India Optel Limited (IOL) Recruitment 2026: Consultant (Field Trial Coordination) – Sarkari Naukri Notification

Detailed Vacancy Breakdown for India Optel Recruitment 2026

• Note: This vacancy is specifically for Central Government Jobs seekers in the Defence sector.

Qualification & Experience

• Post: Consultant (Field Trial Coordination)
• Essential Qualification: Retired Officer of the Indian Army in the rank of Major / Lt. Colonel / Colonel from the Infantry Corps.
• Retirement Window: Must have retired within the last 03 years from the closing date of the advertisement.
• Experience: Minimum 07 years of experience in Infantry Weapon Systems and coordination with Army Establishments. Basic understanding of Optical/Electro-optical Sights is required.

Age Limit

• Upper Age Limit: 62 years (as of the closing date of advertisement).

Salary Structure & Allowances

• The remuneration is fixed on a consolidated basis. No additional DA, HRA, or Transport Allowance is provided.

How to Apply for India Optel Limited Recruitment 2026

• Interested candidates must apply offline via Speed Post. No other mode of application is accepted.
• Visit the official website www.indiaoptel.in and navigate to the 'Career' tab.
• Download the application form in the prescribed format (Annexure-A).
• Fill the application form in BLOCK LETTERS only.
• Attach self-attested copies of all relevant documents (Age Proof, Qualification, Experience Certificates, PPO, Last Pay Drawn Certificate, etc.).
• Prepare the envelope clearly superscribed: “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF …………………………….. ON FIXED TERM CONTRACT BASIS”.
• Send the application via SPEED POST ONLY to the following address:
• Last Date: 21st day from the date of publication in Employment News.

• www.indiaoptel.in ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.

Selection Process

• The selection for India Optel Limited Jobs will be based on the following stages:
• Screening: By a Screening Committee.
• Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted for an interview in a 1:2 ratio (twice the number of vacancies).
• Interview: Conducted via Video Conferencing/Online mode or in-person.
• Document Verification: Verification of original certificates before the interview.
• Final Merit: Based on interview performance.
• TA/DA will be reimbursed for appearing in the interview as per Government guidelines.

2. What is the age limit for Consultant posts at IOL?

• The upper age limit is 62 years as of the closing date of the advertisement.

5. What is the salary for a Retired Colonel at IOL?

• A Retired Colonel is entitled to a consolidated remuneration of Rs. 1,50,000/- per month.

6. Is there any application fee?

• No, the application fee is NIL for this recruitment.