Young Professionals in National Testing Agency
National Testing Agency
Posted:
Pay: Rs. 80,000 per month (Consolidated)
Category Central Govt
Job Type Contract
Eligibility Specifications
Advertisement / Notice No: A-A8/18/2026-Admin (15068)
Age Limits: Between 21 and 35 years (for general category).
Age Cut-off Date: Age calculated strictly on 24 August 2026.
Allowed Qualifications: Post Graduate, Ph.D.
Specialized Requirements & Prerequisites:
- Registration on Pratibha Setu Portal
- Appeared in Civil Services Examination (with specific optionals for legal/finance streams if applicable)
Document Specifications: Application in prescribed format (Annexure-I) along with all required documents to be submitted via email.
Helpline Contacts: Phone: 011-69095-250, Email: vv.patil@nta.ac.in
Vacancy Breakdown
Total posts: 16 vacancies
Gen/UR
16
Post-wise Vacancy Breakdown
Young Professionals (Academic Research) 12 Vacancies
Qualification Requirement Postgraduate degree in relevant subject area
Salary Scale Rs. 80,000 per month
Category Vacancy Distribution
UR: 12
Young Professionals (Legal Research) 2 Vacancies
Qualification Requirement Master's degree in Law (LLM)
Salary Scale Rs. 80,000 per month
Category Vacancy Distribution
UR: 2
Young Professionals (Finance and Accounts Research) 2 Vacancies
Qualification Requirement Postgraduate degree in Commerce/Economics/Finance or CA/CMA/CS
Salary Scale Rs. 80,000 per month
Category Vacancy Distribution
UR: 2
Key Timelines & Fees
Registration Start Date: 25 July 2026
Application Closing Date: 24 August 2026
Application Fee (All): ā¹0
Selection & Exam Pattern
Selection Process: Shortlisting based on eligibility followed by Interview (In-Person or Video-Conference)
Exam Mode: Interview Only
Negative Marking: No written exam standard, unless specifically notified by NTA.
No specific syllabus is mentioned. The selection is based on candidate profile, academics, and interview assessment.
Please double check exam stages in the official PDF notification below.
Official Actions
How to Apply (Form Filling Guide)
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1. Ensure you are registered on the UPSC Pratibha Setu Portal.
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2. Download and fill the application form provided in Annexure-I of the detailed notification.
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3. Attach all mandatory academic, experience, and identity documents as specified.
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4. Send the completed application form and documents via email to dir-admin@nta.ac.in within 30 days of the publication date.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the monthly remuneration for Young Professionals in NTA?
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated fixed remuneration of Rs. 80,000 per month.
Who is eligible to apply for these positions?
Candidates must be registered on the Pratibha Setu Portal of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and must have appeared in the Civil Services Examination with relevant postgraduate qualifications in their respective streams.
What is the duration of this contractual engagement?
The initial term of engagement is 24 months, which is extendable by a further 12 months (up to a total of 36 months) based on performance.
What is the application deadline?
Applications must reach NTA via email (dir-admin@nta.ac.in) within 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement (i.e., by August 24, 2026).