The National Health Systems Resource Centre has invited online applications for the post of Lead Consultant in the IT Division. This is a contractual senior-level role linked to NHSRC's technical support work for the National Health Mission and the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, so applicants should read it as a domain-specific public-sector consulting post rather than a routine IT vacancy.
The official terms of reference and the live NHSRC recruitment portal together confirm the key points that matter most for applicants: the post is in the Information Technology Division, the work location is New Delhi, the upper age limit is 55 years, the remuneration band is Rs. 1,30,000 to Rs. 1,70,000 per month, and the current online application deadline is 12 May 2026.
If you are trying to judge whether this role fits your profile, focus first on three things: whether your academic qualifications match the full-time eligibility requirement, whether you have the required IT and stakeholder or system management experience, and whether at least part of your experience is in public health or the health vertical. Those are the details most likely to determine whether your application is worth pursuing.
What this recruitment is for
This recruitment is for a Lead Consultant position in the Information Technology Division of NHSRC. The role supports technology-driven public health work under the National Health Mission and the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
The official terms of reference describe the position as contractual and reporting to the Advisor for IT and Integrated Planning. That means the role is senior, coordination-heavy, and closely tied to health systems, digital platforms, policy support, and state-level implementation work.
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Publish date on current vacancy portal | 20 April 2026 |
| Last date for online application | 12 May 2026 |
An earlier 2026 cycle for the same role appeared on the NHSRC recruitment archive with older dates. For this article, the current live vacancy cycle is the relevant one, and applicants should follow the latest portal deadline of 12 May 2026.
Eligibility criteria
The official terms of reference specify full-time or regular qualifications only. Applicants should make sure both the degree combination and the experience profile match the stated requirement before applying.
- B.E. or B.Tech in Computer Science or IT, or BCA, or B.Sc. in IT
- Along with M.Tech in Computer Science or IT, or MCA, or M.Sc. in Computer Science, or MBA
- 10 years of post-qualification experience in Information Technology
- At least 2 years of experience in public health or the health vertical out of the overall experience
If your educational path is strong in IT but does not match the exact qualification pattern mentioned in the terms of reference, you should not assume it will be treated as equivalent unless the recruitment authority explicitly accepts it.
Experience requirement in practical terms
This is not an entry-level or mid-level role. The experience requirement is designed for professionals who have already handled large IT systems, stakeholder management, and operations across multiple administrative settings.
- 10 years of post-qualification IT experience is essential
- Experience in stakeholder management is expected
- Experience in system management and operations is expected
- Experience working with various states and Union Territories is mentioned
- At least 2 years must be from public health or a health-related vertical
In practice, applicants should be ready to show a combination of technical leadership, public-sector coordination, and health-program exposure rather than only software or infrastructure experience in isolation.
Desirable qualifications and certifications
The official notice separately lists desirable certifications. These are not shown as mandatory, but they can strengthen the profile of a candidate already meeting the essential criteria.
- IT Quality certifications
- IT Governance certifications
- IT Risk Management certifications
- ISO 27001 or related security and compliance certifications
If you have these credentials, mention them clearly in your application because the role includes quality, governance, security compliance, and risk-related responsibilities.
Age limit, location and travel
The age limit in the current official terms of reference is 55 years and below as on the last date of receiving applications. The work location is New Delhi.
The role is not desk-bound. The official document also says travel to states and districts will be involved. Applicants should therefore be comfortable with coordination work beyond headquarters and with field-linked review and implementation responsibilities.
Salary, benefits and contract period
The remuneration band for the post is between Rs. 1,30,000 and Rs. 1,70,000 per month. The notice says the fee offered within the band will depend on qualifications and experience.
- Remuneration range: Rs. 1,30,000 to Rs. 1,70,000 per month
- Contract: Till 31 March 2028
- Extension: Further extension of similar duration may be considered subject to satisfactory performance
The official terms of reference also list additional consultant benefits such as accidental insurance, subsidized medical insurance, mobile bill reimbursement, laptop reimbursement as per policy, consolidated leave, maternity leave for eligible female consultants, performance-linked increments, and TA or DA for on-duty visits.
Key responsibilities of the Lead Consultant
The role combines IT leadership with public health program support. The official terms of reference place strong emphasis on techno-managerial work rather than only backend technology administration.
- Support the Advisor and IT Division in technology-based monitoring and review mechanisms
- Assist in planning, budgeting and program implementation support
- Present periodic analysis of program and survey data
- Support capacity building for stakeholders using health information systems and data analytics
- Review state and Union Territory Program Implementation Plans
- Contribute to technical reports, operational documents, policy notes and guidelines
- Lead IT quality assurance, security compliance and governance-related work
- Undertake field visits and support documentation of best practices
This means the position expects both technical maturity and the ability to work across policy, operations, data, and inter-governmental coordination.
How to apply online
NHSRC has asked candidates to use the prescribed online application format available on its recruitment system. The official terms of reference state that applications will be accepted only in the prescribed online format.
- Visit the official NHSRC recruitment portal.
- Find the listing for Lead Consultant in the Information Technology Division.
- Create an account or log in if required.
- Fill in the online application carefully with qualification and experience details.
- Review all entries before final submission.
- Submit the form on or before 12 May 2026.
The portal also notes browser compatibility guidance. It specifically advises using Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer or Edge, or Opera, and says Safari is not supported for submitting the application.
Selection process and what is officially confirmed
The official terms of reference do not publish a detailed stage-by-stage recruitment process such as written test, skill test, or interview schedule in the current vacancy notice. However, the document does refer to candidates selected in this interview, which suggests that interview-based selection is part of the process after scrutiny or shortlisting.
Because the exact stage flow is not separately detailed in the public notice, candidates should treat shortlisting plus interview as the likely process and watch the official portal and registered contact details for any further communication.
Who should actually consider applying
This role is best suited for senior IT professionals who have already worked in government-linked, health-tech, health-information-system, or large public-sector program settings. It is not a general corporate IT manager role, and it is not suitable for candidates who are strong technically but lack the required duration of experience or health-sector exposure.
You should seriously consider applying if your profile combines formal IT education, long post-qualification experience, operational and stakeholder management exposure, and at least some direct work in public health, digital health, or health-program implementation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The current official NHSRC recruitment portal shows 12 May 2026 as the last date for online application.
The upper age limit is 55 years and below as on the last date of receiving applications.
The official eligibility requires a full-time B.E. or B.Tech in Computer Science or IT, or BCA, or B.Sc. in IT, along with M.Tech, MCA, M.Sc. in Computer Science, or MBA.
Applicants need 10 years of post-qualification experience in Information Technology, including at least 2 years in public health or the health vertical.
The remuneration range is Rs. 1,30,000 to Rs. 1,70,000 per month, with the offered amount depending on qualifications and experience.
The work location mentioned in the official terms of reference is New Delhi.
No. The position is contractual and the current contract term runs till 31 March 2028, with further extension subject to satisfactory performance.
Candidates have to apply online through the official NHSRC recruitment portal in the prescribed application format.