EPI Consultant/ Expert Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline

Engineering Projects (India) Limited; New Delhi; On-site; INR 1,004,000 - 1,674,000; Full time

Job summary

Engineering Projects (India) Ltd. (EPI) invites applications for a Consultant/Expert - IT at E8-level in New Delhi. The post requires BE/B.Tech/MCA/M.Tech with AICTE/UGC recognition and a minimum of 22 years post-qualification experience in Telecommunications/IT project management or technical leadership.

The engagement is initially for 1 year and may extend to 3 years, or until age 65, with posting in New Delhi. Applications are accepted in hard copy only by courier/post.

Qualifications

• BE/B.Tech/MCA/M.Tech (AICTE/UGC recognised) in Electronics/IT/CS or equivalent.
• Minimum 22 years post-qualification experience in Telecommunications/IT Project Management or technical leadership.
• Upper age limit 64 years as on the last date (2 November 2026).
• Engagement is for 1 year initially, extendable up to 3 years or until age 65.

Responsibilities

• Identification of projects and client coordination.
• Bid management and preparation/review of technical and financial proposals.
• Project acquisition and related consultancy support.

Education

BE/B.Tech/MCA/M.Tech

Job description

COMPANY NAME Engineering Projects (India) Limited

POST NAME Consultant/ Expert

QUALIFICATION B.Tech/B.E, M.E/M.Tech, MCA

Engineering Projects (India) Ltd. (EPI), a Government of India Enterprise, has one post of Consultant/Expert -IT at E8-level/Level-14 in New Delhi under Advt. No. HRM/REC/08/2026. The pay is a fixed consolidated amount worked out from the last pay drawn, up to Rs. 1,50,000/-. Candidates need at least 22 years of post-qualification experience. The job is for one year at first and can be extended up to a maximum of 3 years. The application goes in hard copy by courier or post. It must reach EPI between 9.30 AM on 24 October 2026 and 05.30 PM on 2 November 2026.

EPI Recruitment 2026 at a Glance

Particulars

Details

Organisation Engineering Projects (India) Ltd. (A Govt. of India Enterprise)

Advertisement No. HRM/REC/08/2026

Post Consultant/Expert -IT at E8-level/ Level-14

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Pay Fixed consolidated remuneration based on Last Pay Drawn, or Rs. 1,50,000/-, whichever is lower

Contract Term Initially 1 year, extendable to a maximum of 3 years

Experience Required Minimum 22 years post-qualification experience

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

About EPI

Engineering Projects (India) Ltd. (EPI) is a 'Mini Ratna' Central Public Sector Enterprise under the aegis of the Ministry of Heavy Industries, Govt. of India. It carries out a wide range of turnkey projects in the Power, Steel, Industrial, Civil and Infrastructure sectors. Its HR department is at Core-3, SCOPE Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi.

Who Can Apply

• BE/B.Tech/MCA/M.Tech (Preferably Electronics & Communication/IT/Computer Science/Electrical & Electronics or equivalent).
• The qualification must be recognised by the All India Council for Technical Education, the University Grant Commission and/or any other Statutory Authority/Board.

Experience

• Minimum 22 years of post-qualification experience in Telecommunications/IT Project Management or technical leadership.
• Years of service as a freelancer, self-employed person or in one's own business do not count as post-qualification experience.
• Experience in Network Management Systems, Element Management Systems/OSS (Operational Support Systems), network design, and scalable IT system design and architecture.
• Experience of working with Government Departments/PSUs.

Age Limit

The upper age limit is 64 years as on the last date of application (2 November 2026).

For the discipline-specific eligibility of the post, candidates should check the official notification.

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The Consultant/Expert -IT gets a Fixed Consolidated Remuneration, worked out as follows:

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Remuneration

Retired employees from Govt./PSUs (receiving pension from public fund) Last Pay Drawn minus Pension, or Rs. 1,50,000/-, whichever is lower

Retired employees from Govt./PSUs (not receiving pension from public fund) Last Pay Drawn/2, or Rs. 1,50,000/-, whichever is lower

"Last Pay Drawn" means the last Basic Pay plus DA at the time of retirement.

