NIOS invites Online applications for the recruitment of 62 Group ‘A’, ‘B’ & ‘C’ Posts. This online facility will be available in the Official website @ http://www.nios.ac.in/ from 30.11.2023 to 21.12.2023. Before applying for the recruitment, candidates must carefully read the NIOS Group ‘A’, ‘B’ & ‘C’ 2023 notification and ensure their eligibility.
NIOS Recruitment 2023 [Quick Summary]
| Organization Name: | National Institute of Open Schooling |
| Job Category: | Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type: | Regular Basis |
| Total No of Vacancies: | 62 Deputy Director (Capacity Building Cell), Deputy Director (Academic), Assistant Director (Administration), Academic Officer, Section Officer, Public Relation Officer, EDP Supervisor, Graphic Artist, Junior Engineer(Electrical), Assistant, Stenographer, Junior Assistant & Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) Posts |
| Place of Posting: | All Over India |
| Starting Date: | 30.11.2023 |
| Last Date: | 21.12.2023 |
| Apply Mode: | Online |
| Official Website | http://www.nios.ac.in/ |
Latest NIOS Vacancy Details:
NIOS Invites Applications for the Following Posts
| SI No | Name of Posts | No. of Posts |
| GROUP ‘A’ POSTS | ||
| 1. | Deputy Director (Capacity Building Cell) | 01 |
| 2. | Deputy Director (Academic) | 01 |
| 3. | Assistant Director (Administration) | 02 |
| 4. | Academic Officer | 04 |
| GROUP ‘B’ POSTS | ||
| 5. | Section Officer | 02 |
| 6. | Public Relation Officer | 01 |
| 7. | EDP Supervisor | 21 |
| 8. | Graphic Artist | 01 |
| 9. | Junior Engineer(Electrical)* | 01 |
| GROUP ‘C’ POSTS | ||
| 10. | Assistant | 04 |
| 11. | Stenographer | 03 |
| 12. | Junior Assistant | 10 |
| 13. | Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) | 11 |
| Total | 62 | |
Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification:
| 1. Deputy Director (Capacity Building Cell) – Essential: 1. Second Class Master’s Degree in any subject from a recognized university. 2. Officers holding analogous post i.e. Level-12 ₹78800-209200 (with ₹7600/- GP pre-revised) or 5 years of regular and continuous service in Level-11 ₹67700-208700 (PB-3 with GP of ₹6600/- pre-revised) in Central/State Govt./Central/State Govt. Autonomous organization/University/Board with experience in any of the following : i. Academic Administration, Research, Planning, Preparation and Production of self learning materials/text books at the school stage for Academic/Vocational subjects. or ii. Worked in any recognized and reputed institute of Academic/Vocational Education/Training. 3. Experience of Organizing Training Programmes/Seminars/Workshops/ Conferences. 4. Working knowledge of Hindi and English. Desirable: 1. Experience of Open Learning/Distance Education Institutions. 2. Post Graduate Degree/Diploma in Education/Distance Education. 3. Working knowledge of Computer. |
| 2. Deputy Director (Academic) – Essential 1. Second class Master’s Degree in any subject with at least 55% marks. 2. 5 years of regular service in the scale of Level-11 in the pay matrix (₹67700-208700 revised under 7th CPC) (pre-revised ₹15600-39100 with GP ₹6600 PB-3 as per 6th CPC) or (pre to pre-revised ₹10000-325-15200) or 10 years of regular service in Level-10 in the pay matrix (₹56100- 177500 revised under 7th CPC) pre-revised ₹15600-39100 with G.P. ₹5400 PB-3 as per 6th CPC) or (pre to pre-revised ₹8000-275-13500) with experience in any of the following : i. Academic Administration, Research, Planning, Preparation and Production of Self learning materials/text books at the school stage for Academic/Vocational subjects. Or ii. Worked in any reputed institute of Academic/Vocational Education/Training Centre approved by the AICTE or any State Government in the above mentioned scale. 3. Knowledge of computer operations. 4. Experience in organization of Seminars, Conference and Orientation programmes for key personnel. 5. Working knowledge of Hindi/English Desirable: 1. Experience in an Open Learning/ Distance Education Institutions. 2. Post Graduate Degree/Diploma in Education/Distance Education. |
| 3. Assistant Director (Administration) – Essential: 1. At least second class Bachelor’s Degree 2. At least 5 years of regular and continuous service in the scale of level 10 of the pay matrix (Rs. 56100-177500 revised under 7th CPC) (pre- revised Rs.15600-39,100 with G.P 5,400 PB 3 as per 6th CPC) (Pre to Pre-revised Rs.8000-13500) or 8 years continuous regular service in the scale of level 7 of the pay matrix (Rs. 44900-142400 revised under 7th CPC) (Pre-revised Rs. 9300-34,800 with G.P Rs. 4,600 PB-2 as per 6th CPC) (pre to Prerevised Rs. 6500-10500) with experience in any one of the following fields. (i) Experience of Administration including HRD, Finance and Accounting. Or (ii) Experience in conducting examination/ internal assessment at the Board/University level Or (iii) Experience in handling Student Support Services including school admissions and school management. 3. Organisation of Seminars, Conferences and liaison with various Government/Non-Government Agencies. 4. Working knowledge of Hindi/English. 5. Working knowledge of computer operation. Desirable: 1. Post Graduate Degree or Diploma in Management |
