StatePuducherryChecked 14 Jul 2026

District Rural Development Agency (DRDA) / Rural Development Department, Government of Puducherry Consultant – Retired Assistant Engineers / Junior Engineers (Contract Basis) Recruitment 2026

Government of Puducherry Rural Development Department / DRDA notification inviting applications from retired Assistant Engineers / Junior Engineers for engagement as Consultants on a contract basis, to support rural infrastructure works. A niche but genuine and currently open Puducherry government engagement.

Recruitment Summary

Organization
District Rural Development Agency (DRDA) / Rural Development Department, Government of Puducherry
Post Name
Consultant – Retired Assistant Engineers / Junior Engineers (Contract Basis)
Total Vacancies
Limited posts (see official notification)
Qualification
Retired Assistant Engineer / Junior Engineer (Civil Engineering background) from Central/State Government service.
Last Date
31-07-2026
Location
Puducherry
Age Limit
Applicable to retired government officials; specific superannuation/engagement age norms as per the Puducherry Rural Development Department notification.
Salary / Pay
Consolidated consultancy remuneration as prescribed by the Rural Development Department — exact amount specified in the official notification PDF.
Application Fee
Not specified as a separate fee in the notification; verify in the official PDF.

Vacancy Details

PostVacancies
Consultant (Retired Assistant Engineer / Junior Engineer)Limited posts (see notification)

Selection Process

  1. 1Screening of applications from eligible retired officials
  2. 2Selection by the Rural Development Department, Puducherry
  3. 3Document Verification

How to Apply

  1. 1.Download the notification PDF from py.gov.in/recruitment.
  2. 2.Prepare the application in the prescribed format with proof of retirement and service record.
  3. 3.Submit to the DRDA / Rural Development Department, Government of Puducherry before 31 July 2026.

Important Notes

  • Open only to retired Assistant Engineers/Junior Engineers of government service — this is a contract consultancy engagement, not a fresh recruitment for freshers or serving employees.