Department of Pharmaceuticals invites applications from Technical Pharma Consultant

The Department of Pharmaceuticals was created on the 1st of July in the year 2008 in the Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers with the objective to give greater focus and thrust on the development of pharmaceutical sector in the country and to regulate various complex issues related to pricing and availability of medicines at affordable prices, research & development, protection of intellectual property rights and international commitments related to pharmaceutical sector which required integration of work with other Ministries.

The Department of Pharmaceuticals invites applications from eligible Indian nationals for contractual positions as detailed below

Technical Consultant Grade I (Medical Device)
Number of Technical Consultants Required : Two (Whole Time)
Organisation : Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
Legal Status : Technical Consultant Grade I (Medical Device) (hereinafter referred to as Technical Consultant) will be a consultant and will not be regarded for any purposes as an employee or official or representative of DoP. Further, the relationship between DoP and the said Technical Consultant will not be one of an employer and employee, or of a principal and its agent.

Roles, responsibilities and attributes :
The Technical Consultant will provide specialized technical and analytical support on medical devices in the context of India's pharmaceutical and healthcare ecosystem. The role focuses on regulatory compliance, market analysis, quality standards, manufacturing competitiveness, and policy inputs for strengthening India's medical devices sector alongside pharmaceuticals.
Responsibilities include—
(a) support research on global and domestic policies, industry trends, manufacturing promotion, access to medical devices, and related areas.
(b) assist in preparing background notes, talking points, briefs, and presentations and minutes of the meeting for related meetings, events and conferences.
(c) support coordination with industry’ associations and related Departments of Government of India.
(d) providing comprehensive secretarial support, including drafting proposals, handling correspondence, file processing, record-keeping etc.; and
(e) carrying out such other duties and tasks as may be entrusted from time to time.
The applicants should have the following attributes:
(q) Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines;
(r) Good organisational skills with excellent communication, writing and presentation skills; and (s) Good knowledge and skill in word processing, spreadsheets and the use of presentation software.

Eligibility criteria
Qualification : Essential Qualification: B.E./ B. Tech (Biomedical, Biotechnology, Electronics, Instrumentation engineering) OR M. Pharma.
Desirable Qualification : M. Tech or equivalent post graduate degree (in Biomedical, Biotechnology, Instrumentation engineering).
Experience : A minimum of 3 years' work experience in Medical Devices Manufacturing/ Medical Devices Regulatory Affairs/ Medical Device research & Development/ Medical Device testing Laboratory and related subject.
Sound knowledge/hands-on experience in:
• Medical Devices manufacturing industry,
• Domestic and global medical devices trade and regulatory issues,
• Latest technologies and trends in medical devices
• Data analytics in economics/industry
• Programme management, if any.
Age : Not exceeding 40 years of age as on 31.10.2026.
Remuneration : Remuneration will be Rs. 80,000 per month.
Application fee : Nil

Technical Consultant Grade I (Pharmaceuticals)
Number of Young Professionals Required : One (Whole Time)
Organisation : Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
Legal Status : Technical Consultant Grade I (Pharmaceuticals) (hereinafter referred to as consultant) will be a consultant and will not be regarded for any purposes as an employee or official or representative of DoP. Further, the relationship between DoP and the said consultant will not be one of an employer and employee, or of a principal and its agent.

Roles, responsibilities and attributes :
The Consultant will provide technical, regulatory', and analytical support for initiatives related to the Indian pharmaceutical sector, including policy development, industry competitiveness, trade facilitation, quality compliance, and market access. The role requires strong knowledge of India's pharma ecosystem, regulatory' frameworks, and global pharmaceutical trends.
Responsibilities include: -
(a) assist in preparing background notes, briefs, and presentations for bilateral and multilateral meetings, trade negotiations, and other international engagements;
(b) help in collection of data, especially related to trade, analysis of data, and preparation of summary' notes;
(c) support research and preparation of analytical reports on country' profiles related to pharmaceuticals and medical devices, international trade matters, regulations, and market access issues;
(d) providing comprehensive secretarial support, including drafting proposals, handling correspondence, file processing, record-keeping etc.; and
(e) carrying out such other duties and tasks as may be entrusted from time to time.
The applicants should have the following attributes:
(f) Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines;
(g) Good organisational skills with excellent communication, writing and presentation skills; and
(h) Good knowledge and skill in word processing, spreadsheets and the use of presentation software.

Eligibility criteria :
Qualification : Essential Qualification: Master's /Integrated Degree in M. Pharma /M.Sc. (Pharmacology)
Experience : Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in:
• Pharmaceutical industry
• Pharmaceutical/Medical Device Regulatory Authority/Govt. Department
• Relevant Consulting / research organizations
• Trade and market access analysis / Data analytics in econom ics/industry
Desirable: In depth understanding of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs / Key Starting Materials (KSMs) / Drug Intermediates (DIs)
Age : Not exceeding 40 years of age as on 31.10.2026.
Remuneration : Remuneration will be ^80.000 per month.
Application fee : Nil

Submission Instructions
Applications must be submitted using the prescribed form. Applications complete in all respects should reach the department on or before the specified last date, i.e. 20.11.2026.
Applications are accepted in either of the following methods:
1. By Hard Copy: Sent via Speed Post or hand-delivered in a sealed cover to : Office of Under Secretary (E&A), Department of Pharmaceuticals, G-19, Shastri Bhawan, New Delhi.
Addressed to : Under Secretary (E&A), Department of Pharmaceuticals, G-19, Shastri Bhawan, New Delhi (During working hours on a working day).
2. By Email: Sent to the email address :
SO-Establishment@pharma-dept.gov.in

Last Date for Receipt of Application : 20.11.2026