The National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj (NIRDPR) has released an official recruitment notification for hiring qualified professionals under its flagship School of Excellence in Panchayati Raj (SoEPR) initiative. This large-scale hiring drive aims to strengthen rural governance, decentralised planning, and capacity-building mechanisms at the grassroots level across India.
Through this recruitment process, NIRDPR plans to engage 98 consultants on a contractual basis who will be deployed at State Institutes of Rural Development (SIRD) and State Panchayat Resource Centres (SPRC), covering clusters of districts in different States and Union Territories. Professionals with experience in rural development programmes, Panchayat governance, training systems, and decentralised planning are encouraged to apply online before the deadline.
🔎 About NIRDPR and the SoEPR Project
NIRDPR is the apex national institution responsible for research, training, and policy support in the field of rural development and Panchayati Raj. The School of Excellence in Panchayati Raj is a national-level project being implemented under the Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA) to improve institutional capacity of Panchayats and promote sustainable, inclusive local governance.
Selected consultants will work directly with State Governments, district administrations, training institutions, and Panchayat bodies to strengthen planning processes, service delivery systems, and monitoring frameworks at the village, block, and district levels.
📌 Recruitment Overview
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Organisation Name: National Institute of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj
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Project: School of Excellence in Panchayati Raj (SoEPR)
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Advertisement Number: 37/2025
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Total Vacancies: 98
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Posts Offered: Senior Capacity Building Consultant & Capacity Building Consultant
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Engagement Type: Contractual
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Posting Location: Across various States and UTs
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Mode of Application: Online
📊 Post-Wise Vacancy Details
✔ Senior Capacity Building Consultant – 10 Posts
✔ Capacity Building Consultant – 88 Posts
Vacancies are spread across many States including Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Assam, Bihar, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Karnataka, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, and others, along with reserve positions at NIRDPR for need-based deployment.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
📚 Educational Qualification
Applicants must possess a Master’s Degree in any discipline from a recognised university or institution.
🎂 Age Limit (as on 31 December 2025)
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Maximum permissible age: 50 years
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Age relaxation will be provided to SC, ST, OBC and PwD candidates as per Government rules.
🧠 Experience Requirements
🔹 For Senior Capacity Building Consultant
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At least nine years of professional experience in Panchayat governance, rural development programmes, decentralised planning, or capacity-building initiatives at district, state, or national level.
🔹 For Capacity Building Consultant
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Minimum seven years of similar experience in relevant fields.
Preference may be given to applicants who have:
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Worked on RGSA or similar projects
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Experience in localisation of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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Prepared GPDP, BPDP and DPDP plans
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Designed training modules and conducted Training-of-Trainers programmes
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Extensive field exposure in rural districts
📝 Selection Process
The final selection will be made through a competitive shortlisting process, which may include written tests, interviews, or both, depending on the number of applications received.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further stages, and no TA/DA will be provided for attending interviews or assessments.
💰 Salary and Benefits
Selected candidates will receive an attractive consolidated monthly remuneration:
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Senior Capacity Building Consultant: ₹75,000 per month + tour allowances
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Capacity Building Consultant: ₹60,000 per month + tour allowances
Frequent field visits across districts are part of the role, and candidates must be willing to undertake extensive travel for project implementation.
🗓 Important Dates
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Online Application Opened: Ongoing
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Last Date to Submit Application: 29 January 2026
Applicants are advised not to wait until the final date to complete their online submission.
🌐 Important Links
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Apply Online: Click here
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Official Notification PDF: Click here
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NIRDPR Official Website: Click here
⭐ Why Apply for NIRDPR SoEPR Recruitment?
This recruitment offers a unique opportunity to:
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Work on nationwide Panchayati Raj reform initiatives
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Collaborate with State and District administrations
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Contribute to decentralised governance and sustainable rural development
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Gain exposure to high-impact government programmes
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Earn a competitive salary through prestigious national-level assignments
🔔 Final Advisory
Candidates must carefully read the detailed notification before applying to ensure they meet the eligibility criteria and understand the contractual nature of the engagement. Submitting accurate information and supporting documents is essential, as incomplete or incorrect applications may be rejected.