iDEX Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Program Directors and Other Vacancies
January 5, 2026
Latest notifications for iDEX recruitment 2026 updated today are listed here. Below is the complete list of all Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) recruitment in India for the current year 2026 where you can find information on how you can apply and register for various opportunities:
iDEX Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 2 Program Director Vacancies | Last Date: 30th January 2026
The Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX), an initiative by the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, under the administrative control of the Defence Innovation Organisation (DIO), has invited applications for the recruitment of 2 Program Director positions on a contract basis. These roles are part of the Project Management Team and are crucial in supporting iDEX’s mission to foster innovation and entrepreneurship in the defence and aerospace sectors. Selected candidates will be stationed in New Delhi and will receive a monthly consultancy fee ranging from ₹1,80,000 to ₹2,40,000. Applications must be submitted online before 30th January 2026 (by 5:00 PM).
The Defence Innovation Organisation (DIO), under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, is inviting applications from skilled professionals for 07 executive-level Individual Consultant posts on a contract basis to support the Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) initiative. These roles are part of the Project Management Team (PMT) and focus on fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and collaboration with MSMEs, startups, and R&D institutions in the defence sector. Candidates with qualifications in Science, Technology, or Management are encouraged to apply. The last date for submission of online applications is 1st December 2025.
iDEX Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for Managers, Deputy Managers, Executives and Other Vacancies [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
iDEX / 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)
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
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 (https://www.ddpmod.gov.in/offerings/careers).
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.
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