- The Office of the Additional Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Mumbai, invites applications for 9 Consultant positions on a contract basis.
- The role involves examining cases, preparing policy briefs, and analyzing proposals under Central Government rules.
- Engagement is initially for one year, extendable or curtailable at the discretion of the Competent Authority.
- Consultants will work from Nishtha Bhavan, 48, Sir Vithaldas Thackersey Marg, Churchgate, Mumbai - 400020.
- Normal working hours are 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM, with possible exigency calls outside these hours.
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Active Listing
🎓 Equivalent Qualification
Consultant Positions for Retired Government Officers
Office of the Additional Director General of Foreign Trade, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India
Total Vacancies
9
Job Location
Nishtha Bhavan, 48, Sir Vithaldas Thackersey Marg, Churchgate, Mumbai - 400020
Apply Deadline
05 Nov 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Office of the Additional Director General of Foreign Trade, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India (DGFT) |
| Job Category | Administrative |
| Eligibility Qualification | Equivalent Qualification (equivalent-qualification) |
| Number of Vacancies | 9 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Remuneration will be calculated as Last Pay Drawn minus pension plus TA (Travel Allowance) drawn at the time of retirement, as per Department of Expenditure OM No. 3-25/2020-E.IIIA dated 09.12.2020. No Dearness Allowance (DA) component is included. |
| Age Limits | Maximum 64 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | Substantive secretariat experience in policy monitoring, fund disbursal, budget/accounts, and establishment management. |
| Application Fee | • No specific application fee mentioned in the job notification.: No application fee is required for this position. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must not have attained the age of 64 years as of the closing date of applications (5 November 2026).
- Must be retired Government Officers/Officials from the rank of Assistant Section Officer/Section Officer or equivalent, or Under Secretary or equivalent, from Central Government Ministries/Departments or their attached/subordinate offices.
- Requires substantive secretariat experience in areas such as monitoring/implementation of policies, disbursal/allocation of funds, budget/accounts, establishment, and cash management.
- Must be fully conversant with MS-Word, PPT, and Excel and capable of preparing notes, drafts, and Official Memorandums (OMs) as required.
- Must be retired Government Officers/Officials from the rank of Assistant Section Officer/Section Officer or equivalent, or Under Secretary or equivalent, from Central Government Ministries/Departments or their attached/subordinate offices.
- Requires substantive secretariat experience in areas such as monitoring/implementation of policies, disbursal/allocation of funds, budget/accounts, establishment, and cash management.
- Must be fully conversant with MS-Word, PPT, and Excel and capable of preparing notes, drafts, and Official Memorandums (OMs) as required.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection is based on application review by the Selection Committee. No formal examination or interview is mentioned.
- The Selection Committee’s decision will be final and binding on all applicants.
- The Selection Committee’s decision will be final and binding on all applicants.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All (no category restrictions mentioned)
📂 Required Documents
- Copy of Pension Payment Order (PPO)
- Last salary slip
- Aadhaar card
- Last salary slip
- Aadhaar card
💳 Application Fee Details
• No specific application fee mentioned in the job notification.: No application fee is required for this position.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the Consultant positions under DGFT, Mumbai?
There are 9 vacancies available for the Consultant positions on a contract basis.
Q.
What is the maximum age limit for applicants applying for these Consultant positions?
The maximum age limit for applicants is 64 years as of the closing date of applications (5 November 2026).
Q.
What documents are required to be submitted along with the application?
Applicants must submit a copy of PPO, last salary slip, and Aadhaar card along with their application.
Q.
What is the remuneration structure for the Consultant positions?
The remuneration will be Last Pay Drawn minus pension plus TA drawn at the time of retirement, as per Department of Expenditure OM No. 3-25/2020-E.IIIA.
Q.
Is there an application fee for this recruitment?
No application fee is mentioned in the notification for these Consultant positions.