The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, a premier B-School under the Department of Commerce, Government of India, is hiring a Consultant (HR) on a contract basis for its New Delhi campus. There is a single position, and the role involves handling the day-to-day administrative work of the Institute's HR Division, including recruitment, promotions, service matters and establishment work. The engagement suits experienced retired government or university personnel.
IIFT Consultant Recruitment 2026
Posted 12 Oct 2026Updated 12 Oct 2026Advt. / NT/ Con. / Del./ 16/ 2026
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
27 Oct
9 days left
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Last date 27 Oct 2026 · 9 days left
- Notification12 Oct
- Applications Opentill 27 Oct
About IIFT Consultant (HR) Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indian Institute of Foreign Trade
- Advertisement No.
- Advt. / NT/ Con. / Del./ 16/ 2026
- Post Name
- Consultant (HR)
- Job Location
- New Delhi, Delhi
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 62 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- Minimum 10 years working experience at least at the level of Assistant Registrar / Administrative Officer or above in Central Govt./State Govt./Educational Institute of Government/Autonomous body/University
- Tenure
- Initially for 1 year, extendable subject to performance and Institute requirements up to a maximum of 4 years
Vacancy Breakdown
Consultant (HR)
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Consultant (HR) | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Consultant (HR) - Qualification and Experience
Good academic record plus Masters' degree with at least 55% of marks or its equivalent grade of B in the UGC seven point scale. The person must be able to work fluently on Computer and MS Office. Good command over English language (both written and spoken). Minimum 10 years working experience at least at the level of Assistant Registrar / Administrative Officer or above in Central Govt./State Govt./Educational Institute of Government/Autonomous body/University. Should have experience and knowledge of handling of recruitment, service matters, office procedures, RTI matters, reservations, Court matters and other establishment matters. Should have retired from Central Govt./State Govt./Autonomous Body/University/reputed Educational Institute of Government from the pay level of L-10 (PB-3 + 5400 G.P.) or above and must be well acquainted with the administrative work related to Establishment / HR Cell / Division in a reputed Government Educational Institute. Must have thorough knowledge of Central Government rules like GFR, FR & SR, MACPS guidelines, pay fixation, recruitments, appointment, promotions etc.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Consultant (HR) - Qualification and Experience | Good academic record plus Masters' degree with at least 55% of marks or its equivalent grade of B in the UGC seven point scale. The person must be able to work fluently on Computer and MS Office. Good command over English language (both written and spoken). Minimum 10 years working experience at least at the level of Assistant Registrar / Administrative Officer or above in Central Govt./State Govt./Educational Institute of Government/Autonomous body/University. Should have experience and knowledge of handling of recruitment, service matters, office procedures, RTI matters, reservations, Court matters and other establishment matters. Should have retired from Central Govt./State Govt./Autonomous Body/University/reputed Educational Institute of Government from the pay level of L-10 (PB-3 + 5400 G.P.) or above and must be well acquainted with the administrative work related to Establishment / HR Cell / Division in a reputed Government Educational Institute. Must have thorough knowledge of Central Government rules like GFR, FR & SR, MACPS guidelines, pay fixation, recruitments, appointment, promotions etc. |
Age Limit
Less than 62 years on the closing date of application
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting
Fulfilment of the qualification and experience conditions does not entitle an applicant to be called further; if there are many applicants IIFT may shortlist in any manner it considers appropriate and no reason for rejection is communicated.
- 2Written Test / Interaction
Only shortlisted candidates are informed by email to appear for a written test or interaction at the IIFT Campus, B-21, Qutab Institutional Area, New Delhi 110016.
Salary Structure
Rs. 1,00,000 to Rs. 1,20,000 per month (consolidated), depending upon the experience and qualification of the candidate; higher salary may be offered to deserving candidates
How to Apply
- 1Open the official application portal using the link given in the advertisement
- 2Fill out the online application form with the required details
- 3Submit the application before the closing date
Important Details
- The engagement is on a contract basis and does not confer any right or claim for regular appointment in the Institute.
- Selected candidates have to join duty immediately upon receipt of the offer.
- IIFT reserves the right to increase or decrease the posts and to fill or not to fill the advertised post.
- Candidates who do not have the requisite experience or qualification need not apply.
Key Responsibilities of the Consultant (HR)
- Recruitment of teaching and non-teaching staff, regular and contractual
- Processing of promotion and MACP cases of employees
- Adoption and implementation of orders, circulars and guidelines of the Government of India on various service matters
- Maintenance of reservation and vacancy rosters
- Preparation and floating of advertisements for recruitment of regular and contractual posts
- Handling of court cases and submission of para-wise comments related to service matters
- Furnishing replies to Parliament questions and quarterly, half-yearly and annual returns relating to recruitment of SC, ST, OBC and PWD
- Preparation of agenda papers for meetings of the Board of Management related to HR matters
- Preparation and maintenance of seniority lists
- Maintenance and upkeep of important records and documents of the Institute for timely retrieval
- Answering employee queries as per the guidelines and rules of the Institute
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