IGNOU Deputy Registrar & Assistant Registrar Recruitment 2026 – Deputation Basis

IGNOU Deputy Registrar & Assistant Registrar Recruitment 2026 – Deputation Basis

The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), New Delhi has invited online applications from eligible candidates for the posts of Deputy Registrar and Assistant Registrar on a deputation basis. A total of 24 vacancies are available across IGNOU Headquarters, Regional Centres, and Regional Evaluation Centres throughout India.

Recruitment Highlights

Post-wise Vacancy & Pay Details

1. Deputy Registrar

• No. of Vacancies: 04

• Pay Level: Level-12

• Pay Matrix: INR 78,800 – INR 2,09,200

• Upper Age Limit: 56 Years

• Place of Posting: Headquarters / Regional Centres / Regional Evaluation Centres across India

2. Assistant Registrar

• No. of Vacancies: 20

• Pay Level: Level-10

• Pay Matrix: INR 56,100 – INR 1,77,500

• Upper Age Limit: 56 Years

• Place of Posting: Headquarters / Regional Centres / Regional Evaluation Centres across India

Eligibility Criteria

Deputy Registrar

Candidates should possess:

• Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks, or

• Equivalent Grade ‘B’ in the UGC seven-point scale

• Good academic record

A 5% relaxation in Master’s Degree marks is applicable to SC/ST candidates.

In addition, candidates should satisfy either of the following experience conditions:

Option 1:

• Officers working as Deputy Registrar in Pay Level-12

• Relevant experience in areas such as:

  • Administration

  • Finance & Accounts

  • Audit

  • Conduct of Examinations

  • Legal Affairs

• Experience should be in Central/State Government, Government academic institutions, autonomous bodies, or public sector undertakings.

OR

Option 2:

• Officers having 10 years of experience as Assistant Registrar in Pay Level-10 and above

• Relevant experience in Administration, Finance & Accounts, Audit, Examination, Legal Affairs, or allied areas.

Assistant Registrar Eligibility

Candidates should possess:

• Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks, or

• Equivalent Grade ‘B’ in the UGC seven-point scale

• Good academic record

A 5% relaxation in Master’s Degree marks is applicable to SC/ST candidates.

Candidates should also satisfy either of the following:

Option 1:

• Officers working as Assistant Registrar in Pay Level-10 under the 7th CPC

• Experience in:

  • Administration

  • Finance & Accounts

  • Audit

  • Examination

  • Legal Affairs

• Experience should be in Central/State Government, academic institutions, autonomous bodies, or public sector undertakings.

OR

Option 2:

• Officers having at least 05 years of experience as Section Officer

• Should be serving in Pay Level-7 and above under the 7th CPC

• Relevant administrative, finance, audit, examination, or legal experience is required.

Pay & Nature of Appointment

Deputy Registrar

• Pay Level: Level-12

• Salary Range: INR 78,800 – INR 2,09,200

Assistant Registrar

• Pay Level: Level-10

• Salary Range: INR 56,100 – INR 1,77,500

The appointments will be made on a deputation basis as per IGNOU rules and applicable Government norms.

Place of Posting

Selected candidates may be posted at:

• IGNOU Headquarters, New Delhi

• Regional Centres

• Regional Evaluation Centres

• Other IGNOU establishments across India

Documents Required

Candidates should refer to the complete official IGNOU notification for the exact list of documents. Relevant documents may include:

• Online application form

• Updated CV / Bio-data

• Educational qualification certificates

• Experience certificates

• Service particulars

• Pay-level / appointment details

• No Objection Certificate, where applicable

• Vigilance / integrity clearance and other deputation-related documents

• Category certificate, if applicable

Application / Selection Process

• Applications are to be submitted online.

• Applicants must satisfy the prescribed educational and service experience requirements.

• Candidates applying on deputation should ensure that their present service and pay-level conditions meet IGNOU requirements.

• Eligible applications will be scrutinized by the University.

• Further selection/deputation procedures will be conducted as per IGNOU and Government of India norms.

• Candidates should check the complete advertisement for the application deadline and detailed submission procedure.

Important Instructions

• Recruitment is strictly on a deputation basis.

• The maximum age limit is 56 years.

• A total of 04 Deputy Registrar and 20 Assistant Registrar vacancies are advertised.

• Applicants must possess the required Master’s qualification and relevant administrative/service experience.

• Candidates should verify deputation conditions, supporting documents, and closing date from the complete official advertisement before applying.

Experienced officers working in administration, finance and accounts, audit, examinations, legal affairs, and related university/government administrative functions may consider applying through the prescribed online process.

Official Institution: Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
Advertisement No.: 68/2026/Admn.
Posts: Deputy Registrar & Assistant Registrar
Total Vacancies: 24
Deputy Registrar Pay: INR 78,800 – INR 2,09,200, Level-12
Assistant Registrar Pay: INR 56,100 – INR 1,77,500, Level-10
Upper Age Limit: 56 Years
Recruitment Type: Deputation Basis
Application Mode: Online
Application Deadline: Not visible in the provided notification excerpt
Location: IGNOU Headquarters / Regional Centres / Regional Evaluation Centres across India

Job Domain: Education

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