Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), a central university based at Maidan Garhi in New Delhi, has invited applications for the post of Senior Consultant (Administration) on a full-time contractual basis in its Administration Division. There is one position on offer. The engagement is suited to candidates with experience in administrative and legal matters of Central Government or a Central University, and retired personnel at the Under Secretary or Assistant Registrar level are given preference.
IGNOU Senior Consultant Recruitment 2026
Posted 15 Oct 2026Updated 15 Oct 2026
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
03 Nov
16 days left
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Last date 03 Nov 2026 · 16 days left
- Notification15 Oct
- Applications Opentill 03 Nov
About IGNOU Senior Consultant Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indira Gandhi National Open University
- Post Name
- Senior Consultant (Administration)
- Job Location
- New Delhi, Delhi
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 70 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- 5-7 years of experience in all administrative matters and handling of legal/disciplinary matters in Central Government or Central University
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 50,000-70,000/- to be decided by the Selection committee
- Tenure
- Initially six months, extendable on performance basis up to a maximum of two years or until attaining the age of 70 years, whichever is earlier
Vacancy Breakdown
Senior Consultant (Administration)
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Senior Consultant (Administration) | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Senior Consultant (Administration)
Bachelors' Degree with 5-7 Years of experience in all administrative matters and handling of legal/disciplinary matters in Central Government/Central University. Preferably retired personnel at the Level of Under Secretary/Assistant Registrar/Administrative Officer.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Senior Consultant (Administration) | Bachelors' Degree with 5-7 Years of experience in all administrative matters and handling of legal/disciplinary matters in Central Government/Central University. Preferably retired personnel at the Level of Under Secretary/Assistant Registrar/Administrative Officer. |
Age Limit
Up to attaining the age of 70 years
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting
The University shortlists candidates and reserves the right to restrict the number of candidates called for interview; fulfilling the qualification and experience does not entitle a candidate to be called.
- 2Interview
Interview before a Selection Committee; no TA/DA is paid for appearing in the interview.
Salary Structure
Rs. 50,000-70,000/- to be decided by the Selection committee
How to Apply
- 1Download the application format from the IGNOU website www.ignou.ac.in
- 2Fill in the application form and attach self-attested copies of testimonials and documents
- 3Write "Application for the engagement of Administrative Associate Administration Division, IGNOU" in capital letters on the top of the envelope
- 4Send the complete application by post to the Deputy Registrar, Recruitment Cell, Administration Division, Block-7, Room No.13, IGNOU, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068 so that it reaches on or before 03.11.2026
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Self-attested copies of educational qualification documents
•Testimonials and experience certificates
•Last Pay Certificate
Important Details
- The engagement is purely contractual and does not confer any claim to a regular appointment in the University.
- Selected candidates must not divulge or disclose information about matters dealt with in the University to any outside source, and the Intellectual Property Right of the data or proceedings rests with the University.
- During the engagement they shall not act as a representative in any case or give opinion or advice to others on matters dealt with during the assignment.
- The services can be discontinued or terminated without assigning any reason.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can retired government officials apply for this post?
Yes. Retired personnel at the level of Under Secretary, Assistant Registrar or Administrative Officer are preferred.
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