National Institute for Empowerment of Persons with Multiple Disabilities (Divyangjan), Chennai has released Employment Notice No. 02(R)/2026 dated 28 October 2026 for 4 regular Group A and Group B posts. The vacancies are Deputy Registrar (Admin), Lecturer in Special Education (Locomotor and Cerebral Palsy), Lecturer in Community Rehabilitation & Project Management, and Rehabilitation Officer (Independent Living)—one post each. The recruitment combines direct recruitment and deputation routes, so candidates must check the mode applicable to the specific post before applying. At a basic level, the Deputy Registrar requires a master's degree plus qualifying government/autonomous-body service; the Lecturer posts require relevant postgraduate rehabilitation/special-education qualifications with experience; and the Rehabilitation Officer post requires an appropriate rehabilitation/vocational qualification with five years of relevant experience. Pay ranges from Level 7 to Level 11. Direct-recruitment upper age limits are 40 years for the Lecturer posts and 35 years for Rehabilitation Officer, while deputation posts allow up to 56 years. The application fee is ₹590, with exemption for SC, ST, PwBD, transgender and female candidates. NIEPMD's official recruitment page lists applications from 28 October to 26 November 2026.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | National Institute for Empowerment of Persons with Multiple Disabilities (Divyangjan) |
| Ministry | Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment |
| Employment Notice | 02(R)/2026 |
| Notice Date | 28 October 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 4 |
| Posts | Deputy Registrar, 2 Lecturer posts, Rehabilitation Officer |
| Employment Nature | Regular vacant posts; direct recruitment and/or deputation depending on post |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Window | 28 October–26 November 2026 |
| Fee | ₹590; exemptions apply |
| Location | Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Pay Level | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deputy Registrar (Admin) | 1 | Level 11 | Deputation including short-term contract |
| Lecturer in Special Education (Locomotor and Cerebral Palsy) | 1 | Level 10 | Direct recruitment or deputation |
| Lecturer in Community Rehab & Project Management | 1 | Level 10 | Direct recruitment or deputation |
| Rehabilitation Officer (Independent Living) | 1 | Level 7 | Direct recruitment or deputation |
| Total | 4 |
Basic Qualification
- Deputy Registrar: Master's degree with the prescribed marks plus qualifying service in government, university, PSU, autonomous or statutory organisations.
- Lecturer – Special Education: Master's degree with the prescribed special-education qualification, relevant experience and RCI registration.
- Lecturer – Community Rehab & Project Management: Relevant master's degree in rehabilitation/social work/allied field with post-qualification experience and RCI registration.
- Rehabilitation Officer: Relevant bachelor's/rehabilitation qualification with five years of experience and RCI registration.
Candidates should read the exact essential qualification wording in the official notice before applying.
Age Limit
| Post | Direct Recruitment | Deputation |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Registrar | Not applicable | 56 years |
| Lecturer – Special Education | 40 years | 56 years |
| Lecturer – Community Rehab & Project Management | 40 years | 56 years |
| Rehabilitation Officer | 35 years | 56 years |
Age is reckoned on the closing date of online application. Government of India relaxation rules apply where eligible.
Use the Age Calculator to check age against the official closing date.
Application Fee
The application fee is ₹500 + ₹90 GST = ₹590.
No fee is prescribed for:
- SC
- ST
- PwBD
- Transgender candidates
- Female candidates
Selection Process
NIEPMD may shortlist candidates through a screening committee and may use written test and/or interview depending on the post and response received.
The institute reserves the right to restrict the number of candidates called for the selection stage.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Employment Notice issued | 28 October 2026 |
| Official application window starts | 28 October 2026 |
| Official application window closes | 26 November 2026 |
How to Apply for NIEPMD Recruitment 2026
- Read the official NIEPMD Employment Notice No. 02(R)/2026 carefully.
- Check the route for your chosen post—direct recruitment, deputation or deputation including short-term contract.
- Verify qualification, service experience, RCI registration and age. The Government Job Eligibility Checker can assist with a preliminary review.
- Prepare qualification, experience, RCI, category and service records. The Government Job Document Checklist can help organise these.
- Use the Apply Online entry from the official NIEPMD recruitment page.
- Upload the prescribed application and supporting documents, including service records/APAR where applicable.
- Pay ₹590 where applicable; exempt categories should follow the official fee exemption.
- Submit within the official application window and save the acknowledgement.
At the time of verification, the linked NIEPMD recruitment portal was temporarily showing “No Openings Available” even though the official notice page lists the recruitment as open. Candidates should therefore enter through the official NIEPMD recruitment notice page and re-check the portal before submission.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Educational qualification certificates
- Experience certificates
- RCI registration where required
- Category / PwBD certificate where applicable
- Age / date-of-birth proof
- APAR for serving government applicants where required
- Employer endorsement / NOC where required
- Latest experience-cum-service certificate where applicable
- Photograph and signature
Important Instructions
- Applications are online only.
- Direct-recruitment appointees are initially placed on two years' probation.
- Deputation tenure is initially three years and may be extendable up to five years subject to rules.
- The institute may shortlist applicants before written test/interview.
- The previous Employment Notice No. 5(R)/2025 for the relevant post stands cancelled as stated in the new notification.
- No TA/DA is payable for attending the selection process.
- Candidates should monitor NIEPMD for any portal or corrigendum update.
Important Links
| Link | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Official NIEPMD Recruitment Notice Page | Official recruitment listing and Apply Online entry |
| Official Employment Notice PDF | Full notification |
| NIEPMD Recruitment Portal | Online recruitment portal |
| NIEPMD Official Website | Official updates |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available?
There are 4 vacancies, one for each advertised post.
Which posts are included?
Deputy Registrar (Admin), two Lecturer posts and Rehabilitation Officer (Independent Living).
What is the application fee?
The fee is ₹590, with exemption for SC, ST, PwBD, transgender and female candidates.
What is the maximum age?
It varies by post and mode: 35 or 40 years for direct recruitment and up to 56 years for deputation.
Is RCI registration required?
Yes, for the Lecturer and Rehabilitation Officer posts where specified in the notification.
What is the last date?
The official recruitment page lists 26 November 2026 as the closing date.
Is the recruitment regular?
Yes. The notice describes these as regular vacant posts, though the mode may be direct recruitment or deputation depending on the post.
What is the selection process?
NIEPMD may shortlist candidates for a written test and/or interview.