NIRDPR Director General Recruitment 2026 Notification Released – Apply Offline
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National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj (NIRDPR) has invited applications for the prestigious post of Director General. NIRDPR is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Rural Development engaged in training, research, consultancy, and policy support in rural development and Panchayati Raj.
Eligible senior officers, scientists, academicians, and experienced professionals with extensive administrative and rural development experience can apply through prescribed application format before the last date. For more details visit official
🏢 Basic Job Information
- Organization: National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj (NIRDPR), Hyderabad
- Department: Ministry of Rural Development of India
- Advertisement No: 01/2026
- Advertisement Date: 12 May 2026
- Post Name: Director General
- Total Vacancies: 01
- Job Type: Central Government Job
- Application Mode: Offline
- Location: Hyderabad
- Official Website: http://www.nird.org.in
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
For Direct Recruitment
| Parameter | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification (Essential) | Ph.D. in any Social Science |
| Preferable | Specialization in Rural Development / Developmental Administration from a recognized Institute/University/Academy |
| Experience (Essential) | At least 20 years of senior level experience in Government / Academics / International Institutions (Universities, Research & Policy Bodies in India and abroad) / Knowledge based institutions like Universities, Training & Research Institutions, and Consulting |
For Deputation
| Parameter | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | 58 years on the closing date of receipt of applications |
| Deputation Period | Ordinarily not exceed 3 years (including short-term contract and ex-cadre post held immediately preceding this appointment) |
- Age Limit:
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Direct Recruitment | Minimum 50 Years & Maximum 55 Years |
| Deputation | Maximum 58 Years |
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- Age relaxation up to 5 years applicable for Government Servants.
📅 Important Dates
| First Extension of Last Date: | 20 Apr 2026 |
| Second Extension of Last Date: | 20 Jun 2026 |
| Advertisement Published in Employment News: | 10 Jan 2026 |
📊 Vacancy Details
- Director General: 1
Total: 1 Posts
💰 Salary & Benefits
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Salary | ₹80,000/- Fixed (Pre-revised) |
| Pay Level | 6th CPC Equivalent |
| Benefits | Government allowances, perks and institutional benefits |
📝 Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- Application Screening
- Experience & Qualification Evaluation
- Interview
- Document Verification
💰 Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹Not Mentioned/-
- SC / ST / PH: Not Mentioned
How to Apply
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Applications must be sent in the prescribed format (as per Annexure in the notification)
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Send application through the Cadre Controlling Authority to:
The Deputy Secretary (Training)
Department of Rural Development
Room No. 16, (5A) 2nd Floor, Lodhi Road
New Delhi – 110003
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Last Date: 20 June 2026 (by 05:30 PM)
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For details, refer to websites:
Important Notes
- The post carries emoluments and perks & privileges as admissible to Secretary to Government of India
- Open market candidates will not get pensionary benefits
- Pre-appointment verification of character antecedents required for open market candidates
- The last date has been extended twice: originally from 45 days after 10.01.2026, then to 20 April 2026, and now to 20 June 2026
- Governing policies: DoPT/ACC instructions on deputation to be followed
Documents Required:
- Passport Size Photograph
- Educational Qualification Certificates
- Experience Certificates
- ACR / APAR Copies
- Vigilance Clearance
- Integrity Certificate
- Cadre Clearance Certificate
- Identity Proof
- Updated Bio-data / CV
🔗 Important Links
- Official Notification: Click Here
- Official Website: View
- Helpdesk: [email protected] | Helpline: 91-40-24008526
⭐ Highlights
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| 10TH - 18 Vacancies | 10th Jobs 2026 |
| 12TH - 14 Vacancies | 12th Jobs 2026 |
| 7TH - 1 Vacancies | 7th Jobs 2026 |
| 8TH - 1 Vacancies | 8th Jobs 2026 |
| ANM - 0 Vacancies | ANM Jobs 2026 |
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| B.COM - 5 Vacancies | B.com Jobs 2026 |
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| B.PLANING - 1 Vacancies | B.Planing Jobs 2026 |
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| M.SC - 13 Vacancies | M.sc Jobs 2026 |
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| MBA - 8 Vacancies | MBA Jobs 2026 |
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| MCA - 3 Vacancies | MCA Jobs 2026 |
| MCH - 1 Vacancies | MCh Jobs 2026 |
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| TET - 4 Vacancies | TET Jobs 2026 |
FAQs
1. What is the last date to apply?
Ans: The last date for submission of application is 20 June 2026.
2. What is the fixed salary for this post?
Ans: ₹ 80,000 per month (fixed as per 6th CPC).
3. What is the age limit?
Ans: For Direct Recruitment: Minimum 50 years, Maximum 53 years (relaxable up to 5 years for Government servants).
4. Is there any application fee?
Ans: No. No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
5. Can I apply directly or do I need to go through an authority?
Ans: You must send your application through your Cadre Controlling Authority (for deputation). The application should be forwarded to the Deputy Secretary (Training), Ministry of Rural Development, New Delhi.
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