IGNCA Consultant (Senior Engineer) – Contractual Position Recruitment 2026

📋 Recruitment Overview

Organization	Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) (IGNCA)
Job Category	Technical
Eligibility Qualification	Graduate (graduate), Engineering Degree (engineering-degree)
Number of Vacancies	1 Posts
Salary / Pay Scale	Rs. 70,000 per month (negotiable based on work experience).
Age Limits	Maximum 62 Years
Gender Eligibility	both
Experience Required	20 years of experience as Superintending/Executive/Senior Engineer in CPWD/CWD/MES/NDMC/State Govt./Autonomous Bodies.
Application Fee	• Summary: No explicit mention of an application fee is provided in the raw job notification text.

📄 Details & Description

- IGNCA, an autonomous trust under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, seeks a Contractual Consultant (Senior Engineer) to oversee capital works, maintenance, and coordination with CPWD for projects at Janpath, New Delhi.
- The role involves ensuring efficient project execution, tender transparency, and contract-based operation and maintenance of IGNCA’s infrastructure.
- The position is contractual with a duration of one year and negotiable remuneration based on experience.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

- Retired candidates only: Must have retired from CPWD, CWD, MES, NDMC, State Government, or Autonomous Bodies as Superintending Engineer, Executive Engineer, or Senior Engineer.
- Educational Qualification: Graduation in Civil Engineering required.
- Experience: Minimum 20 years of experience in relevant engineering roles.
- Age Limit: Must not exceed 62 years as of the date of advertisement publication (28.09.2026).
- Gender Eligibility: Both (male/female)

⚙️ Selection Process

- Screening of Applications: Initial review of submitted applications.
- Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed in person.

🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations

All (no category-specific reservations mentioned).

📂 Required Documents

- Updated resume (self-attested).
- Self-attested copies of academic mark sheets and experience certificates.
- Copy of identity proof (Aadhar Card, PAN Card, Voter-ID, or Driving License).
- Two reference letters/testimonials from previous employers/institutions (obtained within the last month).
- Passport-sized photograph (recent).

💳 Application Fee Details

• Summary: No explicit mention of an application fee is provided in the raw job notification text.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the last date to apply for the Consultant (Senior Engineer) position at IGNCA?

The last date to submit the application is 28.10.2026, which is 30 days from the advertisement publication date of 28.09.2026.

Q. Is this position open to candidates from all categories, or are there reservations?

The position is open to all categories (General, OBC, SC, ST, etc.), and no specific reservations are mentioned in the notification.

Q. What is the salary for the Consultant (Senior Engineer) role at IGNCA?

The remuneration is Rs. 70,000 per month, which is negotiable based on the candidate’s work experience.

Q. What documents are required to be submitted along with the application?

Applicants must submit an updated resume, self-attested academic/experience certificates, identity proof (Aadhar/PAN/Voter-ID/Driving License), a recent passport-sized photograph, and two reference letters from previous employers.

Q. What is the selection process for this role?

The selection process involves screening of applications followed by a personal interview for shortlisted candidates.