• The engagement is for an initial period of 1 year. It can be extended up to a maximum of 3 years or until the consultant turns 65, whichever comes first.
• Any extension depends on satisfactory performance and on what the organisation needs.
• The selected candidate will have no claim to a regular appointment with EPI.
• The place of posting is New Delhi.

The Consultant will provide technical and professional support, as required, in:

• identification of projects
• client coordination
• bid management
• preparation/review of technical and financial proposals
• project acquisition

Selection Process

Applications will be shortlisted for an interview. To be shortlisted, an applicant must meet the required qualification and experience for the post. EPI will put the list of shortlisted candidates on its website and tell those candidates the interview date by email. The list of selected candidates will also be put on EPI's website. Meeting the essential qualification does not guarantee selection, and sending an application does not guarantee a call for interview.

• Incomplete applications, applications with partial information and applications without the documents will be rejected.
• EPI reserves the right to cancel, restrict, enlarge or modify the requirements without further notice or giving reasons. The number of vacancies can be changed as needed.
• No TA/DA will be paid for the interview or for joining. Candidates must arrange their own transport and accommodation.
• Any addendum or corrigendum will not be published in newspapers. It will appear only on www.epi.gov.in.
• All letters and messages will go to the e-mail ID given in the application form. Notices about the post will be uploaded only on EPI's website.
• If any information is false or incomplete, or does not meet the eligibility criteria, the candidature or appointment will be revoked or terminated at any stage, even after joining.
• If versions other than English cause any doubt, the English version will prevail.

EPI Advt. No. HRM/REC/08/2026 Notification PDF Official advertisement with the application form

Engineering Projects (India) Ltd. Official Website Shortlist, interview updates, corrigenda and selected list

EPI Consultant/Expert - IT Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. How many vacancies are there in EPI Recruitment 2026?

EPI Advt. No. HRM/REC/08/2026 has 01 vacancy for Consultant/Expert -IT at E8-level/Level-14, posted in New Delhi.

Q2. What is the last date for the EPI Consultant/Expert -IT application?

The hard-copy application must reach EPI by 05.30 PM on 2 November 2026. Applications received after the due date will not be considered.

Q3. What qualification is needed for the EPI Consultant/Expert -IT post?

Candidates need a BE/B.Tech/MCA/M.Tech (Preferably Electronics & Communication/IT/Computer Science/Electrical & Electronics or equivalent), recognised by AICTE, UGC and/or any other Statutory Authority/Board. They also need a minimum of 22 years of post-qualification experience in Telecommunications/IT Project Management or technical leadership.

Q4. What is the age limit for EPI Recruitment 2026?

The upper age limit is 64 years as on the last date of application, 2 November 2026.

Q5. What is the salary of the EPI Consultant/Expert -IT?

The pay is fixed and consolidated. Retired Govt./PSU employees who receive a pension from public funds get Last Pay Drawn minus Pension. Those who do not receive one get Last Pay Drawn/2. In both cases the pay is capped at Rs. 1,50,000/-, whichever is lower.

Q6. How do I apply for EPI Recruitment 2026?

Download the form from www.epi.gov.in (HRD-Current opening) and attach self-attested copies of the documents. Send it by Courier/Post to HOD (HR), Core-3, SCOPE Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003.

Q7. What should I write on the envelope?

The signed application should be marked "Application for the post of Consultant/ Expert – IT".

Q8. What is the selection process for the EPI Consultant/Expert -IT post?

Applications that meet the required qualification and experience are shortlisted for an interview. The shortlist is put on EPI's website, and shortlisted candidates get the interview date by email.

Q9. Is the EPI Consultant/Expert -IT job permanent?

No. The engagement is for 1 year at first and can be extended up to 3 years, or until age 65 if that comes first, depending on performance and need. The selected candidate has no claim to a regular appointment with EPI.

Q10. Does freelance experience count for the EPI Consultant post?

No. Years of service as a freelancer, self-employed person or in one's own business are not counted as post-qualification experience.