NIEPID Recruitment 2026: Apply for 35 Contractual Posts - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary
Recruitment Overview
The National Institute for the Empowerment of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (Divyangjan) (NIEPID), an autonomous body under the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Govt. of India, has released Employment Notice No. 01/2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for medical, rehabilitation, and administrative professionals to join a premier ISO 9001:2015 certified institution. NIEPID is inviting applications to fill 35 contractual posts across its headquarters in Secunderabad, Telangana and its Regional/Composite Regional Centres in Noida (UP), Davangere (Karnataka), Nellore (Andhra Pradesh), and Rajnandgaon (Chhattisgarh).
This recruitment is for Direct Recruitment based on a Personal Interview process conducted by an appropriate committee. In cases where more than 20 applications are received for a single post, a written screening exam may be conducted followed by an interview.
Key Highlights Table
| Parameter |
Details |
| Organization Name |
NIEPID (Divyangjan), Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment |
| Post Name(s) |
Assistant Professor, Special Education Teacher, Consultant, Therapist, Nurse, Administrative Officer, etc. |
| Total Vacancies |
35 (Contractual) |
| Application Start Date |
Notification Released |
| Last Date to Apply |
06 April 2026 (by 5:00 PM) |
| Official Website |
https://niepid.nic.in |
Vacancy Details (Detailed Breakdown)
Posts at NIEPID HQ, Secunderabad
| Sl. No. |
Post Name |
Posts |
Salary (Monthly) |
Age Limit (as on Closing Date) |
| 01 | Assistant Professor in Pediatrics | 1 | Rs. 75,000/- | Max 56 Years |
| 02 | Special Education Teacher | 1 | Rs. 45,000/- | Max 56 Years |
| 03 | Home Visitor / Teacher | 1 | Rs. 45,000/- | Max 56 Years |
| 04 | Rehabilitation Therapist | 1 | Rs. 50,000/- | Max 56 Years |
| 05 | Consultant Neurologist | 1 | Rs. 2,50,000/- | Max 56 Years |
| 06 | Consultant Psychologist | 1 | Rs. 60,000/- | Max 56 Years |
| 07 | Dietitian / Nutritionist | 1 | Rs. 50,000/- | Max 56 Years |
| 08 | Nursing Staff / MTS | 1 | Rs. 30,000/- | Max 56 Years |
Posts at CRC Davangere, Nellore, Rajnandgaon
| Sl. No. |
Post Name |
Location |
Posts |
Salary (Monthly) |
| 09 | Assistant Professor (PMR) | CRC Davangere | 1 | Rs. 75,000/- |
| 10 | Workshop Supervisor-cum-Store Keeper | CRC Davangere | 1 | Rs. 35,000/- |
| 11-18 | Various Asst. Professors, Lecturers, Officers (See Eligibility) | CRC Nellore | 8 | Rs. 50,000 - 75,000/- |
| 19-24 | Asst. Professors, Accountant, Vocational Instructor (See Eligibility) | CRC Rajnandgaon | 6 | Rs. 45,000 - 75,000/- |
Posts at Cross-Disability Early Intervention Centres (CDEIC)
| Sl. No. |
Post Name |
Centres (Vacancies) |
Salary (Monthly) |
| 26 | Clinical Psychologist/Rehab Psychologist | HQ (1), Noida (1), Nellore (1), Davangere (1), Rajnandgaon (1) | Rs. 40,000/- |
| 27 | Occupational Therapist | Nellore (1), Davangere (1), Rajnandgaon (1) | Rs. 35,000/- |
| 28 | Audiologist & Speech Language Pathologist | HQ (1), Noida (1), Nellore (1), Davangere (1) | Rs. 35,000/- |
| 29 | Special Educator (ID) | HQ (1), Noida (1), Davangere (1) | Rs. 35,000/- |
| 30 | Special Educator (HI/VI) | HQ (1), Noida (1), Davangere (1), Rajnandgaon (1) | Rs. 35,000/- |
| 31 | Early Interventionist | Nellore (1) | Rs. 35,000/- |
| 32 | Physiotherapist | Nellore (1), Davangere (1), Rajnandgaon (1) | Rs. 35,000/- |
| 33 | Nurse | Nellore (1) | Rs. 30,000/- |
| 34 | Trained Caregiver | Noida (2), Nellore (2), Davangere (1), Rajnandgaon (2) | Rs. 20,000/- |
| 35 | Activity Teacher (Part-time) | Nellore (1), Davangere (1), Rajnandgaon (1) | Rs. 15,000/- |
Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)
Educational Qualification
- Assistant Professor (Pediatrics/PMR/Speech/Special Ed/Clinical Psychology): Post-Graduate degree (MD/M.Ed/M.Phil/Master's) in relevant specialty from a recognized university. RCI/MCI Registration mandatory where applicable. Teaching/Research experience required (2-5 years depending on post).
