BIRAC is recruiting for Associate Consultant, Chief Consultant, and Program Officer positions. There are total 04 vacancies for these posts. The nature of this job is Contractual. The recruitment notification was released in November 2025. The job location is New Delhi, India. Candidates from India can apply for these positions. Please check the official notification for the start date and last date to apply.
Recruitment Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) |
| Post Name | Associate Consultant, Chief Consultant, Program Officer |
| Advt No. | BIRAC/VAC/162/Nov-2025-CON, BIRAC/VAC/161/Nov-2025-CON, BIRAC/PMU/VAC/160/Nov-2025 |
| Job Type | Contractual |
| Mode of Exam | Interview |
| Vacancies | 04 |
| Salary | Rs. 60,000 to Rs. 2,10,000 (varies by post) |
| Applicant Eligible From | India |
| Job Location | New Delhi, India |
| Category | Govt Jobs |
Post Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Age Limit |
| Associate Consultant – Incubation CON-63 |
02 | Upto 45 Years |
| Chief Consultant – Investment CON-62 |
01 | Maximum 65 Years |
| Program Officer – GCI PO-11 |
01 | Upto 30 Years |
BIRAC needs people for important roles. The Associate Consultant will help with incubation programs. The Chief Consultant must be a retired officer with lots of experience. The Program Officer will work on public health projects. The age limit is calculated based on the closing date of the vacancy. Age relaxation is applicable as per the rules mentioned in the full notification.
Exam Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | See Notification |
| SC / ST / PH | See Notification |
| Payment Mode | See Notification |
Please check the official advertisement for details about the application fee.
Essential Qualification
- Associate Consultant – Incubation:
- You need a M.Sc. or M. Tech in Life Sciences or Biotechnology.
- You need 3 to 10 years of experience after your degree.
- At least 2 years of this experience must be in entrepreneurship or incubation.
- Chief Consultant – Investment:
- You must be a Retired Officer (JS/DS/Director level) from the Government or a PSU.
- You need more than 25 Years of experience.
- Program Officer – GCI:
- You need a Master’s degree in Life Sciences or Public Health.
- You need 2 to 3 years of experience in Program Management.
- Experience in a funding agency is preferred.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting of Applications: The team will review your application form and experience.
- Interview: Selected candidates will be called for a personal interview to check their skills.
- Document Verification: You must show your original degree and experience certificates.
How to Apply
- Read the Official Notification very carefully.
- Visit the official website to find the application form.
- Fill in your personal details and education details correctly.
- Attach the required documents like your photo and resume.
- Submit the application form before the last date.
Important Dates
| Application Last Date | 18/12/2025 |
| Interview Date | To be announced later |
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification (Associate Consultant) | Click Here |
| Official Notification (Chief Consultant) | Click Here |
| Official Notification (Program Officer) | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
- What is the maximum age for the Chief Consultant post?
- The maximum age for the Chief Consultant post is 65 years.
- Is the Associate Consultant job permanent?
- No, the Associate Consultant job is contractual for one year initially.