DRDO NPOL Kochi Consultant Recruitment 2026
Posted: 1 day ago
Posts: 1
Location: CENTRAL (Kerala)
Closes: 8 Nov 2026
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Naval Physical and Oceanographic Laboratory (NPOL), DRDO, Kochi seeks one retired Government official to serve as Consultant (Technical) against Post Code 2026/NPOL/380. The role supports development, testing and documentation of anti‑vibration mounts and related technologies (NAVEM/RAVM/CAVM/MR/NAM series), coordination for TAC/CEC, preparation of specifications and ATP, ToT documentation and industry hand‑holding. Engagement is initially for one year and extendable as per norms. Remuneration/conveyance is as per GoI guidelines; for non‑pensioners at Level‑11 the consolidated monthly remuneration is Rs. 50,000 plus Rs. 3,000 conveyance; pensioners/NPS cases are as per formula laid down (no increments). Applications must be submitted in the prescribed proforma with supporting documents within 21 days from the date of advertisement.
- Level:
- central
- State:
- Kerala
- Cities:
- Kochi
Job Summary
DRDO‑NPOL, Kochi is engaging one Consultant (Technical) on contract from among retired Govt. officials at Level‑11. Applications are to be sent within 21 days from the advertisement; pay/tenure and eligibility are per the notice and annexures.
Important Dates
Notification dated
Applications open · Opening Date
Last date to apply · Closing Date for applicationNextEstimated
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualifications
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| M.Sc in Chemistry or Materials Science with experience in development and testing of anti‑vibration materials. | Required |
| NPTEL course in Composite Manufacturing with experience in composite fabrication; experience with magnetorheological mounts and shear thickening fluid based mounts, their testing/characterization and documentation. | Required |
2. Experience Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience Range | N/A - N/A years |
3. Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Range | N/A - 63 years |
| Age condition | Maximum age 63 years as on the closing date of application. |
4. Other Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Who may apply | Retired officers/officials from Central/State Government/PSUs/Autonomous Bodies/Universities/Govt. R&D Organisations having practical knowledge/experience in the relevant field as per TOR. |
| Preference | Applicants with experience of having worked with DRDO will be accorded preference during selection/appointment. |
| Communication skills | Effective oral and written communication and strong interpersonal skills with a flair for in‑depth examination of assigned work are required. |
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Post Details
Total Posts: 1
1. Consultant (Technical) — Post Code 2026/NPOL/380
Eligibility Criteria:
- Required discipline/domain: M.Sc in Chemistry/Materials Science; expertise per TOR in anti‑vibration mounts development/testing and related documentation.
- Who can apply: Retired Govt./PSU/Autonomous/University/Govt. R&D officials with relevant experience; preference to ex‑DRDO experience.
- Contract duration: Initially for one year and extendable as per norms.
- Category: Technical
Age Limitations:
- Upper age limit: 63 years as on the closing date of application.
Additional Information
- List of enclosures: Annexure‑I (TOR for Post Code 2026/NPOL/380); Annexure‑II (Broad Terms & Conditions); Annexure‑III (Proforma of Application).
Salary Details
> Gross Salary: ₹50,000 Monthly
> Allowances: Conveyance allowance Rs. 3,000 per month; no DA or other allowances during the contract.
Other Information
- Non‑pensioners (Level‑11): Consolidated remuneration Rs. 50,000 per month + Rs. 3,000 conveyance.
- Pensioners: Fixed monthly amount arrived at by deducting basic pension from pay drawn at retirement; Rs. 3,000 conveyance; no increments during contract.
- Retired under NPS: 30% of last Basic Pay to be deducted from last Basic Pay; resultant amount becomes fixed monthly remuneration; Rs. 3,000 conveyance.
- Increment policy: No annual increment/percentage increase during the contract period.
How to Apply
- 1. Submission mode:
- Submit duly completed application in the proforma at Annexure‑III with signed copy of TOR (Annexure‑I) as declaration and self‑attested supporting documents.
- 2. Where to send:
- Director, NPOL (DRDO), Thrikkakara P.O., Kochi – 682 021; applications can also be sent by email to admin.npol@gov.in.
