Consultant (Artificial Intelligence) – TRAI
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹2,400,000 - ₹3,000,000 per year
- Qualification
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech in Electronics, IT, or Computer Science; or MCA/M.Sc (CS); or MBA in IT/Information Systems. Certifications in AI/ML/Data Science are desirable.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 8 years of experience in the Telecom or IT field, with at least 3 years specifically in AI, ML, or Deep Learning domains.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 45 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Consultant (Artificial Intelligence) position at TRAI Headquarters offers a high-impact opportunity to shape the regulatory landscape of AI within India's telecommunications sector. This role involves monitoring global AI policy trends, assessing the impact of generative AI on broadcasting, and developing regulatory sandboxes for emerging technologies. It is an ideal career move for senior tech professionals who want to transition from pure engineering to strategic policy formulation and national-level technology governance. Candidates will work at the intersection of law, technology, and public interest, ensuring that AI growth remains orderly and consumer-centric.
- This contractual engagement provides a unique platform to influence national AI policy and regulatory frameworks for the telecom industry.
- Selected consultants will lead the adoption of Agentic AI and intelligent workflows to enhance internal productivity at TRAI.
- The role requires a deep understanding of global standards like the EU AI Act and India's DPDP Act to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Professionals will gain exposure to high-level decision-making processes and collaborate with international bodies like the OECD.
- The position offers a competitive consolidated remuneration package reflecting the high level of technical expertise required.
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Additional Salary Information
Consolidated remuneration between ₹24,00,000 and ₹30,00,000 per annum based on experience; no other allowances like HRA or Transport Allowance are admissible.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Screening of applications based on essential and desirable qualifications.
Evaluation of post-qualification and specialized experience.
Personal Interview/Interaction with the shortlisted candidates.
Application Fees
No application fee mentioned in the official notification.
Reservation
Reservation norms follow Government of India guidelines for contractual engagements where applicable.
A Reserve Panel will be prepared for vacancies arising in the near future.
How to Apply
- Visit the official TRAI vacancy portal at https://vacancies.trai.gov.in.
- Select the desired Consultant position (AI or Data Privacy & Cyber Security).
- Fill in the required personal and professional details in the online application form.
- Upload a self-attested copy of the document showing date of birth (10th certificate/Birth Certificate).
- Upload self-attested copies of educational qualifications from 10th class onwards.
- Upload proper experience certificates from previous and present employers on company letterhead.
- Upload documentary evidence of specialized experience (project profiles, certifications, etc.).
- Submit the application before the deadline of 03.08.2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
The remuneration for the Consultant (Artificial Intelligence) role ranges from ₹24,00,000 to ₹30,00,000 per annum, depending on experience.
Candidates need a B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in Electronics, IT, or Computer Science, or an MCA/MSC in Computer Science, or an MBA in IT/Information Systems.
The maximum age limit for this position is 45 years as of the date of the vacancy circular issue.