🇮🇳 NIA Investigation Expert (Consultant) Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in for Retired Police Officers
National Investigation Agency | Contract Basis | Last Date 16 May 2026
⏳ APPLICATION DEADLINE COUNTDOWN
Last Date to Apply
16 May 2026
Post Name
Investigation Expert (Consultant)
Job Location
All India (NIA Offices)
Remuneration
Last Pay Drawn - Basic Pension
Mode of Apply
Offline (Walk-in Interview)
Eligibility
Retired Police Officers (Inspector to SP)
📊 Post Details & Remuneration
| Post Name | Mode | Remuneration |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation Expert (Consultant) | Contract (Walk-in Interview) | Basic Pension deducted from Last Pay Drawn |
📌 Engagement initially for 1 year, extendable up to 5 years or age 65 years, whichever is earlier
📆 Important Dates (NIA Investigation Expert Recruitment 2026)
- ✅ Notification Release Date: 16 April 2026
- ✅ Last Date to Submit Offline Application: 16 May 2026
- ✅ Walk-in Interview Date: To be notified (Check official website)
🎯 Eligibility Criteria (As per Official Notification)
📌 Investigation Expert (Consultant) – Contract Basis
- Essential Qualification: Graduation from a recognized university.
- Experience: Minimum 10 years experience in handling criminal investigation cases, intelligence work, or counter-terrorism.
- Eligible Retired Officers: Retired Inspectors, Dy. SP, Addl SP, and SP (or equivalent level) from Central Police Organizations (CBI, NIA, NCB, IB, Cabinet Secretariat, NTRO, Customs, Income Tax, DRI, etc.) and State Police.
- Age Limit: Below 65 years as of the last date of application.
⭐ Officers from CAPFs, State Police, and Central Armed Police Forces are eligible
💰 Salary Structure & Perks
- Remuneration: Basic Pension deducted from Last Pay Drawn (as per MHA OM dated 09.12.2020).
- Additional Benefits: TA/DA on official tours. No other allowances applicable.
- Working Hours: 09:30 AM to 06:00 PM (Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend duties).
- Leave: 1.5 days per completed calendar month.
🔹 Working with NIA offers a challenging and prestigious career in the country's premier counter-terrorism investigation agency, with opportunities to contribute to national security.
🔹 The engagement is purely on a temporary and contractual basis, with the possibility of extension based on performance.
✅ Selection Process & Application Fee
Selection Methodology: Shortlisting based on eligibility and experience → Walk-in Interview. The selection committee will evaluate candidates based on their expertise, experience, and suitability for the role.
Application Fee: No application fee for this engagement.
📌 Candidates must bring filled-up proforma (Annexure-I) and required documents to the walk-in interview.
📝 How to Apply: Offline Process (Step by Step)
- Download Official Notification PDF – Click the PDF button below to access the detailed notification from NIA's official website.
- Check Eligibility – Ensure you meet the rank, experience, and age criteria for Investigation Expert (Consultant) post.
- Fill Application Form – Download the prescribed format (Annexure-I) from the notification. Fill in personal, cadre, and experience details.
- Attach Required Documents – Retirement proof, educational certificates, work experience certificate, last pay certificate (LPC), and any other relevant documents.
- Appear for Walk-in Interview – Attend the walk-in interview at the specified venue (NIA Headquarters, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi) on the scheduled date.
- Deadline Reminder – Ensure your application reaches the concerned authority on or before 16 May 2026.
📞 For any queries: Contact NIA Recruitment Helpdesk: 011-26108983/84 (10 AM – 5 PM) or email: spadmin.nia@gov.in. Always refer to official notification for latest updates.
📎 Official Website: nia.gov.in | Recruitment Section
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NIA Investigation Expert Recruitment 2026
✅ Investigation Expert (Consultant) | Contract Basis
💰 Remuneration: Last Pay Drawn - Basic Pension | Last Date: 16 May 2026
📌 Walk-in Interview | Retired Police Officers (Inspector to SP)
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⚠️ DISCLAIMER: This is an informational webpage compiled from official NIA recruitment notice published on 16 April 2026. Candidates must verify all details, eligibility, and deadlines from the official NIA website (nia.gov.in) and the exact official PDF. We do not charge any fee or guarantee selection. Engagement rules are subject to change as per Govt of India guidelines. The official last date mentioned is 16th May 2026.
