NIRD&PR Hyderabad Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for Director General Post

National Institute of Rural Development Hyderabad Last Date: 25th February, 2026

NIRD&PR Hyderabad Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for Director General Post

The National Institute of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj (NIRD&PR), Hyderabad, has invited applications for the post of Director General. This is a senior-level position offered on a Direct Recruitment or Deputation basis for an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Rural Development.

Candidates possessing a Ph.D in Social Sciences with substantial experience in developmental administration are encouraged to apply. The application process requires submission through the Cadre Controlling Authority, and the filled-in applications must reach the Ministry of Rural Development in New Delhi by the stipulated deadline.

Overview Table

Particulars Details
Organization National Institute of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj (NIRD&PR)
Post Name Director General
Total Vacancies 1
Job Location Hyderabad, Telangana
Last Date to Apply 25th February 2026
Official Website https://nirdpr.org.in/

Vacancy Details

Post Name No. of Posts Salary Recruitment Basis
Director General 01 (One) Rs. 80,000/- (fixed) (Pre-revised) Direct Recruitment or Deputation

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Director General

  • Essential Qualification: Ph.D. in any Social Science. Preferable: Specialization in any discipline of Rural Development/Developmental Administration from any recognized Institute/University/Academy.
  • Experience:
    • At least 20 years of experience at a senior level in Government/Academics, including International Institutions (Universities and Research & Policy Bodies in India and abroad) and knowledge-based institutions.
    • Out of the total experience, a minimum of 10 years must be in handling assignments in the area of developmental administration, including rural development, flagship programmes of Government of India/State Government, or handling the administration of major institutions/departments related to rural development.
  • Age Limit (Direct Recruits): Minimum 50 years and Maximum 53 years (Relaxable up to 5 years for Govt. Servants).
  • Age Limit (Deputation): Maximum 58 years on the closing date of receipt of the application.
  • Tenure: 5 years or until he/she attains the age of 60 years, whichever is earlier.

Important Links

Important Links:
Official Notification PDF: Click here
Official Website: Click here

How to Apply

Applications in the prescribed format should be sent through the Cadre Controlling Authority/Department to the Deputy Secretary (Training), Ministry of Rural Development, Department of Rural Development, Room no. 16, Core 5A, India Habitat Centre, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110001.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the last date to apply for NIRD&PR Director General Recruitment?
A: The last date is 25th February 2026.

Q2: What is the salary for the Director General post?
A: The salary is Rs. 80,000/- (fixed) (Pre-revised).

Q3: Can I apply directly for this post?
A: No, applications must be sent through the Cadre Controlling Authority/Department.

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Past/Expired Recruitments

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About National Institute of Rural Development

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The National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj (NIRD&PR) is an autonomous organisation under the Union Ministry of Rural Development. It is a premier national centre of excellence in rural development and Panchayati Raj. National Institute of Rural Development (NIRD) is recognised internationally as one of the UN-ESCAP Centres of Excellence, it builds capacities of rural development functionaries, elected representatives of PRIs, bankers, NGOs and other stakeholders through inter-related activities of training, research and consultancy. The Institute is located in Hyderabad, Telangana. The NIRD&PR celebrated its Golden Jubilee Year of establishment in 2008. In addition to the main campus at Hyderabad, it has North-Eastern Regional Centre at Guwahati, Assam to meet the NE-regional needs.

National Institute of Rural Development recruitment offers great career opportunities for several posts such as Professors, Associate Professors, Assistant Professors.

Interested candidates can pursue courses in Post Graduate degree in Sociology, Social/ Cultural Anthropology, Economics, Social Work, Rural Development,Population & Development Studies, Forest Management, Agriculture, Management, RuralDevelopment, Social Sciences, Economics, Banking, Political Science, PublicAdministration, Local Governance, M.Tech (in any field of Science & Technology includingGeo-informatics, Space Technology, Spatial Information Technology), Library Science, Journalism, Mass Media and Statistics + Ph.D. in the relevant discipline for a great career at National Institute of Rural Development.


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Hyderabad, Telangana - 500030
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