IMD Consultant Recruitment 2026 - Administrative and Scientific Consultant Posts

Quick Highlights

• Organization: India Meteorological Department (IMD), Ministry of Earth Sciences
• File No.: DGM-HQ-13012(32)/2/2025-E-II DGM
• Post Name: Administrative Consultant and Scientific Consultant
• Total Vacancies: 12 Posts
• Application Mode: Online (IMD Portal)
• Application Start Date: 17 June 2026 (10:00 AM)
• Last Date (IMD Consultant Recruitment 2026): 20 days from 13 June 2026 (i.e., on or before 03 July 2026)
• Place of Posting: Delhi / Pune or anywhere in India

Important Dates

Note: The last date is 20 days from the date of issue/uploading of the circular, excluding the date of uploading. Candidates must apply well in advance to avoid last-minute issues.

Application Fee

All Category Fee: Rs. 0 (No application fee mentioned in the official notification.)

Vacancy Details

IMD has notified a total of 12 consultant posts under two categories.

A. Administrative Consultants

B. Scientific Consultants

Project-wise Bifurcation of Scientific Consultant Posts

Grand Total: 12 Posts (Administrative: 02 + Scientific: 10)

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit

• The applicant must not have attained the age of 63 years on the closing date of the application.
• The applicant should be in good health for discharging official duties effectively.

Eligibility for Administrative Consultant

• Must be a retired Central Government officer who retired at the level of Under Secretary / Section Officer or equivalent (Level-11).
• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience in general administration, establishment, procurement, GFR, e-office, GeM portal, or finance.
• Good working knowledge of computers (MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint).
• Good communication skills and expertise in noting/drafting work.
• No disciplinary proceedings should be pending against the applicant.

Eligibility for Scientific Consultant

• Must be a retired Central Government officer from scientific/technical cadres who retired at Level-08 or above.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience in the applied job profile at a pay level equivalent to or higher than the post applied for, prior to retirement.
• Background in meteorological, atmospheric, climate, or allied domains.
• No disciplinary proceedings should be pending against the applicant.

Nationality

The applicant must be a citizen of India and a retired Central Government servant.

Tenure of Engagement

• Initial engagement period: 01 year or coterminous with the ACROSS scheme, whichever is earlier.
• May be extended or curtailed based on IMD requirements and satisfactory performance.
• Engagement will not be extended beyond 5 years after superannuation in any case.
• The engagement is purely on contract basis and does not confer any right to regular appointment.

Remuneration and Terms

• Remuneration: A fixed monthly amount arrived at by deducting basic pension from pay drawn at the time of retirement (as per DoE OM No. 3-25/2020-E.IIIA dated 09.12.2020). This amount remains fixed during the contract period with no increment or Dearness Allowance.
• Transport Allowance: A fixed transport allowance is admissible for commuting, not exceeding the rate applicable at the time of retirement.
• No HRA or any other allowance shall be admissible during the contract period.
• Pension continues: Retired consultants can continue to draw their pension and Dearness Relief (DR) during the period of engagement. This engagement is not treated as regular re-employment.
• TDS: Income Tax or any other tax will be deducted at source as per Government rules.
• Paid Leave: 1.5 days per completed month of service. No accumulation beyond a calendar year.
• Working Hours: Normal office hours. May be called on Saturdays, Sundays, or holidays in case of work exigencies.

Place of Posting

Selected consultants shall be posted at Delhi, Pune, or anywhere in India as per office requirements of IMD.

