National Innovation Foundation India Invites Applications For 15 Posts Across Disciplines

National Innovation Foundation – India (NIF) has invited applications from qualified and experienced professionals for multiple contractual positions across different disciplines. The recruitment drive includes 15 vacancies for various roles such as Principal Manager, Senior Manager, Manager, Associates, Fellows, and Research Associates.

As per the official notification, all positions are contractual in nature for an initial period of two years and can be extended based on performance. The upper age limit varies from 35 to 55 years depending on the post. Candidates will be selected based on their academic qualifications, experience, and interview performance.

Interested candidates must submit their applications in the prescribed format along with two reference letters and a suitability note to the email address [email protected] on or before 25 July 2025. The positions are based across various project locations of NIF across India.

Important Dates:
The notification was released in June 2025 and the last date to apply for the NIF contractual positions is 25 July 2025.

Vacancy Details:
The National Innovation Foundation is conducting recruitment to fill up the following posts:

Post Name: Principal Manager (Post Code 01)
No. of Posts: 1

Post Name: Senior Manager (Post Code 02)
No. of Posts: 1

Post Name: Manager (Post Code 03)
No. of Posts: 1

Post Name: Principal Associate (Post Code 04)
No. of Posts: 1

Post Name: Senior Associate (Post Code 05)
No. of Posts: 1

Post Name: Senior Associate (Post Code 06)
No. of Posts: 1

Post Name: Junior Associate (Post Code 07)
No. of Posts: 1

Post Name: Junior Associate (Post Code 08)
No. of Posts: 2

Post Name: Junior Fellow (Post Code 09)
No. of Posts: 1

Post Name: Research Associate I (Post Code 10)
No. of Posts: 2

Post Name: Research Associate II (Post Code 11)
No. of Posts: 2

Post Name: Research Associate II (Post Code 12)
No. of Posts: 1

Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates applying for these positions must possess the required qualifications and relevant experience as stated in the notification. The details are as follows:

Educational Qualifications:
Depending on the position, candidates must hold qualifications such as Master’s degree, M.Tech, ME, or Ph.D. in disciplines including Engineering, Agriculture, Design, Botany, Microbiology, Biological Science, Chemistry, Law, or related fields from a recognized university.

Experience Requirements:
Experience requirements vary by role, from 2 years for Junior Associate posts to 15 years for Principal Manager roles. Experience in technology development, business incubation, IP management, and herbal formulations is desirable for several roles.

Age Limit:
The maximum age limit ranges from 35 to 55 years depending on the position. Relaxation in age is applicable for reserved categories as per Government norms.

How to Apply:
Eligible candidates must email the application form in the prescribed format to [email protected] on or before 25 July 2025. The application must be accompanied by two reference letters and a note describing the applicant’s suitability for the position.

Application Fee:
No application fee is mentioned in the notification.

Selection Process:
The selection will be based on screening of applications followed by interviews. Shortlisting will be based on qualifications, experience, and relevance to the post. NIF reserves the right to fix higher thresholds or not to fill any of the posts.

National Innovation Foundation Official Notification:
Candidates interested in applying must download and refer to the official notification for detailed information on eligibility, salary, job responsibilities, and instructions to apply.
Official Notification PDF