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The National Education Society for Tribal Affairs (NESTS), an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India, has released a notification for the engagement of retired government employees on a contract basis. The organization is looking to fill positions for Consultant (Admn.) at its office in New Delhi. This is an excellent opportunity for retired government officials with expertise in administration and HR to continue serving the nation.
NESTS Consultant Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | National Education Society for Tribal Affairs (NESTS) |
| Post Name | Consultant (Admn.) |
| Total Vacancies | 02 |
| Apply Mode | Offline (By Post) |
| Last Date to Apply | 19th January 2026 |
| Official Website | nests.tribal.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Age Limit | Remuneration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consultant (Admn.) | 02 (One Roster Reservation, One for Pay Fixation) | 62 years as on closing date | Calculated by deducting pension from Basic Pay drawn at retirement. For NPS retirees, 30% of last basic pay is deducted. |
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for Consultant (Admn.)
- Essential Qualification: Retired from pay level 6 to 8 of the Pay Matrix as per the 7th CPC. Must have working knowledge of computer applications in day-to-day office functioning.
- Experience (Roster Reservation): Minimum five years of experience in handling reservation and other HR-related issues.
- Experience (Pay Fixation): Minimum five years of experience in handling pay fixation and other HR-related issues.
Salary / Remuneration
The selected candidates will receive a fixed monthly remuneration. The amount is calculated by deducting the basic pension from the pay drawn at the time of retirement. For persons retired under NPS, an amount equivalent to 30% of the last basic pay drawn is deducted from the last basic pay, and the resultant amount is fixed as the monthly remuneration. No DA/HRA or residential accommodation is admissible. Transport Allowance is allowed at the rate applicable at the time of retirement.
Important Dates
| Date of Notification | 31st December 2025 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application | 19th January 2026 |
Selection Process
The engagement is purely on a contract basis. Applications received will be shortlisted based on the experience and qualifications of the applicants. Shortlisted candidates will be selected based on an interview. NESTS reserves the right to reject any application without assigning any reason.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria must submit their application in the prescribed format (Annexure-II) in a sealed cover. The envelope should be superscribed with "Application for Engagement of Retired Government Employee on Contract Basis as Consultant (Admn.) in NESTS".
The application must reach the following address by 19.01.2026:
Joint Commissioner (NESTS)
Gate No. 5, Jeevan Tara Building,
Parliament Street, New Delhi 110 001
Documents to be enclosed:
- Copy of PPO
- Copy of Last Pay Certificate
- Copy of PAN card and AADHAR card
- Service certificate mentioning date of retirement
- Copy of Essential Educational Qualification
- Copy of Post Qualification Experience
- Complete CV
Important Links
Important Links:
Official Notification PDF: Click here
Official Website: Click here
FAQs
Q1: What is the last date to apply for NESTS Consultant Recruitment?
A: The last date to submit the application is 19th January 2026.
Q2: What is the age limit for the post?
A: The upper age limit is 62 years as on the closing date of application.
Q3: How many vacancies are available?
A: There are a total of 2 vacancies for Consultant (Admn.).
Q4: What is the mode of application?
A: Candidates must apply offline by sending the filled application form to the specified address.
Q5: Is computer knowledge required?
A: Yes, candidates must have working knowledge of computer applications.