CTIL Consultant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

The Centre for Trade and Investment Law (CTIL), New Delhi, has one post of Consultant (Cost Accountant). CTIL was established by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India. The post is on a contractual basis, initially for one year, with a fixed monthly remuneration of ₹1,45,000–2,65,000 for PhD candidates and ₹1,37,500–2,65,000 for candidates without a PhD. Applicants must be qualified ICWA/CMA/CA with at least 8 years of post-qualification experience. At least 3 of those years must be in trade remedies, international trade or an allied field. Applications are accepted online only through the IIFT recruitment link until 18 November 2026.

CTIL Consultant (Cost Accountant) at a Glance

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

About CTIL

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, established the Centre for Trade and Investment Law to provide legal and technical inputs on international trade and investment law issues. CTIL works as a think tank and advisory centre on legal issues under the World Trade Organisation (WTO), free trade agreements and other international economic law issues. Its office is at 6th Floor, NAFED House, Siddhartha Enclave, Ashram Chowk, Ring Road, New Delhi -110014.

CTIL also hosts the Trade Remedies Advisory Cell (TRAC). TRAC supports the domestic industry in preparing applications, collating information or data, and providing legal advice for trade remedial investigations before the anti-dumping and safeguard authorities of India. The notice is signed by the Registrar, IIFT.

Who Can Apply

Candidates must be Indian nationals and qualified ICWA/CMA/CA. They must also meet the following post-specific criteria printed in the notice:

• Must hold a master's degree in areas such as cost accounting (ICWA/CMA/CA) or a related discipline.
• Consistently good academic record with at least 55% (or an equivalent grade on a point scale wherever the grading system is followed) at bachelor's and master's levels.
• Must have a minimum of 8 years post-qualification experience (PQE), out of which a minimum of 3 years must be in the relevant field, for example Trade Remedies, international trade and allied field.
• PQE means work experience obtained after the candidate's successful qualification as an ICWA/CMA/CA.

Skills Required

• Excellent cost accountancy skills, with a demonstrated interest and/or experience in trade remedies and related fields.
• Strong written and spoken communication, and presentation skills in English.
• Ability to provide sound and rigorous cost accounting analysis.
• Strong research, drafting and analytical skills, specifically in trade and investment law fields.

Desirable

Relevant work experience or research and studies produced in trade remedies, international trade or a related discipline is desirable. Strong preference will be given to candidates who have experience in trade remedies, international trade and allied field.

Age Limit

The upper age limit is 50 years, counted on the last date of receiving the applications, as the notice's table heading states. The eligibility criteria also state that the candidate must not be more than 50 years of age at the time of recruitment. The notice does not mention any age relaxation.

Candidates should check the official notification for the full eligibility conditions of the post.

Pay and Tenure

The selected candidate will be paid a fixed monthly remuneration in the range of ₹1,45,000–2,65,000 for PhD candidates and ₹1,37,500–2,65,000 for candidates without a PhD. The remuneration will be fixed on the following basis:

• The range of remuneration given for the position.
• Years of experience (overall and relevant experience); or
• Last pay drawn. This will be considered only in special cases where the Selection Committee determines that the candidate is exceptional.

The appointment will be on a contractual basis, initially for a period of one year. The contract may be extended further based on performance and requirements. CTIL wants the selected candidate to join immediately.

How to Apply for CTIL Consultant (Cost Accountant)

1. Open the online application link for Consultant (Cost Accountant): https://docs.iift.ac.in/recruit/solo.asp?jcode=Consultant_Nov2026.
2. Submit the online application by 18 November 2026.

Applications are accepted online only. Only applications received through this link will be considered.

Candidates who already applied against the earlier advertisements CRITES-11013(14)/1/2026-CTIL (dated 11 June 2026) or CRITES-11013(14)/2/2026-CTIL (dated 10 August 2026) are not required to submit fresh applications. Their earlier applications remain valid and will be considered during the selection process.

Selection and Interview

Applications will be evaluated first. Only candidates shortlisted for the second round, which consists of a written test and an interview, will be contacted by email.

• Shortlisting: If there are a large number of applicants, CTIL/IIFT reserves the right to shortlist applicants in any manner it considers appropriate. Meeting the minimum qualification does not by itself entitle a candidate to be called.
• Written test: The written test will assess the candidate's competence and skills in international trade law, international investment law or, more generally, the wide disciplines of international economic law.
• Interview: Documents will be verified against original testimonials at the time of the interview, for applicants who are called.

The notice does not mention the dates of the written test and the interview.

Important Dates

Important Instructions

• This advertisement supersedes the two earlier advertisements for the same position. Those advertisements closed on 25 June 2026 and 25 August 2026.
• The number of posts advertised is indicative. CTIL/IIFT reserves the right not to fill the post, and may increase or decrease the number of posts at any time.
• No reason for rejection will be communicated in any case.
• No correspondence will be entertained about postal delays, the conduct and result of the interview, or reasons for not being called for interview.
• Only interested candidates who meet the stated qualifications and experience should apply.

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