Central Government officers of the rank Assistant Section Officer/Section Officer/Under Secretary or equivalent; substantive secretariat experience; conversant with MS-Word/PPT/Excel
Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Maximum Age: 63 years
How to Apply
- Fill the application form titled ‘Application for the post of Consultant on contract basis’ with personal, service and qualification details.
- Paste your photograph in the space provided on the form.
- Sign the undertaking with place and date declaring correctness of particulars and vigilance clearance at retirement.
- Attach listed documents (copy of PPO, last salary slip, Aadhaar card, photograph on form).
- Email the completed application and attachments to [email protected] by 05 November 2026.
- Alternatively, send a hard copy to: Deputy DGFT(HRD), O/o Addl.DGFT, Nishtha Bhavan, 48, Sir Vithaldas Thackersey Marg, Churchgate, Mumbai – 400020.
Important Links
Important Dates
- Date of Vacancy Circular:
- Last date to apply by email:
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible to apply for the Consultant posts?
Only retired Central Government officers are eligible. Applicants must have retired as Assistant Section Officer, Section Officer or Under Secretary to the Government of India or an equivalent rank.
What are the qualification and experience requirements?
The notification does not specify a minimum educational qualification. Applicants must have substantive secretariat experience (noting/drafting/typing) and be fully conversant with MS-Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
How do I apply and what is the last date to apply?
Fill the prescribed application form, attach required documents, and email it to [email protected] by 05-11-2026. A hard copy may also be posted to Deputy DGFT(HRD), O/o Addl.DGFT, Nishtha Bhavan, Churchgate, Mumbai – 400020.
What is the selection process for these Consultant posts?
The official notification does not specify the selection process. The decision of the Selection Committee will be final and binding on all applicants.
What is the pay or remuneration for the Consultants?
Remuneration is the Last Pay Drawn minus pension plus the TA drawn at the time of retirement. No Dearness Allowance (D.A.) component is involved.





