DLRL Consultant Recruitment 2026: 1 Technical Consultant Vacancy – Apply Offline by 02 December 2026

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Remuneration Breakdown by Category:

• Non-pensioners (Level-13A): Rs. 60,000/- consolidated remuneration per month + Rs. 5,000/- conveyance allowance per month.
• Pensioners: Fixed monthly amount = Pay drawn at retirement minus basic pension (unchanged for the term, no annual increment). Conveyance allowance: Rs. 3,000/- (Pay Level-11 and below) or Rs. 5,000/- (Pay Level-12 and above).
• NPS Retirees: 30% of last basic pay deducted from last basic pay; resultant amount is fixed monthly remuneration. Conveyance allowance as per pay level.
• Benefits not applicable: Consultants are not entitled to DA, Transport Facility, Residential Accommodation, Personal Staff, CGHS, Medical Reimbursement, or similar benefits. TA/DA is payable at retired grade pay/pay level rate for official domestic travel.

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Consultant (Technical), Post Code 2026/DLRL/362:
• Must have retired from Central Government, State Government, PSU, autonomous body, or Government R&D organisation.
• Practical knowledge and experience in the field as per Terms of Reference — specifically software development process, Software Quality Assurance (SQA), independent verification and validation (IV&V), and testing of DLRL EW systems.
• Knowledge of DO-178B/C and DGSD standards is mandatory.
• Effective oral and written communication skills and interpersonal abilities with a flair for in-depth examination of own areas of work.
• Experience of having worked with DRDO is accorded preference during selection.
• A gap of 15 days is required between retirement and appointment as Consultant.
• The notification does not specify a minimum educational qualification; candidates should verify discipline-specific eligibility in the official notification PDF.
• Age Limit: Maximum 63 years as on the closing date of application.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

• The notification does not explicitly specify the selection process stages.
• Typically, applications for consultant positions are screened based on eligibility, relevant experience, and alignment with Terms of Reference.
• Shortlisted candidates may be called for interaction or interview as determined by the Competent Authority.
• Candidature is liable to be rejected if any information is found false, incorrect, or incomplete, or if ineligibility is detected at any time before or after selection.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending any interaction, interview, or screening process unless specifically communicated.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

1. Completed Application Form in Annexure II proforma (download from official notification PDF).
2. Self-attested photocopy of Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / PAN Card).
3. Self-attested photocopy of Proof of Address.
4. Self-attested photocopy of Pension Payment Order (if applicable).
5. Self-attested photocopy of Educational Qualification Certificates (from Graduation onwards).
6. Self-attested photocopy of Service Verification Certificate.
7. Application must reach The Director, DLRL, Chandrayangutta Lines, Hyderabad – 500 005 by 02 December 2026 (receipt-based deadline).

Key Instructions:

• The Consultant will work under the Terms of Reference and tasks assigned by the Director of the laboratory during working hours.
• Under special circumstances, the Consultant may be called on holidays or beyond normal working hours without additional benefits or leave.
• The consultancy starts for one year from the date of contract agreement with DRDO and is extendable up to two years with Competent Authority approval.
• Secretary DD(R&D) has the right to examine, review, or terminate the consultancy services at any time.
• The Consultant must abide by the Contract Agreement, Non-Disclosure Agreement, General Conduct Rules, Information Security Act, and other restrictions applicable to Government employees.
• No private business or professional activity conflicting with Government interests is permitted during consultancy.
• The engagement is of a temporary (non-Official) nature against specific jobs.

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