TRAI Senior Associate Consultant Recruitment 2026

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has released Vacancy Circular No. C-13/2025-26 for hiring 1 Senior Associate Consultant Grade-I (Technical) on contract basis at its headquarters in New Delhi. You get a monthly salary of Rs. 1,20,000 (fixed) plus Rs. 8,000 transport allowance. The last date to apply online is 14th April 2026. You need a B.E./B.Tech in ECE or Computer Science plus a Master's or PG Diploma in Data Analytics and AI, along with 4 years of relevant experience.

TRAI Senior Associate Consultant Recruitment 2026 — 1 Post

TRAI is a statutory body set up under the TRAI Act, 1997, to regulate the telecommunications sector, protect consumer interests, and ensure orderly growth of the telecom industry in India. Since 2004, TRAI also oversees Broadcasting and Cable Services. This opening is in the QoS-II Division at TRAI HQ, New Delhi, and focuses on AI/ML, data analytics, and cloud-based tools for regulatory work. The contract is for 1 year, extendable up to 4 years based on performance.

Who Can Apply?

Educational Qualification

• Essential: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) in Electronics & Communication or Computer Science
• Plus: Master's Degree or Post Graduation Diploma in Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence from a recognised university

Experience Required

• 4 years of post-qualification work experience in:
• (a) AI/ML application development
• (b) Software and backend engineering
• (c) Data analytics
• (d) Cloud deployment
• (e) Handling of large datasets
• (f) Predictive modelling and system scalability

Note: If you have previously worked at TRAI, up to one-third of that period (in completed years and months) can be added as a weightage to your total experience.

Other Requirements

• You should have strong analytical, communication (including technical writing), and interpersonal skills
• You need to be dynamic and self-motivated
• Must be an Indian citizen

Age Limit

• Maximum age: Below 35 years
• Age as on: Date of issue of vacancy circular (24th March 2026)

Salary

• Monthly Remuneration: Rs. 1,20,000/- per month (fixed)
• Transport Allowance: Rs. 8,000/- per month (fixed)
• Total Monthly: Rs. 1,28,000/-
• Annual Increment (on extension): Rs. 10,000/- added to monthly pay
• Contract Duration: Initial 1 year, extendable up to 4 years on mutual consent

Application Fee

• The official notification does not mention any application fee. You can apply online without paying any fee.

Selection Process

1. Application Screening: Your application, qualifications, and experience will be reviewed by TRAI
2. Interview / Interaction: Shortlisted candidates will appear before a Selection Committee. Selection will be based on your overall performance during the interview, not just qualifications and experience alone
3. Document Verification: You must submit all supporting documents along with your online application

Note: TRAI reserves the right to cancel the recruitment at any time without giving any reason.

How to Apply

1. Go to the official TRAI vacancies portal at https://vacancies.trai.gov.in
2. Fill in your application form online only — postal, email, or other modes will not be accepted
3. Upload self-attested copies of all required documents (must be clearly legible)
4. Submit your application before the last date — 14th April 2026
5. Incomplete applications or those without supporting documents will not be considered

Required Documents

• Date of Birth proof: Class 10 marksheet or birth certificate (or government-issued DOB proof if SSC does not show DOB)
• Educational Qualifications: Marksheets from Class 10 onwards, degree certificate (provisional or final), plus final semester marksheet
• Experience Certificates: Issued by employer(s) on company letterhead — mentioning date of joining, relieving/continuation, and duties performed. Experience must be post-qualification
• Any other relevant documents

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 24th March 2026
• Application Start Date: 24th March 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 14th April 2026
• Vacancy Circular No.: C-13/2025-26
• File No.: A-25/4(4)/2026-HR (E-18956)

• Design, evaluate, and validate AI/ML-based analytical models for regulatory purposes
• Develop and assess backend systems and APIs to support TRAI's technical operations
• Handle data analytics for regulatory monitoring and decision support
• Integrate cloud-based tools and scalable architectures for regulatory use cases
• Work with large datasets to build predictive models and ensure system scalability
• Assist senior officers with advanced technical and analytical support as needed
• Prepare reports and documentation related to AI/ML projects and cloud deployments