National Rural Infrastructure Development Agency (NRIDA) invites offline applications for 9 vacancies including Director, Joint Director, Deputy Director, and Assistant Director posts. Candidates with Graduate or Post Graduate qualifications in relevant disciplines can apply. The last date to submit applications is 9 November 2026.
๐ Eligibility
Post
Qualification
Experience
Director (Finance & Administration)
A Graduate preferably a Post Graduate in Commerce/Business Administration/Humanities
Should have about 10-15 years experience in Finance and Administration in Central Government
Director (Project/Technical)
Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized Institution/ University
Should have about 10-15 years of experience in the field in Central/ State Government/ PSU/ Autonomous Bodies specially in project appraisal
Joint Director (Project/Technical)
Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised Institution/University
The officer should have a minimum of 5 years experience in Civil Engineering Works related to the Field of activity in road construction
Deputy Director (Project/Technical)
A degree in Civil Engineering preferably a Post Graduate or equivalent degree
The officer should have a minimum of 5 years experience in Civil Engineering works related to the field of activity in road construction
Assistant Director (Finance & Administration)
Must be a Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University
The candidate should have a minimum of 3 years of experience in the areas of Government/Commercial/Public Works Accounting
๐ฅ Vacancy details
Post
Posts
Age Limit
Pay
Experience
Director (Finance & Administration)
1
Preferably around 40-45 years of age but not above 56 years of age
Level 14 of the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
Should have about 10-15 years experience in Finance and Administration in Central Government
Director (Project/Technical)
1
Maximum 58 years
Level 14 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
Should have about 10-15 years of experience in the field in Central/ State Government/ PSU/ Autonomous Bodies specially in project appraisal
Joint Director (Project/Technical)
4
Preferably in the age group of 30-45 years but not exceeding 56 years
Pay Level 13A of the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
The officer should have a minimum of 5 years experience in Civil Engineering Works related to the Field of activity in road construction
Deputy Director (Project/Technical)
2
Around 30-45 years but not above 56 years
Level 12 of 7th CPC pay Matrix
The officer should have a minimum of 5 years experience in Civil Engineering works related to the field of activity in road construction
Assistant Director (Finance & Administration)
1
Preferably around 30-45 years but in any case not above 56 years of age
Pay Matrix 11 as per 7th CPC
The candidate should have a minimum of 3 years of experience in the areas of Government/Commercial/Public Works Accounting
Total
9
๐๏ธKey dates
Last date9 November 2026
Last Date9 November 2026
Last date to apply9 November 2026
National Rural Infrastructure Development Agency (NRIDA) has published the Recruitment 2026 notification for 9 vacancies, including Director, Joint Director, Deputy Director, and Assistant Director posts. Offline applications will be accepted till 09 November 2026. For complete details, candidates can visit nrida.dord.gov.in.
NRIDA Quick Summary
2026 ยท 9 Posts
National Rural Infrastructure Development Agency
Director, Joint Director and More
Graduate, Post Graduate, MBA/PGDM
9 Posts
58 Years (Max)
โน78,800 - โน2,18,200 /month
09-11-2026
National Rural Infrastructure Development Agency (NRIDA), New Delhi, Delhi, has invited applications for 9 posts in 5 roles under Advt No. 03/2026. The posts include Director (Finance & Administration), Director (Project/Technical), Joint Director (Project/Technical), Deputy Director (Project/Technical) and 1 more. Applications are to be sent offline and must reach the organisation by 9 November 2026.
The posts are for New Delhi. Qualification required: Graduate/Post Graduate in relevant discipline. The pay is Depends on the post (see the table below). Selection is by scrutiny of applications and deputation / contract selection process. Post-wise eligibility, dates and the steps to apply are given below.
Key Points
Last date: 9 November 2026
Vacancies: 9, in 5 roles
How to apply: Offline, by post or in person as the notification says
Pay: Depends on the post (see the table below)
Fee: No application fee is mentioned in the notification
Age limit: Varies by post - see the table below
Place: New Delhi
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NRIDA Recruitment 2026 - Overview
The official notification does not specify the application fee.
NRIDA Notification PDF 2026
Advt No. 03/2026 gives the full conditions for each post, including anything not covered in the tables on this page. Read it before applying. The download link is in the Important Links table below.
Post Graduate in Commerce/Business Administration/Humanities
Post Graduate Degree in Civil Engineering
Post-wise Details
Director (Finance & Administration) (1 post)
Qualification required: A Graduate preferably a Post Graduate in Commerce/Business Administration/Humanities. Experience required: Should have about 10-15 years experience in Finance and Administration in Central Government. Age limit: Preferably around 40-45 years of age but not above 56 years of age. Pay: Level 14 of the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC.
