🏛️ NILERD, NITI Aayog Recruitment 2026 | Joint Director, Deputy Director, Assistant Director
📢 Official Advertisement Released! – National Institute of Labour Economics Research and Development (NILERD), an autonomous institute under NITI Aayog, Government of India, invites applications for faculty positions on Contract or Deputation basis. 🚀
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| 📢 Advertisement Publication Date | 19 April 2026 (Employment News) |
| 🖥️ Application Start Date | 19 April 2026 |
| 🔒 Application Closing Date | 08 June 2026 (45 days from publication) |
| 📅 Age Calculation Cut-off Date | 08 June 2026 |
| 📝 Interview/Selection Date | To be notified to shortlisted candidates |
📊 Vacancy Details (Post-wise)
| Post Name | Vacancies | Contract Salary (per month) | Deputation Pay Level | Age Limit (Contract) | Experience Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joint Director | 02 (SC-01, OBC-01) | ₹1,45,000 | Level 12 (₹78,800-2,09,200) | 35-50 years | Min 8 years + 5 publications |
| Deputy Director | 03 (UR-01, OBC-01, ST-01) | ₹1,25,000 | Level 11 (₹67,700-2,08,700) | 26-40 years | Min 5 years + 3 publications |
| Assistant Director | 08 (UR-03, OBC-03, SC-01, EWS-01) | ₹1,05,000 | Level 10 (₹56,100-1,77,500) | 26-35 years | Min 3 years research/teaching |
📌 Age relaxation for deputation: up to 56 years. For detailed reservation and eligibility, refer official PDF.
🎯 Eligibility Criteria (Educational & Experience)
📚 Educational Qualification (All Posts)
- Essential: Master’s degree in Economics / Development Studies / Statistics / Engineering or Technology / Business Management / Public Policy / Social Sciences from a recognized university.
- Desirable: Doctorate (PhD) in relevant field, experience in econometric/statistical software (SPSS, etc.), and handling consultancy research projects.
⚠️ For Joint Director: 5 high-quality publications in peer-reviewed journals/books is mandatory.
🎂 Age Limit & Relaxation
- Joint Director: 35-50 years (not exceeding 56 years for Deputation)
- Deputy Director: 26-40 years (not exceeding 56 years for Deputation)
- Assistant Director: 26-35 years (not exceeding 56 years for Deputation)
- Relaxation: As per Govt. of India norms for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/EWS.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Screening of Applications: Based on eligibility criteria, experience, and publications.
- Shortlisting: Candidates with relevant qualifications and research experience will be called for interview.
- Personal Interview: Conducted by NILERD Selection Committee (may be online/offline).
- Document Verification: Original certificates and experience proofs verified.
- Final Selection: Based on interview performance and approval of Director General, NILERD.
Note: No written examination. Deputation candidates must forward application through proper channel with vigilance clearance and APARs.
📝 How to Apply – Step by Step Guide (Email + Proper Channel)
- Download Official Advertisement & Form: Visit NILERD Vacancies Page or direct PDF Link.
- Read Instructions Carefully: Check eligibility, age, experience, and publication requirements.
- Fill Application Proforma (Annexure-I): Download and fill in all details (Personal, Educational, Experience, Publications).
- Attach Self-Attested Documents: Age proof, degree certificates, experience certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), publication proofs, and recent passport-size photograph.
- For Deputation Candidates Only: Forward application through proper channel with NOC, Vigilance Clearance, and APARs for last 5 years.
- Send Application via Email (Compulsory): Scan all documents into a single PDF and email to: dg-nilerd@gov.in with subject line: "Application for [Post Name] – Contract/Deputation".
- Hard Copy (for Deputation only): Along with email, send hard copy to: The Director General, NILERD, Sector A-7, Institutional Area, Narela, Delhi-110040.
- Keep a Copy for Reference: Save email acknowledgment and application printout for future.
Important: Incomplete applications or those received after 08 June 2026 will be summarily rejected. Separate application for each post if applying for more than one.
🔗 Important Links & Official Resources
📄 For application proforma, annexures, and detailed instructions, refer to pages 5-7 of the official PDF.