IGNOU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026: Apply Online

IGNOU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 Announced

The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has released a recruitment notification for various non-teaching positions. This is an opportunity for eligible candidates to apply for these roles within the university.

Job Highlights

IGNOU is looking to fill positions such as Assistant Director, Technical Manager, and Technical Assistant. The recruitment is being conducted through direct recruitment for most posts.

Important Dates

The application process for the IGNOU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 is now open. Candidates can submit their online applications from 03 October 2026 until 02 November 2026, 23:59:59 HRS.

A printout of the submitted application, duly signed and with self-attested copies of relevant documents, must be submitted by 12 November 2026 to the Recruitment Cell.

Vacancy Details

The notification details vacancies for several posts. Specific numbers for each post are listed below:

Note: Vacancy details are as per the official notification and may be subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must ensure they meet the minimum essential qualifications, age limits, and experience required for the post they are applying for before submitting their application.

Educational Qualification & Experience

The educational qualifications and experience vary by post. Here are some examples:

• Technical Assistant-LMS: B.E(CS/IT) / B.Tech(CS/IT) / M.Sc(CS/IT) / MCA from a recognized University/Institute with 55% marks or equivalent grade. Minimum 3 years of working experience in Learning Management System (LMS), including installation, configuration, customization, and administration of platforms like Moodle, Canvas, or Blackboard.
• Technical Assistant- Networking: B.E(CS/IT) / B.Tech(CS/IT) / M.Sc(CS/IT) / MCA from a recognized University with 55% marks or equivalent grade. Minimum 3 years of working experience in handling enterprise-level network infrastructure, HCI Infrastructure, Mini Cloud Management, Palo Alto, F5 Technologies.
• Technical Assistant- Animator: B.E(CS/IT) / B.Tech(CS/IT) / M.Sc(CS/IT) / MCA from a recognized University with 55% marks or equivalent grade. Minimum 3 years of working experience in 2D & 3D Animation, Multimedia Content Development, Motion Graphics, Visual Effects (VFX), Graphic Designing, and Video Editing.
• Technical Assistant-Game Designer: B.E(CS/IT) / B.Tech(CS/IT) / M.Sc(CS/IT) / MCA from a recognized University with 55% marks or equivalent grade. Minimum 3 years of working experience in Game Design and Development, Interactive Multimedia Applications, 2D/3D Game Asset Creation, UI/UX Design for Games, Game Testing and Deployment.
• Technical Assistant-Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality Application Development: B.E(CS/IT) / B.Tech(CS/IT) / M.Sc(CS/IT) / MCA from a recognized University with 55% marks or equivalent grade. Minimum 3 years of working experience in Virtual Reality (VR) / Augmented Reality (AR) Application Development, Interactive 3D Content Development, Immersive Learning Applications and Simulations.
• Technical Assistant- Artificial Intelligence: B.E(CS/IT) / B.Tech(CS/IT) / M.Sc(CS/IT) / MCA from a recognized University with 55% marks or equivalent grade. Experience in areas like Large Language Models (LLMs), Prompt Engineering, AI Agents, Generative AI applications, Data Preprocessing, AI-enabled Learning Systems, etc.
• Technical Manager-LMS: Not specified in the official notification for direct recruitment.

Desirable qualifications and certifications are also mentioned for various Technical Assistant posts, which may be given preference.

Age Limit

The age limits for the posts are as follows:

• Assistant Director: 48 years
• Technical Manager: 42 years
• Technical Assistant (all types): 37 years

Age relaxation for reserved categories will be applicable as per Government of India rules.

Application Fee

The application fee for the IGNOU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 is:

• Unreserved/OBC(NCL)/EWS: Rs. 1000/-
• For SC/ST/PH/Ex-Servicemen/Women: Rs. 500/-

Applications submitted without the prescribed fee will be rejected.

Salary / Pay Scale

The pay scales for the posts are as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC):

• Assistant Director: Level-10 of 7th CPC (Pay Matrix Rs. 15600-Rs. 39100)
• Technical Manager: Level-10 of 7th CPC (Pay Matrix Rs. 15600-Rs. 39100)
• Technical Assistant (all types): Level-8 of 7th CPC (Pay Matrix Rs. 9300-Rs. 34800)

Selection Process

The selection process may involve a written recruitment test, skill test, or interview. The university reserves the right to decide the stages of selection, including shortlisting candidates based on applications received. The final decision of the University in all matters regarding the recruitment process will be binding on the candidates.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates need to apply online through the official IGNOU website. After successfully submitting the online application, candidates must take a printout, sign it, and attach self-attested copies of all relevant documents. This complete set should be sent to the Recruitment Cell by post before the specified deadline.

Documents Required

Candidates are advised to keep self-attested copies of all relevant documents ready for submission along with the application printout. These typically include educational certificates, experience certificates, caste certificates (if applicable), and any other supporting documents mentioned in the detailed notification.

Important Instructions

• Candidates should carefully read the detailed advertisement and ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before applying.
• It is advised to apply well in advance of the last date to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
• The University reserves the right to amend, change, or cancel any part of the recruitment process.
• Legal disputes, if any, related to this recruitment notice will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Delhi.

FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for IGNOU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026?
A1: The last date for online registration is 02 November 2026. The printout of the application with documents must be submitted by 12 November 2026.

Q2: What is the application fee for Unreserved category candidates?
A2: The application fee for Unreserved/OBC(NCL)/EWS candidates is Rs. 1000/-.

Q3: What is the age limit for Technical Assistant posts?
A3: The age limit for Technical Assistant posts is 37 years.

Q4: Where should I send the printout of my application?
A4: The printout of the application along with documents should be sent to the Recruitment Cell, Room No. 13, Block No. 7, Indira Gandhi National Open University, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi – 110068.

Official Notification & Links

Official Website → Click Here

Notification PDF → Click Here

Apply Online → Not specified in the official notification.