How to Apply for IMD Administrative and Scientific Consultant Recruitment 2026

1. Step 1 - Check Eligibility: Confirm that you are a retired Central Government officer. For Administrative Consultant, you must have retired at Under Secretary / Section Officer level (Level-11) or equivalent. For Scientific Consultant, you must have retired from a scientific/technical cadre at Level-08 or above. Your age must not exceed 63 years on the application closing date.
2. Step 2 - Visit the Official IMD Website: Go to the official IMD portal at mausam.imd.gov.in. The application link will be made available on the website. The online application process starts from 17 June 2026 at 10:00 AM.
3. Step 3 - Fill the Application Form Online: Fill in all required details in the prescribed format (Annexure-II) through the IMD online application portal. Provide your personal details, educational qualifications, post held at retirement, date of retirement, and last office details.
4. Step 4 - Attach Required Documents: Attach scanned copies of the following documents: Copy of Pension Payment Order (PPO), Last Pay Certificate (LPC), APARs of the last three years before retirement, and Experience details in the Appendix format.
5. Step 5 - Submit Before the Last Date: Submit the completed application through the IMD portal before the last date, which is 20 days from 13 June 2026. Incomplete applications or applications submitted after the due date will not be considered. IMD reserves the right to accept or reject any application without assigning reasons.

Contact for queries: Scientist-F (Establishment), IMD | Tel: 011-24344442 | Email: mi.ansari@imd.gov.in

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How many total posts are available in IMD Consultant Recruitment 2026?

A total of 12 posts are available. This includes 02 posts for Administrative Consultant and 10 posts for Scientific Consultant spread across five project areas: NWFC Testbed (2), Numerical Weather Prediction (2), Aviation Meteorology (2), Atmospheric and Agrometeorological Services Division (2), and Climate Services (2).

Q2. Who is eligible to apply for IMD Consultant posts 2026?

Only retired Central Government officers are eligible. For Administrative Consultant, the applicant must have retired at the level of Under Secretary / Section Officer or equivalent (Level-11). For Scientific Consultant, the applicant must have retired from a scientific or technical cadre at Level-08 or above. The applicant must not have attained the age of 63 years on the closing date.

Q3. When does the IMD Consultant online application process start?

The online application process starts from 17 June 2026 at 10:00 AM. Applications must be submitted through the IMD portal. The link for the application portal will be shared on the IMD website in due course. The last date for submission is 20 days from the date of issue of the circular (13 June 2026).

Q4. What is the tenure of engagement for IMD Consultants 2026?

The engagement shall be initially for a period of one (01) year or coterminous with the ACROSS scheme, whichever is earlier. It may be extended or curtailed based on the requirement of IMD and satisfactory performance. However, the engagement shall not be extended beyond five (05) years after superannuation.

Q5. What is the remuneration for IMD Consultant posts 2026?

The remuneration for retired Central Government servants is calculated by deducting the basic pension from the pay drawn at the time of retirement, as per DoE OM No. 3-25/2020-E.IIIA dated 09.12.2020. A fixed Transport Allowance is also admissible for commuting, not exceeding the rate applicable at the time of retirement. No HRA or other allowances will be paid. There will be no increment or DA during the contract period.

Q6. What documents are required to apply for IMD Consultant Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must submit the application in the prescribed format (Annexure-II) through the IMD portal along with: Copy of Pension Payment Order (PPO), Last Pay Certificate (LPC), and APARs (Annual Performance Appraisal Reports) of the last three years preceding retirement. Experience details in the prescribed Appendix format must also be attached.

Q7. What is the work profile for Scientific Consultants in IMD 2026?

Scientific Consultants are required to provide scientific and technical support in meteorological, atmospheric, climate, and allied domains. They will be posted at Delhi, Pune, or anywhere in India as per office requirements. The work falls under the ACROSS sub-scheme of the Prithvi Vigyan (PRITHVI) / Mission Mausam scheme.

Q8. What is the official website to apply for IMD Consultant Recruitment 2026?

The official website is mausam.imd.gov.in. The application portal link will be shared on this website. For queries, candidates can contact Scientist-F (Establishment) at 011-24344442 or email mi.ansari@imd.gov.in. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.

Source

This article is based on the official circular issued by India Meteorological Department (IMD), Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India. File No. DGM-HQ-13012(32)/2/2025-E-II DGM, dated 13 June 2026. For the official Notification PDF and online application portal link, visit: mausam.imd.gov.in

Disclaimer

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