DoP Recruitment 2026: 5 Technical Consultant & Young Professional – Apply Offline / Email @ pharma-dept.gov.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

Technical Consultant Grade-I (Medical Devices)

• Essential Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Electronics Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or M.Pharm.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years work experience in Medical Devices Manufacturing, Regulatory Affairs, Medical Device R&D, Medical Device Testing Laboratory, or related subject.
• Desirable: M.Tech or equivalent postgraduate degree in Biomedical/Biotechnology/Instrumentation Engineering.

Technical Consultant Grade-I (Pharmaceuticals)

• Essential Qualification: Master's/Integrated Degree in M.Pharm or M.Sc. (Pharmacology).
• Experience: Minimum 3 years relevant experience in Pharmaceutical industry, Regulatory Authority/Dept., Consulting/Research organizations, Trade and market access analysis, or Data analytics in economics/industry.
• Desirable: In-depth understanding of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs), Key Starting Materials (KSMs), and Drug Intermediates (DIs).

Young Professionals

• Minimum educational qualification not specified in the notification. Check the DoP recruitment page for discipline-specific eligibility.

Common Attributes for Technical Consultants

• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Excellent organizational, communication, writing, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

The official notification does not specify the selection process for these posts. Candidates are advised to refer to the official recruitment page for details.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth.
• All Degree and Consolidated Mark Sheets (Relevant Qualifications).
• Experience Certificates on Official Letterhead (if applicable).
• Recent passport-size photograph affixed to the form and signed across.
• Supporting documents for publications, recognition, awards, briefs, journals, or research papers.
• Signed additional sheet, if the employment table requires more space.
• Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN).

How to Apply for DoP Technical Consultant & Young Professional Recruitment 2026

1. Download the application form from the Department of Pharmaceuticals recruitment page. For Technical Consultant Grade-I, the form is also printed in the notification.
2. Fill in all details including education from 10th onwards, employment history (latest first), publications, awards, past convictions, referees, and last remuneration.
3. Mark the division and write the post applied for (for Technical Consultant Grade-I).
4. Read the guidelines (F.no. A-41011/01/2022-Estt. dated 03.02.2026), complete and sign the declaration.
5. Send the application by one of the methods below so it reaches by 20 November 2026:
   Method 1 – Hard Copy: By Speed Post or hand delivery in a sealed cover during working hours to: Under Secretary (E&A), Department of Pharmaceuticals, G-19, Shastri Bhawan, New Delhi
   Method 2 – Email: Send to tc1[dot]dop[at]gov[dot]in with subject: "Application for engagement of Technical Consultant Grade-I, invited vide Department of Pharmaceuticals' Advertisement no. 06/2026, Issue date: 31.10.2026"

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