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Ministry of Culture Gyan Bharatam Consultant Recruitment 2026 | Apply for 2 Posts @ gbm-moc@gov.in

Ministry of Culture, Government of India has released the official notification for engagement of Consultants on a short-term contract basis in the 'Gyan Bharatam' Division. The Ministry of Culture Gyan Bharatam Consultant Recruitment 2026 notification has been released for a total of 2 vacancies for Consultant (Administration) and Consultant (Finance). Eligible retired Central Government officers including officers retired from subordinate offices/autonomous bodies from the posts of Director/Deputy Secretary/Under Secretary, Section Officer or equivalent can apply through the prescribed format. The last date to submit the application is 01 September 2026.

This is a great opportunity for retired government officers with experience in Administration or Finance to contribute to the prestigious Gyan Bharatam Mission under the Ministry of Culture.

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About Ministry of Culture & Gyan Bharatam Mission

The Ministry of Culture, Government of India is responsible for the preservation and promotion of India's rich cultural heritage. The Gyan Bharatam Mission is a flagship initiative of the Ministry aimed at documenting, digitizing, and preserving India's vast manuscript wealth and cultural knowledge. The mission works towards the conservation, digitization, and dissemination of India's intellectual heritage for future generations. This engagement offers retired government officers an opportunity to contribute to this prestigious national mission.

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Recruitment Highlights

Feature	Details
Organization	Ministry of Culture (Gyan Bharatam Mission)
Post Name	Consultant (Administration & Finance)
Total Vacancies	02
Period of Consultancy	Initially 1 year (extendable)
Application Mode	Email
Job Location	New Delhi
Official Website	culture.gov.in/

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Important Dates

Event	Date
Advertisement Published Date	17 August 2026
Notification Upload Date	19 August 2026
Last Date for Receipt of Application	01 September 2026

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Vacancy Details

Post Name	Vacancies	Specialization
Consultant (Administration)	01	Administration, Establishment, Personnel Management
Consultant (Finance)	01	Finance, Budget, Accounts, Audit
Total	02

Note: The number of vacancies can be changed as per requirement.

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Eligibility Criteria

General Eligibility:

• Retired officer of the Central Government/State Government/Autonomous Body/PSU.
• Should not be above the age of 63 years as on date of publication of advertisement (17 August 2026).

Post-Specific Criteria:

A. Consultant (Administration):

• Holding an analogous post or having served in Pay Level-11 or above (or equivalent).
• Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in Administration, Establishment, Personnel Management, Recruitment, Service Matters, Vigilance, Parliamentary Matters, Record Management and General Administration.
• Working knowledge of Government rules and regulations, including CCS Rules, Leave Rules, Conduct Rules, Pension Rules and office procedures.

B. Consultant (Finance):

• Holding an analogous post or having served in Pay Level-8 or above (or equivalent).
• Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in Finance, Budget, Accounts, Audit, Procurement and Financial Management.
• Thorough knowledge of General Financial Rules (GFR), Delegation of Financial Powers Rules (DFPR), Government Accounting Procedures, Procurement Rules, GeM and Public Financial Management System (PFMS).

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Desirable Criteria

A. Consultant (Administration):

• Experience in handling matters relating to autonomous bodies/societies.
• Knowledge of e-Office and other Government digital platforms.
• Experience in policy formulation and coordination with Ministries/Departments and field offices.

B. Consultant (Finance):

• Experience of working in an Integrated Finance Division (IFD), Pay & Accounts Office, Internal Audit Wing or Finance Division of a Ministry/Department of the Government of India.
• Experience in examination of expenditure proposals, grant-in-aid matters, budget formulation and monitoring.
• Knowledge of Government e-procurement systems and contract management.

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Job Description

A. Consultant (Administration):

• Manage administrative operations, personnel matters and day-to-day functions of the Mission.
• Handle establishment and personnel matters, recruitment, service matters and general administration.
• Process matters relating to CCS Rules, Leave Rules, Conduct Rules, Pension Rules and prescribed office procedures.
• Handle vigilance matters, Parliamentary matters, court cases and record management relating to the Mission.
• Assist in policy formulation and coordination with Ministries/Departments, autonomous bodies/societies, field offices and other stakeholders.
• Use e-Office and other Government digital platforms for processing and monitoring official work.
• Perform any other work assigned by the competent authority.