- 3. Deadline:
- Application must reach within 21 days from the date of publication of this advertisement.
Document Requirements
- 1. Application form:
- Duly filled Annexure‑III (Proforma of Application).
- 2. Declaration:
- Signed copy of Terms of Reference (Annexure‑I) as declaration of fulfilling eligibility.
- 3. Supporting documents:
- Self‑attested copies of documents as referred in the application to prove eligibility/retirement and experience.
Important Instructions
- 1. Tenure:
- Engagement is for one year from the date of contract agreement and extendable as per norms.
- 2. Pension:
- A retired official appointed as Consultant will continue to draw pension/DR (if eligible); engagement is not re‑employment.
- 3. Gap after retirement:
- There must be a minimum gap of 15 days between retirement and appointment as Consultant.
- 4. Working conditions:
- Working hours are those of the Lab; services may be required on holidays/beyond hours without extra benefits/leave.
- 5. Conduct & NDA:
- Consultant shall abide by Contract Agreement, Non‑Disclosure Agreement, General Conduct Rules, Information Security Act and other applicable restrictions.
- 6. Leave:
- Paid leave at 1.5 days for each completed month of service; accumulation beyond a calendar year may not be allowed.
- 7. Allowances:
- No DA, Transport Facility, Residential Accommodation, Personal Staff, CGHS or Medical reimbursement; only conveyance allowance and TA/DA on official tour as admissible.
- 8. Remuneration freeze:
- Remuneration remains unchanged during the contract; no annual increment/percentage increase.
Bond or Service Agreement
- 1. Agreements to execute:
- Contract Agreement and Non‑Disclosure Agreement are mandatory; general conduct and information security provisions apply.
Other Information
- 1. Category:
- Technical
- 2. Equivalent PSU pay scales (for reference in non‑pensioner table):
- Rs. 70,000 – Rs. 2,00,000 for Level‑11 row as printed in the notice.
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Contact Details
Email: admin.npol@gov.in
Address: Director, NPOL (DRDO), Thrikkakara P.O., Kochi – 682 021
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DRDO NPOL Kochi Consultant Recruitment 2026
Posted: 1 day ago
Posts: 1
Location: CENTRAL (Kerala)
Closes: 8 Nov 2026
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Job Details
Naval Physical and Oceanographic Laboratory (NPOL), DRDO, Kochi seeks one retired Government official to serve as Consultant (Technical) against Post Code 2026/NPOL/380. The role supports development, testing and documentation of anti‑vibration mounts and related technologies (NAVEM/RAVM/CAVM/MR/NAM series), coordination for TAC/CEC, preparation of specifications and ATP, ToT documentation and industry hand‑holding. Engagement is initially for one year and extendable as per norms. Remuneration/conveyance is as per GoI guidelines; for non‑pensioners at Level‑11 the consolidated monthly remuneration is Rs. 50,000 plus Rs. 3,000 conveyance; pensioners/NPS cases are as per formula laid down (no increments). Applications must be submitted in the prescribed proforma with supporting documents within 21 days from the date of advertisement.
- Level:
- central
- State:
- Kerala
- Cities:
- Kochi
Job Summary
DRDO‑NPOL, Kochi is engaging one Consultant (Technical) on contract from among retired Govt. officials at Level‑11. Applications are to be sent within 21 days from the advertisement; pay/tenure and eligibility are per the notice and annexures.
Important Dates
Notification dated
Applications open · Opening Date
Last date to apply · Closing Date for applicationNextEstimated
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualifications
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| M.Sc in Chemistry or Materials Science with experience in development and testing of anti‑vibration materials. | Required |
| NPTEL course in Composite Manufacturing with experience in composite fabrication; experience with magnetorheological mounts and shear thickening fluid based mounts, their testing/characterization and documentation. | Required |
2. Experience Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience Range | N/A - N/A years |
3. Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Range | N/A - 63 years |
| Age condition | Maximum age 63 years as on the closing date of application. |
4. Other Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Who may apply | Retired officers/officials from Central/State Government/PSUs/Autonomous Bodies/Universities/Govt. R&D Organisations having practical knowledge/experience in the relevant field as per TOR. |
| Preference | Applicants with experience of having worked with DRDO will be accorded preference during selection/appointment. |
| Communication skills | Effective oral and written communication and strong interpersonal skills with a flair for in‑depth examination of assigned work are required. |
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Post Details
Total Posts: 1
1. Consultant (Technical) — Post Code 2026/NPOL/380
Eligibility Criteria:
- Required discipline/domain: M.Sc in Chemistry/Materials Science; expertise per TOR in anti‑vibration mounts development/testing and related documentation.
