NITI Aayog Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 31 Senior Lead, Senior Specialist and More Posts

Age Limits

• Senior Lead: Not less than 40 years and not exceeding 52 years
• Lead: Not less than 35 years and not exceeding 50 years
• Senior Specialist: Not less than 33 years and not exceeding 50 years
• Specialist: Not less than 30 years and not exceeding 50 years
• Senior Associate: Not less than 26 years and not exceeding 40 years
• Associate: Not less than 26 years and not exceeding 35 years

Eligibility Details

Required Qualifications

• 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 Qualifications

• 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 Qualifications

• Ph.D in any discipline of Law / Masters' Degree in Law from a recognized university/institute
• Preference to candidates with qualifications from nationally/internationally reputed institutions
• Ph.D in Public Administration/Public Policy/Governance from a recognized university/institute

Experience

• Relevant experience in formulation, appraisal, execution/implementation, research, monitoring and evaluation of policy, programme or projects as specified for each post.

Important Dates

• Last Date to Apply: 10-03-2026
• Updated: 19-01-2026

Application Fees

Not specified in the provided notification.

General Instructions

• Candidates currently employed in Central/State Government, UT Administrations, Universities, or recognized public institutions should apply through proper channel.
• Indian nationals only. No TA/DA for attending interactions.
• Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification.
• Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee shortlisting for interviews.

How to Apply (Contract/Deputation)

• For contract-based applications: Fill the online form on the NITI Aayog careers page and upload self-attested documents.
• For deputation: Forward the prescribed proforma (Appendix-I, II, III) through proper channel to the Under Secretary (Admn.-IA), NITI Aayog, with required supporting documents and clearances, within the stipulated period.