National Institute of Design Assam, Jorhat has opened online applications for 4 Group-B non-teaching technical posts under Recruitment Notice NIDJ/2026-27/Admin./Rectt./106/625, dated 15 October 2026. The vacancies include 1 Associate Senior Design Instructor, 2 Design Instructor posts and 1 Technical Instructor position across Industrial Design, Communication Design and Textile & Apparel Design disciplines. Online applications are accepted from 16 October to 16 November 2026 through the official NID Assam Samarth recruitment portal. These are long-term technical positions on the 7th CPC pay matrix, with Pay Level 7 (₹44,900–₹1,42,400) for Associate Senior Design Instructor and Pay Level 6 (₹35,400–₹1,12,400) for Design Instructor and Technical Instructor. Candidates must hold the relevant degree or diploma and the prescribed post-qualification experience, which ranges from two to six years depending on the educational route and post. The upper age limit is 35 years as on 16 November 2026, subject to applicable relaxation. NID Assam may use screening, written and/or trade tests, and interview stages as part of the selection process. Applicants with hands-on studio, prototyping, communication-design, textile, apparel or design-technology experience should match their discipline carefully because only relevant post-qualification work is counted for eligibility.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | National Institute of Design Assam (NID Assam) |
| Ministry | DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India |
| Institute Status | Institution of National Importance |
| Recruitment Notice | NIDJ/2026-27/Admin./Rectt./106/625 |
| Notice Date | 15 October 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 4 |
| Posts | Associate Senior Design Instructor, Design Instructor, Technical Instructor |
| Classification | Group-B, Non-Teaching (Technical) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start | 16 October 2026 |
| Last Date | 16 November 2026 |
| Job Location | Jorhat, Assam |
| Pay Levels | Level 7 and Level 6 |
| Upper Age | 35 years |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Discipline / Area | Vacancies | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Associate Senior Design Instructor | Industrial Design | 1 | Level 7 |
| Design Instructor | Communication Design | 1 | Level 6 |
| Design Instructor | Textile & Apparel Design | 1 | Level 6 |
| Technical Instructor | Textile & Apparel Design | 1 | Level 6 |
| Total | 4 |
The current package deliberately does not publish a category-wise reservation split because secondary reproductions conflict on that table. Candidates should use the official NID Assam PDF for the final reservation status.
Educational Qualification and Experience
| Post | Qualification Route | Minimum Post-Qualification Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Associate Senior Design Instructor | Degree in the relevant discipline | 4 years |
| Associate Senior Design Instructor | Diploma in the relevant field | 6 years |
| Design Instructor | 3-year Diploma in the relevant discipline/area | 4 years |
| Design Instructor | Degree in the relevant discipline/area | 2 years |
| Technical Instructor | 3-year Diploma in the relevant discipline/area | 4 years |
| Technical Instructor | Degree in the relevant discipline/area | 2 years |
For Associate Senior Design Instructor, the relevant area is Industrial Design. For Design Instructor, the two notified areas are Communication Design and Textile & Apparel Design. For Technical Instructor, the notified area is Textile & Apparel Design / Fashion Technology-related technical work. A postgraduate degree in the relevant discipline is reported as desirable.
Experience Requirement
Only post-qualification experience should be counted toward the prescribed experience period.
Candidates can use the Regal Naukri Work Experience Calculator to organise employment periods before filling the application, but NID Assam’s interpretation of relevant experience remains final.
Experience records should clearly show the employer/institution, designation, start/end dates, nature of design or technical work and responsibilities relevant to the post applied for.
Age Limit and Relaxation
The maximum age for all three post categories is 35 years as on 16 November 2026.
Relaxation for eligible SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwD, Ex-Servicemen and Government employees applies according to the relevant Central Government / NID Assam rules.
Use the Regal Naukri Age Calculator with 16 November 2026 as the cut-off date.
Salary and Pay Level
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Associate Senior Design Instructor | Level 7 | ₹44,900–₹1,42,400 |
| Design Instructor | Level 6 | ₹35,400–₹1,12,400 |
| Technical Instructor | Level 6 | ₹35,400–₹1,12,400 |
These are 7th CPC pay-matrix scales. Approximate gross-salary figures quoted on secondary recruitment sites should not be treated as guaranteed take-home pay.
