NITI Aayog Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 31 Senior Lead, Specialist ,Associates and Various Posts

The National Institution for Transforming India (NITI Aayog), a premier policy think tank under the Government of India, has released a recruitment notification for 31 contractual positions including Senior Lead/Lead, Senior Specialist/Specialist, and Senior Associate/Associate. These appointments are crucial for the formulation and implementation of national development policies and programs. Candidates with qualifications in Engineering, Management, MBBS, or related fields and substantial policy-related experience are encouraged to apply. The application process is entirely online through the official portal, and the last date to apply is 8th March 2026, i.e., 60 days from the date of notification.

NITI Aayog Recruitment 2026 Notification

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Name of OrganizationNational Institution for Transforming India (NITI Aayog)
Post NamesSenior Lead/Lead, Senior Specialist/Specialist, Senior Associate/Associate
EducationMaster’s Degree / MBBS / Engineering Degree / PGDM (2 years)
Total Vacancies31
Apply ModeOnline
Job LocationNew Delhi
Last Date To Apply8th March 2026

NITI Aayog Vacancy List

Post NameVacancyEducation
Senior Lead / Lead04Master’s / MBBS / Engineering / PGDM
Senior Specialist / Specialist16Master’s / MBBS / Engineering / PGDM
Senior Associate / Associate11Master’s / MBBS / Engineering / PGDM

Eligibility Criteria

Education

  • Master’s Degree in any discipline
  • OR MBBS
  • OR Degree in Engineering or Technology
  • OR Post Graduate Diploma in Management (2 years)
  • OR Passed Sections A and B of Institution Exams of Institute of Engineers (India)

Experience

  • Required in policy formulation, appraisal, research, execution, monitoring & evaluation of programs/projects.
  • Ph.D. holders may get up to 3 years of experience relaxation, provided no work experience is counted during Ph.D. duration.

Age Limit

PostAge Limit
Senior Lead40 to 52 years
Lead35 to 50 years
Senior Specialist33 to 50 years
Specialist30 to 50 years
Senior Associate26 to 40 years
Associate26 to 35 years

Desirable Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Law, Public Policy, Public Administration, or Governance
  • Master’s Degree in Law

Salary

Post NameSalary (Per Month)
Senior Lead₹3,30,000/-
Lead₹2,65,000/-
Senior Specialist₹2,20,000/-
Specialist₹1,45,000/-
Senior Associate₹1,25,000/-
Associate₹1,05,000/-

Application Fee

  • No application fee mentioned in the official notification.

Selection Process

  • Based on qualification, experience, and interaction/interview (if required).
  • Shortlisted candidates may be contacted via official communication.

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official website: https://niti.gov.in
  2. Go to the Recruitment section and find the link for “Recruitment of Senior Lead / Specialist / Associate 2026”
  3. Click on the application link and fill out the form online.
  4. Upload all required documents such as qualification, experience, and ID proof.
  5. Submit the form and save the acknowledgement for future use.

Important Dates

Date of Notification (Employment News)8th January 2026
Last Date to Apply8th March 2026

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