NITI Aayog, the apex public policy think tank of the Government of India, has invited operations for the post of Protocol Officer on a deputation( including short- term contract) base. This position offers an excellent occasion for educated officers to serve in a critical executive and collaboration part within a prestigious institution. The selected candidate will be based at NITI Bhawan, New Delhi, and will be responsible for handling high-level protocol functions, including coordination with national and international dignitaries and departments. Interested and eligible candidates can apply through proper channel before the deadline.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Starting Date to Apply | 02 June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 July 2025 |
Application Fee
- Application Fee: Clear, concise, and highlights the benefit of a free application process.
Vacancy Details
| Name of the Post | Number of Vacancies | Mode of Recruitment | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protocol Officer | 01 | Deputation (including short-term contract) | New Delhi |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Campaigners must hold a Bachelorette’s Degree from a honored university or institution.
Experience
- Minimum five years of experience in protocol functions such as:
- Handling VIP movements and official visits
- Coordination with Ministries, Embassies, and Government Departments
- Organizing official events and high-level meetings
Service Requirements
- Officers working under:
- Central Government
- State Governments / Union Territories
- Public Sector Undertakings
- Autonomous or Statutory Organizations
- Universities or Recognized Research Institutions
- Holding:
- Analogous posts on a regular basis
OR - Posts in Level-6 of the Pay Matrix (Rs. 35,400 – Rs. 1,12,400) with five years of regular service in the grade
- Analogous posts on a regular basis
Age Limit
- Maximum age limit shall not exceed 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.
Pay Scale
The selected candidate will be appointed in Level-7 of the Pay Matrix, as per the 7th Central Pay Commission:
- Rs. 44,900 – Rs. 1,42,400
The deputationist will also be eligible for other allowances as per Government of India morals.
Selection Process
The selection will be done on the basis of deputation, including a short-term contract, as per the standard Government of India procedures. Campaigners will be shortlisted grounded on their qualifications, experience, and service profile. Final selection will be subject to verification of documents and suitability by NITI Aayog.
How to Apply
Application Procedure
Interested and eligible campaigners must apply through proper channel. The operation must be encouraged by the present employer along with the following documents:
- Properly filled and inked operation in the specified format
- Cadre Clearance Certificate
- Alert concurrence Certificate
- Integrity Certificate
- List of major/ minor penalties( if any) during the last 10 years
- Attested clones of Annual Performance Appraisal Reports( APARs) for the last 5 years