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🏛️ Ministry of Rural Development — Govt. of India
NIRDPR Recruitment 2026 — 14 Contractual Posts | ₹60,000 – ₹1,20,000 Monthly
National Institute of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Hyderabad invites online applications for Junior Fellow, Research Associate, Academic Associate, Junior Accountant and Senior Accountant cum Administrator under MGNREGA programme. Last date to apply: 11 May 2026.
🏛️ NIRDPR Hyderabad
14 Total Vacancies
₹60,000 – ₹1,20,000
Contract Basis
Last Date: 11.05.2026
Last Date Approaching — Apply Soon!
Online application last date is 11 May 2026. Application fee ₹300 for General/OBC/EWS. SC/ST/PWD are exempted. Apply online only at http://career.nirdpr.in/. No TA/DA for interview.
📋 Quick Summary — NIRDPR Recruitment 2026
Organization
NIRDPR, Hyderabad (Ministry of Rural Development)
Total Posts
14 (Contractual)
Contract Period
1 Year (extendable up to 2 years)
Age Limit
57 Years Maximum
Monthly Remuneration
₹60,000 – ₹1,20,000
Last Date
11 May 2026
NIRDPR (National Institute of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj) is an autonomous organization under Ministry of Rural Development, Govt. of India. Centre for Wage Employment and Livelihoods (CWEL) is hiring for MGNREGA programme support. This is purely contractual — no future regular appointment guaranteed.
📍 Vacancy & Remuneration Summary
| S. No. | Position | No. of Posts | Monthly Remuneration (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Junior Fellow (Capacity Building) | 2 | 75,000/- |
| 2 | Junior Fellow Works (NRM Convergence) | 1 | 75,000/- |
| 3 | Junior Fellow (Infrastructure) | 1 | 75,000/- |
| 4 | Junior Fellow (Social Audit) | 1 | 75,000/- |
| 5 | Research Associates | 2 | 60,000/- |
| 6 | Academic Associates (Capacity Building) | 3 | 60,000/- |
| 7 | Academic Associate (Infrastructure) | 1 | 60,000/- |
| 8 | Academic Associate (Social Audit) | 1 | 60,000/- |
| 9 | Junior Accountant (Finance) | 1 | 60,000/- |
| 10 | Senior Accountant cum Administrator (Finance) | 1 | 1,20,000/- |
| Total | 14 | — | |
📌 Detailed Job-wise Eligibility & Deliverables
Junior Fellow (Capacity Building)
2 Posts | ₹75,000/month
Qualification:PG in Rural Development, Social Sciences, Social Work, Agriculture, Environment Science
Experience:Min. 5 years in training/capacity building/rural development
Age:57 years max
Key Deliverables:Training for MGNREGS functionaries, ToT programs, skilling integration with NRLM
Junior Fellow – Works (NRM Convergence)
1 Post | ₹75,000/month
Qualification:PG in Agriculture, Social Sciences, Animal Husbandry, Forestry, Rural Development, Economics
Experience:Min. 5 years in programme convergence, rural planning, MGNREGA experience preferred
Age:57 years max
Key Deliverables:Training frontline functionaries (APO, GRS, TA, Mates), UNNATI scheme integration
Junior Fellow (Infrastructure)
1 Post | ₹75,000/month
Qualification:Graduate/PG in Civil Engineering, Construction Management
Experience:Min. 5 years in rural infrastructure planning/supervision, MGNREGA civil works preferred
Age:57 years max
Key Deliverables:Monitoring assets, estimate preparation, Time Motion Studies, NREGA technical tools (NMMS, NREGAsoft, SECURE)
Junior Fellow (Social Audit)
1 Post | ₹75,000/month
Qualification:PG in Social Work, Sociology, Public Administration, Political Science, Rural Development
Experience:Min. 5 years in social accountability, community mobilization
Age:57 years max
Key Deliverables:Strengthening community-led transparency, capacity building for social audit, grievance redressal training
Research Associates
2 Posts | ₹60,000/month
Qualification:PG in Statistics, Social Sciences, Economics, Social Work
Experience:Min. 3 years in Govt. projects, 2 years MGNREGS research experience preferred, research paper advantage
Age:57 years max
Languages:Fluency in Hindi and English required
Key Deliverables:Research proposal design, data collection (PRA techniques), analysis, case studies, report writing
Academic Associate (Capacity Building)
3 Posts | ₹60,000/month
Qualification:PG in Agriculture Economics, Animal Husbandry, Horticulture, Forestry, Social Sciences, Rural Development, Social Work
Experience:Min. 3 years in Govt. sector, 2 years experience in coordinating MGNREGS training programmes
Age:57 years max
Languages:Fluency in Hindi and English required
Key Deliverables:Training strategies, monthly dashboards, Training Management Portal experience
Academic Associate (Infrastructure)
1 Post | ₹60,000/month
Qualification:Graduate/PG in Civil Engineering, Construction Management
Experience:Min. 3 years in rural infrastructure, MGNREGA civil works preferred
Age:57 years max
Key Deliverables:Training on asset creation, capacity building of Technical Assistants, NREGA technical tools (NMMS, NREGAsoft, SECURE, Time & Motion Study)
Academic Associate (Social Audit)
1 Post | ₹60,000/month
Qualification:PG in Social Work, Sociology, Public Administration, Political Science, Rural Development
Experience:Min. 3 years in social accountability, MGNREGA social audits preferred
Age:57 years max
Key Deliverables:Community-led transparency, capacity building for social audit, training on grievance redressal
Junior Accountant (Finance)
1 Post | ₹60,000/month
Qualification:PG in Commerce/Finance, MBA (Finance), or CA Inter
Experience:Min. 3 years (2 years in Govt. office), knowledge of Tally, computer applications
Age:57 years max
Languages:Fluency in Hindi and English required
Key Deliverables:Office administration, accounting, maintenance of registers, Tally operations
Senior Accountant cum Administrator
1 Post | ₹1,20,000/month
Qualification:PG in Finance, MBA (Accounts/Finance), or CA Inter
Experience:Min. 10 years in Govt. Sector in Office Administration & Accounting
Age:57 years max
Key Deliverables:eOffice file processing for budget/payment verification, handling physical documents for second-level verification, TDS preparation
Application Fee: ₹300 + taxes for General/OBC/EWS candidates. Pay through SB Collect (online). SC/ST/PWD candidates are exempted — must upload relevant caste/PWD certificate.