- Consultant Neurologist: MBBS, MD with DM in Neurology.
- Consultant Psychologist: M.Phil in Clinical Psychology recognized by RCI with 1 year experience.
- Special Education Teacher: Graduate with Diploma/B.Ed in Special Education (MR) & RCI Registration.
- Nursing Staff: B.Sc. Nursing with 2 years clinical experience.
- Administrative Officer: Post Graduate Degree/MBA with 5 years experience in Govt/Autonomous bodies.
- Therapists (OT/PT/ASLP): Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in relevant therapy with RCI registration and experience.
- CDEIC Posts: Specific degrees like B.O.T, B.P.T, M.Sc (DS), PGDEI, B.Ed SE(ID) with relevant experience and RCI registration.
Age Limit & Relaxation
- Maximum Age: 56 Years for all posts.
- Age Calculation Date: Age is reckoned as on the closing date of application (06.04.2026).
- Age Relaxation: No specific relaxation mentioned in the notification for SC/ST/OBC as the maximum age is already 56 years. However, standard government rules may apply for specific categories if applicable (candidates should verify).
Mandatory Requirements
- Registration: Valid RCI (Rehabilitation Council of India) or MCI (Medical Council of India) registration is mandatory for medical and paramedical posts as on the last date of application.
- Experience: All experience must be post-qualification.
- Nationality: Must be a citizen of India.
Selection Process
This is a Direct Recruitment process based on Interviews.
- Screening: If more than 20 applications are received for a post, a written examination will be conducted first to shortlist candidates.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates (ratio 1:5 per vacancy) will be called for a Personal Interview by an appropriate committee.
- Final Selection: Based on interview performance (and written test if applicable).
Application Fee
- General/OBC: Rs. 500/- per post.
- SC/ST/Women/PH: No Fee.
- Mode of Payment: Demand Draft (DD) only. DD must be drawn in favour of "Director, NIEPID, Secunderabad" payable at Secunderabad/Hyderabad.
- Note: Candidate must write name and post applied for on the back of the DD. Separate DD required for each post.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Download Form: Visit the official website https://niepid.nic.in and download the prescribed application format.
- Fill Application: Fill the form clearly. Mention the Post Name and Serial Number from the notification.
- Superscribe Envelope: Write "Application for the post of __________ (Contractual)" on the envelope.
- Attach Documents: Attach self-attested copies of educational certificates, experience certificates, caste/disability certificate, RCI/MCI registration, and recent passport-size photos.
- Prepare DD: Obtain a Demand Draft for Rs. 500/- (if applicable) as per instructions.
- Send Application: Send the filled application form along with all documents and DD via registered post.
- Address: Send to Director, NIEPID, Manovikasnagar, Secunderabad - 500009.
- Deadline: Applications must reach by 06.04.2026. Late/incomplete applications will be rejected.
Important Dates
- Notification Release: Released
- Application Deadline: 06 April 2026 (by 5:00 PM)
- Screening/Interview Dates: To be notified later via website/email.
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