The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Consultant Notification 2026 has been released on the official website of the Ministry of External Affairs. A total of 2 vacancies have been announced through the MEA Consultant Recruitment 2026. Candidates aged 23 to 35 years who have a Post Graduate degree are eligible to apply for these Consultant vacancies. The application process for MEA Consultant Recruitment 2026 is open and will remain open until 16 April 2026.
MEA Consultant Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Company Name | Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) |
| Post Name | Consultant |
| No of Posts | 2 |
| Salary | Rs. 10 lakh per annum |
| Qualification | Post Graduate |
| Age Limit | Min: 23, Max: 35 years |
| Last Date | 16 April 2026 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Contract |
MEA Consultant Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates who are interested in applying for the MEA Recruitment 2026 should first download and carefully read the official notification PDF. The notification contains complete details about vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, stipend/salary, selection process, important dates, and application instructions. Reading the official document is important to ensure that you meet all requirements before submitting the application form.
Download MEA Consultant Job 2026 Notification PDF
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
| Consultant in PP&R Division | 2 |
| Total | 2 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Post Graduate from a recognized university in India or abroad.
- Specialized domain knowledge/evidence of original thinking/evidence of content writing-peer-reviewed publications, journals, newspapers/media reports/experience of work in a reputed university, think-tank or research organization in the area of International Affairs/Public Policy.
- Evidence of wide-ranging experience in writing and presentation skills.
- Work experience in reputed academic institutions / international think-tanks/organizations (Desirable)
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 23 years
- Maximum Age: 35 years
Salary / Stipend
- Remuneration package will be commensurate with the experience and profile of the selected candidate, subject to a maximum of Rs.10 lakh per annum and deduction of applicable taxes.
- The amount of consultancy fee so fixed shall remain unchanged during the term of engagement.
- No HRA shall be admissible.
- Engagement is on full time basis.
- Normal working hours will be from 0900 to 1730 hrs.
- Working hours is subject to change from time to time.
- Saturdays/Sundays will remain closed as weekend off.
- In exigencies, he/she may be required to work beyond office hours and/or on holidays. No extra allowance or remuneration for such work is admissible.
- He/She shall not accept any other professional appointment, paid or otherwise in government or private sector or in any other organization of any kind during the term of engagement with this Ministry.
- Paid leave of absence may be allowed at the rate of 1.5 days for each completed month of service.
- Accumulation of leave beyond a calendar year may not be allowed.
- Leave cannot be claimed as a matter of right.
- Leave will not be allowed for more than 10 days at a time.
- Discretion is reserved to the Head of Division to refuse or revoke leave in the public interest.
- Leave encashment will not be permissible on unspent leave.
- Unspent leave will lapse on commencement of notice period.
- No other leave of any kind shall be admissible to him/her.
- In case he/she remains absent from duty beyond entitled leave, a proportionate deduction from the consolidated fee as applicable will be made.
- In case the Consultant is required to travel as part of his/her duties, the Ministry will take care of his/her travel, accommodation and per-diem costs, as per Ministry's guidelines.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Last date for receiving applications | 16 April 2026 |
Selection Process
- Review of applications and shortlist candidates
- Interview / written test
How to Apply
Candidates who wish to apply for MEA Consultant Recruitment 2026 through offline mode should follow the steps below.
- Read the official notification carefully before applying.
- Download the application form from the official website: .
- Fill the application form carefully with correct information.
- Attach self-attested copies of required documents such as photograph, signature, ID proof, and certificates.
- Check all details carefully before submission.
- Send the completed application form to the address mentioned in the notification through Speed Post / Registered Post or as instructed.
- Ensure the application reaches before the last date: 16-04-2026.
- Keep a photocopy of the submitted application form for future reference.
MEA Consultant Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
