NIT Agartala Officer Recruitment 2026 — 6 Vacancies

NIT Agartala is hiring 6 Group-A Officers across four posts — Assistant Registrar, Assistant Librarian, Student Activity & Sports Officer, and Scientific/Technical Officer. If you hold a Master's Degree or B.E./B.Tech in a relevant field, you can apply online. The last date to apply is 25 April 2026 (5:00 PM). Salary is Rs. 56,100 per month at entry level (Pay Level-10, 7th CPC).

NIT Agartala Officer Recruitment 2026 — 6 Posts

The National Institute of Technology Agartala (NITA), an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, has released notification No. NITA.2(519-Estt)/2019/Vol-II/12052 dated 10 March 2026 for 6 Group-A non-teaching officer posts. These positions span administration, library services, sports management, and technical/scientific functions. The application deadline was originally 16 April 2026 but has been extended to 25 April 2026. Both direct recruits and deputation candidates from central/state government departments can apply depending on the post.

Vacancy Breakdown

• Assistant Registrar: 3 posts — 1 SC (Direct Recruitment), 1 UR (Lien Vacancy), 1 (Deputation)
• Assistant Librarian: 1 post — UR (Direct Recruitment)
• Student Activity & Sports (SAS) Officer: 1 post — Deputation
• Scientific/Technical Officer: 1 post — Deputation

Note: Lien and deputation vacancies are subject to conditions specified in the official notification. Reservation rules as per Government of India norms apply.

Who Can Apply?

Assistant Registrar

• Essential: Master's Degree in any discipline with at least 55% marks (or equivalent grade); OR serving employees at the level of Superintendent/Private Secretary with 2-5 years of regular service in Level-7 or equivalent
• Desirable: Qualification in Management, Engineering, or Law; experience with e-Office; Chartered/Cost Accountant qualification (for Finance-related posts)

Assistant Librarian

• Essential: Master's Degree in Library Science / Information Science with at least 60% marks AND must have qualified NET/SLET/SET
• Desirable: PG Diploma in Library Automation and Networking; Ph.D. in Library Science or Information Science

Student Activity & Sports (SAS) Officer

• Essential: Master's Degree in Physical Education or Sports Science with at least 60% marks AND a record of representing university or state at a recognized competition
• Desirable: Experience guiding students, organizing cultural/sports events; proven track record in sports/arts administration

Scientific/Technical Officer

• Essential: B.E./B.Tech or M.Sc. or MCA in a relevant field with First Class (minimum 6.5 CGPA where grades are awarded); OR Technical Assistant with 5 years of regular service
• Desirable: Work experience in equipment maintenance, system administration, software development; Ph.D. in relevant field

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 35 years for direct recruits (as on 25 April 2026)
• Age Relaxation: Up to 5 years for departmental/internal candidates as per Government of India rules
• SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen: Age relaxation as per Central Government norms

Salary

• All four posts carry Pay Level-10 under the 7th CPC
• Entry pay: Rs. 56,100 per month
• Maximum basic pay: Rs. 1,77,500 per month
• Plus Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, and other Central Government benefits as applicable

Application Fee

• General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 1,000
• SC / ST: Rs. 500
• Women candidates: No fee
• Persons with Disability (PwD): No fee
• Payment mode: Online only

Selection Process

The selection is done in the following stages:

1. Scrutiny of Applications: Applications are screened for eligibility. Only shortlisted candidates are called for the next stage.
2. Written Test / Interview: Shortlisted candidates appear for a written test and/or interview depending on the post.
3. Document Verification: Original certificates and supporting documents are verified before final appointment.

The exact shortlisting ratio and interview weightage will be as per the official notification. Check nita.ac.in for any updates on exam schedule.

How to Apply

1. Go to the NIT Agartala recruitment portal at recruitment.nita.ac.in.
2. Register and create a new account with your email ID and mobile number.
3. Fill in the online application form carefully with your personal, educational, and experience details.
4. Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, and required documents in the specified format.
5. Pay the application fee online using debit card, credit card, or net banking.
6. Submit the form and download the confirmation slip.
7. Take a printout for your reference — do NOT send a hard copy unless instructed in the official notification.

Last date to apply: 25 April 2026 by 5:00 PM. Candidates are advised not to wait until the last day.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 10 March 2026
• Application Start Date: 16 March 2026
• Original Last Date to Apply: 16 April 2026
• Extended Last Date to Apply: 25 April 2026 (by 5:00 PM)
• Eligibility Determination Date: 25 April 2026
• Exam/Interview Date: To be announced

• Handle administrative, financial, or technical responsibilities as assigned to the specific post
• Maintain official records, files, and documents as per institutional and government guidelines
• Assist in planning and executing institutional activities related to the officer's functional area
• Coordinate with faculty, staff, and external agencies on official matters
• Prepare reports, correspondence, and official communications for senior management
• Follow all regulatory, audit, and compliance requirements applicable to the post
• Support the implementation of e-governance and digital initiatives within the department