Ministry of Heavy Industries Consultant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

One Consultant Grade-II post is open on contract basis in the Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI), Government of India, HEI Division, GPOA – 3, New Delhi, at Rs.1,45,000/- per month. Applications in the prescribed Annexure-I format are to be sent by email to [email protected], [email protected] and [email protected] and through the Google Sheet, within 15 days from the date of publication of the advertisement on the MHI website, which works out to about 17 November 2026 (15 days from 2 November 2026). Candidates need a B. Tech with at least 8 years of relevant post-qualification experience and must be below 50 years of age as on 1 October 2026.

MHI Consultant Grade-II at a Glance

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

About MHI Consultant Grade-II

The Ministry of Heavy Industries is a ministry of the Government of India. Its HEI Division at GPOA – 3, New Delhi, issued this notice to engage one Consultant Grade-II for specific and time-bound tasks of the Ministry. The work centres on the Electrical Equipment Quality Control Order (QCO) for Low Voltage Switchgears and Controlgears, electrical equipment standardization and trade-related technical matters. The general terms of the engagement are those in the MHI guidelines No.A-45011/9/2019-Admn., dated 27.08.2024, which are attached to the notice.

Where and How to Send

Eligible candidates may apply in the prescribed format (Annexure-I) given with the notice. The notice states that applications shall be sent through email and through the Google Sheet at https://forms.gle/xz1Z3TPiGA56gUgz9. The email addresses printed in the notice are:

• [email protected] – Director (HEI)
• [email protected] – Deputy Secretary (HEI-Technical)
• [email protected] – Under Secretary (HEI)

The deadline is 15 days from the date of publication of the advertisement on the MHI website (www.heavyindustries.gov.in). The notice is dated 2 November 2026, so the last date is about 17 November 2026. The notice does not mention an email subject line or a postal address.

The Annexure-I form asks for: name, date of birth, father’s name, nationality, address for communication, permanent address, phone number, email address, educational qualification (course, subject, university/institute, year of passing, marks %) and post-qualification work experience (organisation name and contact details for verification, period from and to, post held, job responsibilities, reason for leaving), with a recent photo, the candidate’s signature, date and place.

Posts, Eligibility and Pay

The vacancy is for one Consultant Grade-II, engaged on contract basis. The notice prints no category-wise break-up.

Educational Qualification

• Essential: B. Tech in Electrical / Electronics Engineering (EEE/ECE/EE) or any other branch or equivalent stream from a reputed and Govt. recognized Institution.
• Desirable: PhD/M. Tech in Electrical / Electronic’s Engineering (EEE/ECE/EE) /MBA or equivalent stream from a reputed and Govt. recognized Institution.

Experience

• Minimum of 8 (Eight) years post essential qualification experience relevant to the job description.
• Preference will be given to persons with sufficient domain knowledge and experience in the implementation of Technical Regulations / Quality Control Orders (QCO) and Electrical Industry Sector / Public Policy domain / International Trade Related matters, monitoring of projects & schemes etc.
• Under the attached MHI guidelines, experience includes up to 3 years for a Ph.D. holder, provided no work experience is counted during those 3 years.

Age Limit

Candidates should be below 50 years of age as on 1 October 2026. The attached MHI guidelines state that in the case of a retired Government servant, the ceiling of age limit may be relaxed. Retired Government servants who fulfil the eligibility criteria with requisite experience in the relevant sector/field can also participate through the competitive process in line with rule 177 of GFR, 2017.

Candidates should check the official notification for the full eligibility conditions of the post.

Pay and Yearly Enhancement

The remuneration is Rs.1,45,000/- per month, released as a consolidated amount on the basis of biometric attendance or certification by the Division. The yearly enhancement in remuneration may be as follows:

The total enhancement in remuneration shall not exceed 10% in any case. The attached guidelines add that the remuneration of a Consultant shall in no case exceed 1.20 times the initial remuneration. For a retired Government servant, remuneration is a fixed monthly amount arrived at by deducting the basic pension from the pay drawn at retirement, with no annual increment during the contract.

The Consultant is not entitled to allowances such as TA/DA, CCA, HRA, CGHS, Medical Reimbursement or any other relief. For approved domestic official tours, a Consultant Grade-2 may travel by air in economy class or by rail in AC Two Tier, with hotel accommodation of up to Rs.4500/- per day, AC taxi up to 50 Kms within the city and food bills not exceeding Rs.1000/- per day.

MHI Consultant Grade-II Job Description

• Oversee and manage all activities related to the implementation of the Electrical Equipment Quality Control Order (QCO) for Low Voltage Switchgears and Controlgears.
• Coordinate with industry stakeholders, BIS, testing labs, departments/ministries and other agencies to ensure effective implementation of regulations and policies.
• Participate, examine and prepare inputs/proposals for BIS Sectoral Committees for electrical equipment standardization.
• Prepare comprehensive procedures for clarifying QCO product classifications with customs.
• Examine and prepare proposals or suggest initiatives to address and mitigate the impacts of supply chain constraints.
• Develop concept notes for initiatives aimed at enhancing the electrical equipment sector.
• Formulate and evaluate public policy for the electrical equipment industry, including examining draft cabinet notes, policies, schemes, FDI proposals and the registration of bidders under GFR 144(XI).
• Examine and prepare inputs/proposals related to Technical Barriers to Trade or Non-Tariff Measures for Free Trade Agreements (FTA), Preferential Trade Agreements (PTA) and WTO TBT negotiations for the Department of Commerce (DoC) and DPIIT.
• Technical examination of Cabinet Notes/EFC/PIB/DIB of all matters except clean technology.
• Technical examination of Concept Note/Feasibility Report/Bills/Acts/MoU, etc. of all matters except clean technology.

Enclosures

• Recent photo on the application form
• Educational qualification details on a separate sheet
• Post-qualification work experience details on a separate sheet
• Latest copy of resume
• Self attested copies of certificates

Selection Process

Short-listed candidates who meet the qualification/experience criteria for the post will be called for interview through online or offline mode. Under the attached MHI guidelines, a Screening Committee of the concerned Division (Director/Deputy Secretary as Chairman, with the Under Secretary and SO as members) shortlists eligible applicants and recommends a panel. The shortlisted applications go before a Selection Committee chaired by an Additional Secretary/JS or equivalent officer, which may include outside experts and may devise its own method of selection. The Selection Committee recommends the selected candidate along with a list of reserve candidates valid for one year from the date of finalization of the panel.

Important Dates

Important Instructions

• The initial tenure is 02 (Two) years, subject to extension up to 01 (One) more year on the basis of performance evaluated every year. Under the guidelines, no extension will be given beyond the age of 65 years.
• Prior to appointment, the selected person must submit a statement of Good Health from a recognized physician; no medical benefits from the Ministry are available during the tenure.
• Police verification is mandatory; if it is negative, the contract ceases immediately without notice.
• Normal working hours are 09:00 AM to 05:30 PM; the Consultant may have to sit late or attend office on holidays/weekends for time-bound work.
• Leave is one day for each completed month, with no accumulation beyond a calendar year.
• The Consultant shall not take up any other assignment during the contract.
• No residential telephone/mobile bill reimbursement, no use of Staff Car for private purposes or residence-office journeys, and no residential accommodation from the Central Government Pool.
• Income Tax is deducted at source; GST, as applicable, shall be admissible.
• MHI can terminate the contract at any time; in the normal course it gives one month’s notice, and the Consultant can also seek termination with one month’s notice.

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