CWS IIFT Consultant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

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• Updated October 16, 2026 05:19 PM
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• Applications closed on 30 October 2026. The original recruitment details are preserved below.
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Essential Qualification and Experience

• Age Limit: Must not be more than 50 years of age at the time of recruitment.
• Educational Qualification: Must hold a Master's degree in areas such as economics. Consistently good academic record with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade on a point scale wherever the grading system is followed) at both bachelor's and master's levels.
• Ph.D. Degree: Must hold a Ph.D. degree.
• Post-Qualification Experience: Must have a minimum of 8 years of post-qualification experience, out of which a minimum of 3 years must be in the relevant field, for example, international trade and allied fields.
• Additional Requirements: Relevant work experience or research and studies produced in international trade, economics, economic diplomacy, international law, investment, public policy, or in a related discipline is desirable. Candidates should have sound knowledge of computer applications and packages including MS Word, MS Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint, along with a good command of English (spoken and written) and experience in research activities.

Desirable Qualification and Experience

• Candidate holding a degree in Ph.D. Agricultural Economics.
• Agriculture negotiations in the WTO.
• Work relating to notifications under the Agreement on Agriculture.
• Review of compliance with relevant WTO Agreements.
• Matters relating to the WTO Committee on Agriculture.
• Preparation and coordination relating to WTO Ministerial Conferences.
• Work relating to the Trade Negotiations Committee (TNC) and General Council of the WTO.
• Matters relating to India's participation in the WTO Public Forum, Inter-Parliamentary Union, and other relevant international forums.
• WTO-related matters concerning the G-20, OECD, and World Economic Forum.
• Preparation of background material on important WTO issues.

How to Apply for CWS IIFT Consultant with Ph.D

• Ensure eligibility criteria are met and prepare the curriculum vitae (C.V.), all testimonials, list of publications, and last pay certificates combined into a single PDF file, specifying the position and name of the applicant.
• Government officers applying in response to the advertisement must also obtain and submit a letter from the appropriate authority sanctioning cadre clearance.
• Visit the official application portal using the designated online link before the last date of 30 October 2026.
• Submit the application online, ensuring it clearly indicates the post applied for, specific area of work, details of employment over past years, and the list of publications.

Selection and Interview

• The selection process involves the evaluation of applications received through the official online link. Fulfilling the minimum qualifications does not entitle an applicant to be called for the recruitment process. In case of a large number of applicants, IIFT reserves the right to shortlist applicants in any manner considered appropriate. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email for the second round, which comprises a written test and an interview. The written test will assess the candidate's competence and skills in international trade, economics, and economic diplomacy. Candidates attending the interview must make their own arrangements for travel and stay.

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Important Instructions

• A candidate applying for the position must be a citizen of India.
• No reasons for rejection of applications will be communicated in any case.
• The number of posts advertised is indicative; the Centre/IIFT reserves the right not to fill up the posts and may increase or decrease the number of posts at any point in time.
• No correspondence whatsoever will be entertained regarding postal delays, conduct and result of the interview, or reasons for not being called for the interview.
• Documents will be verified with original testimonials at the time of the interview for called applicants.
• Interested and eligible candidates having the required qualifications and experience should only apply.
• The selected candidate will need to join immediately.
• Outside candidates must make their own travel and stay arrangements; the Centre shall bear no expenditure on this account.

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Q1. How many vacancies are available for the Consultant with Ph.D post?

• There is 1 vacancy available for the Consultant with Ph.D position.

Q3. What is the essential educational qualification required?

• Candidates must hold a Master's degree in areas such as economics with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade) at bachelor's and master's levels, along with a Ph.D. degree.

Q4. What is the post-qualification experience required?

• Candidates must have a minimum of 8 years of post-qualification experience, out of which a minimum of 3 years must be in a relevant field such as international trade and allied fields.

Q5. What is the age limit for this recruitment?

• Candidates must not be more than 50 years of age at the time of recruitment.

Q6. What is the salary range for the CWS IIFT Consultant position?

• The selected researcher will be paid a consolidated monthly pay bracket of Rs. 1,45,000 to Rs. 2,65,000.

Q7. Is there any application fee?

• The notification does not mention any application fee.

Q9. What is the selection process for this recruitment?

• The selection process includes shortlisting of applications followed by a second round comprising a written test and an interview.