NIOS Recruitment 2026: Notification Released for 34 Posts on Deputation Basis

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NIOS Recruitment 2026: Notification Released for 34 Posts on Deputation Basis

National Institute of Open Schooling invites applications from eligible government employees for Group A, B and C posts across India. Apply online now.

OrganizationNIOS
Total Posts34
ModeDeputation
Application FeeNil

The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS), an autonomous institution under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, has invited online applications from eligible Central Government, State Government, Universities, Autonomous Bodies and other eligible organizations for 34 Group A, Group B and Group C posts on Deputation Basis.

The vacancies are available at the NIOS Headquarters in Noida and across its Regional Centres located throughout India.

About NIOS

ParticularDetails
OrganizationNational Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS)
MinistryMinistry of Education, Government of India
Organization TypeAutonomous Institution
HeadquartersSector-62, Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Recruitment TypeDeputation
Job LocationAnywhere in India
Application ModeOnline
Application FeeNil

NIOS Vacancy Details 2026

Post NamePay LevelPay ScaleVacanciesGroup
Assistant Director (Academic)Level-11₹67,700 – ₹2,08,70003Group A
Academic Officer (Hindi)Level-10₹56,100 – ₹1,77,50001Group A
LibrarianLevel-10₹56,100 – ₹1,77,50001Group A
Section OfficerLevel-7₹44,900 – ₹1,42,40014Group B
Assistant Audit OfficerLevel-7₹44,900 – ₹1,42,40001Group B
AssistantLevel-4₹25,500 – ₹81,10014Group C
Total34 Posts

Posting Locations

Selected candidates may be posted at:

  • NIOS Headquarters, Noida
  • Any of the 20 Regional Centres of NIOS across India

Applicants are required to provide three preferred locations while submitting the application form.

Deputation Allowance

Selected officers joining NIOS on deputation will be eligible for Deputation (Duty) Allowance as admissible under Central Government rules applicable from time to time.

Posting TypeDeputation Allowance
Within same station5% of Basic Pay
Outside station10% of Basic Pay

The allowance is subject to the maximum ceiling prescribed by the Government of India from time to time.

Post-wise Eligibility and Job Profile

1. Assistant Director (Academic)Level-11

Pay Scale: ₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700

Eligibility

  • Officers holding analogous posts on regular basis, or
  • Minimum 5 years regular service in Level-10 posts

Educational Qualification

  • Master's Degree with at least 55% marks
  • Minimum 5 years experience in academic administration, research, curriculum development or preparation of self-learning materials

Job Profile

  • Development of academic and vocational courses
  • Academic administration and planning
  • Preparation of study materials and textbooks
  • Organizing seminars, workshops and training programmes

2. Academic Officer (Hindi)Level-10

Pay Scale: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500

Eligibility

  • Officers holding analogous posts, or
  • Minimum 5 years experience as PGT (Hindi) in Government institutions

Educational Qualification

  • Master's Degree in Hindi or relevant subject with minimum 55% marks

Desirable Qualification

  • M.Phil./Ph.D.
  • Distance Education qualification

Job Profile

  • Development of Hindi study material
  • Academic planning and course development
  • Conducting workshops and teacher training programmes

3. LibrarianLevel-10

Pay Scale: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500

Educational Qualification

  • Graduate with M.Lib.Sc., OR
  • Post Graduate with B.Lib.Sc.

Experience

  • Minimum 5 years experience in academic or research institutions

Job Profile

  • Management of physical and digital library resources
  • Documentation and information services
  • Support for research and academic activities

4. Section OfficerLevel-7

Pay Scale: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400

Eligibility

  • Officers holding analogous posts, or
  • 5 years service in Level-6, or
  • 10 years service in Level-4 posts

Educational Qualification

  • Second Class Graduate

Experience Required

  • Administration
  • Accounts
  • HR
  • Examination management
  • Student support services

Job Profile

  • Administrative management
  • Personnel and establishment matters
  • Examination and student support activities
  • Handling service matters and financial rules

5. Assistant Audit OfficerLevel-7

Pay Scale: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400

Educational Qualification

  • Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Commerce or Accounts, OR
  • CA/CFA/ICWA qualification

Experience

  • 5 years experience in Accounts/Audit in Government organizations

Job Profile

  • Internal audit activities
  • Financial compliance
  • Budget scrutiny and expenditure monitoring
  • Audit reporting and financial verification

6. AssistantLevel-4

Pay Scale: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100

Eligibility

  • Officials holding analogous posts, or
  • 5 years service in Level-2 posts

Educational Qualification

  • Senior Secondary (12th Pass)

Additional Requirements

  • Knowledge of noting and drafting
  • Knowledge of Government rules and procedures
  • Computer typing speed of 8000 key depressions per hour

Job Profile

  • Office administration work
  • File processing and noting
  • Record management
  • Clerical and establishment activities

Age Limit

CategoryMaximum Age
All Posts56 Years

The age limit will be calculated as on the closing date of application submission.

Important Documents Required

  • Vigilance Clearance Certificate
  • ACR/APAR for the last five years
  • No Penalty Certificate for the last ten years
  • No Objection Certificate (NOC)
  • Educational certificates
  • Experience certificates
  • Passport size photograph
  • Signature

How to Apply

  • Submit online application through the NIOS website
  • Take a printout of the submitted application
  • Send the hard copy along with supporting documents to the address below

Deputy Director (Administration)
Recruitment Section
National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS)
A-24-25, Institutional Area
Sector-62, Noida
Uttar Pradesh - 201309

Note: The hard copy must reach NIOS within 7 days of online submission.

Important Dates

EventDate
Notification ReleaseReleased
Last Date for Online Application30 days from publication in Employment News
Hard Copy SubmissionWithin 7 days of online submission

Why Government Employees Should Consider NIOS Deputation

  • Ministry of Education organization
  • Opportunity to work in the education sector
  • Central Government deputation benefits
  • Eligibility for Deputation Allowance
  • Exposure to national-level educational projects
  • Possibility of posting across India

Government employees looking for deputation opportunities in administration, academics, audit and office management should consider applying for these vacancies before the closing date.

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