DRDO DRDL Hyderabad Consultant (Admin) Recruitment 2026
Posted: 3 days ago
Posts: 1
Location: CENTRAL (Telangana)
Closes: 1 Nov 2026
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Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL), Hyderabad seeks a retired Government/PSU/Autonomous Body official for engagement as Consultant (Admin) at Pay Level‑10 to handle legal and administrative work relating to land acquisition disputes, rehabilitation and compensation matters, statutory compliance, labour law issues, and coordination with State Government authorities, Collectorates and legal/statutory bodies. The Consultant will draft affidavits/counter‑affidavits and replies, coordinate with Government Standing Counsel/ASG and the Ministry of Law & Justice, monitor litigations, maintain legal records, prepare responses to legal notices, support enforcement of statutory norms, coordinate with DRDO HQ and State/Revenue authorities on land/legal issues, and perform other legal/administrative tasks assigned by the Lab Director. Engagement is full‑time for one year (extendable by one more year), attendance is recorded, and an Oath of Secrecy under the Official Secrets Act, 1923 is executed at joining.
- Level:
- central
- State:
- Telangana
- Cities:
- Hyderabad
- Other Information:
- Office address: The Director, Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL), Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex, Kanchanbagh PO, Hyderabad, Telangana – 500 058.
Job Summary
DRDO’s DRDL invites retired Government/PSU/Autonomous Body officials to apply for one Consultant (Admin) post at Hyderabad. The role centers on land‑related legal matters and litigation support; applications are accepted from 12 Oct 2026 to 01 Nov 2026.
Important Dates
Applications open · Opening Date
Last date to apply · Closing DateNext
Last date to apply · Last date of receipt of application
Eligibility Criteria
1. Experience Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience Range | 15 - N/A years |
2. Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Range | N/A - N/A years |
| Maximum age | 63 years as on closing date of application. |
3. Other Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Cooling-off after retirement | A minimum gap of 15 days is required between the date of retirement and appointment as Consultant. |
| Engagement basis | Engagement is temporary (non‑official) against specific jobs; not to be construed as re‑employment. |
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Post Details
Total Posts: 1
1. Consultant (Admin), Pay Level-10
Eligibility Criteria:
- Eligible retirees: Retired officials from Central/State Govt./PSUs/Autonomous Bodies/Universities/Govt. R&D organisations with relevant experience.
- Domain requirement: Minimum 15 years’ experience in land acquisition/compensation/rehabilitation legal matters and related litigations.
- Skills: Knowledge of Government rules and land acquisition laws; case handling and drafting skills; effective communication; prior DRDO experience preferred.
Age Limitations:
- Upper age limit: 63 years as on closing date of application.
- Cooling-off: At least 15 days must elapse between retirement and appointment as Consultant.
Salary Details
> Gross Salary: ₹40,000 Monthly
> Allowances: Fixed monthly conveyance allowance: Rs. 3,000 (up to Pay Level‑11) or Rs. 5,000 (Level‑12 to 14 and above). No DA/transport facility/residential accommodation/personal staff/CGHS/medical reimbursement.
Other Information
- Pay level reference: Engagement at Pay Level‑10 (7th CPC) for eligibility/benchmarking.
- Pensioners’ remuneration: Fixed monthly remuneration equals last pay drawn minus basic pension (no annual increment during contract).
- NPS retirees’ remuneration: 30% of last basic pay deducted; resultant amount fixed as monthly remuneration.
- Remuneration ceiling: As per GoI letter dated 06 July 2022, remuneration plus pension shall not exceed last pay drawn at current DA.
How to Apply
- 1. Application format:
- Fill Appendix‑A (Proforma of Application) and enclose required documents.
- 2. Submission by post:
- Send to The Director, Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL), Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex, Kanchanbagh PO, Hyderabad, Telangana – 500 058.
- 3. Submission by email:
- Email application to doms.drdl@gov.in with subject line “Application for Consultant & Pay Level”.
- 4. Rejection clause:
- Incomplete/ineligible applications, those sent to any address other than specified, or received after the closing date will be rejected automatically without intimation.
