IGIDR Mumbai Multi-Post Recruitment 2026 — 12 Vacancies

About This Job

Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research (IGIDR), Mumbai is hiring 12 non-teaching staff across 12 different administrative, technical, and library roles. If you have a relevant Bachelor's / Postgraduate / professional degree with required experience, you can apply online. The last date to apply is 8 June 2026 (EOD). The salary is as per the 7th Central Pay Commission pay levels, applicable to each post.

IGIDR Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 - 12 Posts

Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research (IGIDR), Mumbai — a premier deemed-to-be university established by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) — has invited online applications for 12 non-teaching positions across HR, Academic Affairs, IT, Administration, Library Services, and Engineering. This is a direct recruitment drive with selection based on shortlisting, qualification assessment, document verification, and interview — no written exam. You can apply through the institute's online portal at igidr.ac.in/careers.

Vacancy Breakdown by Post

• P.S. to Director: 1 post
• Human Resource Officer: 1 post
• Academic & Student Affairs Officer: 1 post
• Assistant System Analyst cum Software Engineer: 1 post
• Assistant Administrative Officer (HR & Administration): 1 post
• Account Assistant: 1 post
• Assistant (HR): 1 post
• Research Grants & Project Officer: 1 post
• Assistant Administrative Officer (Students & Academic Affairs): 1 post
• Placement Officer: 1 post
• Assistant Electrical Engineer: 1 post
• Library Assistant: 1 post

Total: 12 posts. The detailed qualification and experience for each post are available in the official advertisement on the IGIDR website.

Who Can Apply?

Qualifications and experience differ by post. The official advertisement on the IGIDR website lists the full details. The minimum requirements are summarised below:

For Officer-Level Posts (HR Officer, Academic & Student Affairs Officer, Research Grants & Project Officer, Placement Officer)

• A relevant Postgraduate degree (MBA/PG Diploma in HR / Master's in relevant field) from a recognised university.
• Relevant work experience as prescribed in the official advertisement.

For Technical Posts (Assistant System Analyst cum Software Engineer, Assistant Electrical Engineer)

• B.E. / B.Tech in the relevant discipline (Computer Science / IT / Electrical) from a recognised institute.
• Relevant work experience in the field.

For Assistant-Level Posts (Account Assistant, Assistant HR, Library Assistant, Assistant Administrative Officers, PS to Director)

• A Bachelor's degree from a recognised university (with relevant specialisation — Commerce / B.Lib.Sc / etc., as applicable).
• Computer proficiency and experience in office administration.

Read the official advertisement carefully for post-wise qualifications, experience, and job profile before applying.

Salary

• Pay is as per the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix.
• Pay Level varies by post — the detailed pay level for each position is given in the official advertisement.
• You will also get DA, HRA, TA and other allowances as per IGIDR (Deemed University) rules.

Selection Process

Selection happens through the following stages:

1. Shortlisting: Online applications are screened based on the prescribed qualifications and experience.
2. Qualification Assessment: Educational qualifications are verified against the job requirement.
3. Certificate Verification: Original certificates and testimonials are checked.
4. Experience Assessment: Work experience documents are evaluated against the post requirement.
5. Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates appear for an interview with the selection committee.

There is no written exam — the entire selection is merit and interview based.

How to Apply

1. Visit the IGIDR careers portal at www.igidr.ac.in/careers.
2. Read the full advertisement and pick the post you are eligible for.
3. Register online and fill in the application form for the chosen post.
4. Upload scanned copies of your documents (degree certificates, experience letters, photograph, signature).
5. Submit the online application before 8 June 2026 (End of Day).
6. You may also need to send a printed copy of the application with documents to: Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research, Gen. A. K. Vaidya Marg, Goregaon (E), Mumbai - 400065, as per the instructions in the advertisement.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 14 May 2026
• Online Application Start: 14 May 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 8 June 2026 (End of Day)
• Interview Date: To be announced

• Handle the administrative, HR, financial, IT, library, or engineering function assigned to your post
• Support the Director and senior administration in day-to-day operations of the institute
• Maintain proper records, files, and documentation as per institute procedures
• Work with academic, research, and placement teams to support students and faculty
• Use standard office software and institute-specific systems for your role
• Coordinate with internal departments and external stakeholders for smooth functioning
• Prepare reports, MIS, and updates for the management as required
• Follow all rules of IGIDR (Deemed University) and government guidelines applicable to the post