| 4. Academic Officer – ACADEMIC OFFICER (PARAMEDICAL COURSES): Essential: (i) Master’s Degree or equivalent in relevant subject from recognized university with at least 55% marks (B+) or its equivalent grade and good academic records (ii) Working knowledge of Computer Operations. (iii) Working knowledge of English and Hindi. Desirable: (i) M.Phil. and or Ph.D. in relevant subject (ii) A Post Graduate Degree/Diploma in Distance Education/Education. (iii) Experience in writing of lessons and teaching materials, organizing seminars, workshops and in service education. ACADEMIC OFFICER (TEACHER EDUCATION): Essential: (i) Master’s Degree or equivalent in relevant subject from recognized university with at least 55% marks (B+) or its equivalent grade and good academic records. (ii) Working knowledge of Computer Operations. (iii) Working knowledge of English and Hindi. Desirable: (i) M.Phil. and or Ph.D. in relevant subject (ii) A Post Graduate Degree/Diploma in Distance Education/Education. (iii) Experience in writing of lessons and teaching materials, organizing seminars, workshops and in service education. ACADEMIC OFFICER (TECHNOLOGY): Essential: (i) Master’s Degree or equivalent in relevant subject from recognized University with at least 55% marks (B+) or its equivalent grade and good academic records (ii) Working knowledge of Computer Operations. (iii) Working knowledge of English and Hindi. Desirable: (i) M.Phil. and or Ph.D. in relevant subject (ii) A Post Graduate Degree/Diploma in Distance Education/Education. (iii) Experience in writing of lessons and teaching, materials, organizing seminars, workshops and in service education. ACADEMIC OFFICER (COMPUTER SCIENCE): Essential: 1. Master’s Degree or equivalent in relevant subject from recognized University with at least 55% marks (B+) or its equivalent grade and good academic records. 2. Working knowledge of computer operations. 3. Working knowledge of Hindi and English. Desirable: 1. M.Phil and or Ph.D in relevant subject. 2. A Post Graduate Degree/Diploma in Distance Education/Education. 3. Experience in writing of lessons and teaching materials, organizing seminars, workshops and in-service education. |
| 5. Section Officer – Essential : 1. Second Class Graduate from a recognized University. 2. At least 5 years of regular continuous service in the scale of Level-6 of the pay matrix (₹35400-112400 revised under 7th CPC) (pre revised ₹9,300- 34,800 with G.P. ₹4,200 PB–2 as per 6th CPC) or (Pre to pre-revised ₹5,500-9,000) or 10 years of regular continuous service in the scale of Level-4 of the pay matrix (₹25500-81100 revised under 7th CPC) (pre revised ₹5,200-20,200 with G.P ₹2,400 PB-1 as per 6th CPC) or (Pre to prerevised ₹4,000-100-6,000) in any of the following fields (but excluding Media, Library, Printing & Computer). i. Administration (including Finance, HRD). ii. Conduct of Examination. iii. Organization of Seminars, Conferences etc for teachers & key personnel. iv. Experience in handling Student Support Services including School Administration/ Management/Admission. 3. Knowledge of Central Government Office Procedure, Service Rules and Financial Rules. 4. Knowledge of computer operations. Desirable: Working knowledge of Hindi and English |
| 6. Public Relation Officer – Essential: i) 2nd class Master’s degree in any subject ii) Diploma in Public Relation and advertising/Mass communication/ Journalism from recognized institute/University Or 5 years experience in Public Relation Department of a reputed organization/Government/autonomous organization in pay level Level-6 (Rs.35400-112400 revised under 7th CPC) (pre revised Rs.9300-34800 with GP Rs.4200 PB-2 as per 6th CPC) (pre to pre revised Rs.4500-7000). iii) Working knowledge of Hindi & English iv) Knowledge of computer operations Desirable: 1. Experience of organizing/ exhibitions and arranging meetings |
| 7. EDP Supervisor – i) Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University with Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Application/Hardware Engineering or its equivalent from a recognized institution. ii) 3 Years experience in programming and system Development in reputed big firms. Or Officer of the Central Govt./Autonomous bodies/Research Institutes/Govt. Presses holding analogous posts on a regular basis or with 10 years experience in the scale of Level-4 of the pay matrix (Rs. 25500-81100 as per 7th CPC), (pre- revised Rs.5200-20,200 with G.P Rs.2,400 PB-1 as per 6th CPC) (pre to pre revised Rs.4000-100-6000) on a regular basis or 6 years experience in the scale of Level-5 (Rs. 29200-92300 as per 7th CPC), (pre revised Rs. 5200-20200 with G.P Rs. 2,800/- PB-1 as per 6th CPC) (Pre to pre revised Rs.4500-7000). |
