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Aayog National Institution Transforming India Appointment to the Post O

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Aayog National Institution Transforming India Appointment to the Post O administered by NITI Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NITI Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900) Cutoff Date: 2026-03-12 Posting Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Aayog National Institution Transforming India Appointment to the Post O 1	1 Openings	Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900)	2026-03-12
Aayog National Institution Transforming India Appointment to the Variou	1 Openings	Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900)	2026-01-25
Aayog National Institution Transforming India Junior Consultant in Scer	1 Openings	Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900)	2026-05-30
Aayog National Institution Transforming India Letters of Appointment Ha	1 Openings	₹9,300 - ₹34,800 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Aayog National Institution for Transforming India Laquo Kind Attention Bidd Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Aayog National Institution for Transforming India Laquo Kind Attention Dept Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Aayog National Institution for Transforming India Laquo Kind Attention Tias Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Aayog National Institution for Transforming India Regarding Publishing Wind Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Aayog National Institution Transforming India Appointment to the Post O?

The sanctioned remuneration is Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2026-03-12. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NITI Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain niti.gov.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NITI Aayog recruitment portal, complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal, educational, and contact details, and generate a unique registration ID and password.

Log in with credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying academic qualifications, professional experience, and preferred examination centers, ensuring all mandatory fields are accurately completed.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificate, degree certificates, experience letters, caste certificate (if applicable), passport-size photograph, and signature, conforming to specified file sizes.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online via integrated payment gateways using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, while ensuring women and exempted categories leverage fee waiver benefits.

Submit the finalized application form, download the generated confirmation page for future reference, and monitor the portal for the release of the admit card prior to the exam.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Aayog National Institution Transforming India Appointment to the Post O 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: Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT)	100 Marks / 120 Minutes	Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, English Language Proficiency, General Awareness and Current Affairs, Basic Computer Literacy
Stage 2: Written Descriptive Examination (Domain Specialization)	200 Marks / 180 Minutes	Indian Economy and Public Policy, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Infrastructure and Urban Planning, Data Analysis and Policy Evaluation, Governance and Institutional Reforms
Stage 3: Personal Interview and Document Verification	50 Marks / 30 Minutes	Communication Skills, Leadership and Problem-Solving, Knowledge of NITI Aayog Initiatives, Professional Experience Assessment, Original Document Verification
Stage 4: Medical Examination and Final Merit List	Qualifying / No Marks	Physical Fitness Standards, Medical History Review, Visual and Auditory Acuity Tests, Final Merit Compilation based on Stage 2 and 3 Scores

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment to the post of Officer in NITI Aayog is positioned at Level 11 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, featuring an entry basic pay of Rs. 67,700. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (Rs. 35,881), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities (Delhi) at 30% (Rs. 20,310), the remuneration is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816) brings the total TA to Rs. 11,016. The gross monthly salary amounts to approximately Rs. 1,34,907. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 10,358), Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) contributions, and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 1,22,500, subject to future 8th CPC revisions.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment adheres strictly to the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines. Age relaxations are granted to reserved categories: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is implemented for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), subject to valid income and asset certificates. In line with central government welfare directives, women candidates, SC, ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee to promote inclusivity and diversity in public service.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Aayog National Institution Transfor

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the NITI Aayog Officer exam?

The minimum qualifying marks are 50% for General/EWS, 45% for OBC, and 40% for SC/ST/PwBD categories in each stage of the selection process.

Is there a normalization process applied to the exam scores?

Yes, if the Computer Based Recruitment Test is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard equipercentile normalization method is used to ensure equity.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement for this post?

No service bond is required, but selected candidates must serve a mandatory probation period before being confirmed in the permanent cadre.

What is the duration of the probation period for newly recruited officers?

The probation period is two years, during which officers undergo specialized training and performance evaluations before final confirmation.

Where will the selected candidates be posted?

The primary posting location is the NITI Aayog Headquarters in New Delhi, though officers may be deputed to other central ministries or state departments.

Can candidates apply for multiple domain specializations?

Candidates can apply for multiple specializations if they meet the distinct educational and experience criteria for each, subject to separate application submissions.