NATGRID Recruitment 2026 for 20 Director & Assistant Director Posts
March 9, 2026
The National Intelligence Grid (NATGRID), functioning under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has released a recruitment notification for multiple senior-level positions on a deputation basis. Through NATGRID Recruitment 2026, the organization aims to fill 20 vacancies including Director, Deputy Director, and Assistant Director posts across several specialized domains such as IT Infrastructure Security, Solution Security, Project Management, Relationship Management, and Data Centre Operations. This recruitment offers a significant opportunity for officers working under Central Government, State Government, Union Territories, or Armed Forces personnel to contribute to India’s national intelligence infrastructure. Candidates with relevant administrative, technical, security, or project management experience are eligible to apply. Selection will be conducted through application screening, shortlisting, and interview if required.
Name of Organization
National Intelligence Grid (NATGRID), Ministry of Home Affairs
Post Name
Director, Deputy Director, Assistant Director
Education
Bachelor’s degree or B.Sc/B.Tech in relevant fields such as IT, Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Communication, or related disciplines with relevant professional experience
Total Vacancies
20
Salary
Level-8 to Level-13 Pay Matrix (₹47,600 – ₹2,15,900)
Age Limit
Maximum 54 years (Candidates crossing 56 years not eligible)
Application Fee
Not Mentioned
Selection Process
Application Review, Shortlisting and Interview
Apply Mode
Offline (Through Deputation Application)
Job Location
New Delhi / Bengaluru
Last Date To Apply
20 April 2026
Vacancy Details
Post Name
Vacancy
Education
Director
1
Bachelor’s degree with experience in administration or IT related project management
Deputy Director (Various Domains)
5
Bachelor’s degree or B.Tech/B.Sc in relevant field with minimum 7 years experience in security, project management, IT systems or administration
Assistant Director (Various Domains)
14
Bachelor’s degree or B.Tech/B.Sc in relevant field with 1–2 years experience in security, project management, IT infrastructure, administration or coordination
How to Apply
Visit the official website of the Ministry of Home Affairs or NATGRID and download the detailed vacancy circular.
Carefully read the eligibility criteria and ensure deputation eligibility requirements are fulfilled.
Download the prescribed application pro-forma mentioned in the notification.
Fill the application form completely in duplicate copies.
Attach required documents including cadre clearance, attested copies of APARs for the last five years, and certificates supporting qualification and experience.
Forward the application through the proper channel from the parent department.
Send the completed application packet to the Under Secretary (Estt.), NATGRID, Ministry of Home Affairs, Vasant Kunj Road, New Delhi before the closing date.
Ensure the application reaches the office on or before 20 April 2026.