Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Consultant Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official MEA website. The last date to submit the application form is 03-03-2026. In this article, you’ll find the MEA Consultant Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.

MEA Consultant Recruitment 2026 Overview

For complete details of the recruitment including application proforma (Annexure-I), eligibility criteria, and additional instructions, download the official notification PDF from the link above.

Vacancy Details

Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) is recruiting 1 Consultant for the Policy Planning & Research (PP&R) Division on a contractual basis for 1 year, extendable based on performance assessment and organizational requirement. This is a specialized position requiring domain expertise in International Affairs and Public Policy.

Eligibility Criteria

Essential Qualifications

• Nationality: Must be an Indian national.
• Educational Qualification: Post Graduate from a recognized university in India or abroad.
• Age: 35–45 years as on 03.03.2026.
• Domain Expertise: Specialized knowledge in International Affairs/Public Policy with evidence of original thinking, peer-reviewed publications, content writing in journals/newspapers/media reports, or work experience in reputed universities, think-tanks, or research organizations.
• Writing & Presentation: Evidence of wide-ranging experience in writing and presentation skills.
• Government Experience: Previous experience in any Ministry/Department of Government of India.

Desirable Qualifications

• Previous experience in the Ministry of External Affairs.
• Knowledge of foreign languages.
• Prior experience in administrative/HR work.
• Subject expertise with Post Graduate research focus or PhD in areas such as international trade and economy, human rights and democracy, climate diplomacy, immigration, digital and cyber diplomacy, strategic and security matters, or defence diplomacy.
• Work experience in reputed academic institutions or international think-tanks/organizations.

Important Dates

Selection Process

• Applications will be reviewed and eligible candidates will be shortlisted for written test and/or interview.
• Interviews will be held at MEA office premises in New Delhi; details will be intimated via email.
• No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
• Shortlisted candidates must produce supporting documents and educational certificates.
• The decision of the Government regarding selection will be final and binding.

Salary / Remuneration

• Consolidated Remuneration: Up to ₹10,00,000 per annum, commensurate with qualifications and experience; amount remains unchanged during the term.
• Applicable taxes will be deducted from the remuneration.
• No additional benefits like Provident Fund, Pension, Gratuity, Medical Treatment, Seniority, Promotion, or other regular employee benefits.
• No HRA is admissible.
• Working hours: 09:00 AM to 5:30 PM (full-time), subject to change.
• Leave: Paid leave at 1.5 days per completed month, not more than 10 days at a time; no leave encashment; unspent leave lapses on commencement of notice period.
• Travel for official duty: Travel, accommodation, and per-diem as per MEA guidelines for official tours.

How to Apply

Eligibility Check

• Confirm you are an Indian national and meet the age criteria (35–45 years as on 03.03.2026).
• Ensure you hold a relevant Post Graduate degree and required domain expertise.
• Collect supporting documents for all educational qualifications and work experience.

Application Submission

1. Download the Application Proforma (Annexure-I) from the official notification PDF: Download Annexure-I
2. Fill the application form completely and accurately.
3. Attach required supporting documents: educational certificates, employment history proof, copies of publications or relevant work samples, and a passport-size photograph.
4. Submit the application through ANY ONE of the following modes before 03.03.2026, 5:30 PM (registered post receipt or email timestamp will be considered).

Offline Mode (Registered Post)

Send in an envelope labelled “Application for the position of Consultant in PP&R Division of Ministry of External Affairs” to:

Online Mode (Email)

Send application and scanned supporting documents via email with subject clearly mentioning your name and the position applied for to: [email protected]

Incomplete applications or those without supporting documents will be summarily rejected.

Important Links

• Download PDF: Click Here
• Website : Click Here