Eminent External Professional (Transport Economist) – NHAI
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract
- Qualification
- Qualification: Master’s Degree in Economics from a recognized University or Institute.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 5 years of experience in economic analysis and financial appraisal of projects, preferably in the transport or road sector.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 65 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
NHAI invites applications for one position of Eminent External Professional (Transport Economist) to provide specialized economic analysis for national highway projects. The role is open to experts with a Master's Degree in Economics and at least five years of experience in financial appraisal within the transport sector. This high-impact role offers a competitive remuneration package determined by a specialized committee for candidates with a proven track record in international or private institutions. Joining NHAI as an EEP allows professionals to contribute to the economic sustainability of India's primary road infrastructure network.
- Age limit: Not exceeding 65 years at the time of application.
- Contract duration: Initial 2-year engagement with potential extensions up to a maximum of 5 years.
- Application deadline: 29 May 2026.
- Work location: Deployment at NHAI Headquarters (NHAI-HQ) on a full-time basis.
- Eligibility: Open to professionals from the open market, research fellows, and scholars from premier institutes like IITs/IIMs.
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Additional Salary Information
Remuneration is determined by the Remuneration Committee; candidates should ideally be drawing over •60 Lakh per annum in their current role.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Screening of applications based on eligibility criteria
Verification of salary and income tax returns for the preceding three years
Evaluation by a Remuneration Committee (RC)
Final selection with the approval of Chairman, NHAI
Application Fees
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Reservation
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How to Apply
- Access the online application portal link provided
- Follow the procedure for filling up the online application as specified in the portal
- Submit the application online by 29 May 2026 (6.00 PM)
Frequently Asked Questions
There is 01 (one) vacancy available for this position at NHAI-HQ.
Selection is based on a review of verifiable experience and salary history by the Remuneration Committee with Chairman approval.
A minimum of 5 years of experience in economic analysis or financial appraisal of projects, preferably in the transport or road sector, is required.