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Method of Recruitment Number of Posts Age Limit Last Date of Apply
Contract Basis as an Individual Consultant on full time basis through competitive mode of hiringProgram Director (PD) -2 (Tentative - Actual may vary) Candidates should be below 55 years of age as on 10th August 2026. Before 5:00 PM, 10th August 2026.
Contract Basis as an Individual Consultant on full time basis through competitive mode of hiringDeputy Program Director (DPD) -1 (Tentative - Actual may vary)Candidates should be below 40 years of age as on 10th August 2026.Before 5:00 PM, 10th August 2026.
Contract Basis as an Individual Consultant on full time basis through competitive mode of hiringProgram Executive (PE) -2 (Tentative - Actual may vary)Candidates should be below 30 years of age as on 10th August 2026.Before 5:00 PM, 10th August 2026.
Contract Basis as an Individual Consultant on full time basis through competitive mode of hiringDeputy Program Executive (DPE) -1 (Tentative - Actual may vary)
Candidates should be below 26 years of age as on 10th August 2026.Before 5:00 PM, 10th August 2026.

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Period of Contract

Initially for a period of 3 years which can be extended, depending upon the requirement of DIO and satisfactory performance, for further period up to 2 years.

In exceptional circumstances, considering requirement of DIO and outstanding past performance (for last two years) the contract can be further extended beyond initial provision of 5 years, with the approval of DIO Board.

In any case, during the extension of engagement contract (if any) or at the time of annual increase (increment), the monthly consultancy fee of any Individual Consultant shall NOT exceed 1.80 times of the initial monthly consultancy fee (fixed at the time of selection).

The consultant will not be given any work experience certificate in case he/she leaves the organisation before completion of initial period of contract

Consultancy Fee (PER MONTH)

For PD:-A consolidated monthly consultancy fee ranging from ₹ 1,80,000/- to ₹ 2,40,000/- per month inclusive of all taxes

For DPD:-A consolidated monthly consultancy fee ranging from ₹ 1,40,000/- to ₹ 1,80,000/- per month inclusive of all taxes

For PE:-A consolidated monthly consultancy fee ranging from ₹ 80,000/- to ₹ 1,20,000/- per month inclusive of all taxes

For DPE:-A consolidated monthly consultancy fee ranging from ₹ 40,000/- to ₹ 80,000/- per month inclusive of all taxes

The consultancy fee in the range above as approved by competent authority will be based on the recommendation of “Interview & Selection” Committee at the time of selection. There shall be an annual increase (increment) in the consolidated monthly consultancy fee up to 10% of the existing consultancy fee based on Annual Appraisal as per the applicable rules in DIO. The individual consultant shall be liable to pay Goods & Services Tax, as applicable. However, provision will be there for reimbursement of GST paid against the consultancy fee received from DIO (if any)

EDUCATION QUALIFICATION

Essential

For PD:-

Master’s Degree in Science/ Management/ Technology or Equivalent with 10 years of post-qualification experience in the relevant field.

or

Bachelor’s Degree in Science/ Management/ Technology or Equivalent with 12 years of post-qualification experience in the relevant field.

For DPD:-

Master’s Degree in Science/ Management/ Technology or Equivalent with 6 years of post-qualification experience in the relevant field.

or

Bachelor’s Degree in Science/ Management/ Technology or Equivalent with 8 years of post-qualification experience in the relevant field.

For PE:-

Master’s Degree in Science/ Management/ Technology or Equivalent with 2 years of post-qualification experience in the relevant field.

or

Bachelor’s Degree in Science/ Management/ Technology or Equivalent with 4 years of post-qualification experience in the relevant field.

For DPE:-

Master’s Degree in Science/ Management/ Technology or Equivalent may be considered without any  post-qualification experience.

or

Bachelor’s Degree in Science/ Management/ Technology or Equivalent with 1 years of post-qualification experience in the relevant field.

Previous Relevant experience required

    The candidate must have experience in any of the following fields:-

  • Experience in the domains of Innovation & Entrepreneurship.
  • Business development / creating strategic partnerships.
  • Program Management.
  • Grant Management.
  • Consulting / collaboration & partner management/ HR.
  • Communications and Outreach.
  • Design and implementation of challenges, hackathons, schemes etc.
  • Product management.
  • IT operations.
  • Project management or relevant experience of product development in Start-up or any manufacturing industry.
  • Finances/Estimation/Accounting.

Scope of Work

Supporting the iDEX management team by managing specific projects related to the following iDEX activities:

  •  Forging and managing partnerships with top incubators in the nation to build the innovation ecosystem for defence under the Framework for Partner Incubators.
  •  Ensuring design and implementation of various defence related challenges, hackathons, etc. under the SPARK framework.
  •  Managing the fund disbursement process for awardees of grants under the various frameworks of iDEX.
  •  Creating interactive platforms for effective execution and monitoring of iDEX projects.
  •  Ensuring effective and adequate out-reach (using social and traditional media) about iDEX and related endeavours.
  •  Ensuring that all projects are delivered on-time,within scope and within budget and taking up new projects to further the iDEX agenda.
  •  Any other work as assigned by COO/DIO or any superior authority in DIO.

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Method of Recruitment Number of Posts Age Limit Last Date of Apply
Contract Basis as an Individual Consultant on full time basis through competitive mode of hiringProgram Executive(PE) Legal - 1 (Tentative - Actual may vary) Candidates should be below 30 years of age as on 10th August 2026. Before 5:00 PM, 10th August 2026.

