AJNIFM Head, Defence Finance and Economics Research Centre Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

The official notification does not specify the application fee or the selection process.

Arun Jaitley National Institute of Financial Management is located at Sector-48, Pali Road, Faridabad. Its application form describes it as an Institute of the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. The advertised post is under the CGDA-AJNIFM Research Programme, a collaborative research initiative with the Controller General of Defence Accounts, Ministry of Defence.

Essential qualification, as printed: Former Officers of IDAS/Central Government/Autonomous Bodies/PSUs (Level 16 and above or equivalent). Professional experience, as printed: Minimum 25 to 30 years' experience in Defence Finance related policies and implementation. Prior work experience with Defence Ministry, Armed Forces, Defence Think Tanks in Defence Budgeting, Delegation of Financial Powers, Audit Frameworks, Performance Evaluation Systems and Policy Formulation, and implementation. Background of Defence Budgeting Cycles, Revenue/Capital Heads, and outcome based Budgeting, Financial Rules, Audit Frameworks, and Performance Evaluation Systems. Demonstrate leadership, academic/research guidance and departmental administration experience. Proven ability to manage research Centre operations, budgets, and staff. Ability to prepare policy briefs, research papers, analytical reports, cost-

The notice gives the consolidated pay per month (maximum) as Rs.1,50,000/-. The engagement is on a contractual basis under the CGDA-AJNIFM Research Programme. The notice does not mention the length of the contract.

The application must reach the email address on or before 04-12-2026. The application form declaration states that false information makes the applicant liable for disqualification or termination at any stage. The form asks for "Post Applied For" to be written on it.