- Hiring of professionals as Individual Consultants on a contract basis for the iDEX (Innovations for Defence Excellence) team under the Defence Innovation Organisation (DIO).
- Focus on promoting innovation, entrepreneurship, and creating awareness at the grass-root level in defence and aerospace sectors.
- Roles include Program Director, Deputy Program Director, Program Executive, and Deputy Program Executive.
- Engagement in project management, strategic partnerships, grant disbursement, and ecosystem development for defence innovation.
- Contract-based positions with potential for extension up to 5 years based on performance and DIO requirements.
DIO
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🎓 Bachelor's Degree
🎓 Master's Degree
🎓 Equivalent Qualification
Project Management Team Positions under iDEX Framework
Defence Innovation Organisation
Total Vacancies
6
Job Location
New Delhi (with potential deputations to other locations as required by DIO).
Apply Deadline
10 Aug 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Defence Innovation Organisation (DIO) |
| Job Category | Defense |
| Eligibility Qualification | Bachelor's Degree (bachelors-degree), Master's Degree (masters-degree), Equivalent Qualification (equivalent-qualification) |
| Number of Vacancies | 6 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹40,000 - ₹240,000 Per Month |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | Varies by position: PD (10-12 years), DPD (6-8 years), PE (2-4 years), DPE (0-1 year). |
| Application Fee | - No application fee is mentioned; candidates are advised to check the official website for updates. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Program Director (PD): Master’s Degree in Science/Management/Technology or equivalent with 10 years of post-qualification experience, OR Bachelor’s Degree with 12 years of experience.
- Deputy Program Director (DPD): Master’s Degree with 6 years of experience, OR Bachelor’s Degree with 8 years of experience.
- Program Executive (PE): Master’s Degree with 2 years of experience, OR Bachelor’s Degree with 4 years of experience.
- Deputy Program Executive (DPE): Master’s Degree (no experience required), OR Bachelor’s Degree with 1 year of experience.
- Age limit as on 10th August 2026: PD (below 55 years), DPD (below 40 years), PE (below 30 years), DPE (below 26 years).
- Must have experience in innovation & entrepreneurship, business development, program management, grant management, consulting, communications, product management, IT operations, or finance.
- Full-time commitment; no other remunerative engagements allowed during the contract period.
- Deputy Program Director (DPD): Master’s Degree with 6 years of experience, OR Bachelor’s Degree with 8 years of experience.
- Program Executive (PE): Master’s Degree with 2 years of experience, OR Bachelor’s Degree with 4 years of experience.
- Deputy Program Executive (DPE): Master’s Degree (no experience required), OR Bachelor’s Degree with 1 year of experience.
- Age limit as on 10th August 2026: PD (below 55 years), DPD (below 40 years), PE (below 30 years), DPE (below 26 years).
- Must have experience in innovation & entrepreneurship, business development, program management, grant management, consulting, communications, product management, IT operations, or finance.
- Full-time commitment; no other remunerative engagements allowed during the contract period.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Applications must be submitted online via www.idex.gov.in under the Career section by 5:00 PM on 10th August 2026.
- Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email for interviews, which may include skill tests, personal interviews, group discussions, debates, or quizzes.
- Interviews may be conducted in-person in New Delhi or via video conferencing.
- Selection is based on competitive hiring and recommendations of the Interview & Selection Committee.
- No fare reimbursement will be provided for attending interviews.
- Final selection is subject to acceptance of the Consultancy Contract (Undertaking/Bond) on ₹200 stamp paper.
- Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email for interviews, which may include skill tests, personal interviews, group discussions, debates, or quizzes.
- Interviews may be conducted in-person in New Delhi or via video conferencing.
- Selection is based on competitive hiring and recommendations of the Interview & Selection Committee.
- No fare reimbursement will be provided for attending interviews.
- Final selection is subject to acceptance of the Consultancy Contract (Undertaking/Bond) on ₹200 stamp paper.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All categories (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS) are eligible as per government norms.
📂 Required Documents
- Scanned copy of educational qualification certificates.
- Scanned copy of experience certificates (if applicable).
- Proof of age (e.g., birth certificate, Aadhaar card).
- Passport-sized photograph.
- Any other documents as specified in the application form (uploaded as a single PDF file).
- GST registration details (if applicable).
- Scanned copy of experience certificates (if applicable).
- Proof of age (e.g., birth certificate, Aadhaar card).
- Passport-sized photograph.
- Any other documents as specified in the application form (uploaded as a single PDF file).
- GST registration details (if applicable).
💳 Application Fee Details
- No application fee is mentioned; candidates are advised to check the official website for updates.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the application deadline for the Individual Consultant positions at DIO?
The application deadline is 05:00 PM on 10th August 2026. Applications must be submitted through the online portal at www.idex.gov.in.
Q.
What are the key responsibilities of an Individual Consultant in the Project Management Team at DIO?
Key responsibilities include managing partnerships with incubators, designing and implementing defence-related challenges, managing grant disbursements, creating outreach platforms, ensuring project delivery on time and within budget, and supporting iDEX activities as assigned by the COO or superior authority.
Q.
What is the consultancy fee range for the Program Director (PD) position?
The consolidated monthly consultancy fee for the Program Director (PD) ranges from ₹1,80,000 to ₹2,40,000 per month, inclusive of all taxes.
Q.
Is there an age limit for applying to the Deputy Program Executive (DPE) position?
Yes, candidates for the Deputy Program Executive (DPE) position must be below 26 years of age as of 10th August 2026.
Q.
Can the consultancy contract be extended beyond the initial period?
Yes, the contract can be extended for up to 2 additional years based on DIO's requirements and satisfactory performance. In exceptional cases, it may be extended further with DIO Board approval.