NITI Aayog Head Administration Recruitment 2026 has been issued by the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog, Government of India, for filling up the post of Head (Administration) on a deputation/foreign service basis, including short-term contract. The recruitment is intended to engage a suitable officer with relevant administrative experience to manage and oversee administration and general administrative functions within the organization.

Under NITI Aayog Head Administration Recruitment 2026, applications are invited from eligible Group ‘A’ or equivalent officers working under central government, state governments, union territories, universities, Public Sector Undertakings, and statutory or autonomous organizations. The position is offered in Pay Matrix Level 12 with a pay range of Rs. 78,800 to Rs. 209,200.

As per NITI Aayog Head Administration Recruitment 2026, candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university. Additionally, applicants must either hold analogous posts in their parent cadre or have five years of service in Level 11 of the pay matrix or equivalent. The notification also specifies that candidates must have at least five years of experience in handling administration and general administrative matters, including procurement through GeM, along with sound knowledge of Government of India rules and regulations.

The NITI Aayog Head Administration Recruitment 2026 states that the period of deputation or foreign service will be for a duration of three years, and the terms and conditions will be governed as per DoPT guidelines. The maximum age limit for appointment by deputation is 56 years as on the last date of receipt of applications.

Applicants under NITI Aayog Head Administration Recruitment 2026 are required to submit their applications in duplicate through proper channels along with necessary documents, including APARs for the last five years, vigilance clearance, and integrity certificate. Applications must be sent within 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News.

The NITI Aayog Head Administration Recruitment 2026 further emphasizes that incomplete applications or those received after the last date will be rejected. Candidates must ensure that all eligibility conditions are met and supporting documents are properly enclosed at the time of submission.

NITI Aayog Head Administration Recruitment 2026 Overview

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit

Pay Scale

Application Process

Documents Required

Important Instructions

• Only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply.
• Applications must be submitted through the proper channel only.
• Applications must be sent in duplicate along with required documents.
• Incomplete or late applications will be rejected.
• Candidates must produce proof of details furnished when required.
• Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
• NITI Aayog reserves the right to cancel or not fill the vacancy without assigning reasons.
• Candidates must ensure eligibility conditions before applying.

Official Website / Reference

https://niti.gov.in