Individual Consultants Recruitment 2026 – DIO
Defence Innovation Organisation (DIO) · Delhi
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The Defence Innovation Organisation (DIO) is recruiting Individual Consultants for Project Management roles under the iDEX framework, with a total of six positions available. Candidates with relevant qualifications and experience in science, management, or technology are invited to apply. The positions offer a contract of up to five years with competitive consultancy fees based on role.
Vacancies
6 Posts
Closed on
10 Aug 2026
Age limit
Up to 55 years
Qualification
M.Sc
Age Limit
PostProgram Director (PD),Deputy Program Director (DPD),Program Executive (PE),Deputy Program Executive (DPE)
Maximum Age (as on 10 August 2026)Below 55 years,Below 40 years,Below 30 years,Below 26 years
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for the DIO Individual Consultant Recruitment 2026 depends on the specific post applied for, and is based on a combination of educational qualification, post-qualification experience, and age limit.
Qualification
| Post | Educational Qualification & Experience |
|---|---|
| Program Director (PD) | Master's Degree in Science/Management/Technology or equivalent with 10 years of post-qualification experience in the relevant field; OR Bachelor's Degree in the same fields with 12 years of post-qualification experience |
| Deputy Program Director (DPD) | Master's Degree in Science/Management/Technology or equivalent with 6 years of post-qualification experience; OR Bachelor's Degree in the same fields with 8 years of post-qualification experience |
| Program Executive (PE) | Master's Degree in Science/Management/Technology or equivalent with 2 years of post-qualification experience; OR Bachelor's Degree in the same fields with 4 years of post-qualification experience |
| Deputy Program Executive (DPE) | Master's Degree in Science/Management/Technology or equivalent (no post-qualification experience required); OR Bachelor's Degree in the same fields with 1 year of post-qualification experience |
Salary (Consultancy Fee)
| Post | Monthly Consultancy Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| Program Director (PD) | ₹1,80,000 to ₹2,40,000 per month |
| Deputy Program Director (DPD) | ₹1,40,000 to ₹1,80,000 per month |
| Program Executive (PE) | ₹80,000 to ₹1,20,000 per month |
| Deputy Program Executive (DPE) | ₹40,000 to ₹80,000 per month |
Selection Process
Candidates shortlisted from the applications received will be notified about the interview by email. Shortlisted candidates may be called for an in-person interview at New Delhi, or through Video Conferencing. The interview process may involve skill tests, personal interview, group discussions, debates, and/or quizzes. DIO will not entertain any queries regarding fare reimbursement or travel expen...
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates can apply for the DIO Individual Consultant Recruitment 2026 by visiting www.idex.gov.in, filling in the online application form, and uploading the required documents as a single PDF file by 5:00 PM on 10 August 2026.
Important Instructions
The engagement is purely on a contract basis. The place of work is New Delhi; however, the consultant may be deputed to other locations as per DIO's requirements during the engagement period.
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