India Optel Limited (IOL), a Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence, has released the India Optel Recruitment 2026 notification for 160 Project Technician, Junior Project Engineer, Welfare Officer and Consultant (Coordination) posts on a Fixed Term Contract basis.
Eligible candidates can apply offline through Post/Speed Post in the prescribed format. The application process starts on 12 September 2026 and the last date for receipt of applications is 03 October 2026.
EXPERIENCE IMPORTANT: Experience is mandatory for several posts. Welfare Officer requires 2 years of relevant experience, while Junior Project Engineer posts require 5 years of post-qualification experience. Candidates should carefully check the post-wise experience requirement before applying.
India Optel Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organisation | India Optel Limited (IOL) |
| Post Names | Project Technician, Junior Project Engineer, Welfare Officer, Consultant |
| Total Posts | 160 |
| Age Limit | 18–32 Years for Technician; 18–35 Years for JPE; 27–45 Years for Welfare Officer; up to 62 Years for Consultant |
| Qualification | NTC/NAC, Diploma, B.Sc., Bachelor’s/PG Degree or Retired Army Officer – Post-wise |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Application Mode | Offline – Post/Speed Post |
| Salary | ₹20,000–₹1,40,000 + applicable allowances; Consultant ₹1,00,000/₹1,30,000 |
| Experience | Post-wise; up to 5 years required for JPE posts |
| Eligibility | Qualification, age and experience as per post |
| Application Fee | No Fee |
Vacancy Details
- Project Technician – 98 Posts
- Welfare Officer – 3 Posts
- Junior Project Engineer – 57 Posts
- Consultant (Coordination) – 2 Posts
Total: 160 Posts
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Application Starts | 12 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 03 October 2026 |
Applications must reach the IOL Headquarters by the closing date.
Eligibility Criteria
Project Technician
Candidates should have Matriculation + relevant NTC/NAC in the prescribed trade such as Instrument Mechanic, Electronics Mechanic, Machinist, Optical Worker or Electroplater.
Welfare Officer
A full-time Bachelor’s Degree with minimum 60% marks along with a relevant postgraduate qualification in Social Work, HR Management or Labour Welfare is required. 2 years of Labour Welfare experience in a factory is mandatory.
Junior Project Engineer
Candidates need the prescribed Diploma/B.Sc. qualification with minimum marks depending on the discipline.
5 YEARS EXPERIENCE MANDATORY: Junior Project Engineer (Chemical, Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical and Optics & Coating) posts require minimum 5 years of relevant post-qualification experience.
Consultant (Coordination)
Applicants must be retired Indian Army Officers of the prescribed rank and eligible corps as mentioned in the notification.
Selection Process
The selection process varies by post:
- Project Technician: Screening + Trade Test
- Welfare Officer: Shortlisting + Personal Interview
- Junior Project Engineer: Shortlisting + Personal Interview
- Consultant: Screening + Personal Interview
- Document verification will be conducted as applicable.
How to Apply for India Optel Recruitment 2026
India Optel Recruitment 2026 is not an online recruitment. Candidates must submit the prescribed application form through Post/Speed Post.
- Download the prescribed Annexure-A application form.
- Fill the form in BLOCK LETTERS.
- Attach self-attested copies of required certificates and documents.
- Affix the required photograph.
- Mention the applied post on the envelope.
- Send the application by Speed Post to:
The Chairman & Managing Director,
India Optel Limited,
OFILDD Campus, Raipur, Dehradun, Uttarakhand – 248008
The application should reach IOL on or before 03 October 2026.
Official Apply / Application Form
There is no separate online Apply Online portal for this recruitment. Candidates must download the prescribed application format and submit it by post/speed post.
Official Website: India Optel Limited – Career Section
Details PDF
Candidates should read the relevant notification PDF before filling the application. The PDFs contain post-wise qualification, experience, age, reservation, selection process and application instructions.
- Junior Project Engineer Notification PDF
- Welfare Officer Notification PDF
- Project Technician Notification PDF
Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Application Form / Apply | IOL Official Career Website |
| Project Technician PDF | Download Notification |
| Junior Project Engineer PDF | Download Notification |
| Welfare Officer PDF | Download Notification |
| Official Website | India Optel Limited |
About India Optel Limited
India Optel Limited (IOL) is a Government of India enterprise under the Ministry of Defence. The organisation operates in the defence manufacturing and optical/electronic systems sector and recruits technical and professional personnel for various projects and units.
FAQs – India Optel Recruitment 2026
Q.1 How many vacancies are available in India Optel Recruitment 2026?
A total of 160 posts are available across Project Technician, Junior Project Engineer, Welfare Officer and Consultant categories.
Q.2 Is India Optel Recruitment 2026 online or offline?
The application is offline through Post/Speed Post.
Q.3 Is experience required?
Yes, experience is mandatory for several posts. Welfare Officer requires 2 years, while Junior Project Engineer posts require 5 years of relevant post-qualification experience.
Q.4 What is the application fee?
There is no application fee.
Q.5 What is the last date to apply?
Applications must reach IOL Headquarters by 03 October 2026.
Q.6 Are these permanent government jobs?
No. The engagement is on a Fixed Term Contract (FTC) basis and does not confer a claim to permanent employment.