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Aayog National Institution Transforming India Appointment to the Variou

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Aayog National Institution Transforming India Appointment to the Variou 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: 2026-01-25 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 Post O	1 Openings	Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900)	2026-03-12
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 Variou?

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 2026-01-25. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NITI Authority?

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Visit the official NITI Aayog recruitment portal, initiate the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, valid email, and mobile number to generate unique login credentials.

Log in using OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, capturing academic qualifications, professional experience, and specific domain preferences relevant to the advertised posts.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including educational certificates, experience letters, caste/reservation certificates, and passport-sized photographs in the prescribed JPEG/PDF formats and sizes.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to pay the application fee using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to download the payment confirmation receipt.

Submit the finalized application form, download the generated confirmation PDF, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the e-Admit Card and exam schedule.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Aayog National Institution Transforming India Appointment to the Variou 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 Screening Test (CBST)	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, English Comprehension, General Awareness, and Current Affairs with a focus on socio-economic developments.
Stage 2: Domain Specialization & Policy Analysis	200 Marks, 180 Minutes	Public Policy Formulation, Indian Economy, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Infrastructure Development, and Data Analysis methodologies.
Stage 3: Personal Interview & Presentation	100 Marks, 45 Minutes	Policy Presentation, Communication Skills, Domain Expertise, Leadership Qualities, and real-time Problem-Solving Scenarios.
Stage 4: Document Verification & Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of original academic, experience, and category certificates, followed by a standard medical fitness examination.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment to the various specialist and officer cadres in NITI Aayog is mapped to Level 11 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of Rs. 67,700. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) currently positioned at 53% (amounting to Rs. 35,881), the compensation package is highly competitive. For Class X cities like New Delhi, House Rent Allowance (HRA) is calculated at 30% of the basic pay, yielding Rs. 20,310. Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816), totaling Rs. 11,016. This culminates in a robust Gross Monthly Salary of approximately Rs. 1,34,907. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 10,358) and professional taxes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 1,23,549, which will be further enhanced upon the implementation of the 8th CPC recommendations.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, this recruitment strictly implements statutory reservation guidelines. Upper age limit relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in line with central mandates, women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee to promote inclusivity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Aayog National Institution Transfor

What are the minimum qualifying cutoff marks for each stage?

The minimum qualifying cutoff marks are 40% for General/EWS, 35% for OBC, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD categories in each individual stage of the selection process.

Is normalization applied to the screening test scores?

Yes, if the Computer Based Screening Test is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard equi-percentile normalization method is applied to ensure equity across difficulty levels.

Is there a service bond or minimum commitment period for selected candidates?

No, there is no service bond required for these positions; however, candidates must provide a formal three-month notice period before resignation.

What is the duration of the probation period for selected candidates?

Directly recruited officers undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their performance and conduct are closely evaluated before confirmation.

Is the syllabus aligned with UPSC or other civil services exams?

The syllabus shares similarities in general studies, but places a much heavier emphasis on specialized public policy, economic analysis, and data-driven governance.

Where will the selected candidates be posted?

All selected candidates will be primarily posted at the NITI Aayog Headquarters in New Delhi, with occasional opportunities for deputation to state capitals.