The Institute’s recruitment terms indicate long-term appointments and reserve the right to make the initial appointment on contract, subject to its rules and later institutional decision.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / EWS | ₹250 |
| PwD | Exempt |
Candidates should confirm the fee displayed for their category on the live Samarth portal before payment.
Selection Process
NID Assam may shortlist candidates on the basis of essential/desirable qualifications and relevant experience.
The selection process can include application screening, written test, trade test and interview or another assessment if called by the Institute.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Notice | 15 October 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 16 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 November 2026 |
| Age / Experience Cut-off | 16 November 2026 |
| Written / Trade Test | To be announced |
| Interview | To be announced |
How to Apply for NID Assam Technical Recruitment 2026
- Open the NID Assam Careers page and locate Recruitment Notice NIDJ/2026-27/Admin./Rectt./106/625.
- Read the detailed notification and choose the exact discipline/post you are eligible for.
- Use the Regal Naukri Eligibility Pre-check to compare your degree/diploma and experience with the selected post.
- Check your age as on 16 November 2026 using the Age Calculator.
- Calculate only qualifying post-qualification experience with the Work Experience Calculator.
- Prepare education, experience, category, identity, photograph and signature records using the Government Job Document Checklist.
- Open the official NID Assam Samarth portal and create/login to your applicant account.
- Enter personal, academic and experience details exactly as supported by your certificates.
- Upload self-attested scanned documents and pay the applicable fee online.
- Submit a separate application for each post if eligible and applying for more than one.
- Save the final submitted application and fee receipt.
- Before submission, follow Regal Naukri’s How to Fill Government Job Online Application Forms Correctly guide.
Documents to Keep Ready
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Class 10 / DOB proof | Age verification |
| Relevant degree / diploma certificates | Essential qualification |
| Marksheets | Qualification verification |
| Postgraduate qualification, if claimed | Desirable qualification |
| Detailed experience certificates | Mandatory post-qualification experience |
| Category / EWS certificate | Reservation / fee claim |
| PwD certificate | Fee / preference claim |
| NOC / proper-channel document | Serving Government/PSU candidates where applicable |
| Recent photograph | Online application |
| Signature | Online application |
| Photo identity proof | Verification |
| Fee receipt | Application record |
Important Candidate Instructions
- Count only the post-qualification experience accepted by NID Assam.
- Each post has a specific design/technical discipline; do not apply on the basis of an unrelated degree.
- Candidates applying for more than one post should submit separate applications where required.
- Government/PSU employees should follow the NOC/proper-channel requirement.
- The Institute may use written and/or trade tests even after shortlisting.
- Check the NID Assam careers page regularly for corrigenda, shortlists and test schedules.
Important Links
| Link | Purpose |
|---|---|
| NID Assam Careers | Official current recruitment listing |
| Official Technical Recruitment PDF | Recruitment Notice NIDJ/2026-27/Admin./Rectt./106/625 |
| NID Assam Samarth Apply Portal | Official online application/login portal |
| NID Assam Official Website | Institute website |
FAQ
How many vacancies are in NID Assam Technical Recruitment 2026?
There are 4 Group-B technical vacancies: 1 Associate Senior Design Instructor, 2 Design Instructors and 1 Technical Instructor.
What is the last date to apply?
The online application deadline is 16 November 2026.
What is the age limit?
The upper age limit is 35 years as on 16 November 2026, with applicable relaxation.
What is the pay scale?
Associate Senior Design Instructor is in Level 7, ₹44,900–₹1,42,400. Design Instructor and Technical Instructor are in Level 6, ₹35,400–₹1,12,400.
Is experience compulsory?
Yes. Depending on the post and qualification route, candidates need 2 to 6 years of post-qualification experience.
Can a candidate apply for more than one post?
Yes, if eligible, but a separate application may be required for each post as specified by the recruitment notice.
What is the application fee?
Current notice-based information reports ₹500 for General/OBC, ₹250 for SC/ST/EWS and exemption for PwD candidates.
How will candidates be selected?
Selection can include screening, written test, trade test and interview depending on the post and NID Assam’s shortlisting process.