Advertisement Type: Contractual RecruitmentRegistration Last Date: 09/10/2025 (21 days from 18/09/2025)Posts: State Consultant, Project Consultant, Senior Executive Assistant
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Advt. Details
Advertisement Number: Not mentioned
Application Start Date: 18/09/2025
Application Deadline: 09/10/2025
Total Vacancies: 32+
Post Name(s): State Consultant, Project Consultant (Academic/Finance/Examination), Senior Executive Assistant (Accounting/Academic/Examination)
Location: Across India (Regional Centres) and Noida HQ
About NIOS
The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) is an autonomous institution under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. It provides flexible learning through distance and open schooling, supporting lakhs of learners nationwide.
This NIOS Recruitment 2025 for Consultants and Executive Assistants offers short-term contractual opportunities under the Six-Month Certificate Course (Bridge) in Primary Teacher Education. For official job notifications and timely updates, visit infrontjob.com — your trusted source for government job alerts.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Vacancies | Location | Salary (per month) | Age Limit |
| State Consultant | 20 | Regional Centres across India | ₹50,000 | Below 65 years |
| Project Consultant (Academic) | 2 | Noida HQ | ₹50,000 | Below 65 years |
| Project Consultant (Finance) | 2 | Noida HQ | ₹50,000 | Below 65 years |
| Project Consultant (Examination) | 3 | Noida HQ | ₹50,000 | Below 65 years |
| Sr. Executive Assistant (Accounting) | 1 | Noida HQ | ₹35,000 | Below 65 years |
| Sr. Executive Assistant (Academic) | 1 | Noida HQ | ₹35,000 | Below 40 years |
| Sr. Executive Assistant (Examination) | 3 | Noida HQ | ₹35,000 | Below 65 years |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- State Consultant: Master’s Degree with B.Ed., 3 years’ teaching/administrative experience.
- Project Consultant (Academic): Master’s Degree with B.Ed., 3 years’ teaching/academic administration.
- Project Consultant (Finance): Master’s/MBA in Finance/Accounting, 3 years’ financial administration.
- Project Consultant (Examination): Master’s Degree with 5 years’ experience in exam conduct.
- Sr. Executive Assistant (Accounting): Master’s in Finance/Accounting with 1 year’s experience.
- Sr. Executive Assistant (Academic): Master’s Degree with 1 year academic admin experience.
- Sr. Executive Assistant (Examination): Graduate with 3 years’ experience in exam conduct.
Age Limit
- Maximum age varies by post (40–65 years).
- Relaxation as per government rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates.
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹50 + ₹50 transaction fee
- SC/ST/PwBD/Female: Exempted
- Fees once paid are non-refundable.
Selection Process
The NIOS Recruitment 2025 for Consultants and Executive Assistants follows a structured procedure to ensure transparency and merit-based hiring. Here’s how it works step by step:
- Application Screening
- Once applications are received, a preliminary screening committee checks whether candidates meet the required educational qualifications, experience, and age criteria.
- Incomplete forms or applications without proper documentation are rejected at this stage.
- Once applications are received, a preliminary screening committee checks whether candidates meet the required educational qualifications, experience, and age criteria.
- Shortlisting
- Since the number of applicants is usually higher than the number of posts, NIOS may shortlist candidates based on higher qualifications, relevant teaching/administrative experience, or specialization.
- Shortlisted candidates receive a call letter or email notification for the next stage.
- Since the number of applicants is usually higher than the number of posts, NIOS may shortlist candidates based on higher qualifications, relevant teaching/administrative experience, or specialization.
- Personal Interview
- Candidates will attend an interview conducted by a panel of subject experts and NIOS officials.
- The panel may ask about previous work experience, problem-solving skills, subject knowledge, ability to manage projects, and use of ICT tools in education.
- For Finance and Examination posts, expect case-based questions on handling accounts, audits, and large-scale exam management.
- Candidates will attend an interview conducted by a panel of subject experts and NIOS officials.
