The National Testing Agency (NTA) has published a vacancy notification inviting applications for 13 posts on a deputation or foreign service basis. These posts include Director, Joint Director, Research Scientist ‘C’, Deputy Director, and Senior Superintendent (Accounts). The application deadline is 1 December 2026.
Eligibility
- Director (Group A) (7 vacancies): Pay Level 13 of 7th CPC (Rs.123100 to 215900). Age limit 56 years. Must be an officer/employee of All India Services, Central/State/UT administration or autonomous/statutory organizations with a Bachelor’s degree. Experience includes holding an analogous post or 3-5 years service at specified pay levels. A Master’s/Doctorate and experience in large scale assessments desirable.
- Joint Director (Group A) (3 vacancies): Pay Level 12 of 7th CPC (Rs.78800 to 209200). Age limit 56 years. Similar eligibility to Director with Bachelor’s degree. Experience includes analogous post or service in Level 10-11. Master’s and experience in examination systems desirable.
- Research Scientist ‘C’ (Group A) (1 vacancy): Pay Level 12 of 7th CPC. Age limit 56 years. Requires a PhD with PG (min 55%) in Psychology, Psychometrics, Statistics, Mathematics, Testing Methodology, or Education. Post Qualification experience 10 years in relevant sectors. Experience and preference in Psychometric Testing.
- Deputy Director (Group A) (1 vacancy): Pay Level 11 of 7th CPC (Rs.67700 to 208700). Age limit 56 years. Bachelor’s degree required, with experience holding an analogous post or service in Level 10 pay matrix. Master’s degree and experience in university/board examination systems desirable.
- Senior Superintendent / Sr. Superintendent (Accounts) (Group B) (1 vacancy): Pay Level 7 of 7th CPC (Rs.44900 to 142400). Age limit 56 years. Bachelor’s degree with office procedures and computer skills. Experience holding analogous posts or regular service in Level 5 or 6 pay matrix. Desirable to have 5 years relevant experience in accounts, audit, legal, recruitment, hospitality, and related administrative matters, with computer proficiency.
Pay Scale
The pay levels for the posts are as per the 7th Central Pay Commission:
- Director: Level 13 (Rs.123100 to 215900)
- Joint Director: Level 12 (Rs.78800 to 209200)
- Research Scientist ‘C’: Level 12 (Rs.78800 to 209200)
- Deputy Director: Level 11 (Rs.67700 to 208700)
- Senior Superintendent (Accounts): Level 7 (Rs.44900 to 142400)
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date to apply (by post/email) | 1 December 2026 |
Selection Process
Only candidates meeting eligibility criteria and through proper channel will be considered. Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview and must submit original documents. Decision of NTA on eligibility and selection is final.
How to Apply
- Download the vacancy notification from https://nta.ac.in and read the details carefully.
- Fill the application form (Annexure V) and submit it through proper channel/Cadre Controlling Authority along with necessary certificates and documents listed in the notification.
- Send the application envelope clearly labeled "Application for the post of " addressed to:
Director (Administration), National Testing Agency, 5th Floor, Government of India Press Building, Minto Road, New Delhi to 110002 - Also, send a copy of the application by email to administration@nta.ac.in before 5:00 PM on 1 December 2026.
Note: Applications not received through proper channel or incomplete will be rejected.
Posts, eligibility and pay
| Post | Vacancies | Essential qualification | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Director (Group A) | 7 | Bachelor's Degree, relevant experience, Master's/Doctorate and assessment experience desirable | Level 13 (Rs.123100-215900) |
| Joint Director (Group A) | 3 | Bachelor's Degree, relevant experience, Master's and exam system experience desirable | Level 12 (Rs.78800-209200) |
| Research Scientist 'C' (Group A) | 1 | PhD with PG (minimum 55%) in Psychology or related, 10 years post-qualification experience | Level 12 (Rs.78800-209200) |
| Deputy Director (Group A) | 1 | Bachelor's Degree, relevant experience, Master's and exam system experience desirable | Level 11 (Rs.67700-208700) |
| Senior Superintendent (Accounts) (Group B) | 1 | Bachelor's Degree, office procedures knowledge, computer skills, 5 years relevant experience | Level 7 (Rs.44900-142400) |
| Total | 13 posts |
Non-teaching pay structure (7th CPC)
Standard 7th CPC pay levels for non-teaching posts in Central Universities (reference; the notice decides)
| Post | Group | Pay level | Entry basic pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registrar | Group A | Level 14 | Rs.1,44,200 |
| Deputy Registrar | Group A | Level 12 | Rs.78,800 |
| Assistant Registrar | Group A | Level 10 | Rs.56,100 |
| Section Officer | Group B | Level 7 | Rs.44,900 |
| Private Secretary | Group B | Level 7 | Rs.44,900 |
| Assistant | Group B | Level 6 | Rs.35,400 |
| UDC | Group C | Level 4 | Rs.25,500 |
| Stenographer | Group C | Level 4 | Rs.25,500 |
| LDC | Group C | Level 2 | Rs.19,900 |
| MTS | Group C | Level 1 | Rs.18,000 |
7th CPC pay matrix (CCS Revised Pay Rules, 2016), applied to Central University non-teaching staff by the Ministry of Education. Allowances (DA, HRA, TA) come on top.