B. Consultant (Finance):

• Oversee budgeting, financial planning and fund allocation for Mission activities.
• Examine and scrutinise expenditure proposals, cost estimates and financial justifications in accordance with extant rules.
• Handle budget formulation, monitoring, accounts, audit and financial management matters.
• Assist in procurement, tendering, preparation/examination of RFPs, Government e-procurement and contract management.
• Process grant-in-aid matters and ensure compliance with GFR, DFPR, Government accounting procedures, GeM and PFMS.
• Coordinate with the Integrated Finance Division, Pay & Accounts Office, Internal Audit Wing and other concerned offices.
• Perform any other work assigned by the competent authority.

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Remuneration & Allowances

• Remuneration: As per DoE's instruction No. 3-25/2020-E.IIIA dated 09.12.2020. Amount fixed shall remain unchanged for the term of contract.
• Transport Allowance: Appropriate fixed amount for commuting between residence and place of work, not exceeding the rate applicable at the time of retirement.
• TA/DA: On official tour as per the entitlement at the time of retirement.
• Pension: The retired officer shall continue to draw pension and Dearness Relief during the period of engagement.
• No Allowances: No DA, HRA, transport facility, residential accommodation, CGHS, Medical reimbursement etc.
• TDS: Income tax or any other tax will be deducted at source.

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How to Apply for Ministry of Culture Gyan Bharatam Consultant Recruitment 2026

• Step 1: Download the prescribed application proforma from the notification.
• Step 2: Fill the application form completely with all required details.
• Step 3: Duly sign the application form.
• Step 4: Scan the filled and signed application form along with supporting documents in PDF format.
• Step 5: Send the application through personal email ID to: gbm-moc@gov.in
• Step 6: Ensure the application reaches on or before the closing date (01 September 2026).

Note: Only applications sent through personal email ID in PDF format will be considered.

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Documents Required

• Duly filled Application Form in the prescribed proforma (Annexure)
• Recent Passport Size Photograph (affixed on the form)
• Proof of Date of Birth
• Educational Qualification Certificates
• Service Records / Retirement Order
• Proof of Pay Level/Scale held at retirement
• Experience Certificates
• Details of experience in relevant field
• Any other supporting documents

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Important Instructions

• The engagement will be strictly contractual and will not confer any right for regular appointment in the Ministry.
• The engagement as Consultant shall not be considered as a case of re-employment.
• The Contract can be extended further depending on the performance of the Consultant.
• The Consultant shall mark their attendance in AEBAS mandatorily.
• The Consultant shall be required to sign a non-disclosure undertaking.
• The Department may terminate the contract at any time without giving any notice.
• The intellectual Property Rights (IPR) of the data collected shall remain with the Ministry.
• No one shall utilize or publish any data without the express written consent of the Ministry.
• The Consultant shall be bound to hand-over the entire set of records before the expiry of the contract.

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Important Links

Description	Link
Official Website (Ministry of Culture)	Click Here
Email for Applications	gbm-moc@gov.in
Download Notification & Application Form	Click Here

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Contact Details

• Organization: Ministry of Culture (Gyan Bharatam Mission)
• Address: 8th Floor, Tower 1, LIC Jeevan Bharti Building, Connaught Place, New Delhi - 110001
• Email: gbm-moc@gov.in
• Official Website: culture.gov.in/

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the last date to apply for Ministry of Culture Gyan Bharatam Consultant Recruitment 2026?

• The last date for receipt of applications is 01 September 2026.

2. What is the total number of vacancies for this recruitment?

• A total of 02 vacancies have been announced for Consultant (Administration) and Consultant (Finance) posts.

3. What is the application mode for this recruitment?

• The application mode is email. Candidates need to send the application in PDF format to gbm-moc@gov.in from their personal email ID.

4. Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment?

• Retired Central Government officers including officers retired from subordinate offices/autonomous bodies from the posts of Director/Deputy Secretary/Under Secretary, Section Officer or equivalent.

5. What is the period of consultancy?

• The consultancy is initially for one year, extendable on year-to-year basis depending on functional requirement and performance.

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Disclaimer: This article has been prepared for informational purposes based on the official Ministry of Culture Gyan Bharatam Consultant Recruitment 2026 Notification. Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. All information including vacancy numbers, eligibility criteria, and dates are as per the official advertisement. In case of any discrepancy, the official notification issued by the Ministry of Culture shall prevail. Keep checking the official Ministry of Culture website for updates on recruitment-related information.