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- Updated April 07, 2026 02:24 PM
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- Applications closed on 24 April 2026. The original recruitment details are preserved below.
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- Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Consultant Notification 2026 has been released on the official website mea.gov.in. A total of 1 vacancy has been announced through the MEA Consultant Recruitment 2026.
- Candidates aged 32 to 56 years (up to 63 years for retired Government employees) who have a Doctoral degree in disarmament/international security or are retired GoI officials (Level 14 or above) with relevant experience are eligible to apply for this Consultant vacancy. The application process for MEA Consultant Recruitment 2026 is being conducted through Offline/Email mode, and candidates can submit their applications until 24 April 2026.
- Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply through the direct links provided below in this article.
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MEA Consultant Recruitment 2026 - Overview
MEA Consultant Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
- Candidates who are interested in applying for the MEA Recruitment 2026 should first download and carefully read the official notification PDF. The notification contains complete details about vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, stipend/salary, selection process, important dates, and application instructions. Reading the official document is important to ensure that you meet all requirements before submitting the application form.
- Download MEA Consultant Job 2026 Notification PDF
MEA Consultant Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details
MEA Consultant Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
- Doctoral degree with specialization in a domain of relevance of disarmament and international security from a reputed/recognised institution from India or abroad.
- OR retired Government of India employee with pay level 14 or above as per the 7th CPC at the time of their superannuation and should not be more than 63 years of age as on last date for submission of the application.
- Minimum of 5 years' work experience in think-tanks, academia etc. dealing with matters of relevance to disarmament and international security.
- Strong written and spoken English skills.
MEA Consultant Recruitment 2026 - Application Fee
MEA Consultant Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 32 years
- Maximum Age: 56 years (for doctoral degree holders)
- Maximum Age: 63 years (for retired Govt. employees)
MEA Consultant Recruitment 2026 - Salary / Stipend
- Remuneration package will be commensurate with the experience and profile of the selected candidate, subject to a maximum of Rs. 18 lakh per annum and deduction of applicable taxes.
- The amount of consultancy fee so fixed shall remain unchanged during the term of engagement.
- In case of retired Government of India official the remuneration will be as per the prevailing norms of Department of Expenditure.
MEA Consultant Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
MEA Consultant Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
- Review of applications
- Shortlisting of candidates
- Interview / Written test
How to Apply
- Candidates who wish to apply for MEA Consultant Recruitment 2026 through offline mode should follow the steps below.
- Read the official notification carefully before applying.
- Download the application form from the official website: .
- Fill the application form carefully with correct information.
- Attach self-attested copies of required documents such as photograph, signature, ID proof, and certificates.
- Check all details carefully before submission.
- Send the completed application form to the address mentioned in the notification through Speed Post / Registered Post or as instructed.
- Ensure the application reaches before the last date: 24-04-2026.
- Keep a photocopy of the submitted application form for future reference.
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Q2. What is the educational qualification required for the Consultant post?
- Candidates must possess a Doctoral degree with specialization in disarmament and international security. Alternatively, retired Government of India employees with pay level 14 or above (7th CPC) and not exceeding 63 years of age are also eligible.
Q3. What is the age limit for applying to the Consultant position?
- For candidates with a doctoral degree, the age limit is between 32 to 56 years. For retired Government employees, the maximum age limit is 63 years as of the application deadline.
Q4. What is the salary offered for the Consultant post?
- The selected candidate will receive a remuneration package commensurate with their experience and profile, with a maximum of Rs. 18 lakh per annum, subject to applicable taxes and prevailing norms for retired government officials.
Q5. How many vacancies are available for the Consultant post?
- There is one vacancy available for the Consultant post in the Ministry of External Affairs.
Q9. What are the key stages in the selection process?
- The selection process involves a review of applications, shortlisting of candidates, followed by an interview or written test.
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