- Document Verification
- At the interview stage, candidates must produce original certificates of qualifications, ID proofs, work experience letters, and caste/age-relaxation certificates (if applicable).
- Any discrepancy between online data and original certificates will lead to rejection.
- At the interview stage, candidates must produce original certificates of qualifications, ID proofs, work experience letters, and caste/age-relaxation certificates (if applicable).
- Final Selection
- Merit is prepared based on interview performance, relevant experience, and academic achievements.
- Selected candidates will be offered a contractual appointment for six months, extendable if the project continues and performance is satisfactory.
- Merit is prepared based on interview performance, relevant experience, and academic achievements.
This process ensures that only candidates with the right mix of qualification, practical experience, and communication skills are hired to support NIOS’s academic and administrative initiatives.
How to Apply for NIOS Recruitment 2025 for Consultants and Executive Assistants
Applying to NIOS Recruitment 2025 requires both online submission and offline confirmation. Here’s the complete step-by-step process:
- Online Registration
- Visit the official portal (nios.ac.in → Recruitment section).
- Create a new account or log in with existing credentials.
- Provide a valid email ID and mobile number for communication.
- Visit the official portal (nios.ac.in → Recruitment section).
- Filling the Application Form
- Enter personal details such as name, DOB, category, and contact address.
- Fill in educational qualifications, work experience, and specialization areas relevant to the post.
- Double-check entries before moving forward to avoid rejection.
- Enter personal details such as name, DOB, category, and contact address.
- Upload Documents
- Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photograph, signature, mark sheets, degree certificates, and work experience proofs.
- Ensure file size and format match the specifications in the notification.
- Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photograph, signature, mark sheets, degree certificates, and work experience proofs.
- Payment of Fee
- Pay the required application fee (if applicable) using online payment options (debit card/credit card/UPI/net banking).
- Save the transaction receipt for future reference.
- Pay the required application fee (if applicable) using online payment options (debit card/credit card/UPI/net banking).
- Final Submission
- After reviewing all details, submit the form.
- Download and print the completed application along with the registration number.
- After reviewing all details, submit the form.
- Sending Hard Copy
- Take the printed application and attach self-attested copies of certificates.
- Send it via Speed Post / Registered Post only to:
Deputy Director (Admn.), NIOS, A-24-25, Sector-62, Noida, UP-201309. - The envelope should clearly mention “Application for the post of …”.
- The hard copy must reach NIOS within 7 days after the online last date.
- Take the printed application and attach self-attested copies of certificates.
- Acknowledgment & Follow-Up
- Keep a copy of the speed post receipt as proof.
- Regularly check your email/NIOS website for updates regarding shortlisting and interviews.
- Keep a copy of the speed post receipt as proof.
By carefully following both the online and offline steps, applicants can ensure that their candidature is valid and considered during the selection stages.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | 18/09/2025 |
| Application Start | 18/09/2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 09/10/2025 |
| Last Date for Hard Copy Submission | 16/10/2025 |
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FAQs
How many vacancies are announced?
A total of 32+ posts are open, including 20 State Consultants and multiple Consultants/Assistants.
What is the last date to apply?
Candidates must apply online by 09/10/2025, and send hard copy by 16/10/2025.
Is this a permanent recruitment?
No, all positions are purely contractual for six months, extendable based on requirement.
Who can apply?
Candidates with Master’s degree/B.Ed/MBA/Graduate depending on the post, and relevant experience, can apply.
What is the salary offered?
Salary ranges from ₹35,000 to ₹50,000 per month based on the post.
Do I need to send documents offline as well?
Yes, after online submission, the hard copy must be sent by Speed Post.
Is there any exam for selection?
No written test is mentioned. Selection will be based on shortlisting and interview.
Where can I find updates on similar government jobs?
Visit infrontjob.com regularly to explore the latest central and state-level recruitment notifications.
Disclaimer
This blog is a simplified summary of the official NIOS notifications dated 18/09/2025. For full details, eligibility, and updates, candidates should refer to the official recruitment notice on nios.ac.in.