Director (Project/Technical) (1 post)
Qualification required: Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized Institution/ University. Experience required: Should have about 10-15 years of experience in the field in Central/ State Government/ PSU/ Autonomous Bodies specially in project appraisal. Age limit: Maximum 58 years. Pay: Level 14 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
Joint Director (Project/Technical) (4 posts)
Qualification required: Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised Institution/University. Experience required: The officer should have a minimum of 5 years experience in Civil Engineering Works related to the Field of activity in road construction. Age limit: Preferably in the age group of 30-45 years but not exceeding 56 years. Pay: Pay Level 13A of the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC.
Deputy Director (Project/Technical) (2 posts)
Qualification required: A degree in Civil Engineering preferably a Post Graduate or equivalent degree. Experience required: The officer should have a minimum of 5 years experience in Civil Engineering works related to the field of activity in road construction. Age limit: Around 30-45 years but not above 56 years. Pay: Level 12 of 7th CPC pay Matrix.
Assistant Director (Finance & Administration) (1 post)
Qualification required: Must be a Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University. Experience required: The candidate should have a minimum of 3 years of experience in the areas of Government/Commercial/Public Works Accounting. Age limit: Preferably around 30-45 years but in any case not above 56 years of age. Pay: Pay Matrix 11 as per 7th CPC.
Pay and Terms of Engagement
Initial engagement on contract basis will be for one year, extendable further if work is found satisfactory.
Important Dates
How Will NRIDA Select Candidates?
Scrutiny of applications
Deputation / contract selection process
Documents to Enclose
Cadre clearance
Vigilance clearance
Certified copies of APARs of last five years
How to Apply for NRIDA Recruitment 2026 Offline
Applications for the post on deputation basis should be submitted through proper channel.
Applicants applying on contract basis should submit their applications only through email at [email protected].
Visit website https://nrida.dord.gov.in under the 'Advertisement' icon or https://www.dord.gov.in under offerings icon for application format.
Make sure it reaches by 9 November 2026.
Other Points to Note
Financial up-gradation in the Grade Pay under ACP/MACP is not to be reckoned for eligibility
NRIDA Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
Official Source
This article is based on the official notification of National Rural Infrastructure Development Agency, Advertisement No. 03/2026, dated 18 July 2026. Candidates should verify every detail in that notification before applying.
NRIDA Recruitment 2026 - FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for NRIDA Recruitment 2026?
Applications must reach the organisation by 9 November 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in NRIDA Recruitment 2026?
There are 9 vacancies: 1 Director (Finance & Administration), 1 Director (Project/Technical), 4 Joint Director (Project/Technical), 2 Deputy Director (Project/Technical), 1 Assistant Director (Finance & Administration).
Q3. How do I apply for NRIDA Recruitment 2026?
Fill in the application form (https://nrida.dord.gov.in) and send it to the address given in the notification, to reach by 9 November 2026.
Q4. What is the age limit for this recruitment?
It depends on the post - Director (Finance & Administration): preferably around 40-45 years of age but not above 56 years of age; Director (Project/Technical): maximum 58 years; Joint Director (Project/Technical): preferably in the age group of 30-45 years but not exceeding 56 years; Deputy Director (Project/Technical): around 30-45 years but not above 56 years; Assistant Director (Finance & Administration): preferably around 30-45 years but in any case not above 56 years of age.
Q5. What is the salary for this recruitment?
It depends on the post: Level 14 of the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC for Director (Finance & Administration), Level 14 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix for Director (Project/Technical), Pay Level 13A of the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC for Joint Director (Project/Technical), Level 12 of 7th CPC pay Matrix for Deputy Director (Project/Technical), Pay Matrix 11 as per 7th CPC for Assistant Director (Finance & Administration).
Q6. What qualification is needed for this recruitment?
Graduate/Post Graduate in relevant discipline. The requirement for each post is in the eligibility table above.
Q7. How will candidates be selected for this recruitment?
Scrutiny of applications. Deputation / contract selection process.
Q8. What are the terms of engagement for this recruitment?
Initial engagement on contract basis will be for one year, extendable further if work is found satisfactory.
Q9. Where is the posting for this recruitment?
New Delhi.
Q10. Which documents are needed for this recruitment?
Cadre clearance; Vigilance clearance; Certified copies of APARs of last five years.
โธWhat is the last date to apply for NRIDA Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply offline is 9 November 2026.
โธWhat are the required qualifications for NRIDA Director and Joint Director posts?
Candidates should have Graduate or Post Graduate degrees in relevant disciplines such as Commerce, Business Administration, Humanities, or Civil Engineering.
โธHow can candidates apply for NRIDA Recruitment 2026?
Applications must be submitted offline by post or in person to NRIDA, New Delhi.
โธIs there any application fee for NRIDA Recruitment 2026?
The official notification does not mention any application fee.
โธWhat is the age limit for the NRIDA posts?
Age limits vary by post, generally ranging from 30 to 58 years depending on the position.
Always verify details on the official notification before applying.
