NIFT Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 19 Registrar, Director and More Posts

NIFT Recruitment 2026 is for 19 posts on deputation basis: 1 Registrar, 1 Director (Head Office), 1 Director (Finance & Accounts) and 16 Campus Directors. The National Institute of Fashion Technology (राष्ट्रीय फैशन प्रौद्योगिकी संस्थान) wants applications from officers of the Central Govt., State Govt., UT, autonomous organisations or PSUs who hold an analogous post on regular basis. Applications go through proper channel to The Registrar, NIFT Campus, Hauz Khas, Near Gulmohar Park, New Delhi- 110016, and must be received on or before 20 November 2026 by 05:00 PM.

NIFT Recruitment 2026 at a Glance

The official notification does not specify the minimum educational qualification or the application fee.

About NIFT

The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) was set up in 1986 under the Ministry of Textiles, Govt. of India. It is a statutory institute governed by the NIFT Act 2006 and has 20 campuses across the country. Its head office is at NIFT Campus, Hauz Khas, New Delhi. NIFT describes itself as an institute of fashion education that also works as a knowledge service provider to the Union and State governments in design development and in the positioning of handlooms and handicrafts.

Where and How to Send

Send the application, with self-attested copies of documents in support of qualification, experience, age and so on, to this address: The Registrar, NIFT Campus, Hauz Khas, Near Gulmohar Park, New Delhi- 110016. It must reach that address on or before 20 November 2026 by 05:00 PM.

1. Fill in the Bio-Data / Curriculum Vitae Proforma (Annexure-I) in the notification. Write the Advertisement No. and the post applied for, and affix a recent passport size photograph. Self-attest the photograph by signing across it in full.
2. Attach a Statement of Purpose (SOP) of not more than 1000 words.
3. Have your forwarding authority fill in and sign Annexures II to VI.
4. Send the application through proper channel, which means your parent office forwards it.
5. If you send an application directly or as an advance copy, it will be entertained only PROVISIONALLY. You must make sure the copy sent through proper channel, with the required documents, reaches NIFT before the date of interview.
6. Fill a separate application for each post you apply for.

Every letter from NIFT, including any interview/interaction letter, will be sent only to the email address you give in the application form. Item 11 of the form asks for the full postal address with PIN code of your forwarding authority, along with that authority's name, telephone number and email address. Item 13 is for your three campus preferences if you are applying for Campus Director.

Posts, Eligibility and Pay

All four posts are at the same pay: Level – 13 (7th CPC) / PB – 4 [Rs. 37400 – 67000/- + Grade Pay Rs. 8700/- (6th CPC)]. The pay of a candidate selected on deputation will be regulated under the DoP&T O.M. No. 6/8/2009-Estt.(Pay II) dated 17.06.2010, as amended from time to time.

The 16 Campus Director locations are Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Gandhinagar, Hyderabad, Jodhpur, Kangra, Kolkata, Kannur, Mumbai, New Delhi, Patna, Raebareli, Shillong and Srinagar.

Registrar

• Officers of the Central Govt. / State Govt./ UT/ Autonomous Organization / PSUs who hold an analogous post on regular basis and have experience in administration / establishment / academic matters.

Director (Head Office)

• Officers of the Central Govt. / State Govt./ UT/ Autonomous Organization / PSUs who hold an analogous post on regular basis and have relevant experience in administration / establishment / admissions / academic matters.

Director (Finance & Accounts)

• Officers of the Central Govt. / State Govt./ UT/ Autonomous Organization / PSUs who hold an analogous post on regular basis and have relevant experience in dealing with financial, accounting and audit matters.

Campus Director

• Officers of the Central Govt. / State Govt./ UT/ Autonomous Organization / PSUs who hold analogous posts on regular basis, with at least 2 years' experience on a post at the level of Director of Govt. of India or equivalent, and with relevant experience in administrative / establishment / admissions/ Academic matters.
• You must give 3 choices of campus in order of preference.
• The posts are transferable across all NIFT campuses. The Competent Authority is free to transfer a Campus Director to any NIFT campus.
• NIFT reserves the right to post the selected candidate to a campus outside the choices given.

Rules for All Four Posts

• Age limit: the maximum age for appointment shall not exceed 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.
• Period of deputation: three years. The tenure shall not be extended further.
• Educational qualification: the official notification does not specify the minimum educational qualification.
• Nationality: you must be a citizen of India.
• No reservation exists for these deputation posts, as per Clause C (2.) of DOPT OM No.36011/1/2022-Estt(Res-I) dated 28 March, 2024.
• Officers already on deputation are not eligible to apply.
• The upper age limit, qualifications and experience are all judged as on the closing date for receipt of applications.
• Adhoc, contract, part-time, consultant or similar employment that is not permanent (not holding a substantive post/lien) is treated as temporary and will not count as experience.

Check the official notification for the eligibility of each post in its own discipline.

