🌊 NIOT Consultant Recruitment 2026 | Advt. No. NIOT/E&P/04/2026
📢 National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT), Chennai, under Ministry of Earth Sciences, Govt. of India invites applications for empanelment of Consultants in various disciplines. 🏛️
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🏛️ OrganizationNIOT, Chennai (MoES)
📋 Post NameSr. Consultant / Consultant
🔢 VacanciesVarious (to be notified)
🗓️ Last Date12 June 2026 (3:00 PM)
📚 EligibilityRetired Govt. officials / 10+ years experience
📍 LocationNew Delhi / Chennai
💰 SalaryUp to ₹60,000 + Transport Allowance
📝 Recruitment TypeContract (Interview-based)
🌐 LanguageEnglish & Hindi
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| 📢 Notification Release Date | 15 May 2026 |
| 📄 Online Application Start Date | — (Offline Mode Only) |
| 🔒 Last Date for Receipt of Hard Copy | 12 June 2026 (3:00 PM) |
| 📅 Interview Date (Tentative) | To be intimated to shortlisted candidates |
💰 Vacancy Areas & Remuneration
📌 Consultant Areas
- Sr. Consultant / Consultant (Administration / Establishment)
- Sr. Consultant / Consultant (Finance & Accounts)
- Consultant (Stores & Procurement)
- Consultant (Works Management / Estate Maintenance)
- Consultant (Legal)
📌 Number of vacancies: To be announced (various).
💰 Remuneration (Per Month)
- For retired employees (Old Pension): Last Pay Drawn – Basic Pension
- For retired employees (NPS): 70% of last pay drawn
- For other candidates: ₹60,000 + Fixed Transport Allowance ₹7,200
✔️ Transport Allowance up to ₹7,200 for retired officers as per rules.
🎯 Eligibility Criteria (As per official notification)
📚 Educational Qualification
- Administration / Finance / Stores: Bachelor's degree in any stream.
- Works Management: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Civil or Electrical Engineering.
- Legal: Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB).
- Experience: Minimum 10 years of relevant experience (preferably in Central/State Govt.).
🎂 Age Limit (as on 12 June 2026)
- For retired personnel: Not more than 63 years.
- For others (non-retired): Not more than 45 years.
- Sr. Consultant: Must have retired as Deputy Secretary/Director (Pay Level-12/13).
- Consultant: Retired Pay Level-8/9/10/11 OR 10 years hands-on experience.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Shortlisting: Based on eligibility, experience, and qualification.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview (intimated via email).
- Document Verification: Original certificates will be verified at the time of interview.
- Engagement: Initially for one year, extendable based on performance.
Note: No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
📝 How to Apply – Step by Step Guide (Offline Mode Only)
- Visit Official Website: Go to niot.res.in/recruitment_details.php.
- Download Notification & Form: Download the detailed advertisement PDF and the prescribed application proforma.
- Fill Application Form: Fill in all details carefully. Attach a recent passport-size photograph.
- Attach Required Documents: Self-attested copies of educational certificates, experience certificates, PPO (for retired), PAN, Aadhaar, etc.
- Super scribe the Envelope: Write “Application for engagement as Sr. Consultant / Consultant (as the case may be) in ESSC Secretariat/ NIOT” on the envelope.
- Send via Post: Send the complete application to the following address before 12 June 2026 (3:00 PM):
Postal Address:
The Director,
National Institute of Ocean Technology,
NIOT Campus, Velachery–Tambaram Main Road,
Pallikaranai, Chennai - 600 100.
The Director,
National Institute of Ocean Technology,
NIOT Campus, Velachery–Tambaram Main Road,
Pallikaranai, Chennai - 600 100.
Important: Applications received after the closing date or without required documents will be rejected. No online submission.
🔗 Important Links & Official Resources
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
📌 What is the last date to apply for NIOT Consultant Recruitment 2026?
The last date for receipt of hard copy applications is 12 June 2026, by 3:00 PM.
📌 What is the salary for Consultants?
For non-retired candidates: ₹60,000 per month + fixed transport allowance of ₹7,200. For retired employees, remuneration is calculated as per DoE guidelines (last pay minus pension).
📌 Is there any application fee?
No application fee for any category as per official notification.
📌 Can private candidates apply?
Yes, individuals with at least 10 years of hands-on experience in the relevant field (preferably in Central Government organizations) can apply. Age limit is 45 years for such candidates.
📌 Where will be the place of posting?
Posting can be at ESSC Secretariat, New Delhi or NIOT Headquarters, Chennai as per requirement.
📌 What is the selection process?
Shortlisting based on eligibility followed by interview (online/offline). No written examination.
📌 Can retired State Government officers apply?
For Consultant (Works Management / Estate Maintenance), State Govt. officers from PWD / State Govt. Technical agencies are also eligible.
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