NTA CTO, CFO and GM-HR Recruitment 2026 — 3 Posts

National Testing Agency (NTA) is hiring 3 senior leadership posts — Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Chief Finance Officer (CFO), and General Manager-Human Resources (GM-HR). The posts are on contract for 3 years, extendable based on performance. The job location is the NTA Head Office in New Delhi. The last date to apply is 31 May 2026 by 5:00 PM. Salary is consolidated and negotiable based on your experience.

National Testing Agency (NTA) Senior Leadership Recruitment 2026 - 3 Posts

National Testing Agency (NTA), an autonomous organisation under the Ministry of Education, Department of Higher Education, has released a recruitment notice (No. A-102(2)/1/2026-adm dated 16 May 2026) for three senior leadership positions on a contractual basis. NTA conducts entrance tests for premier higher education institutions across India. This is a chance to join the leadership of one of India's largest examination bodies. Experienced professionals from IT, finance, and HR backgrounds can apply.

Vacancy Breakdown

• Chief Technology Officer (CTO): 1 post
• Chief Finance Officer (CFO): 1 post
• General Manager-Human Resources (GM-HR): 1 post

Who Can Apply?

Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

• Qualification: Master's Degree or Diploma in Technology or Management or equivalent from a reputed institution
• Experience: Minimum 15 years in information technology, with at least 5 years in a CTO, CIO, Head of Technology or equivalent senior leadership role
• Desirable: Experience in ed-tech, online assessment, or computer-based testing (CBT) domain

Chief Finance Officer (CFO)

• Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA) from ICAI; or Cost & Management Accountant (CMA) from ICMAI; or MBA (Finance) / PGDM (Finance); or Master's in Commerce / Economics / Finance from a recognised university
• Experience: Minimum 15 years in Finance, Accounts, Audit and Treasury, with at least 5 years at CXO / CFO / Finance Controller / Head of Finance level in a large organisation
• Desirable: Working knowledge of GFR 2017, DFPR, GeM, PFMS, e-billing, government treasury systems, and audit handling (C&AG, internal, statutory, PAC)

General Manager-Human Resources (GM-HR)

• Qualification: MBA / Post-Graduate Degree / Post-Graduate Diploma in Human Resources Management or allied discipline (minimum 2-year full-time programme) from a recognised university. A Bachelor's degree from a recognised university is required. Additional law qualifications in labour/employment law are an advantage
• Experience: Minimum 12 years in Human Resources, with at least 3 years at a senior HR leadership level (HR Head / Business HR Head / Senior HRBP) in a medium-to-large organisation
• Desirable: Experience with Government of India, State Governments, PSUs or autonomous bodies, familiarity with FR/SR, CCS Rules, CDA Rules, deputation and re-employment norms

Age Limit

• CTO and CFO: Preferably below 55 years as on the last date of application. Relaxation may be considered for exceptional candidates as per NTA norms
• GM-HR: Preferably below 50 years as on the last date of application. Relaxation may be considered for exceptional candidates as per NTA norms

Salary

• Consolidated monthly remuneration commensurate with your qualifications, experience and industry benchmarks, to be decided by the competent authority
• The remuneration package will be competitive and negotiable for exceptional candidates
• The exact salary figure is not specified in the notification — it is open to negotiation

Selection Process

Selection is based on:

1. Shortlisting: Applications will be reviewed based on qualifications and experience
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview with the competent authority
3. Document Verification: Original certificates, experience proof and identity documents will be verified

There is no written exam for these senior leadership posts.

How to Apply

1. Download the detailed advertisement and application form from the NTA website nta.ac.in
2. Fill the application form completely with all required details and documents
3. Send the application either by email to dir.admin@nta.ac.in or by post
4. Postal address: National Testing Agency HQ, New Delhi
5. Application must reach NTA HQ on or before 31 May 2026 by 5:00 PM
6. For any enquiry, contact 011-69095244

Applications received after the prescribed date and time will not be considered.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 16 May 2026
• Application Start Date: 16 May 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 31 May 2026 (5:00 PM)
• Interview Date: To be announced

• Provide strategic technology, finance or HR leadership to the Director General and senior management of NTA
• Interface with Ministry of Education, NIC, C-DAC, CERT-In, C&AG and other Government stakeholders (post-specific)
• Build and mentor high-performing in-house teams across technology, finance or HR functions
• Institutionalise governance, cyber-security, financial controls, or HR policies as per Government norms
• Manage technology vendors, audit handling, or labour-law compliance based on assigned role
• Travel to test centres, partner institutions, and stakeholder offices across India when required
• Drive innovation, compliance and operational discipline in NTA's day-to-day functioning