Munitions India Limited, a defence public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Defence that manufactures ammunition and explosives, is hiring a Director for the DPSU Coordination Cell (DCC) on a full-time contract basis. There is a single vacancy, and the role is based at IIT Madras, where the appointed Director will coordinate long-term collaborative research between defence PSUs and the institute, working with faculty, research scholars and stakeholders across defence production and technology.
Munitions India Recruitment 2026 - Director, DPSU Coordination Cell (DCC) Posts
Posted 01 Oct 2026Updated 01 Oct 202602-2026/MIL/HR/2026-27/
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
12 Oct
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About Munitions India Director, DPSU Coordination Cell (DCC) Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Munitions India
- Advertisement No.
- 02-2026/MIL/HR/2026-27/
- Post Name
- Director, DPSU Coordination Cell (DCC)
- Job Location
- Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Applications are invited from eligible retired senior executives; no residence or domicile restriction is stated)
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 65 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- At least 10 years of relevant operational, technical and managerial experience in defence production, R&D or technology management, particularly in High Energy Materials, Ammunition and Explosives, or research/publications in defence technology. Applicants must have retired from a DPSU at E-8/E-9 or Central Government Pay Level 14 and above, or be equivalent grade Professors/Scientists retired from IITs, CSIR, DRDO, ISRO, etc.
- Pay Scale
- Fixed consolidated remuneration of Rs. 1,30,000 per month
- Tenure
- Purely contractual, initially for 2 years, extendable up to a maximum of 5 years or until attaining 67 years of age, whichever is earlier
- Notice Period
- One month's notice or remuneration in lieu of notice by either party
Vacancy Breakdown
Director, DPSU Coordination Cell (DCC)
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Director, DPSU Coordination Cell (DCC) | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Director, DPSU Coordination Cell (DCC)
Essential: Graduate Degree in Engineering/Technology/Science or equivalent discipline from a recognized University/Institutes. Desirable: Masters or higher degree in Engineering/Technology/Science.
Director, DPSU Coordination Cell (DCC) - Experience
Persons retired from any DPSU at the Pay Scale of E-8/E-9 or equivalent Central Government Pay Level 14 and above, or equivalent grade Professors/Scientists retired from IITs, CSIR, DRDO, ISRO, etc., or any other officers retired from analogous posts of Central Government at Pay Level 14 and above. Relevant operational, technical and managerial experience of at least 10 years in defence production, R&D or technology management, particularly in the field of High Energy Materials, Ammunition and Explosives, or research/publications in defence technology.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Director, DPSU Coordination Cell (DCC) | Essential: Graduate Degree in Engineering/Technology/Science or equivalent discipline from a recognized University/Institutes. Desirable: Masters or higher degree in Engineering/Technology/Science. |
| Director, DPSU Coordination Cell (DCC) - Experience | Persons retired from any DPSU at the Pay Scale of E-8/E-9 or equivalent Central Government Pay Level 14 and above, or equivalent grade Professors/Scientists retired from IITs, CSIR, DRDO, ISRO, etc., or any other officers retired from analogous posts of Central Government at Pay Level 14 and above. Relevant operational, technical and managerial experience of at least 10 years in defence production, R&D or technology management, particularly in the field of High Energy Materials, Ammunition and Explosives, or research/publications in defence technology. |
Age Limit
Maximum age limit is 65 years as on the closing date of receipt of application
Application Fee
All Candidates
Nil
Selection Process
- 1Scrutiny of Applications
A Selection Committee constituted by MIL will scrutinise the applications.
- 2Shortlisting
Candidates are shortlisted on merit based on total experience and qualifications acquired, with specific R&D experience considered; the ratio of vacancies to candidates called for interview is 1:3.
- 3Interview
Shortlisted candidates are called before the Selection Committee; call letters are sent by email.
Shortlisting ratio: 1:3
Salary Structure
Fixed consolidated remuneration of Rs. 1,30,000 per month
How to Apply
- 1Download and print the application form from the Munitions India Limited website.
- 2Fill in the application form in block letters only.
- 3Attach self-attested copies of educational qualifications, proof of age, experience certificate, Pension Payment Order (PPO) and vigilance clearance certificate based on the last 5 years of service.
- 4Paste a self-attested passport size photograph on the form and enclose two extra self-attested photographs.
- 5Superscript the envelope with 'APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF DIRECTOR-DPSU COORDINATION CELL (DCC) AT IIT MADRAS'.
- 6Send the completed application by post to The Chairman & Managing Director, Munitions India Limited, Corporate Office: Nyati Unitree, 2nd Floor, Yerwada, Pune-411006.
- 7Ensure the application reaches the office by 12 October 2026 up to 18:00 hrs.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Self-attested copies of educational qualifications
•Proof of age
•Experience certificate
•Pension Payment Order (PPO)
•Vigilance clearance certificate based on last 5 years of service from parent organisation
•APAR gradings of the last 3 years of service
•Two extra self-attested photographs (name and date of birth written on the back)
Important Details
- The engagement is purely contractual and does not confer any right on the person engaged to claim the status of a regular employee of the company.
- The selected Director is governed by the Official Secrets Act, 1923 and must submit a vigilance clearance certificate based on the last 5 years of service from the parent organisation.
- Performance is assessed on a half-yearly basis.
- Only shortlisted candidates are informed by email, and the ratio of vacancies to candidates called for interview is 1:3.
- The working hours of IIT Madras are to be followed, or as guided by MIL.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
- Coordinate between the concerned DPSUs and IIT Madras for identification and promotion of long term research areas and projects
- Facilitate liaison between DPSUs, faculty members, researchers and other stakeholders for development of research proposals and projects
- Assist DPSUs in identifying their technological and research requirements for long term research projects
- Monitor progress of approved research projects and coordinate with stakeholders for timely resolution of issues
- Review the status of research activities under the scheme and submit periodic reports to the concerned authority
- Facilitate meetings, review meetings and other interactions between DPSUs and the concerned technical institutes
- Maintain records and database of proposals, approved projects, research students and ongoing research activities
- Identify issues affecting implementation and progress of research projects and coordinate their resolution
- Ensure effective communication and coordination among DPSUs, IIT Madras and other institutions under the scheme
- Perform any other duties related to implementation and coordination of the scheme as assigned by the Competent Authority
Leave and Other Entitlements
The person engaged gets 30 days leave a year, credited at 2.5 days for every calendar month of service, accumulable up to a maximum of 30 days and encashable after completion of one year. One day casual leave is admissible for each completed month of engagement. Not more than 5 days leave in a month and not more than 3 consecutive days at a stretch are allowed, except on medical grounds. Travel by economy class air fare, AC 2 Tier train fare or AC taxi is admissible, with DA at the rates of the level from which the person superannuated or equivalent level in other organisations.
Benefits Not Admissible
- Promotions
- OT allowance
- Loans, advances and interest subsidies
- Medical facilities
- Contingency advance
- School fee reimbursement
- LTC/LTA facilities
- Grant of study leave
- Sponsorship for higher studies
- Any other benefit admissible to regular employees beyond those mentioned in the advertisement
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 020-67080400
Frequently Asked Questions
Can serving officers apply for the Director, DCC post?
No. The notice invites applications only from eligible retired senior executives of DPSUs, IITs, CSIR, DRDO, ISRO or the Central Government at Pay Level 14 and above.
Does this engagement give any right to a regular job in Munitions India Limited?
No. The engagement is purely contractual and does not confer the status of a regular employee of the company.
How will shortlisted candidates be told about the interview?
Only shortlisted candidates are informed by email, and call letters are sent to them by email.
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