Enclosures

• Prescribed proforma of application (Annexure-I), with the Statement of Purpose
• Integrity Certificate (in original) (Annexure – II), signed by an officer of the rank of Deputy Secretary or above
• List of major / minor penalties imposed on the official, if any, during the last 10 years. If no penalty has been imposed, a "NIL" certificate must be enclosed (in original) (Annexure – III).
• Vigilance Clearance Certificate (in original) (Annexure – IV)
• Cadre Clearance Certificate (in original) (Annexure – V)
• Attested photocopies of the APARs (Annexure – VI) for the last five years (2020-21 to 2024-25). The application will not be considered without them.
• Matriculation Certificate (as proof of age)
• Self-attested copies of your educational qualification, experience and caste/ category certificates (wherever applicable)

Each page should be attested by an officer not below the rank of an Under Secretary to the Govt. of India. If your parent department keeps APARs in Grade Points (year-wise), submit them as Grades (year-wise): Outstanding, Very Good, Good, Average, Below Average, Poor and Fail only. If an APAR for any year is under process or cannot be submitted for an administrative reason, the APAR for the year before will be accepted. Any document in a language other than Hindi or English needs a Hindi or English transcript attested by the candidate.

The Statement of Purpose (not more than 1000 words; a separate sheet may be used) must cover:

• Why do you wish to join NIFT?
• Why do you think you are suitable for the job?
• How will you bring value to NIFT?
• What has been a significant defining experience in your professional life?

When forwarding the application, the forwarding Ministry, Department or Organisation must certify that the applicant will be relieved within one month of receiving the offer of appointment if selected. It must also record vigilance clearance.

Selection Process

Selection shall be based on performance in the personal interview / interaction or on any other selection criteria fixed by NIFT or the Selection Committee, and NIFT's decision shall be final. Only shortlisted candidates will get the dates and mode of the interview / interaction, by email. The interview / interaction may be held offline or online, at the sole discretion of the Competent Authority. No TA/DA is paid for taking part in the selection process. Candidates travel at their own expense.

Important Dates

Important Instructions

• Applications that are incomplete, that lack the required documents duly certified/forwarded by the parent office, or that are unsigned are liable to be rejected. Incorrect details in the form could lead to summary rejection at any stage.
• Suppressing facts, producing fake documents or giving false or misleading information will cancel your candidature. If you are found ineligible at any time, even after appointment, the appointment is liable to be terminated forthwith without notice.
• Canvassing in any form, or bringing in any influence, political or otherwise, will disqualify you for the post.
• Once an application is made, you cannot withdraw it, hold it in reserve for another recruitment or transfer it to another post or selection process.
• No interim enquiry or correspondence will be entertained, and no enquiries about eligibility will be entertained. Updates, and any addendum or corrigendum, will be posted only on the NIFT website, www.nift.ac.in.
• Employment in NIFT is governed by the NIFT Recruitment Rules 2020, the NIFT Statutes 2020 and the service conditions notified by NIFT from time to time.
• NIFT reserves the right to modify or withdraw the notification at any time, and to reject any or all applications without giving reasons. Its decision on eligibility, acceptance or rejection of applications, the mode of selection and the conduct of the interview is final and binding.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are there in NIFT Recruitment 2026?

There are 19 posts: 1 Registrar, 1 Director (Head Office), 1 Director (Finance & Accounts) and 16 Campus Directors, all on deputation basis.

What is the last date for the NIFT Recruitment 2026 application?

The application must be received by The Registrar, NIFT, New Delhi on or before 20 November 2026 by 05:00 PM.

Who can apply for the NIFT Registrar, Director and Campus Director posts?

Officers of the Central Govt., State Govt., UT, autonomous organisations or PSUs who hold an analogous post on regular basis and have the experience the notice lists for each post. Officers already on deputation are not eligible.

What experience does a NIFT Campus Director need?

At least 2 years' experience on a post at the level of Director of Govt. of India or equivalent, plus relevant experience in administrative / establishment / admissions/ Academic matters.

What is the age limit for NIFT Recruitment 2026?

The maximum age for appointment shall not exceed 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications. This applies to all four posts.

What is the pay for these NIFT posts?

All posts are at Level – 13 (7th CPC) / PB – 4 [Rs. 37400 – 67000/- + Grade Pay Rs. 8700/- (6th CPC)]. Pay on deputation is regulated under DoP&T O.M. No. 6/8/2009-Estt.(Pay II) dated 17.06.2010.

How do I apply for NIFT Recruitment 2026?

Fill in the Annexure-I proforma, attach the SOP and Annexures II to VI, and send it through proper channel to The Registrar, NIFT Campus, Hauz Khas, Near Gulmohar Park, New Delhi- 110016.

What is the selection process for NIFT Recruitment 2026?

Selection is based on performance in a personal interview / interaction or on other criteria fixed by NIFT or the Selection Committee. Shortlisted candidates will be told the dates and mode by email.

How long is the NIFT deputation tenure?

The period of deputation is three years, and the tenure shall not be extended further.

Can I apply for more than one NIFT post?

Yes. You must fill a separate application for each post. Campus Director applicants must also give 3 campus choices in order of preference.