Selection Process
- 1. Selection basis:
- Based on eligibility and relevant experience as per Terms of Reference; preference to applicants with prior DRDO experience.
Document Requirements
- 1. Identity proof:
- Copy to be enclosed with application.
- 2. Address proof:
- Copy to be enclosed with application.
- 3. Pension Payment Order (PPO):
- Copy to be enclosed (where applicable).
- 4. Educational qualifications:
- Copies of certificates to be enclosed.
- 5. Service verification certificate:
- Copy to be enclosed.
Important Instructions
- 1. Tenure:
- Initial contract for one year from date of agreement; may be extended by one more year depending on requirements/approvals.
- 2. Work hours:
- As per Lab/Estt/Unit working hours; services may be required on holidays/beyond hours without extra benefits/leave.
- 3. Leave:
- Paid leave at 1.5 days for each completed month of service; accumulation beyond a calendar year may not be allowed.
- 4. Conduct & security:
- Must abide by Contract Agreement, Non‑Disclosure Agreement, General Conduct Rules and Information Security requirements.
- 5. No conflict of interest:
- During consultancy, the consultant shall not engage in private business or professional activity conflicting with Government interest.
Bond or Service Agreement
- 1. Agreements to execute:
- Contract Agreement and Non‑Disclosure Agreement to be signed.
- 2. Oath of Secrecy:
- To be executed under the Official Secrets Act, 1923 at the time of joining.
Disqualification Criteria
- 1. Application deficiencies:
- Incomplete/ineligible, misaddressed or late applications will be rejected.
Other Information
- 1. Post specific TOR reference:
- Annexure‑01 in the notification details objectives, tasks and required expertise.
Contact Details
Email: doms.drdl@gov.in
Phone: 040-24583130
Address: The Director, Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL), Govt. of India, Ministry of Defence, DRDO, Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex, Kanchanbagh PO, Hyderabad, Telangana - 500 058
Other Information
Advertisement number: DRDL/CONSULTANT/2026/368
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DRDO DRDL Hyderabad Consultant (Admin) Recruitment 2026
Posted: 3 days ago
Posts: 1
Location: CENTRAL (Telangana)
Closes: 1 Nov 2026
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Job Details
Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL), Hyderabad seeks a retired Government/PSU/Autonomous Body official for engagement as Consultant (Admin) at Pay Level‑10 to handle legal and administrative work relating to land acquisition disputes, rehabilitation and compensation matters, statutory compliance, labour law issues, and coordination with State Government authorities, Collectorates and legal/statutory bodies. The Consultant will draft affidavits/counter‑affidavits and replies, coordinate with Government Standing Counsel/ASG and the Ministry of Law & Justice, monitor litigations, maintain legal records, prepare responses to legal notices, support enforcement of statutory norms, coordinate with DRDO HQ and State/Revenue authorities on land/legal issues, and perform other legal/administrative tasks assigned by the Lab Director. Engagement is full‑time for one year (extendable by one more year), attendance is recorded, and an Oath of Secrecy under the Official Secrets Act, 1923 is executed at joining.
- Level:
- central
- State:
- Telangana
- Cities:
- Hyderabad
- Other Information:
- Office address: The Director, Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL), Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex, Kanchanbagh PO, Hyderabad, Telangana – 500 058.
Job Summary
DRDO’s DRDL invites retired Government/PSU/Autonomous Body officials to apply for one Consultant (Admin) post at Hyderabad. The role centers on land‑related legal matters and litigation support; applications are accepted from 12 Oct 2026 to 01 Nov 2026.
Important Dates
Applications open · Opening Date
Last date to apply · Closing DateNext
Last date to apply · Last date of receipt of application
Eligibility Criteria
1. Experience Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience Range | 15 - N/A years |
2. Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Range | N/A - N/A years |
| Maximum age | 63 years as on closing date of application. |
3. Other Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Cooling-off after retirement | A minimum gap of 15 days is required between the date of retirement and appointment as Consultant. |
| Engagement basis | Engagement is temporary (non‑official) against specific jobs; not to be construed as re‑employment. |
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Post Details
Total Posts: 1
1. Consultant (Admin), Pay Level-10
Eligibility Criteria:
- Eligible retirees: Retired officials from Central/State Govt./PSUs/Autonomous Bodies/Universities/Govt. R&D organisations with relevant experience.
