Overview
The Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development (RGNIYD) is recruiting six Assistant Professors on a contract basis for the year 2026. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree with at least 55% marks and have cleared NET/SLET/SET or hold a Ph.D. as per UGC norms. The positions are advertised as a walk‑in interview on 22 January 2026, with a consolidated salary of Rs.52,000 per month. Vacancies are distributed across Development Studies, Public Administration, and Social Work departments.
Key Details
- Organization
- Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development (RGNIYD)
- Qualification
- Master’s degree with 55% marks + NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms (department-specific)
- Vacancies
- 6
Important Dates
| date_of_advertisement | 12 January 2026 |
| date_of_walk_in_interview | 22 January 2026 |
| registration_time | 08:30 AM to 09:30 AM |
| walk_in_interview_time | 10:00 AM to 01:00 PM |
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Vacancy Details
Development Studies: 3; Public Administration: 2; Social Work: 1
Selection Process
Walk-in-Interview after certificate verification and eligibility check. Candidates arriving after 09:30 AM will not be permitted for registration/interview.
How to Apply
Submit a duly filled prescribed application form with self‑attested copies of educational certificates, experience certificates, etc. at the time of the Walk‑in‑Interview., Produce original documents/certificates for verification during the interview., Incomplete applications without supporting documents will be rejected., Do not send a hard copy of the application to the Institute in advance., Attend registration between 08:30 AM and 09:30 AM on 22 January 2026., Visit the RGNIYD website regularly for updates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for RGNIYD Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Walk in?
date of advertisement: 12 January 2026; date of walk in interview: 22 January 2026; registration time: 08:30 AM to 09:30 AM; walk in interview time: 10:00 AM to 01:00 PM
What is the selection process?
Walk-in-Interview after certificate verification and eligibility check. Candidates arriving after 09:30 AM will not be permitted for registration/interview.