EPI Consultant/ Expert Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline

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

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

Essential Qualification

• 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.

Desirable

• 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.

Pay and Terms

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

"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.

EPI Recruitment 2026 Job Description

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

How to Apply for EPI Recruitment 2026

Applications are accepted only in hard copy. No other way of applying will be accepted.

1. Download the application form from EPI's website, www.epi.gov.in, under "HRD-Current opening".
2. Fill in the form, paste your photograph and sign the declaration. Write N.A. in any column that does not apply to you.
3. Attach self-attested photocopies of the documents listed below.
4. On the envelope, write "Application for the post of Consultant/ Expert – IT".
5. Send it by Courier/Post to: HOD (HR), Core-3, SCOPE Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003.
6. Make sure it arrives between 9.30 AM on 24 October 2026 and 05.30 PM on 2 November 2026. Applications received after the due date will not be considered.

Documents Named in the Notice

• Matriculation Certificate/Birth Certificate
• Marksheet of required qualification
• Certificate of required Qualification (Degree etc.)
• Pay Pension Order (P.P.O)
• Last Pay Drawn Certificate/ Last Pay Slip
• Relieving Order/ Service Certificate issued by previous employer at the time of Superannuation

What the Application Form Asks For

• Post applied for, and Employment Exchange Registration No. (if applicable)
• Personal data: name, parents' or spouse's details, address for communication, permanent address, mobile number, e-mail, age and date of birth (in figures and words), state of domicile, nationality, religion/caste, sex, marital status and identification marks
• Family details, mother tongue, and languages you can read, speak and write
• SC/ST/OBC/Ex-Serviceman category or physical disability (with proof), and any major ailments
• Any arrest or conviction by a court in India or abroad, and any vigilance or legal case
• Education, membership of professional associations, extra-curricular activities, club membership, and technical/professional training
• Employment history (last job first), with salary and allowance breakup, role and reason for leaving
• Two references not related to you, and your major strengths and weaknesses
• Any relatives working with EPI or its subsidiaries, and any earlier application to EPI
• Any service agreement or bond with your present employer, and the time you need to join
• Whether you agree to be posted anywhere in India, visits abroad, and Employees Provident Fund details

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.

Important Instructions

• 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

What should I write on the envelope?

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

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.

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.

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.