The Ministry of Panchayati Raj (MoPR) has released an official notification for the recruitment of professionals and consultants under the Nirbhaya Fund–supported project “Freedom from Violence”. This Ministry of Panchayati Raj Recruitment 2026 offers contractual roles including Project Coordinator, Consultant (Legal), Consultant (Technical), and Junior Consultant with a salary range of ₹60,000–₹1,80,000 per month. Eligible candidates can apply within 21 days from the date of publication through the official portal panchayat.gov.in.
Ministry of Panchayati Raj Recruitment 2026 Overview
This table provides a comprehensive summary of these Panchayati Raj ministry jobs 2026.
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Details |
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Organization |
Ministry of Panchayati Raj (NPMU) |
Project |
Freedom from Violence (Nirbhaya Fund) |
Vacancies |
Multiple (See below) |
Location |
New Delhi |
Recruitment Mode |
Contractual (Full-time) |
Application Deadline |
24/01/2026 |
About MoPR and the Nirbhaya Fund Project
The Ministry of Panchayati Raj is pivotal in empowering grassroots governance in India. This specific recruitment (File No. M-11015/278/2025-CB) is for the National Project Management Unit (NPMU) of the revamped RGSA. The projects, “Freedom from Violence: Capacity Building of Women Elected Representatives (WER)” and “Sensitization of men towards women-related issues,” are approved under the Nirbhaya Fund of the Ministry of Women & Child Development. This Nirbhaya Fund project job aims to strengthen legal awareness and safety mechanisms for women in rural India.
Vacancy Breakdown:
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Project Coordinator: 01
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Consultant (Implementation & Monitoring): 06
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Consultant (Legal): 01
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Consultant (Technical): 02
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Junior Consultant: 02
Key Responsibilities and Duties
Each role has specialized duties:
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Project Coordinator: Planning and overseeing project activities, stakeholder coordination, and field-level supervision for capacity building of WERs.
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Consultant (Legal): Developing legal awareness materials, conducting workshops on women’s safety laws (POCSO, Domestic Violence Act), and providing policy advice.
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Consultant (Technical): Designing and maintaining portals/MIS systems, ensuring data security, and integrating government platforms.
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Consultant (Imp. & Monitoring): Rolling out Training-of-Trainers (ToT) models and monitoring training programs for Elected Representatives.
Required Qualifications and Eligibility
To be eligible for these MoPR consultant jobs, candidates must meet the following criteria:
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Project Coordinator:
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Education: Post-graduate degree in Development Studies, Social Work, Gender Studies, etc.
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Experience: Minimum 10 years in social development projects, preferably in gender equality.
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Consultant (Legal):
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Education: Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B); Master’s preferred.
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Experience: Minimum 6 years in legal practice or consultancy focusing on women’s rights.
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Consultant (Technical):
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Education: Bachelor’s/Master’s in CS/IT/Software Engineering.
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Experience: Minimum 6 years in web development, MIS, and database management.
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Junior Consultant: (Specifics not detailed in snippet, generally 3-5 years exp).
Salary and Benefits
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Remuneration Structure:
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Project Coordinator: ₹1,20,000 – ₹1,80,000 (Based on experience 6-14+ years).
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Consultants: ₹1,00,000 – ₹1,50,000 (Based on experience 4-12+ years).
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Junior Consultant: ₹60,000 – ₹90,000.
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Local Conveyance: ₹8,000/month (Project Coordinator) and ₹5,000/month (Consultants).
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Allowances: No DA, HRA, or medical reimbursement. TA/DA admissible for official tours.
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Contract: Initial term of one year, extendable based on performance.
How to Apply for Ministry of Panchayati Raj Recruitment 2026
The application process for this government project coordinator vacancy is offline.
Application Deadline: Within 21 days from 02-01-2026.
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Download Format: Use the format (Annexure-I) attached to the official notification.
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Fill Details: Complete the application with personal and professional details.
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Attach Documents: Self-attested copies of age proof, address proof, and educational/experience certificates.
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Submit Address: Send the envelope marked “Application for engagement as [Post Name]” to:
Under Secretary (CB), Ministry of Panchayati Raj, 11th Floor, Jeevan Prakash Building, K.G. Marg, New Delhi – 110001.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Is this a permanent job?
No, this is a contractual engagement for the project duration. It does not confer any right to permanent employment.
2. What is the selection process?
Applications will be scrutinized by a committee, followed by an interaction/interview with the Consultancy Evaluation Committee (CEC).
3. Is there an age limit?
Yes, the maximum age limit at the time of engagement is 50 years for Project Coordinator, 45 years for Consultants, and 40 years for Junior Consultants.