- Domain requirement: Minimum 15 years’ experience in land acquisition/compensation/rehabilitation legal matters and related litigations.
- Skills: Knowledge of Government rules and land acquisition laws; case handling and drafting skills; effective communication; prior DRDO experience preferred.
Age Limitations:
- Upper age limit: 63 years as on closing date of application.
- Cooling-off: At least 15 days must elapse between retirement and appointment as Consultant.
Salary Details
> Gross Salary: ₹40,000 Monthly
> Allowances: Fixed monthly conveyance allowance: Rs. 3,000 (up to Pay Level‑11) or Rs. 5,000 (Level‑12 to 14 and above). No DA/transport facility/residential accommodation/personal staff/CGHS/medical reimbursement.
Other Information
- Pay level reference: Engagement at Pay Level‑10 (7th CPC) for eligibility/benchmarking.
- Pensioners’ remuneration: Fixed monthly remuneration equals last pay drawn minus basic pension (no annual increment during contract).
- NPS retirees’ remuneration: 30% of last basic pay deducted; resultant amount fixed as monthly remuneration.
- Remuneration ceiling: As per GoI letter dated 06 July 2022, remuneration plus pension shall not exceed last pay drawn at current DA.
How to Apply
- 1. Application format:
- Fill Appendix‑A (Proforma of Application) and enclose required documents.
- 2. Submission by post:
- Send to The Director, Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL), Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex, Kanchanbagh PO, Hyderabad, Telangana – 500 058.
- 3. Submission by email:
- Email application to doms.drdl@gov.in with subject line “Application for Consultant & Pay Level”.
- 4. Rejection clause:
- Incomplete/ineligible applications, those sent to any address other than specified, or received after the closing date will be rejected automatically without intimation.
Selection Process
- 1. Selection basis:
- Based on eligibility and relevant experience as per Terms of Reference; preference to applicants with prior DRDO experience.
Document Requirements
- 1. Identity proof:
- Copy to be enclosed with application.
- 2. Address proof:
- Copy to be enclosed with application.
- 3. Pension Payment Order (PPO):
- Copy to be enclosed (where applicable).
- 4. Educational qualifications:
- Copies of certificates to be enclosed.
- 5. Service verification certificate:
- Copy to be enclosed.
Important Instructions
- 1. Tenure:
- Initial contract for one year from date of agreement; may be extended by one more year depending on requirements/approvals.
- 2. Work hours:
- As per Lab/Estt/Unit working hours; services may be required on holidays/beyond hours without extra benefits/leave.
- 3. Leave:
- Paid leave at 1.5 days for each completed month of service; accumulation beyond a calendar year may not be allowed.
- 4. Conduct & security:
- Must abide by Contract Agreement, Non‑Disclosure Agreement, General Conduct Rules and Information Security requirements.
- 5. No conflict of interest:
- During consultancy, the consultant shall not engage in private business or professional activity conflicting with Government interest.
Bond or Service Agreement
- 1. Agreements to execute:
- Contract Agreement and Non‑Disclosure Agreement to be signed.
- 2. Oath of Secrecy:
- To be executed under the Official Secrets Act, 1923 at the time of joining.
Disqualification Criteria
- 1. Application deficiencies:
- Incomplete/ineligible, misaddressed or late applications will be rejected.
Other Information
- 1. Post specific TOR reference:
- Annexure‑01 in the notification details objectives, tasks and required expertise.
Contact Details
Email: doms.drdl@gov.in
Phone: 040-24583130
Address: The Director, Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL), Govt. of India, Ministry of Defence, DRDO, Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex, Kanchanbagh PO, Hyderabad, Telangana - 500 058
Other Information
Advertisement number: DRDL/CONSULTANT/2026/368
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