Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), Maidan Garhi, New Delhi has released Recruitment for Non-Teaching Positions under Advertisement No. 69/2026/Admn. The recruitment drive covers technical and administrative positions including Assistant Director, Technical Manager and Technical Assistant posts. A total of 14 vacancies are available across different technical specializations.
The online application process will begin on 03 October 2026 and continue up to 02 November 2026, 11:59:59 PM. Eligible candidates can apply online through the IGNOU recruitment portal. The advertised positions carry 7th CPC Pay Levels 8 and 10, with upper age limits ranging from 37 to 48 years, depending on the post.

IGNOU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) |
| Advertisement No. | 69/2026/Admn. |
| Recruitment | Non-Teaching Positions |
| Total Vacancies | 14 Posts |
| Assistant Director | 02 |
| Technical Manager | 04 |
| Technical Assistant | 08 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | IGNOU Headquarters / Regional Centres / Regional Evaluation Centres |
| Pay Level | Level 8 & Level 10 |
| Official Website | ignou.ac.in |
IGNOU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | September 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 03 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 02 November 2026 |
| Printout + Documents Submission | By 12 November 2026 |
IGNOU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC-NCL / EWS | ₹1,000/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Women | ₹500/- |
| Payment Mode | Online |
IGNOU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post | UR | SC | ST | OBC-NCL | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Director | 02 | — | — | — | — | 02 |
| Technical Manager | 03 | — | — | 01 | — | 04 |
| Technical Assistant | 05 | 01 | — | 02 | — | 08 |
| Total | 10 | 01 | 00 | 03 | 00 | 14 |
IGNOU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 Qualification
1. Technical Assistant – LMS
- B.E. (CS/IT) / B.Tech (CS/IT) / M.Sc. (CS/IT) / MCA.
- Minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade.
- At least 3 years’ experience in Learning Management Systems, including installation, configuration, customization and administration.
- Experience with platforms such as Moodle, Canvas or Blackboard is relevant.
- Experience in e-content deployment, course management, user management and online assessment systems is required.
2. Technical Assistant – Networking
- B.E. (CS/IT) / B.Tech (CS/IT) / M.Sc. (CS/IT) / MCA.
- Minimum 55% marks.
- At least 3 years’ experience in enterprise-level network infrastructure, HCI infrastructure, mini-cloud management, Palo Alto and F5 technologies.
- Experience with routers, switches, VLANs, VPNs, wireless networks and backup/disaster recovery is desirable.
3. Technical Assistant – Animator
- B.E. (CS/IT) / B.Tech (CS/IT) / M.Sc. (CS/IT) / MCA with 55% marks.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in 2D/3D animation, multimedia content development, motion graphics, VFX, graphic designing and video editing.
- Experience with Autodesk Maya, Blender, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Animate or Premiere Pro is desirable.
4. Technical Assistant – Game Designer
- B.E. (CS/IT) / B.Tech (CS/IT) / M.Sc. (CS/IT) / MCA with 55% marks.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in game design/development, interactive multimedia, 2D/3D game assets, UI/UX design, game testing and deployment.
- Experience with Unity, Unreal Engine, Blender, Autodesk Maya or Adobe Creative Suite is desirable.
5. Technical Assistant – VR/AR Application Development
- B.E. (CS/IT) / B.Tech (CS/IT) / M.Sc. (CS/IT) / MCA with 55% marks.
- Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience in VR/AR application development, interactive 3D content, immersive learning applications, UI/UX for VR and deployment of VR applications.
- Experience with Unity, Unreal Engine, Blender, Autodesk Maya, Oculus SDK, OpenXR, Vuforia, ARCore or ARKit is desirable.
6. Technical Assistant – Artificial Intelligence
- B.E. (CS/IT) / B.Tech (CS/IT) / M.Sc. (CS/IT) / MCA with 55% marks.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in AI application development, machine learning/deep learning, NLP, Generative AI, data analytics, predictive modelling or intelligent systems.
- Experience with Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch or Scikit-learn is relevant.
Technical Manager Posts
For Technical Manager positions, the essential educational qualification is B.E. (CS/IT) / B.Tech (CS/IT) / M.Sc. (CS/IT) / MCA with 55% marks or equivalent grade, along with at least 5 years of relevant post-qualification experience in the concerned specialization.
Assistant Director Posts
For Assistant Director positions, the essential qualification is B.E. (CS/IT) / B.Tech (CS/IT) / M.Sc. (CS/IT) / MCA with 55% marks or equivalent grade, together with at least 10 years of relevant experience in the concerned technical field.
IGNOU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
| Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Assistant Director | 48 Years |
| Technical Manager | 42 Years |
| Technical Assistant | 37 Years |
The closing date of the online application is the prescribed date for determining age, qualification and experience unless otherwise specified. Applicable age relaxation will be provided according to Government of India rules.
IGNOU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 Salary
| Post | Pay Level |
|---|---|
| Assistant Director | Level 10 of 7th CPC |
| Technical Manager | Level 10 of 7th CPC |
| Technical Assistant | Level 8 of 7th CPC |
The corresponding pre-revised scales mentioned in the notification are ₹15,600–₹39,100 with GP ₹5,400 for Level 10 posts and ₹9,300–₹34,800 with GP ₹4,800 for Level 8 posts.
IGNOU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
IGNOU may conduct CBT/Written Test, Skill Test and/or Interview, depending on the post and recruitment requirements. The University reserves the right to shortlist candidates using merit, experience, written/skill tests or other prescribed criteria.
- Written Exam
- Skill Test
- Interview (if Applicable)
IGNOU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 Important Documents
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- Educational qualification certificates
- All relevant marksheets
- Experience certificates in the prescribed format
- Date of Birth proof
- Valid ID proof
- SC/ST certificate, if applicable
- OBC-NCL certificate, if applicable
- EWS certificate, if applicable
- PwBD certificate, if applicable
- Ex-Servicemen documents, where applicable
- Recent photograph
- Signature
- No Objection Certificate (NOC), where applicable
- Signed printout of the submitted application
- Self-attested copies of relevant documents
Candidates claiming experience must provide certificates specifying the duration, pay details and nature of duties performed.
How to Apply for IGNOU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026
Candidates should first read the detailed Advertisement No. 69/2026/Admn. and confirm their eligibility for the selected post. Applications must be submitted online only through the IGNOU website. Applicants need to enter their personal, educational and experience details carefully, upload the required documents and complete the online fee payment.
After submitting the online application, candidates should take a printout, sign it and send the signed application along with self-attested copies of relevant documents to the Recruitment Cell, Room No. 13, Block No. 7, IGNOU, Maidan Garhi, New Delhi – 110068, so that it reaches the University by 12 November 2026.
IGNOU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
- Applications submitted through modes other than online will not be accepted.
- Candidates should submit applications well before the closing date.
- Eligibility will be determined with reference to the prescribed closing date.
- Qualifications must be from recognized Universities/Institutions.
- Original certificates will be required during document verification/interview.
- Candidates may apply for more than one post if they fulfill the eligibility requirements.
- False information or suppression of material facts can lead to cancellation of candidature/service.
- Selected candidates may be posted at IGNOU Headquarters or any Regional Centre/Regional Evaluation Centre across India.
IGNOU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Particular | Link / Status |
|---|---|
| IGNOU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 Notification | Notification |
| IGNOU Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 Apply Online | Apply Online |
| IGNOU Official Website | ignou.ac.in |
