IGNOU Non-Teaching Staff Recruitment 2026: Apply for 14 Vacancies

Overview of IGNOU Recruitment 2026

IGNOU Recruitment 2026: The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), located in Maidan Garhi, New Delhi, has announced a recruitment drive for non-teaching positions. This initiative aims to fill 14 vacancies as per Advertisement No. 69/2026/Admn. The available roles include Assistant Director, Technical Manager, and Technical Assistant.

Application Timeline

When to Apply?
Online applications will be accepted starting from October 3, 2026, and will close at 11:59:59 PM on November 2, 2026. It is important to note that merely submitting the online application is insufficient; candidates must also send a hard copy of their application form, which should arrive at IGNOU by November 12, 2026.

Key Dates

Vacancy Distribution

Breakdown of Positions
Here is the vacancy distribution by post:

Qualifications Required

Technical Assistant Requirements
For the eight Technical Assistant positions, candidates must hold a BE/B.Tech, M.Sc., or MCA degree in Computer Science/Information Technology with a minimum of 55% marks.

Technical Manager Qualifications
Applicants for the four Technical Manager roles must also possess a BE/B.Tech, M.Sc., or MCA degree in Computer Science/Information Technology with at least 55% marks and a minimum of five years of relevant experience.

Assistant Director Qualifications
For the two Assistant Director positions, candidates need a BE/B.Tech, M.Sc., or MCA degree in the relevant technical field with at least 55% marks and a minimum of 10 years of work experience.

Age Limit and Relaxation

Age Criteria
The age will be calculated as of November 2, 2026. The maximum age limits for each post are as follows:

• Assistant Director: 48 years
• Technical Manager: 42 years
• Technical Assistant: 37 years

Age relaxation is applicable for SC, ST, OBC (NCL), PwD candidates, ex-servicemen, and government employees as per Central Government regulations. IGNOU employees will also receive age relaxation according to the institute's recruitment and promotion policies.

Selection Process

How Candidates Will Be Selected
IGNOU may establish criteria based on qualifications, experience, screening, or a written test to shortlist candidates. If a recruitment examination is held, details regarding the exam center and syllabus will be available on the IGNOU website.

The question paper may be provided in English only or in both English and Hindi. In case of any discrepancies in interpretation, the English version will take precedence. Depending on the position, the final selection may involve a computer-based test/written test, skill test, and/or interview.

Selected candidates may be assigned to the IGNOU Headquarters in New Delhi or any of its Regional Centers or Regional Evaluation Centers across the country.

Application Fee Details

Fee Structure
The application fee varies based on the category:

The fee must be paid online through various methods, including debit cards, credit cards, net banking, IMPS, and mobile wallets.

Submission of Hard Copy

Where to Send the Hard Copy
After completing the online application, candidates should print the application form, sign it, and attach self-attested copies of essential documents such as academic degrees, mark sheets, experience certificates, category certificates, and proof of age. The hard copy must be sent to IGNOU by November 12, 2026.

Address:
Recruitment Cell, Room No. 13, Block No. 7,
Indira Gandhi National Open University,
Maidan Garhi, New Delhi-110068