Job Opportunity: Consultant At Telecom Regulatory Authority Of India (TRAI), New Delhi

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Job Opportunity: Consultant At Telecom Regulatory Authority Of India (TRAI), New Delhi

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Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has invited online applications for 1 Consultant (Retired Government/PSU/Autonomous/Statutory Body) position at TRAI HQ, New Delhi, with the last date to apply being 30 January 2026.

About TRAI and the role

TRAI is a statutory regulator established under the TRAI Act, 1997 to regulate telecom services, protect the interests of service providers and consumers, and promote orderly growth of the sector; its regulatory mandate also covers Broadcasting and Cable Services since 2004. This Consultant role is positioned in the Broadcasting & Cable Services (B&CS) Division at TRAI HQ and is meant for senior retired officials who can support regulatory work through research, drafting, analysis and coordination.

Vacancy details

  • Post: Consultant (Retired Government Servant) / Consultant (Retired Government / PSU/ Autonomous / Statutory Body) – B&CS Division.
  • Number of posts: 01 (One) (vacancy number is stated as tentative; TRAI may also prepare a reserve panel for near-future vacancies).
  • Place of posting: TRAI HQ, New Delhi.
  • Age limit: Not more than 64 years as on the date of issue of the vacancy circular (dated 09 January 2026).
  • Initial term: One year, extendable based on requirement and mutual consent (extension generally up to age 65; in deserving cases up to 70 with Chairperson’s approval, as per annexed terms).

Eligibility criteria

Educational qualification

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration / Economics / Commerce / Engineering / Science / Law from a recognized institution.

Experience (essential)

Open to retired government/PSU/autonomous/statutory body officials with a minimum 15 years of experience as on the date of the vacancy circular.

Desirable domain knowledge and skills

TRAI prefers candidates who have:

  • Sound knowledge of regulatory matters such as Tariff & Interconnection, Quality of Service (QoS), licensing and policy issues in the Broadcasting and Cable sector.
  • Strong drafting, analytical and coordination skills.

Nature of duties (work profile)

The vacancy circular sets out typical assignments, including:

  • Studying international best practices on cost studies, tariff regulation and consumer pricing issues.
  • Regulatory review of broadcasting regulations and tariff orders.
  • Market and technical analysis.
  • Regulatory impact assessment.
  • Any other work assigned from time to time.

Remuneration (how it is fixed)

TRAI will fix remuneration differently depending on whether the retiree is from a pensionable organisation, DoT PSU, or non‑pensionable PSU/autonomous/statutory body. The circular refers to specific Government of India/DoT methodologies (including DoE OM dated 09.12.2020 and other OMs) and also provides a fixed transport allowance framework (for non‑pensionable retirees, TA is stated as ₹8,000 per month in the annexure table).

How to apply (online only)

Applications must be submitted online only through: https://vacancies.trai.gov.in. TRAI will not accept applications by post or email, and the last date is 30 January 2026.

The circular requires uploading clear self-attested copies of key documents, including proof of DOB, educational qualifications (10th onwards), post-qualification experience, and PPO (where applicable), and warns that incomplete applications will not be considered.

Official Notification: https://trai.gov.in/sites/default/files/2026-01/Vacancies_09012026.pdf