- Who can apply: Retired Govt./PSU/Autonomous/University/Govt. R&D officials with relevant experience; preference to ex‑DRDO experience.
- Contract duration: Initially for one year and extendable as per norms.
- Category: Technical
Age Limitations:
- Upper age limit: 63 years as on the closing date of application.
Additional Information
- List of enclosures: Annexure‑I (TOR for Post Code 2026/NPOL/380); Annexure‑II (Broad Terms & Conditions); Annexure‑III (Proforma of Application).
Salary Details
> Gross Salary: ₹50,000 Monthly
> Allowances: Conveyance allowance Rs. 3,000 per month; no DA or other allowances during the contract.
Other Information
- Non‑pensioners (Level‑11): Consolidated remuneration Rs. 50,000 per month + Rs. 3,000 conveyance.
- Pensioners: Fixed monthly amount arrived at by deducting basic pension from pay drawn at retirement; Rs. 3,000 conveyance; no increments during contract.
- Retired under NPS: 30% of last Basic Pay to be deducted from last Basic Pay; resultant amount becomes fixed monthly remuneration; Rs. 3,000 conveyance.
- Increment policy: No annual increment/percentage increase during the contract period.
How to Apply
- 1. Submission mode:
- Submit duly completed application in the proforma at Annexure‑III with signed copy of TOR (Annexure‑I) as declaration and self‑attested supporting documents.
- 2. Where to send:
- Director, NPOL (DRDO), Thrikkakara P.O., Kochi – 682 021; applications can also be sent by email to admin.npol@gov.in.
- 3. Deadline:
- Application must reach within 21 days from the date of publication of this advertisement.
Document Requirements
- 1. Application form:
- Duly filled Annexure‑III (Proforma of Application).
- 2. Declaration:
- Signed copy of Terms of Reference (Annexure‑I) as declaration of fulfilling eligibility.
- 3. Supporting documents:
- Self‑attested copies of documents as referred in the application to prove eligibility/retirement and experience.
Important Instructions
- 1. Tenure:
- Engagement is for one year from the date of contract agreement and extendable as per norms.
- 2. Pension:
- A retired official appointed as Consultant will continue to draw pension/DR (if eligible); engagement is not re‑employment.
- 3. Gap after retirement:
- There must be a minimum gap of 15 days between retirement and appointment as Consultant.
- 4. Working conditions:
- Working hours are those of the Lab; services may be required on holidays/beyond hours without extra benefits/leave.
- 5. Conduct & NDA:
- Consultant shall abide by Contract Agreement, Non‑Disclosure Agreement, General Conduct Rules, Information Security Act and other applicable restrictions.
- 6. Leave:
- Paid leave at 1.5 days for each completed month of service; accumulation beyond a calendar year may not be allowed.
- 7. Allowances:
- No DA, Transport Facility, Residential Accommodation, Personal Staff, CGHS or Medical reimbursement; only conveyance allowance and TA/DA on official tour as admissible.
- 8. Remuneration freeze:
- Remuneration remains unchanged during the contract; no annual increment/percentage increase.
Bond or Service Agreement
- 1. Agreements to execute:
- Contract Agreement and Non‑Disclosure Agreement are mandatory; general conduct and information security provisions apply.
Other Information
- 1. Category:
- Technical
- 2. Equivalent PSU pay scales (for reference in non‑pensioner table):
- Rs. 70,000 – Rs. 2,00,000 for Level‑11 row as printed in the notice.
Important Links
Contact Details
Email: admin.npol@gov.in
Address: Director, NPOL (DRDO), Thrikkakara P.O., Kochi – 682 021
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