Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) Senior Associate Consultant Grade-I (Technical) Notification 2026 has been released on 28.07.2026 on the official website https://vacancies.trai.gov.in. A total of 1 tentative vacancy has been announced through the TRAI Senior Associate Consultant Recruitment 2026.
Candidates up to 35 years of age who possess a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology or an equivalent qualification in Electronics, Communications, Electrical, Telecommunications, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Data Science along with the prescribed work experience are eligible to apply for this Senior Associate Consultant Grade-I (Technical) vacancy. The online application process for TRAI Senior Associate Consultant Recruitment 2026 is currently open and will remain available until 18.08.2026.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply online through the direct links provided below in this article.
TRAI Senior Associate Consultant Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has officially released Vacancy Circular No. C-3/2026-27 (Reference No. F. No. A-2/(4)/2025-HR) dated 28.07.2026 for the engagement of Senior Associate Consultant Grade-I (Technical) on a contract basis in the Broadcasting & Cable Services (B&CS) Division at TRAI Headquarters, New Delhi. The notification contains complete details regarding vacancy, eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, experience requirements, age limit, remuneration, selection process, job profile, required documents, important instructions, and the online application procedure. Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before submitting their online application.
- Download TRAI Senior Associate Consultant Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for TRAI Senior Associate Consultant Recruitment 2026
- TRAI Recruitment 2026 Official Website
TRAI Senior Associate Consultant Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) |
| Post Name | Senior Associate Consultant Grade I (Technical) |
| Vacancy Circular No. | C-3/2026-27 |
| Reference No. | F. No. A-2/(4)/2025-HR |
| Notification Date | 28 July 2026 |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 (tentative, may vary as per TRAI's requirement) |
| Division | Broadcasting & Cable Services (B&CS) Division, TRAI HQ, New Delhi |
| Engagement Type | Contract basis (initial period of one year) |
| Mode of Application | Online only |
| Application Portal | https://vacancies.trai.gov.in |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 August 2026 |
TRAI Senior Associate Consultant Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
- Notification/Vacancy Circular Release Date: 28 July 2026
- Online Application Start Date: Not available in the official notification
- Last Date to Submit Online Application: 18 August 2026
- Mode of Application Accepted: Online only (applications via post or email will not be considered)
TRAI Senior Associate Consultant Vacancy 2026 Details
TRAI has notified one post under the technical discipline for this recruitment cycle. As per the circular, the number of vacancies is tentative and may change based on the Authority's actual requirement.
| S. No. | Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Senior Associate Consultant Grade I (Technical) | 01 |
The notification does not provide a category-wise or reservation-wise breakup (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS) for this vacancy, so that detail is not available.
TRAI Senior Associate Consultant Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must be Indian citizens and satisfy the educational qualification, experience, and age criteria specified below.
Educational Qualification
- Essential: Bachelor's degree in technology/engineering or an equivalent qualification in Electronics, Communications, Electrical, Telecommunications, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Data Science from a recognized University or Institution of repute.
- Desirable: Master's degree in any of the above disciplines.
Post-Qualification Experience
- Essential: Four (04) years of work experience in the Broadcasting/Telecom sector.
- Desirable: Relevant work experience in the Broadcasting/Telecom regulatory domain, with substantial exposure to the broadcasting sector, including experience in policy formulation, drafting consultation papers, recommendations, and regulatory directions or orders.
Note: Relevant experience means experience gained after obtaining the qualifying degree. If a candidate has worked earlier in TRAI at any position, up to one-third of that TRAI experience period is added as weightage to the total qualifying experience, as per Annexure-A of the circular.
Age Limit
The maximum age limit for Senior Associate Consultant Grade-I is 35 years as on the date of issue of the vacancy circular (28 July 2026). No relaxation details are mentioned in the notification.
TRAI Senior Associate Consultant Salary Structure 2026
The engagement carries a fixed monthly remuneration along with a fixed transport allowance, as detailed below.
| Component | Amount (per month) |
|---|---|
| Monthly Remuneration (Fixed) | ₹1,20,000 |
| Transport Allowance (Fixed) | ₹8,000 |
| Total Fixed Monthly Package | ₹1,28,000 |
As per the general terms of engagement (Annexure-A), if the contract is extended beyond the first year, the Senior Associate Consultant Grade-I becomes eligible for an increment of ₹10,000 per month over the previous remuneration at each extension, subject to a maximum total engagement period of four years. Dearness Allowance and House Rent Allowance are not admissible. Additional benefits mentioned in the annexure include reimbursement of medical insurance premium up to ₹10,000 per annum and reimbursement for an approved online certification course up to ₹25,000 per annum.
Documents Required for TRAI Senior Associate Consultant Application
All eligible candidates must upload clearly legible, self-attested copies of the following documents along with the online application:
- Proof of Date of Birth: Secondary School Certificate or 10th class mark sheet showing date of birth, or a birth certificate. If the Secondary School Certificate does not show the date of birth, another valid government-issued document for age verification must be uploaded.
- Educational Qualification Documents: Mark sheets from 10th class onwards, along with the Degree Certificate (Provisional or Final), and the mark sheet of the final semester showing marks obtained in the degree.
- Post-Qualification Experience/Employment Proof: Proper experience certificates issued by the employer(s) (previous and current) on company letterhead, clearly stating the date of joining, date of relieving or continuation, and details of duties performed. The experience shown must correspond to the period after acquiring the essential/required qualification.
- Any other relevant supporting documents.
Incomplete applications or those submitted without these supporting documents will not be considered.
How to Apply Online for TRAI Senior Associate Consultant Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official TRAI vacancy portal: https://vacancies.trai.gov.in.
- Locate the application link for Vacancy Circular No. C-3/2026-27 – Senior Associate Consultant Grade-I (Technical).
- Register and fill in the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and experience details.
- Upload self-attested, clearly legible copies of the required documents (date of birth proof, educational qualification proof, and experience certificates).
- Review the application carefully and submit it before the last date, 18 August 2026.
- Keep a printout or digital copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Applications received through postal mail, email, or any mode other than the online portal will not be considered.
TRAI Senior Associate Consultant Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Selection is not based merely on educational qualification and experience. As per the notification, TRAI will also assess the candidate's overall performance during an interview/interaction with the Selection Committee, including analytical ability, communication skills (including technical writing), and interpersonal skills. TRAI reserves the right to cancel the selection/appointment process at any time without assigning any reason.
Important Instructions
- The initial engagement period is one year, extendable as per TRAI's requirement on mutual consent, up to a maximum total engagement of four years.
- The engaged consultant will not be treated as a TRAI employee or staff member for any purpose; the relationship is purely contractual.
- Terms of engagement are governed by TRAI's guidelines under Letter No. A-25/4/(3)/2021-A&P dated 05.08.2025 and the General Terms and Conditions in Annexure-A of the circular.
- TRAI reserves all rights regarding engagement, and its decision on selection is final and binding.
- TRAI may cancel the selection/appointment process at any stage without assigning any reason.
Candidates with a background in Electronics, Telecommunications, or Computer Science can also explore more Engineering Graduate Government Jobs and Central Government Technical Jobs available across India. Those interested in regulatory and policy roles may check Government Regulatory Body Jobs and New Delhi Government Jobs for similar contract-based openings. Applicants with telecom or broadcasting sector experience can also browse Telecom Sector Jobs and Consultant Jobs in Government Organizations matching their qualification.
