IGNOU Senior Consultant (Administration) Recruitment 2026 – Apply by 3 November
IGNOU Senior Consultant (Administration) Recruitment 2026: Check eligibility, 5–7 years’ experience, ₹50,000–₹70,000 remuneration, postal application process and last date of 3 November 2026.
Posted Date: 21-10-2026
Organization: Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), New Delhi
About Organization:
Indira Gandhi National Open University was established by an Act of Parliament in 1985. The university works towards building an inclusive knowledge society through inclusive education and aims to increase the Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) by providing high-quality education through the Open and Distance Learning (ODL) mode.
IGNOU Vacancy 2026 – Post Details
Post Name: Senior Consultant (Administration)
Nature of Engagement: Contractual basis
The selected candidate will be engaged in the Administration Division. The role is intended for an experienced professional with a background in administrative work and experience handling legal and disciplinary matters.
Number of Vacancies: Not specified in the provided notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree.
Required Experience
- Applicants should have 5–7 years of experience in administrative matters.
- Experience handling legal and disciplinary matters is required.
- The experience should be in a Central Government organisation or Central University.
Preferred Candidates
Retired personnel at the following levels are preferred:
- Under Secretary
- Assistant Registrar
- Administrative Officer
Note: The notification does not specify additional age limits or other eligibility conditions in the information provided. Candidates should check the official application form and notification for any further requirements.
Salary and Remuneration
The remuneration for the Senior Consultant (Administration) position is ₹50,000 to ₹70,000. The final amount within this range will be decided by the Selection Committee.
The notification does not specify any additional allowances or benefits.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Posted | 21 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Postal Application | 3 November 2026 |
Candidates should ensure that their complete applications reach the prescribed address by the deadline.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply by following these steps:
- Visit the official IGNOU website: https://www.ignou.ac.in/
- Download the prescribed application format from the university website.
- Fill in the application form with accurate personal, educational, and professional details.
- Attach the required testimonials and supporting documents, duly self-attested.
- Write the following description in capital letters on the top of the envelope:
APPLICATION FOR THE ENGAGEMENT OF SR. CONSULTANT (FULL-TIME) IN ADMINISTRATION DIVISION, IGNOU
- Send the completed application and supporting documents by post to the address given below.
- Ensure the application reaches IGNOU on or before 3 November 2026.
Postal Address for Application
To,
Deputy Registrar,
Recruitment Cell, Administration Division,
Block-7, Room No. 13,
IGNOU, Maidan Garhi,
New Delhi – 110068.
Application Mode: Postal submission
Last Date: 3 November 2026