📝 How to Apply — Step by Step
1
Visit Official Website
Go to http://career.nirdpr.in/ — this is the only official portal for online registration.
2
Fill Online Application
Complete all sections carefully. Upload scanned copies of all required certificates and documents.
3
Pay Application Fee (if applicable)
General/OBC/EWS: Pay ₹300 through SB Collect. SC/ST/PWD: No fee, but upload valid certificate.
4
Submit Before 11 May 2026
Last date for online application is 11 May 2026. Late applications will not be considered.
Important — Experience Certificate Format: Only valid experience certificates with employer details, duration (joining & relieving), position held, nature of appointment (regular/contractual), issuing authority seal & signature will be accepted. Offer letters, pay slips, contract extension letters will NOT be treated as experience certificate.
⚙️ Selection Process
Selection & Shortlisting Criteria
Stage 1
Screening of applications based on eligibility
Stage 2
Shortlisting (if large number of applications)
Stage 3
Written Test / Interview at NIRDPR, Hyderabad
Note
No TA/DA for attending test/interview
📜 General Conditions — Read Carefully
- 1. Application fee ₹300 for General/OBC/EWS. SC/ST/PWD exempted.
- 2. Apply online only at http://career.nirdpr.in/ — no other mode accepted.
- 3. This is purely contractual — no right to regular appointment in future.
- 4. Age, experience, qualification will be reckoned as on 11 May 2026.
- 5. Valid experience certificate in proper format mandatory (as specified above).
- 6. Canvassing in any form = disqualification.
- 7. Institute reserves right to cancel recruitment process anytime without notice.
- 8. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for written test/interview.
- 9. No correspondence/telephonic enquiry regarding shortlisting/selection.
- 10. Results will be communicated only to selected candidates.
🏁 Is This Recruitment Worth Applying For?
If you have experience in rural development, MGNREGA, capacity building, infrastructure, social audit, finance, or research — and you are looking for a contractual role with a reputed autonomous institute under Ministry of Rural Development, this is a good opportunity. The remuneration is competitive (₹60,000 to ₹1,20,000 per month).
However, be realistic: these are purely contractual positions for 1 year (extendable to 2 years). There is no guarantee of permanent absorption. If you need job stability, continue applying for regular government posts simultaneously. For experienced professionals looking for short-term engagement in rural development sector, this is a solid option.
Last date: 11 May 2026. Apply online before the deadline.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the last date to apply for NIRDPR Recruitment 2026? ▼
The last date for online application submission is 11 May 2026. Applications received after due date will not be considered.
What is the application fee? Is there any exemption? ▼
General/OBC/EWS candidates have to pay ₹300 + applicable taxes through SB Collect. SC/ST/PWD candidates are exempted from application fee but must upload valid caste/PWD certificate.
Is this a permanent job at NIRDPR? ▼
No. These are purely contractual positions for 1 year initially, extendable up to 2 years based on performance. There is no right to permanent absorption in future.
What is the age limit for these posts? ▼
Maximum age limit is 57 years as on the last date of application (11 May 2026).
How to apply for NIRDPR Junior Fellow posts? ▼
Apply online at http://career.nirdpr.in/. Fill the application form, upload required documents, pay fee (if applicable), and submit before 11 May 2026.
What documents are required for experience certificate? ▼
Valid experience certificate must have: employer details, duration (date of joining & relieving), position held, nature of appointment (regular/contractual), issuing authority seal & signature. Offer letters, pay slips, extension letters are NOT accepted.
Will I get travel allowance for interview? ▼
No. No TA/DA will be given for attending written test or interview. The selection process will be held at NIRDPR, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad.