The Gas Turbine Research Establishment, a Bengaluru-based laboratory of the Defence Research and Development Organisation, has invited applications for the engagement of retired government employees as Consultants on a short-term contract basis. A total of 3 posts are on offer across Technical and Admin & Allied categories, covering areas such as engine test documentation, technical photography and HR activities. The roles suit retired officials from Central and State Governments, PSUs, autonomous bodies, universities and government R&D organisations who want to continue contributing their expertise to defence research work.
DRDO GTRE Consultant Recruitment 2026
Posted 09 Oct 2026Updated 09 Oct 2026DRDO/GTRE/HRD/Consultants/001/2026-27
Total Vacancies
3
Last Date
29 Oct
11 days left
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Last date 29 Oct 2026 · 11 days left
- Notification06 Oct
- Applications Open09 Oct
About DRDO GTRE Consultant Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Gas Turbine Research Establishment
- Advertisement No.
- DRDO/GTRE/HRD/Consultants/001/2026-27
- Post Name
- Consultant (Pay Level-12, Technical), Consultant (Pay Level-11, Technical) and Consultant (Pay Level-6, Admin & Allied)
- Job Location
- Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 63 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Tenure
- One year from the date of engagement, extendable as per norms
- Notice Period
- One week prior written notice by the Competent Authority for termination; one month prior notice by the consultant for resignation, with payment of one month's remuneration in lieu of notice at the discretion of the Competent Authority
Vacancy Breakdown
Consultant (Pay Level-12, Technical)
1
Consultant (Pay Level-11, Technical)
1
Consultant (Pay Level-6, Admin & Allied)
1
Total3
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Consultant (Pay Level-12, Technical) | 1 |
| Consultant (Pay Level-11, Technical) | 1 |
| Consultant (Pay Level-6, Admin & Allied) | 1 |
| Grand Total | 3 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Consultant (Pay Level-12, Technical)1 post
- Qualification
- Retired from Central / State Governments, PSUs, Autonomous Bodies, Universities or Govt R&D Organizations at Pay Level-12, possessing practical knowledge and adequate experience in Data Acquisition and Monitoring System (DAMS) with electronics domain expertise, technical co-ordination for demand purchase activities, and technical documentation / engine test reports.
- Experience
- Adequate experience in Data Acquisition and Monitoring System (DAMS) with electronics domain expertise, technical co-ordination for demand purchase activities and technical documentation / engine test reports.
- Post Code
- 2026/GTRE/338
- Category of Work
- Technical; Managerial and Supervisory; Purchase Co-ordination & Documentation
- Place of Posting
- Bengaluru
- Contract Duration
- One year, extendable as per norms
Consultant (Pay Level-11, Technical)1 post
- Qualification
- Retired from Central / State Governments, PSUs, Autonomous Bodies, Universities or Govt R&D Organizations at Pay Level-11, possessing practical knowledge and adequate experience in Technical Photography, Videography and Visual Documentation related to engine testing, rig testing, component documentation, project activities, institutional events and official functions.
- Experience
- Adequate experience in technical photography and videography in industrial / R&D / testing environments, image and video processing, editing, cataloguing and archival systems, and documentation of components, assemblies and hardware for technical records.
- Post Code
- 2026/GTRE/339
- Category of Work
- Photographer
- Place of Posting
- Bengaluru
- Contract Duration
- One year, extendable as per norms
Consultant (Pay Level-6, Admin & Allied)1 post
- Qualification
- Retired from Central / State Governments, PSUs, Autonomous Bodies, Universities or Govt R&D Organizations at Pay Level-6, possessing practical knowledge and adequate experience in the HR domain to manage HRD activities such as training need identification, higher studies schemes, CEPs, orientation programmes, apprentice training and related administrative tasks.
- Experience
- Well qualified with versatile knowledge and experience in the HR domain to plan and coordinate HR activities.
- Post Code
- 2026/GTRE/340
- Category of Work
- Admin & Allied
- Place of Posting
- Bengaluru
- Contract Duration
- One year, extendable as per norms
Age Limit
Maximum 63 years as on the closing date for receipt of the application (29-10-2026)
Selection Process
- 1Preliminary Scrutiny
Applications received by the closing date are examined for fulfilment of the basic eligibility criteria and the Terms of Reference by a locally-constituted committee.
- 2Screening Committee
A duly-constituted Screening Committee assesses the suitability of candidates and shortlists them keeping in view the eligibility criteria, TOR, GFR provisions and relevant guidelines; the merit-wise panel including wait-listed candidates remains valid for six months.
- 3Offer of Appointment
The Directorate of Personnel, DRDO HQ issues the offer of appointment containing the terms and conditions after approval of the Competent Authority on the recommendations of the Screening Committee.
Salary Structure
Consultant (Pay Level-12, Technical)
Pay: Pensioners: a fixed monthly amount arrived at by deducting the basic pension from the pay drawn at the time of retirement. Non-pensioners: Rs. 60,000 per month. Conveyance allowance Rs. 5,000 for Pay Level 12 and above.
Consultant (Pay Level-11, Technical)
Pay: Pensioners: a fixed monthly amount arrived at by deducting the basic pension from the pay drawn at the time of retirement. Non-pensioners: Rs. 50,000 per month. Conveyance allowance Rs. 3,000 up to Pay Level 11.
Consultant (Pay Level-6, Admin & Allied)
Pay: Pensioners: a fixed monthly amount arrived at by deducting the basic pension from the pay drawn at the time of retirement. Non-pensioners: Rs. 30,000 per month. Conveyance allowance Rs. 3,000 up to Pay Level 11.
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Consultant (Pay Level-12, Technical) | Pensioners: a fixed monthly amount arrived at by deducting the basic pension from the pay drawn at the time of retirement. Non-pensioners: Rs. 60,000 per month. Conveyance allowance Rs. 5,000 for Pay Level 12 and above. |
| Consultant (Pay Level-11, Technical) | Pensioners: a fixed monthly amount arrived at by deducting the basic pension from the pay drawn at the time of retirement. Non-pensioners: Rs. 50,000 per month. Conveyance allowance Rs. 3,000 up to Pay Level 11. |
| Consultant (Pay Level-6, Admin & Allied) | Pensioners: a fixed monthly amount arrived at by deducting the basic pension from the pay drawn at the time of retirement. Non-pensioners: Rs. 30,000 per month. Conveyance allowance Rs. 3,000 up to Pay Level 11. |
How to Apply
- 1Download the official notification and print the application format given in Appendix 'A'.
- 2Fill in all required details in block letters, including Post Code, personal particulars, superannuation details and complete service record.
- 3Enclose self-attested copies of the mandatory supporting documents.
- 4Send the completed application by speed post to The Director, Gas Turbine Research Establishment, C.V Raman Nagar, Post No. 9302, Bengaluru 560093, or by email to [email protected].
- 5Ensure the application reaches GTRE on or before 29 October 2026, as applications received after the closing date are rejected automatically.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Identity Proof
•Proof of Address
•Copy of P.P.O (Pension Payment Order)
•Copy of proofs of Educational Qualification
•Copy of Service Verification Certificate
Important Details
- The engagement is purely on a short-term contract basis and is not a case of re-employment; consultants are not entitled to absorption or regularization of service with DRDO and shall not exercise any statutory, legal or financial powers.
- A gap of at least 15 days is mandatory between the date of retirement and appointment as a consultant.
- Candidates who have worked with DRDO are accorded preference during selection.
- Remuneration plus pension drawn by the consultant shall not exceed the last pay drawn at the current rate of DA.
Terms of Reference
- Post Code 2026/GTRE/338 (Pay Level-12): Work for the Data Acquisition and Monitoring System (DAMS) Group covering upkeep and troubleshooting of the existing data acquisition system, operation and maintenance of the DAMS system, technical support for upgradation of the data acquisition system, and setting up of data acquisition systems for upcoming new engine test facilities.
- Post Code 2026/GTRE/339 (Pay Level-11): Technical photography, videography and visual documentation of engine testing, rig testing, components, assemblies and build stages, official events, seminars, conferences, training programmes and VVIP/VIP visits, including processing, editing, captioning and archival of photographs and videos.
- Post Code 2026/GTRE/340 (Pay Level-6): HRD activities including training need identification, higher studies in India and abroad under the DRDO R&T Scheme, targeted trainings, CEPs, POINTs and orientation programmes, apprentice training, awarding of JRFs, APAR compilation and lab level events.
Contract Terms
- The engagement is initially for one year from the date of entering into the contract agreement with DRDO, unless extended.
- Paid leave of absence is admissible at 1.5 days for each completed month of service, with no accumulation of leave beyond a calendar year.
- The contract may be terminated by the Competent Authority with one week's prior written notice; the consultant may resign with one month's prior notice.
- The selected candidate signs the Contract Agreement and Non-Disclosure Agreement on a non-judicial stamp paper of Rs. 500.
- The consultant shall follow the normal working hours of the employing office and may be required to work beyond them as work exigencies demand.
- The Intellectual Property Rights of the data and deliverables shall be the exclusive property of DRDO.
Documents on Receipt of Offer of Appointment
- Letter of Consent
- Contract Agreement
- Non-Disclosure Agreement
- Undertaking towards acceptance of the Terms & Conditions contained in the Offer of Appointment
Contact
Email: [email protected]
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