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Period of Contract

Initially for a period of 3 years which can be extended, depending upon the requirement of DIO and satisfactory performance, for further period up to 2 years.

In exceptional circumstances, considering requirement of DIO and outstanding past performance (for last two years) the contract can be further extended beyond initial provision of 5 years, with the approval of DIO Board.

In any case, during the extension of engagement contract (if any) or at the time of annual increase (increment), the monthly consultancy fee of any Individual Consultant shall NOT exceed 1.80 times of the initial monthly consultancy fee (fixed at the time of selection).

The consultant will not be given any work experience certificate in case he/she leaves the organisation before completion of initial period of contract

Consultancy Fee (PER MONTH)

For PE:- A consolidated monthly consultancy fee ranging from Rs 80,000/- to Rs 1,20,000/- per month inclusive of all taxes.

The consultancy fee in the range above as approved by competent authority will be based on the recommendation of “Interview & Selection” Committee at the time of selection. There shall be an annual increase (increment) in the consolidated monthly consultancy fee up to 10% of the existing consultancy fee based on Annual Appraisal as per the applicable rules in DIO. The individual consultant shall be liable to pay Goods & Services Tax, as applicable. However, provision will be there for reimbursement of GST paid against the consultancy fee received from DIO (if any)

EDUCATION QUALIFICATION

Essential

For PE:-

LLB with 4 year of post-qualification experience in the relevant field.

or

LLM with 2 year of post-qualification experience in the relevant field.

Previous Relevant experience required

    The candidate must have experience in any of the following fields:-

  • Experience as legal adviser/executive etc. for a renowned Company, Government Departments, PSUs etc.
  • Experience related to legal documentation, case filing/representation in court of law, Contract management, legal interpretation, arbitration etc.
  • Knowledge about various Acts, Rules & Regulations applicable to Start-ups, MSMEs, Govt. Departments, Companies etc.

Scope of Work

Supporting the iDEX Management in the following iDEX activities:

  •  Responsible for all legal compliances applicable to DIO.
  •  Provide legal advice/interpretation/decisions on various legal documents/clauses etc
  •  Represent DIO in legal matters.
  •  Any other work as assigned by COO/DIO or any superior authority in DIO.

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Method of Recruitment Number of Posts Age Limit Last Date of Apply
Contract Basis as an Individual Consultant on full time basis through competitive mode of hiringDeputy Program Director (DPD) Financial Services - 1 (Tentative - Actual may vary)For DPD - Candidates should be below 40 years of age as on 10th August 2026.Before 5:00 PM, 10th August 2026.
Contract Basis as an Individual Consultant on full time basis through competitive mode of hiringProgram Executive(PE) Financial Services - 1 (Tentative - Actual may vary)For PE - Candidates should be below 30 years of age as on 10th August 2026.Before 5:00 PM, 10th August 2026.

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Period of Contract

Initially for a period of 3 years which can be extended, depending upon the requirement of DIO and satisfactory performance, for further period up to 2 years.

In exceptional circumstances, considering requirement of DIO and outstanding past performance (for last two years) the contract can be further extended beyond initial provision of 5 years, with the approval of DIO Board.

In any case, during the extension of engagement contract (if any) or at the time of annual increase (increment), the monthly consultancy fee of any Individual Consultant shall NOT exceed 1.80 times of the initial monthly consultancy fee (fixed at the time of selection).

The consultant will not be given any work experience certificate in case he/she leaves the organisation before completion of initial period of contract

Consultancy Fee (PER MONTH)


For DPD:-A consolidated monthly consultancy fee ranging from ₹ 1,40,000/- to ₹ 1,80,000/- per month inclusive of all taxes

For PE:-A consolidated monthly consultancy fee ranging from ₹ 80,000/- to ₹ 1,20,000/- per month inclusive of all taxes

The consultancy fee in the range above as approved by competent authority will be based on the recommendation of “Interview & Selection” Committee at the time of selection. There shall be an annual increase (increment) in the consolidated monthly consultancy fee up to 10% of the existing consultancy fee based on Annual Appraisal as per the applicable rules in DIO. The individual consultant shall be liable to pay Goods & Services Tax, as applicable. However, provision will be there for reimbursement of GST paid against the consultancy fee received from DIO (if any)

EDUCATION QUALIFICATION

Essential

For DPD:-

MBA (Finance)/CA/CMA(CWA) /2 Year PGDM with specialization in Finance or equivalent, from a recognized and reputed institute with 6 years of post- qualification experience in the relevant field.

For PE:-

MBA (Finance)/CA/CMA(CWA) /2 Year PGDM with specialization in Finance or equivalent, from a recognized and reputed institute with 2 years of post- qualification experience in the relevant field.

Previous Relevant experience required

    The candidate must have experience in following fields:-

  • Experience in Banks/Financial Institutions.
  • Experience in evaluating and analysing finances, Loan options available to Startups/MSMEs.
  • Experience in processing mechanism of Government Grant etc.

Scope of Work

Supporting the iDEX Management in the following iDEX activities:

  •  Evaluation of all financial statements, estimates, documents etc. submitted by the iDEX Winners.
  •  Financial Accounting matters of iDEX-DIO, Budgeting.
  •  Evaluating and Analysing Finances, Loan options etc available for the iDEX winners etc. and helping the iDEX winners to avail those options from the market.
  •  Any other work as assigned by COO/DIO or any superior authority in DIO.

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