CGPDTM Recruitment 2026: 5 Consultant & Research Associate Posts – Apply Online @ ipindia.gov.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

The competent authority reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of vacancies. No category-wise break-up is printed in the notice. Age is counted as on 1st July 2026.

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Consultant (1 post, ₹1,25,000/month):
  • Essential: Master's degree in Sciences, or LLM with Graduation in Sciences, or BE/BTech from an institute of national importance or equivalent reputed Institution/University.
  • Desirable: Ph.D. in Sciences / IPR Management, or MTech / MS.
  • Experience: Minimum 15 years in handling IPR matters.
• Research Associate (2 posts, ₹90,000/month):
  • Essential: Master's degree in Sciences, or BE/B.Tech, or MBA from an institute of national importance or equivalent reputed Institution/University.
  • Desirable: (a) Ph.D. in Sciences/Law; or (b) working knowledge of IPR management / MTech / M.Sc. with IPR and policy knowledge, MS Office, PowerPoint, trend analysis and data governance tools; or (c) LLB/LLM, Degree/Diploma in IPR (full time, ≥1 year), or training experience from a reputed institution.
  • Experience: Minimum 3 years in handling IPR matters.
• Young Professional – Law & IP (1 post, ₹70,000/month):
  • Essential: Graduation/Post-graduation in Law, or MBA in International Business with domain knowledge, from an institute of national importance or equivalent reputed Institution/University.
  • Desirable: Ph.D. in Law & IP field.
  • Experience: Minimum 1 year in Law & IP field research, preferably in IPR matters; knowledge of handling legal work, drafting rules/regulations and replies in court matters.
• Young Professional – Finance (1 post, ₹70,000/month):
  • Essential: MBA or PGDM (full time, 2-year course) in Finance from an institute of national importance or equivalent reputed Institution.
  • Desirable: Higher qualification in finance.
  • Experience: Minimum 1 year relevant experience, preferably in a government department/institution/office.

Common Rules: Only Indian nationals may apply. Only post-qualification experience after completing the minimum essential qualification is counted. Up to 3 years of experience may be counted for Ph.D. holders provided no other work experience is counted during those three years. Candidates who applied under public notices dated 01.02.2026 or 05.05.2026 need not reapply.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

1. Online Application Scrutiny: All applications received by 16 November 2026 are screened for eligibility.
2. Shortlisting: If a large number of applications is received, candidates are shortlisted in a ratio of 5:1 against sanctioned posts on the basis of (a) higher educational qualification than prescribed, (b) higher relevant experience than prescribed, and (c) the prescribed Desirable Qualification.
3. Interview: Shortlisted candidates are called for an interview at the CGPDTM Office, New Delhi. The interview date will be communicated in due course. The venue is Bouddhik Sampada Bhawan, Plot No. 32, Sector 14, Dwarka, New Delhi – 110078; any change of venue will be communicated.
4. Document Verification: Qualification testimonials and experience certificates are verified on the same day as the interview.
5. Merit List & Final Selection: A merit list is prepared from interview marks. Final selection depends on interview performance and document verification. The merit list is valid for 1 year. If a selected candidate does not join or resigns, the offer goes to the next candidate in the merit list.

No T.A. or D.A. will be paid for attending the interview.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Qualification Testimonials — original and self-attested copies of all degree certificates and consolidated mark sheets
• Experience Certificates on official letterhead detailing post-qualification experience
• Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / PAN Card)
• Two recent passport-size photographs
• Date of Birth proof as per Matriculation (10th) Certificate
• Caste / Category Certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if applicable)

Key Instructions: The engagement is purely contractual for an initial period of one year, extendable up to 3 years at a time subject to satisfactory Annual Performance Review. The engagement confers no right to regularization, absorption, permanency, or continuation. The Office may terminate on 15 days' notice or pay in lieu. An annual increment of 10% is granted subject to satisfactory performance. Contractual staff may not take up other assignments during engagement. Police verification per MHA instructions is mandatory — a negative report ends the contract immediately. Induction training of at least 3 days is organized after joining. Working hours are normally 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

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