| 8. Graphic Artist – Essential: 1. Second class Graduate with Diploma in Fine Arts from a recognized University/Institutions. 2. Certificate in Multimedia from a reputed Institution recognized by Department of Electronic. 3. Proficiency in computer Animation/Preparation of Multimedia Packages. 4. Working knowledge of Hindi and English |
| 9. Junior Engineer(Electrical)* – 1. Three year diploma in Electrical Engineering/Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institute/university. 2. Three years professional experience in Electrical Engineering and maintenance work in officer under Central/State Govt./University/ Statutory or Autonomous Organization/recognized institution. 3. Working knowledge of English and Hindi. 4. Working knowledge of Computer Operations. |
| 10. Assistant – Essential: 1. Senior Secondary from a recognized Board 2. Proficiency in office procedure, noting, drafting, knowledge of Government Rules and Regulations 3. Working on computer with a speed of not less than 8000 key depression per hour 4. Working knowledge of Hindi and English |
| 11. Stenographer – Essential: i) Senior Secondary from a recognized Board ii) Certificate/Diploma in Secretarial Practice from a recognized institution. iii) Speed in shorthand in English/Hindi @80 w.p.m. with computer speed of 8000 key depressions per hour. Desirable: i) 3 years experience of working as Stenographer in an established Organization/Deptt. |
| 12. Junior Assistant – Essential: 1. Senior Secondary from a recognized Board 2. Working on computers with a speed of not less than 6000 key depressions per hour 3. Working knowledge of Hindi and English Desirable: 1. A Bachelor’s degree 2. A certificate course in Computer Application from recognized Institute 3. About 2 years experience of similar work in Government/Autonomous Bodies Educational Institution |
| 13. Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) – Essential: 1. Primary School Pass |
Age Limit: (As on 21.12.2023)
| 1. Deputy Director (Capacity Building Cell) – 50 years |
| 2. Deputy Director (Academic) – Below 42 years |
| 3. Assistant Director (Administration) – Below 37 years |
| 4. Academic Officer – Below 37 years |
| 5. Section Officer – 37 years |
| 6. Public Relation Officer – 37 years |
| 7. EDP Supervisor – 37 years |
| 8. Graphic Artist – 37 years |
| 9. Junior Engineer(Electrical)* – 30 years |
| 10. Assistant – 27 years |
| 11. Stenographer – 27 years |
| 12. Junior Assistant – 27 years |
| 13. Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) – 27 years |
The Upper age limit is relaxed by 5 years for SC/ST; 3 years for OBC, 10 Years for Persons with Disabilities (15 years for SC/ST PWD’s & 13 years for OBC PWD’s) and for Ex-S as per Govt. of India rules. Candidates Relaxation in Upper Age limit will be provided as per Govt. Rules. Go through NIOS official Notification 2023 for more reference
Salary Details:
| 1. Deputy Director (Capacity Building Cell) – Rs. 78800-209200 |
| 2. Deputy Director (Academic) – Rs. 78800-209200 |
| 3. Assistant Director (Administration) – Rs. 67700-208700 |
| 4. Academic Officer – Rs. 56100-177500 |
| 5. Section Officer – Rs. 44900-142400 |
| 6. Public Relation Officer – Rs. 44900-142400 |
| 7. EDP Supervisor – Rs. 35400-112400 |
| 8. Graphic Artist – Rs. 35400-112400 |
| 9. Junior Engineer(Electrical)* – Rs. 35400-112400 |
| 10. Assistant – Rs. 25500-81100 |
| 11. Stenographer – Rs. 25500-81100 |
| 12. Junior Assistant – Rs. 19900-63200 |
| 13. Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) – Rs. 18000-56900 |
Selection Process:
NIOS may follow the following process to select the candidates.
| 1. written test |
| 2. Skill Test |
Application Fee:
| Group ‘A’ (UR/OBC) – Rs. 1500/- |
| Group ‘B’ & ‘C’ (UR/OBC) – Rs. 1200/- |
| Group ‘A’ (SC/ST/EWS) – Rs. 750/- |
| Group ‘B’ (SC/ST) – Rs. 750/- |
| Group ‘B’ & ‘C’ (EWS) – Rs. 600/- |
| Group ‘C’ (SC/ST) – Rs. 500/- |
| NOTE: ₹50/- will be charged as online processing fee (other than Application Fee) for each online transaction. However, PwD categories with a minimum of 40% disability are exempted from payment. |
| Note: The applicants shall pay the Application Fee as indicated in the Table Above through Online Payment Mode Only. |
How to Apply:
Candidate(s) fulfilling all the above clearly laid down criteria will have to apply online only through the link on the NIOS website in the careers webpage under current openings section i.e. http://www.nios.ac.in/ from 30.11.2023 to 21.12.2023. No other mode of application will be accepted.
Important Dates:
| Starting Date for Submission of Application | 30.11.2023 |
| Last date for Submission of Application | 21.12.2023 |
Official Notification & Application Link:
| NIOS Official Website Career Page | Click Here |
| NIOS Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| NIOS Eligibly Conditions PDF | Click Here |
| NIOS Syllabus for all posts PDF | Click Here |
| Starting Date for Submission of Application: 30.11.2023 | |
| NIOS Online Application Form | Click Here |
