Defence Innovation Organisation (DIO) Recruitment 2026 for Consultants and Other Posts
August 5, 2026
Latest notifications for DIO recruitment 2026 updated today are listed here. Below is the complete list of all Defence Innovation Organisation (DIO) recruitment in India for the current year 2026 where you can find information on how you can apply and register for various opportunities:
iDEX DIO Recruitment 2026 for 6 Consultant Posts | Last Date: 10th August 2026
Defence Innovation Organisation (DIO), operating under the Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) framework, has announced six Individual Consultant vacancies for its Project Management Team. The recruitment includes Program Director, Deputy Program Director, Program Executive and Deputy Program Executive posts. Candidates with a bachelor’s or master’s degree and the relevant post-qualification experience can apply according to the position. The engagement will be on a full-time contractual basis, initially for three years. Selected consultants will primarily work in New Delhi but may be deputed to other locations. Online applications must be submitted by 10 August 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
Defence Innovation Organisation (DIO) Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 2 Program Director Posts [CLOSED]
The Defence Innovation Organisation (DIO), a flagship initiative under the Ministry of Defence promoting innovation through its iDEX framework, has announced recruitment for 2 Program Director (PD) posts on a contract basis. These positions are intended to strengthen the Project Management Team of DIO and support its growing innovation ecosystem. This is a high-impact opportunity for professionals with significant experience in program management, innovation, startups, technology, or consulting. The recruitment offers an attractive monthly consultancy fee ranging from ₹1,80,000 to ₹2,40,000. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official website before the last date, 30th January 2026 (5:00 PM).
DIO Recruitment 2025 for Program Staff, Managers, Executives, and Other Vacancies at Defence Innovation Organization [CLOSED]
The Defence Innovation Organization (DIO), operating under the Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence, has invited applications from qualified professionals for various consultant positions in its iDEX team. The recruitment is purely on a contractual basis and offers opportunities across project management, legal, financial services, and marketing domains.
Name of Organization
Defence Innovation Organization (DIO)
Post Names
Program Director, Program Executive, Deputy Program Executive, Program Manager, Deputy Program Director
Education
As per post-specific criteria on DIO’s official website
Total Vacancies
19
Apply Mode
Online
Job Location
New Delhi
Last Date to Apply
20 August 2025 (5:00 PM)
DIO Post-Wise Vacancy Details
Post Name
Number of Vacancies
Program Director (Project Management)
2
Program Executive (Project Management)
3
Deputy Program Executive (Project Management)
7
Program Manager (TWT)
1
Program Executive (Legal)
1
Deputy Program Executive (Legal)
1
Deputy Program Director (Financial Services)
1
Program Executive (Financial Services)
1
Deputy Program Director (Marketing)
1
Program Executive (Marketing)
1
Short Notice
Eligibility Criteria and Requirements
Education
Candidates must possess relevant educational qualifications and work experience in their respective fields (project management, legal, financial services, or marketing) as specified on the official DIO career page
Salary
Remuneration will be contractual and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Age Limit
As per DIO’s recruitment norms (details in official advertisement).
Application Fee
No application fee is mentioned.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on competitive evaluation, shortlisting, and interview.
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online through the DIO career portal at https://www.ddpmod.gov.in/offerings/careers. The last date to submit applications is 20 August 2025, up to 5:00 PM.