The Directorate General of Health Services, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (DGHS), New Delhi, Delhi, has announced a recruitment drive for 5 posts of Consultant (ASO). The last date to submit applications is 30 November 2026.
Directorate General of Health Consultant Recruitment 2026: 5 Posts: Overview
| Organization | Directorate General of Health Services, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (DGHS), New Delhi, Delhi |
| Post Name | Consultant (ASO) |
| Advt No | A.15019/03/2020-प्रशासन-1 |
| Total Vacancies | 5 |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Job Location | New Delhi |
| Official Website | dopt.gov.in |
Important Dates
The following are the important dates related to this recruitment.
| Date of Circular | 10 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 30 November 2026 |
Application Fee
No application fee is specified in the notification.
Age Limit
The age limit for applicants is below 62 years as on the date of advertisement.
| Age Limit | Below 62 years |
Vacancy Details
The recruitment is for the position of Consultant (ASO) with a total of 5 vacancies available.
| Post Name | Consultant (ASO) |
| Total Vacancies | 5 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Applicants must be retired Central Government officers/officials from substantive Pay Levels 10, 9, 8, and 7 of the CSS Cadre, including those who retired/superannuated up to October 2026. Additionally, retired/discharged Defence Forces/CAPF personnel (Pay Levels 7 to 10) up to October 2026 may also apply. Candidates should possess profound knowledge of administrative, establishment, and financial matters, including Service Rules, noting, drafting, MS Office, typing, and e-office.
| Qualification | Retired officers from Pay Levels 10, 9, 8 & 7 of CSS Cadre; Defence Forces / CAPF personnel (Pay Level 7 to 10) |
| Experience | Retired from Pay Level 7 to 10 |
Salary and Pay Scale
The remuneration is based on the last pay drawn minus pension plus TA at the rate drawn at retirement.
| Salary | Last pay drawn minus pension plus TA at the rate drawn at retirement |
Selection Process
The selection process will involve the engagement of retired government officers on a contract basis.
- Submission of application form.
- Verification of documents.
- Final selection based on eligibility criteria.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should follow these steps to apply for the Consultant position.
- Fill in the application format enclosed with the circular.
- Attach relevant documents, including self-attested copies of PPO and LPC.
- Affix a recent passport size photograph on the application form.
- Submit the application to the Section Officer, Administration-I Section, DGHS.
- Ensure the application reaches the specified address by 30 November 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are freshers eligible?
No, freshers are not eligible as the position requires retired officers from specific pay levels with relevant experience.
Documents Required
- Self-attested copy of PPO (Pension Payment Order)
- Self-attested copy of LPC (Last Pay Certificate)
- Recent passport size photograph
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting an application without the required documents.
- Failing to affix a recent passport size photograph on the application form.
- Not sending the application to the correct address.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: स्वास्थ्य एवं परिवार कल्याण मंत्रालय, स्वास्थ्य सेवा महानिदेशालय
- पद: सलाहकार (ASO)
- कुल पद: 5
- योग्यता: सेवानिवृत्त केंद्रीय सरकारी अधिकारी/कर्मचारी
- आयु सीमा: 62 वर्ष से कम
- अंतिम तिथि: 30 नवंबर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑफलाइन
