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Ministry of External Affairs Consultant (MER Division) Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 10 Posts

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Total Vacancies
10 Posts
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Salary / Remuneration
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Selection / Apply Mode
Offline (Post)
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Closing Date
16 January 2026
🏛️ 1. Conducting Organization Ministry of External Affairs 📑 2. Advertisement Reference No. Advt. No. MinistryofExternalAffairs/Rect/2026
💼 3. Nature of Employment Contractual / Project-Based (Tenure) 🎯 4. Exact Post & Vacancy Count Consultant in MER Division (10 Posts)
📮 5. Application / Selection Mode Offline (By Post) 📅 6. Crucial Dates & Timings 16 January 2026
📍 7. Exact Physical Venue / Address
Ministry of External Affairs Regional Headquarters, New Delhi, Delhi, India
💵 8. Application Fee ✓ ₹0 (Nil / Exempted)
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Ministry of External Affairs Consultant (MER Division) Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 10 Posts

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 10 Consultant Posts in the MER Division. Interested and eligible candidates can apply offline or online through the official MEA website. The last date to submit the application form is 16th January 2026.

CategoryDetails
OrganizationMinistry of External Affairs (MEA)
Post NameConsultant in MER Division
Total Vacancies10
SalaryMax Rs. 10 Lakh per annum
Last Date16/01/2026 (17:30 Hrs)
Official Websitemea.gov.in

Vacancy Details 2025

S. No.Post NameNo. of PostsSalary
1Consultant in MER Division10Max Rs. 10 Lakh/annum

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Consultant in MER Division

  • Essential Qualification: Master's and above in Economics, Development Cooperation, Development Partnership, International Relations, International Law, International Development, Strategic Studies, Public Administration, International Trade, Environment and Climate, Trade, Agriculture, Labour Economics, Energy, Health, Disaster Management, Anti-corruption, or related subjects from a reputed Indian or International Institution.
  • Experience: At least one year's experience as a Consultant in the relevant field.
  • Desirable: Good writing and analytical skills, experience in policy making and advocacy, speech writing, analytical writing, preparing negotiation strategy, and proficiency in computers (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Age Limit

  • Maximum age: 35 years as on the last date of submission of applications.

Selection Process

The Ministry will review applications and shortlist candidates for an interview/written test. Shortlisted candidates will be intimated by email. No TA/DA will be payable for attending the interview.

How to Apply

Applications can be submitted via Offline or Online mode.

  • Offline: Send application in the prescribed format (Annexure I) via registered post to: Under Secretary (PF&PG), Ministry of External Affairs, Room No. 4071, Jawaharlal Nehru Bhawan, 23-D, Janpath, New Delhi-110011.
  • Online: Email the application with the subject "Name of Candidate - Position" to: [email protected].

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FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for MEA Consultant Recruitment 2025?
Ans: The last date is 16th January 2026 (up to 17:30 Hrs).

Q2. How many vacancies are available for Consultants?
Ans: There are a total of 10 vacancies.

Q3. What is the age limit for MEA Consultant posts?
Ans: The maximum age limit is 35 years.

Q4. What is the salary for MEA Consultants?
Ans: The remuneration is up to Rs. 10 Lakh per annum.

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