Isid Director Recruitment
Official recruitment notice issued by Isid for the post of Director. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
Ph.D / Doctorate, M.Tech / M.E, B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), MBBS / Medical Degree. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
Physical Endurance Test (PET/PST) -> Personal Interview.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consultant | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Director | 1 | Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 | 2026-09-30 |
| Director | 1 | Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 | 2026-06-16 |
| Director | 1 | Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 | 2026-09-30 |
| Procurement Scope | Est. Value | EMD Amount | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tender Notice - Isid (Tender: General Governm | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap
Access the official ISID recruitment portal to complete the One Time Registration (OTR) by providing a valid email and mobile number to generate unique system login credentials.
Log in to the candidate dashboard to fill out the comprehensive application form, ensuring all academic qualifications, research publications, and administrative experience are documented accurately.
Upload high-resolution scanned copies of the Ph.D. degree, experience certificates, latest passport-sized photograph, and digital signature, ensuring all files strictly adhere to the prescribed size and format limits.
Remit the non-refundable application fee through the integrated secure payment gateway using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and verify that the transaction status is marked as successful.
Download the final system-generated application PDF and monitor the registered email for notifications regarding the issuance of the interview call letter or preliminary screening results.
Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework
The candidate evaluation matrix for Isid Director Recruitment is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.
| Selection Phase / Exam Paper | Weightage & Duration | Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1: Preliminary Screening and Shortlisting | Qualifying / API Based | Academic Performance Indicator (API) scores, Research output, Quality of publications in Scopus/UGC-CARE journals, and Total years of administrative leadership. |
| Stage 2: Institutional Vision Presentation | 50 Marks / 30 Minutes | Strategic roadmap for ISID, Resource mobilization strategies, Global research collaborations, and Alignment with National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 objectives. |
| Stage 3: Personal Interview (Search-cum-Selection) | 100 Marks / 45 Minutes | In-depth knowledge of Indian industrial economy, Policy advocacy, Leadership competencies, Interpersonal management, and Financial administration of autonomous bodies. |
| Stage 4: Final Merit and Document Verification | Merit-Based Final List | Verification of original academic transcripts, Vigilance clearance from previous employers, Medical fitness certification, and Final appointment order processing. |
7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure
The Director position at ISID is typically categorized under Level 14 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, which corresponds to an entry-level basic pay of ₹1,44,200. Following the latest central government revisions, the Dearness Allowance (DA) is calculated at 53%, amounting to ₹76,426. For a Class X city like New Delhi, the House Rent Allowance (HRA) is set at 30% of the basic pay, totaling ₹43,260, as the DA has surpassed the 50% threshold. The Transport Allowance (TA) for this level is ₹7,200 plus the applicable DA (₹3,816), resulting in ₹11,016. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary reaches approximately ₹2,74,902. After mandatory deductions such as the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of ₹22,063 (10% of Basic + DA) and applicable Income Tax (TDS), the estimated in-hand net salary is approximately ₹2,15,000 to ₹2,30,000, excluding additional executive perks and medical benefits.
Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines
The recruitment process for the Director at ISID strictly follows the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines. Age relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are eligible for a 10-year age relaxation. A 10% vertical reservation for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) is implemented per the 103rd Constitutional Amendment. While the Director post is a tenure-based executive role, statutory fee concessions for women and reserved category candidates are applied according to the prevailing Government of India norms for autonomous institutions.
Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Isid Director Recruitment
The appointment is generally made on a contract or deputation basis for a period of five years or until the candidate reaches the age of 65, whichever occurs earlier.
Yes, the appointee typically undergoes a probation period of one year, which may be extended by the Board of Governors based on a formal performance review.
The Director is stationed permanently at the Institute for Studies in Industrial Development (ISID) campus located in Vasant Kunj, New Delhi.
There is no specific service bond, but the appointee is required to serve a minimum notice period of three months or pay salary in lieu thereof before resigning.
Normalization is not applicable as the selection is conducted by a single Search-cum-Selection Committee to ensure uniformity in the evaluation of all shortlisted candidates.
Candidates must be eminent scholars with a Ph.D. and at least 15 years of experience in teaching or research, with a proven track record of high-quality publications.