India Optel Limited (IOL), a Defence Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has released Advertisement No. IOLHqrs/100(6)/2026-Rectt for the engagement of 160 professionals on a Fixed Term Contract basis. The recruitment covers Project Technician, Junior Project Engineer, Welfare Officer, and Consultant (Coordination) posts. Unlike most recruitment drives covered here, this one is offline only — applications must be sent by post to IOL Headquarters, not submitted through a website. This article covers the complete details — vacancy breakup, eligibility, selection process, and exactly how to apply by post.
1. Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | India Optel Limited (IOL) |
| Organisation Status | Defence Public Sector Undertaking (DPSU), Ministry of Defence, Government of India |
| Advertisement Number | IOLHqrs/100(6)/2026-Rectt |
| Engagement Type | Fixed Term Contract (not permanent recruitment) |
| Posts | Project Technician, Junior Project Engineer, Welfare Officer, Consultant (Coordination) |
| Total Vacancies | 160 |
| Mode of Application | Offline only — by Post/Speed Post |
| Official Website | indiaoptel.in |
Important: This is a Fixed Term Contract engagement, not a permanent government job. Candidates should be clear on this distinction before applying, since it affects job security and long-term career planning.
2. Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification published (Employment News) | 12 September 2026 |
| Offline application start | 12 September 2026 |
| Last date for receipt of application at IOL Headquarters | 3 October 2026 (21 days from the date of publication in Employment News) |
Since this is an offline recruitment, candidates should mail their application well before the deadline to account for postal transit time — a late-arriving application, even if posted before 3 October, could be rejected if it doesn’t physically reach IOL Headquarters in time.
3. Vacancy Details
Total Vacancies: 160, across four post categories:
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Project Technician | 98 (highest share) |
| Junior Project Engineer (JPE) | 57 |
| Welfare Officer | Notified within overall total |
| Consultant (Coordination) | Notified within overall total |
Project Technician trades include: Fitter (Instruments), Fitter (Electronics), Machinist, Optical Worker, and Electroplater.
(Note: Project Technician and JPE vacancies alone total 155; the remaining 5 posts are split between Welfare Officer and Consultant (Coordination), per the overall 160-post count reported for this notification. Candidates should verify the exact split for these two smaller categories from the official advertisement.)
4. Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Project Technician | Matriculation, along with a relevant NTC (National Trade Certificate) or NAC (National Apprenticeship Certificate) in the concerned trade |
| Junior Project Engineer | A relevant Engineering Degree in the concerned discipline |
| Welfare Officer / Consultant (Coordination) | Relevant professional qualification and experience, as specified in the official advertisement |
Age Limit
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Project Technician | 18 – 32 years |
| Junior Project Engineer | 18 – 35 years |
| Welfare Officer | 27 – 45 years |
| Consultant (Coordination) | Up to 62 years |
5. Selection Process
For Project Technician posts, the selection process is:
- Screening, based on marks scored in the NTC/NAC examination.
- Shortlisting for a Trade Test — a practical test that is qualifying in nature (not counted toward final merit).
- Final Merit, based solely on NTC/NAC examination marks — the Trade Test only qualifies or disqualifies a candidate; it does not add to the merit score.
For Junior Project Engineer, Welfare Officer, and Consultant posts, selection is based on the qualification, experience, and any additional screening/interview process specified in the official advertisement for each respective post.
6. Application Fee
There is no application fee for any post under this recruitment — it is completely free (NIL) for Project Technician, Junior Project Engineer, Welfare Officer, and Consultant candidates alike.
7. How to Apply
This recruitment does not have an online application facility. Follow these steps to apply by post:
- Visit the official India Optel website: indiaoptel.in/current-advertisements
- Download the detailed recruitment advertisement (Advt No. IOLHqrs/100(6)/2026-Rectt) and read the complete eligibility criteria carefully.
- Download the prescribed Application Format (Annexure-A) for your specific post — Project Technician and Junior Project Engineer each have their own format.
- Fill out the application form carefully, in BLOCK LETTERS, using a blue or black pen only.
- Attach all required supporting documents and certificates (educational certificates, NTC/NAC certificate, age proof, category certificate if applicable, and any experience certificates).
- Send the completed application to IOL Headquarters by Post or Speed Post only — courier or hand delivery details, if permitted, should be confirmed from the official advertisement.
- Ensure your application reaches IOL Headquarters on or before 3 October 2026.
Important: Since there is no online submission option, keep a photocopy of your complete filled application and all attached documents for your own records before posting them.
8. Frequently Asked Questions
160 vacancies across Project Technician (98), Junior Project Engineer (57), Welfare Officer, and Consultant (Coordination) posts.
3 October 2026 — this is the last date for the application to be received at IOL Headquarters, not just the date it needs to be posted.
No. This is a Fixed Term Contract engagement, not a permanent recruitment.
No. This recruitment is offline only — applications must be sent by Post/Speed Post using the prescribed Annexure-A format.
Matriculation along with a relevant NTC or NAC certificate in the concerned trade (such as Fitter Instruments, Fitter Electronics, Machinist, Optical Worker, or Electroplater).
A relevant Engineering Degree in the concerned discipline.
18-32 years for Project Technician, 18-35 years for Junior Project Engineer, 27-45 years for Welfare Officer, and up to 62 years for Consultant (Coordination).
No. The application fee is NIL for all posts in this recruitment.
Based solely on marks scored in the NTC/NAC examination. The Trade Test is only a qualifying stage and does not add to the final merit score.
Download the prescribed Application Format (Annexure-A) for your specific post from the official India Optel website.
9. Official Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Advertisement & Application Format | indiaoptel.in/current-advertisements |
| Official India Optel Website | indiaoptel.in |
Read the complete official advertisement carefully to confirm the exact vacancy split, qualification requirements, and application format for your specific post. Since this recruitment is offline only, post your application well ahead of the deadline to ensure it reaches IOL Headquarters on time.
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