Electronics Test & Development Centre and Centre For Reliability (ETDC CFR), a Government of India electronics testing and reliability facility under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology at Chennai, has announced recruitment for the post of Non-Technical Consultant. There is one vacancy, offered on a contract basis. The role covers noting, drafting and administrative matters such as establishment, procurement and vigilance work at the centre.
ETDC CFR Non-Technical Consultant Recruitment 2026
Posted 13 Oct 2026Updated 13 Oct 20260306030/26
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
10 Nov
23 days left
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Last date 10 Nov 2026 · 23 days left
- Notification07 Oct
- Applications Open07 Oct
About ETDC CFR Non-Technical Consultant Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Electronics Test & Development Centre & Centre For Reliability Chennai
- Advertisement No.
- 0306030/26
- Post Name
- Non-Technical Consultant
- Job Location
- Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 63 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- Retired Central Government employees who have experience of functioning in Government bodies
- Tenure
- One year initially, extendable depending on requirement and performance review but not beyond 5 years after superannuation
- Notice Period
- 15 days notice in writing from either side
Vacancy Breakdown
Non-Technical Consultant
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Non-Technical Consultant | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Non-Technical Consultant - Eligibility
Retired employees of Central Government Ministries/Departments in pay scale of Level 6 - ASO Level (Non S&T), having experience of functioning in Government bodies. Candidates who retired from the post of ASO or equivalent are eligible.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Non-Technical Consultant - Eligibility | Retired employees of Central Government Ministries/Departments in pay scale of Level 6 - ASO Level (Non S&T), having experience of functioning in Government bodies. Candidates who retired from the post of ASO or equivalent are eligible. |
Age Limit
Not more than 63 years of age as on the last date of receipt of application (10 November 2026)
Selection Process
- 1Empanelment
Candidates meeting the conditions are empanelled on the basis of criteria like experience and qualification.
- 2Selection by Committee
The consultant is selected by a duly constituted committee.
Salary Structure
A fixed monthly amount arrived at by deducting the Basic Pension (uncommuted) from the Last Pay Drawn at the time of retirement, as per DoE OM No.3-25/2020-E.III A dated 09.12.2020. For officers retired from autonomous bodies and officers not entitled to pension, remuneration is fixed at 50% of last basic pay drawn.
How to Apply
- 1Download the application format from the official notification
- 2Fill in the application form with personal, retirement and last pay details
- 3Attach attested copies of age proof, Pension Payment Order or Last Pay Certificate, and educational and technical certificates
- 4Superscribe the envelope with "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF NON-TECHNICAL CONSULTANT ON CONTRACT BASIS"
- 5Send the application by Speed Post or Registered Post to ETDC/CFR, Dr. VSI Estate, Thiruvanmiyur, Chennai 600041
- 6Email a copy of the application with the attested documents to [email protected]
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Application in the attached format
•Attested copy of Age Proof
•Attested copy of Pension Payment Order (PPO) or Last Pay Certificate (LPC)
•Attested copies of educational and technical certificates
Important Details
- The engagement is on a full time basis and the consultant is not permitted to take up any other assignment during the consultancy period.
- The engagement is temporary in nature and can be cancelled at any time by the STQC Directorate without assigning any reason.
- The consultant must mark attendance in the biometric system.
Remuneration and Allowances
A fixed monthly amount is paid, arrived at by deducting the basic pension (uncommuted) from the last basic pay drawn at retirement. No increment and no Dearness Allowance are allowed during the contract. Transport Allowance of Rs. 3600 per month is paid for commuting between residence and place of work, not exceeding the rate applicable at the time of retirement, with no DA on it. No accommodation or HRA is provided, and no TA/DA is admissible for joining the assignment or on its completion.
Leave and Working Hours
Paid leave of absence is allowed at 1.5 days for each completed month of service, and leave cannot be accumulated beyond a calendar year. Working hours are 09.30 AM to 06.00 PM, Monday to Friday, as per the working hours of ETDC Chennai, with no extra remuneration for late sitting or attending office on holidays.
Job Description
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Fair knowledge of Government software packages such as PFMS, Bhavishya, GeM and NSDL
- General proficiency in using computers for day to day office work
- Proficient in noting and conversant with drafting of establishment and finance related rules and regulations of the Government of India
- Capable of handling administrative matters in General Administration, Personnel Administration, Stores and Procurement, Vigilance matters, Court Cases, Parliament Questions and related matters, RTI and examination of financial proposals
Termination of Engagement
- If the consultant is unable to accomplish the assigned work
- If the quality of work is not to the satisfaction of ETDC Chennai
- If the consultant fails in timely achievement of milestones
- If the consultant is found lacking in honesty and integrity
- If a government official is posted who could do the consultant's job
- If the requirement of the consultant ceases to exist
- If the undertaking information given by the candidate is found false
- If the consultant completes 5 years of retirement
Confidentiality
The consultant shall not utilise, publish, disclose or part with any data, statistics, proceedings or information gathered during the assignment to a third party without the express written consent of the Ministry, and shall hand over the entire set of records before expiry of the contract and before the final payment is released.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 044-24547791, 044-24543792
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the consultant allowed to take up other work during the engagement?
No. The engagement is on a full time basis and the consultant cannot take up any other assignment during the consultancy period with ETDC Chennai.
Can the engagement be extended beyond one year?
Yes. The initial engagement is for one year and may be extended depending on the requirement of ETDC Chennai and a performance review, but not beyond 5 years after superannuation.
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