NITI Aayog Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 31 Senior Lead, Senior Specialist and More Posts
The National Institution for Transforming India (NITI Aayog) Recruitment 2026 for posts of 31 Senior Lead, Senior Specialist and More. Candidates with B.Tech/B.E, MBBS, Any Masters Degree Can Apply Online. The candidate shall apply online through NITI Aayog website, niti.gov.in.
National Institution for Transforming India (NITI Aayog) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 31 Senior Lead, Senior Specialist and More Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official NITI Aayog website. The last date to submit the application form is 10-03-2026. In this article, you’ll find the NITI Aayog Senior Lead, Senior Specialist and More Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.
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National Institution for Transforming India (NITI Aayog)
Masters' Degree in any discipline or MBBS or Degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized University or Passed in Sections A and B of the Institution Examinations of the Institute of Engineers (India) or Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Two years)
Qualification: Masters' Degree in any discipline or MBBS or Degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized University or Passed in Sections A and B of the Institution Examinations of the Institute of Engineers (India) or Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Two years).
Essential Qualification: Masters' Degree in any discipline or MBBS or Degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized University or Passed in Sections A and B of the Institution Examinations of the Institute of Engineers (India) or Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Two years).
Desirable Qualification: Ph.D in any discipline of Law/ Maters' Degree in Law from a recognized University/Institute. Preference will be given to person having educational qualifications from Institutions of National/International repute. Ph. D in Public Administration/Public Policy/Governance from a recognized University/Institute. Preference will be given to person having educational qualifications from Institutions of National/International repute.
Experience: Age and post essential qualification experience (which shall include up to 03 years for Ph.D. provided no work experience is counted during those 03 years) in formulation, appraisal, execution / implementation, research, monitoring and evaluation of policy, programme or projects is required as mentioned against the respective posts.
Salary/ Stipend
Senior Lead: Rs. 3,30,000/-
Lead: Rs. 2,65,000/-
Senior Specialist: Rs. 2,20,000/-
Specialist: Rs 1,45,000/-
Senior Associate: Rs. 1,25,000/-
Associate: Rs. 1,05,000/-
Age Limit (as on Closing Date)
Senior Lead: Not less than 40 years but not exceeding 52 years
Lead: Not less than 35 years but not exceeding 50 years
Senior Specialist: Not less than 33 years but not exceeding 50 years
Specialist: Not less than 30 years but not exceeding 50 years
Senior Associate: Not less than 26 years but not exceeding 40 years
Associate: Not less than 26 years but not exceeding 35 years
Important Dates
Closing Date
10 March 2026
Selection Process
The prescribed essential qualifications as indicated above are the minimum and the mere possession of the same does not entail candidates to be called for interview.
General Information / Instructions
Candidates working in Central Government or State Government Departments or Union Territory Administrations or Universities or Recognized Research Institutions or Public Undertakings or Semi Government or Statutory or Autonomous Organisations and other Non-Government Bodies should apply in appropriate proforma through proper channel.
It may also be taken note of that in terms of DoPT's O.M. No. 27/2/2009-EO (SM-II) dated 16.7.2009 read with O.M. No.9/23/2014-EO(SM-II) dated 22.8.2017, a candidate once applied for being considered and he/she is considered and selected by the Appointments Committee of Cabinet (ACC), ordinarily, he/she should not decline the appointment and if he/she declines the appointment, he/she will be liable for action as per aforesaid OMs.
Candidates will need to produce proof of the details furnished in their applications as and when required.
Only Indian Nationals need to apply.
No TA/DA will be paid for attending the personal talk.
Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification.
The prescribed essential qualifications as indicated above are the minimum and the mere possession of the same does not entail candidates to be called for interview.
How to Apply
For candidates, who are applying on contract basis: The candidates are required to fill the online application form on the website of NITI Aayog on the link provided under http://niti.gov.in/career/vacancy-circular. They are also required to upload self-attested supporting documents as sought in the online application form.
For Candidates, who are applying on deputation: The application, along with the following documents, may be forwarded, through proper channel, in the prescribed proforma (Appendix-I, II, III) duly signed by the candidate and countersigned by the Head of Office or any other officer authorized to sign, to 'The Under Secretary (Admn.-IA), NITI Aayog, Room No.418, NITI Bhavan, Sansad Marg, New Delhi-110001' within 60 days from the date of publication of this advertisement in Employment News:- i. Up-to-date APAR Dossier and APAR grading statement of the candidate for the latest five years from 2020-21 to 2024-25(duly attested); ii. Vigilance clearance in the prescribed detailed format signed by CVO of the department/organization; and iii. Integrity Certificate signed by an Officer of the rank of Deputy Secretary or above.
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NITI Aayog Senior Lead, Senior Specialist and More Recruitment 2026 - FAQs
Q1. What is the educational qualification required for NITI Aayog recruitment?
Masters' Degree in any discipline or MBBS or Degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized University or Passed in Sections A and B of the Institution Examinations of the Institute of Engineers (India) or Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Two years).
Q2. What is the age limit for Senior Lead post in NITI Aayog recruitment?
Not less than 40 years but not exceeding 52 years.
Q3. What is the mode of recruitment for the posts in NITI Aayog?
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