The listed qualification for NITI Aayog’s single Protocol Officer vacancy is a bachelor’s degree, along with the specified experience and deputation criteria. Applicants should check the eligibility details for this post before applying.
Vacancy Summary
| Organization | NITI Aayog |
|---|---|
| Positions | Protocol Officer |
| Vacancies | 1 |
| Qualification | Any Bachelors Degree |
| Advertisement number | F. No. A-12034/1/2017-Adm.IV |
| Application deadline | 13-11-2026 |
Government of India, NITI Aayog has notified one Protocol Officer post on deputation, including short-term contract, basis. The post is at NITI Bhawan, New Delhi, and applications must be sent through the prescribed offline process.
How to Apply
Eligible officers should submit the application in the enclosed pro-forma through proper channel, addressed to the undersigned at NITI Aayog. It must reach the addressee within 42 days from publication of the advertisement in Employment News. Applications received after the prescribed date or without the required documents will be rejected. Candidates who apply cannot subsequently withdraw their candidature.
Eligibility
The vacancy is for officers of Central or State Governments, Union Territories, Public Sector Undertakings, recognized Research Institutions or Universities, and Semi-Government, Autonomous or Statutory Organizations. Applicants must meet the following listed criteria:
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
- Two years’ experience in protocol, including public relations work, if any.
- Either hold an analogous post on a regular basis in the parent cadre or department, or have five years’ regular service in Level-6 of the Pay Matrix (Rs. 35,400–1,12,400) or equivalent in the parent cadre or department.
Documents to Prepare
- Self-attested proof of educational qualifications and experience.
- Original or attested photocopies of APARs for the last five years.
- Vigilance clearance certificate.
- Integrity Certificate.
- Certificate confirming no major or minor penalty during the last 10 years.
Age Limit
The maximum age is 56 years as on the closing date for receipt of applications.
Salary
The pay is Level-7 of the Pay Matrix: Rs. 44,900–1,42,400.
Important Dates
- Notification date: 5 October 2026.
- Application deadline: 13 November 2026, stated as within 42 days from publication in Employment News.
The deputation period, including any immediately preceding deputation in another ex-cadre post in the Central Government, will ordinarily not exceed three years.
Application deadline: 13-11-2026
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The Protocol Officer application must reach NITI Aayog through proper channel by 13 November 2026 and include all specified enclosures.
