STPI Chief Executive Officer Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 1 Post

Age

• Less than 50 years as on the last date of submission of the application.

Eligibility

Essential

• Bachelor in Technology/Engineering (or equivalent degree) OR Master in Technology/Engineering/Science from a recognized, accredited, and reputed institute/university.

Desirable

• Ph.D. in technology/engineering from a recognized, accredited, and reputed institute/university.

Experience

• At least 10 years of overall experience in the industry, startups (as Founder/Co-Founder/Managing Director/Chairman), or as an enabler of startup, innovation, and entrepreneurship ecosystem by managing or leading reputable innovation and startup-promoting organizations, incubators, accelerators, centres of excellence, entrepreneurship development cells, mentoring organizations, or equivalent programs.

Important Dates

• Last date for submission: 29/01/2026 (10 days from publication of this notice)

Note

• Updated information was posted on 20 January 2026.

Application Fees

• Application fees information is not provided in the notification.

General Information / Instructions

• The CEO shall report to the Chairman, Governing Board.
• Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
• Experience in the relevant field will be calculated after attaining the minimum essential qualification(s).
• Mere submission of the application does not guarantee a call for test or interview.
• Certificates of educational qualifications, experience, and age will be uploaded during online application.
• If found ineligible at any ground post-appointment, services may be terminated without notice.
• No TA/DA will be provided for interviews.
• Contract may be renewed based on performance; work location may change by mutual agreement.