TRAI Senior Associate Consultant Recruitment 2026 – 1 Post,

About the Recruitment

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued a notification for the TRAI Senior Associate Consultant Recruitment 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 1 tentative vacancy for the Senior Associate Consultant Grade I (Technical) position on a contract basis. Interested candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology and relevant experience can apply online through the official TRAI vacancy portal before 18 August 2026.

Post-wise and Category-wise Vacancy Details

TRAI has announced a single tentative vacancy for the Senior Associate Consultant Grade I (Technical) post. The number of vacancies may be subject to change based on the Authority's requirements.

S. No.	Post Name	No. of Posts
1	Senior Associate Consultant Grade I (Technical)	01

The official notification does not provide a category-wise or reservation-wise breakdown of this vacancy.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the TRAI Senior Associate Consultant Grade I (Technical) position, candidates must meet specific educational and experience requirements.

• Educational Qualification: Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree in Technology/Engineering or an equivalent qualification in Electronics, Communications, Electrical, Telecommunications, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Data Science from a recognized University or Institution. A Master's degree in any of these disciplines is desirable.
• Post-Qualification Experience: A minimum of four (04) years of work experience in the Broadcasting/Telecom sector is essential. Desirable experience includes relevant work in the Broadcasting/Telecom regulatory domain, with substantial exposure to policy formulation, drafting consultation papers, recommendations, and regulatory directions or orders. Experience gained after obtaining the qualifying degree is considered.

Age Limit and Relaxation

The maximum age limit for candidates applying for the Senior Associate Consultant Grade I (Technical) post is 35 years. This age calculation is based on the date of issue of the vacancy circular, which is 28 July 2026. The official notification does not specify any age relaxation for reserved categories.

Application Fee and Payment Method

The official notification for the TRAI Senior Associate Consultant Recruitment 2026 does not mention any application fee. Candidates are advised to refer to the detailed notification for any updates regarding fees, if applicable.

Selection Process

The selection process for the Senior Associate Consultant Grade I (Technical) position will involve an interview or interaction with a Selection Committee. Candidates will be evaluated not only on their educational qualifications and experience but also on their overall performance during this interaction. Key assessment areas include analytical ability, communication skills (both verbal and technical writing), and interpersonal skills. TRAI reserves the right to cancel the selection process at any stage without providing any reason.

Exam Pattern and Syllabus

The official notification for the TRAI Senior Associate Consultant Grade I Recruitment 2026 does not specify any written examination or detailed syllabus. The selection process primarily involves an interview/interaction with a Selection Committee.

Pay Scale and Benefits

The selected Senior Associate Consultant Grade I (Technical) will receive a fixed monthly remuneration of ₹1,20,000. Additionally, a fixed transport allowance of ₹8,000 per month will be provided, bringing the total fixed monthly package to ₹1,28,000. Other benefits include:

• An increment of ₹10,000 per month over the previous remuneration at each extension, if the contract is extended beyond the first year (up to a maximum of four years).
• Reimbursement of medical insurance premium up to ₹10,000 per annum.
• Reimbursement for an approved online certification course up to ₹25,000 per annum.

Dearness Allowance and House Rent Allowance are not admissible for this contractual engagement.

How to Apply — Step by Step

Candidates interested in applying for the TRAI Senior Associate Consultant Recruitment 2026 must follow these steps:

1. Visit the official TRAI vacancy portal at https://vacancies.trai.gov.in.
2. Locate and click on the application link for Vacancy Circular No. C-3/2026-27 – Senior Associate Consultant Grade-I (Technical).
3. Complete the online application form by providing accurate personal, educational, and work experience details.
4. Upload clearly legible, self-attested copies of all required documents.
5. Carefully review all entered information and submitted documents before final submission.
6. Submit the online application form before the closing date of 18 August 2026.
7. It is advisable to save or print a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

Applications sent via postal mail, email, or any other offline method will not be considered.

Documents Required

Applicants must upload self-attested and clearly legible copies of the following documents with their online application:

• Proof of Date of Birth: Secondary School Certificate (10th class mark sheet) or a birth certificate. If the 10th class certificate does not show the date of birth, another valid government-issued age verification document is required.
• Educational Qualification Documents: Mark sheets from 10th class onwards, including the Degree Certificate (Provisional or Final) and the final semester mark sheet showing marks obtained.
• Post-Qualification Experience/Employment Proof: Proper experience certificates from current and previous employers on company letterhead. These certificates must clearly state the date of joining, date of relieving (or continuation), and detailed duties performed. The experience must be post-qualification.
• Any other relevant supporting documents as specified in the official circular.

Incomplete applications or those submitted without the necessary supporting documents will be rejected.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	28 July 2026
Online Application Start Date	28 July 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	18 August 2026

Important Links

• Download Official Notification PDF
• Apply Online
• TRAI Official Website