📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
- Recruiting Body: Commission for Air Quality Management in National Capital Region and Adjoining Areas (CAQM)
- Advertisement No.: F. No. A-12034/01/2021-Estt.(Vol.V)
- Total Posts: 03 (may vary depending upon requirement)
- Post Name: Consultant (PS)
- Employment Nature: Contractual — initially for one year from date of engagement (may be extended or curtailed as per requirement/performance)
- Application Mode: Offline (by post) or by email — No online portal
- Last Date for Receipt: 26 November 2026
- Application Fee: Not specified in the official notification
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consultant (PS) | 03 | Not more than 63 years as on 26 November 2026 | Last pay drawn minus pension + TA; for non-pensionable body retirees — Pay Level 11: Rs. 60,000; Pay Level 8–10: Rs. 40,000; Pay Level 6–7: Rs. 30,000 |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
- Retirement Level: Must have retired from Government, Statutory or Autonomous Bodies at the level of Private Secretary / Principal Private Secretary (Level 8 or above, up to Level 11 of the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC) or Personal Assistant (Level 6 to 7 of the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC).
- Experience: Must have at least five years' experience and capability of rendering secretarial assistance to officers.
- Age Limit: Not more than 63 years of age on the last date of submission of application (26 November 2026).
- Education: The official notification does not specify a minimum educational qualification. However, the application form requires educational and professional qualification details; applications without supporting documents are liable to be rejected.
- Who Can Apply: Only retired employees of Government / Statutory / Autonomous Bodies. Fresh candidates are not eligible.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
The official notification does not specify a detailed selection process or screening criteria for the CAQM Consultant (PS) recruitment. Candidates are advised to refer to the CAQM Consultant (PS) Official Notification PDF dated 11 November 2026 for any updates on the selection procedure. No TA/DA will be paid for attending any stage of the selection process.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Copy of Pension Payment Order (PPO)
- Last Pay Certificate
- Bank Details for remuneration disbursement
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Supporting documents for educational / professional qualifications
- Two recent passport-size photographs and a valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)
Submission Instructions
- Fill the prescribed application form completely, including all personal, professional, and PPO details.
- Sign the declaration at the end of the form.
- Attach all required documents listed above.
- By Post: Submit to — The Under Secretary (Establishment), Commission for Air Quality Management in National Capital Region and Adjoining Areas (CAQM), 16th Floor, Jawahar Vyapar Bhawan, (STC Building), Tolstoy Marg, New Delhi – 110001.
- By Email: Send to the official CAQM recruitment email address.
- Ensure receipt by 26 November 2026.
Important Notes:
- Number of posts may vary depending upon the requirement.
- Applications without supporting documents for qualifications are liable to be rejected.
- Suppressed, false, or incorrect information will lead to cancellation of candidature.
- The selected consultant must sign a non-disclosure undertaking including confidentiality during and after engagement, no conflicting outside employment, and timely address-change notifications to CAQM.
How to Download CAQM Consultant (PS) Notification
Candidates can read the full official notice and download the prescribed application format from the links below:
- Download CAQM Consultant (PS) Official Notification PDF dated 11 November 2026
- Visit CAQM Official Website (caqm.nic.in)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to submit the CAQM Consultant (PS) application?
The last date for receipt of the completed application along with supporting documents is 26 November 2026, whether submitted by post or by email.
What is the application mode and venue for CAQM Consultant (PS) recruitment?
The application can be submitted offline at the CAQM office — The Under Secretary (Establishment), 16th Floor, Jawahar Vyapar Bhawan, (STC Building), Tolstoy Marg, New Delhi – 110001 — or by email to the official CAQM recruitment email address. There is no online application portal.
Is there an application fee for CAQM Consultant (PS)?
The official notification does not specify any application fee for the Consultant (PS) posts at CAQM.
Is this a permanent government job?
No. The engagement is purely contractual, initially for one year from the date of engagement, which may be extended or curtailed as per the requirement and performance of the individual. It is a need-based engagement, not a permanent cadre post.
What is the salary structure for CAQM Consultant (PS)?
The remuneration is a consolidated amount equal to last pay drawn minus pension, plus TA as per applicable DoPT/DoE guidelines. For retirees of non-pensionable statutory bodies, the fixed remuneration is: Pay Level 11 — Rs. 60,000; Pay Level 8–10 — Rs. 40,000; Pay Level 6–7 — Rs. 30,000. The amount remains unchanged for the contract term; TDS is deducted as per rules.
Who is eligible to apply for CAQM Consultant (PS)?
Only retired employees of Government, Statutory or Autonomous Bodies who held the level of Private Secretary / Principal Private Secretary (Level 8–11, 7th CPC) or Personal Assistant (Level 6–7, 7th CPC) with at least five years' secretarial experience, and who are not more than 63 years of age as on 26 November 2026.