Ministry of Education, Government of India

NIOS Medical Consultant (Doctor) Recruitment 2026 – 1 Post

The National Institute of Open Schooling has invited applications from experienced MBBS or MD doctors for a contractual Medical Consultant position at its headquarters in Noida.

1 Post Total vacancy
₹60,000 Monthly salary
Below 65 Age requirement
Online Application mode
Online application deadline: 14 August 2026

NIOS Recruitment Overview

The National Institute of Open Schooling has issued an indicative vacancy notification for engaging one Medical Consultant (Doctor). The position is purely contractual and will be based at NIOS Headquarters in Noida, Uttar Pradesh.

Organisation National Institute of Open Schooling
Administrative ministry Ministry of Education, Government of India
Recruitment reference RC 03/2026 – Medical Consultant
Notification date 24 July 2026
Post name Medical Consultant (Doctor)
Number of posts One – 01
Engagement type Purely contractual
Initial contract Six months
Place of engagement NIOS Headquarters, Noida
Application process Online application followed by Speed Post

Vacancy and Salary

Medical Consultant (Doctor) Number of positions: 01
Consolidated Emolument ₹60,000 per month
Work Location NIOS Headquarters, Sector 62, Noida
Contract Period Initially six months
The contract may be extended further with mutual consent and satisfactory performance of the selected officer.

Educational Qualification

  • MBBS degree from a recognised university or institution; or
  • MD degree from a recognised university or institution.
Candidates must upload clear, self-attested qualification certificates while completing the online application.

Experience Requirement

Minimum Professional Experience At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in the medical field.
Applications without supporting experience certificates may be rejected. The certificates should clearly establish the candidate's relevant professional medical experience.

Age Requirement

Required age Below 65 years
Age relaxation No separate relaxation is specified in the notification

Application Fee

Application fee ₹50
Online transaction fee ₹70
Total online payment ₹120
PwD candidates No fee
Once deposited, the application fee will not be refunded under any circumstances.

Selection Process

1 Application Screening
NIOS will examine the submitted applications, qualifications, experience and supporting documents.
2 Shortlisting
Eligible candidates may be shortlisted based on the prescribed educational and professional requirements.
3 Interview
Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
4 Email Communication
Interview information will be sent to shortlisted applicants through email only.
No travelling allowance or daily allowance will be paid for attending the interview.

Important Dates

Notification issued 24 July 2026
Online closing date 14 August 2026
Printed application Within seven days of online submission
Interview date Will be communicated by email

Documents Required

  • Recent photograph.
  • Candidate's signature.
  • Class 10 certificate or valid date-of-birth proof.
  • MBBS or MD degree certificate.
  • Relevant educational marksheets.
  • Medical registration certificate, where applicable.
  • Certificates supporting at least 10 years of relevant experience.
  • PwD certificate for candidates claiming fee exemption.
  • Other documents requested on the recruitment portal.
All uploaded qualification and experience documents should be self-attested, clear and readable.

How to Apply

1 Read the notification
Download the official NIOS Medical Consultant notification and verify the qualification, experience, age and contractual terms.
2 Open the recruitment portal
Select “RC 03/2026/Medical Consultant (Doctor)/Jul-2026” from the current recruitment openings.
3 Complete candidate registration
Enter the name recorded in the matriculation certificate, mobile number and active email address and complete OTP verification.
4 Fill in the online form
Enter personal, address, qualification, professional experience and eligibility details carefully.
5 Upload documents
Upload the photograph, signature and self-attested copies of qualification and experience certificates.
6 Pay the prescribed fee
Complete the payment through the official recruitment portal, unless eligible for the PwD fee exemption.
7 Submit and save the reference number
Submit the online application by 14 August 2026 and retain the generated reference number.
8 Print the submitted application
Take a printout of the successfully submitted application and attach copies of all documents uploaded on the portal.
9 Send by Speed Post
Send the printed application and attached documents to NIOS within seven days of submitting the online form.
Online submission alone is not sufficient. The candidature will be considered only when the printed application and documents are sent within the prescribed period.

Speed Post Address

To:
The Deputy Director (Administration),
National Institute of Open Schooling,
A-24/25, Institutional Area,
Sector 62, Noida,
Uttar Pradesh – 201309.
Write “Application for the post of Medical Consultant (Doctor)” clearly on the envelope.

Important Contract Conditions

  • The engagement is purely contractual.
  • The initial contract period will be six months.
  • Further extension will depend on mutual consent and satisfactory performance.
  • The selected candidate will have to execute an agreement with NIOS.
  • The contractual position will not form part of the regular NIOS cadre.
  • The engagement will not provide any right to regularisation or permanent absorption.
  • The selected consultant may be required to travel to any part of India for official duties.
  • NIOS may fill or not fill the position without assigning a reason.
  • The selected candidate may be required to join immediately.

Important Official Links

Apply Online Download Official Notification NIOS Recruitment Portal NIOS Official Website

Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are available? NIOS has announced one Medical Consultant (Doctor) position.
What is the monthly salary? The selected Medical Consultant will receive consolidated emoluments of ₹60,000 per month.
What qualification is required? Applicants must possess an MBBS or MD degree from a recognised university or institution.
How much experience is required? At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in the medical field is required.
What is the age requirement? The applicant must be below 65 years.
What is the application deadline? The online application must be submitted by 14 August 2026.
Is a hard copy required? Yes. The printed application and uploaded documents must be sent by Speed Post within seven days of online submission.
Is this a permanent NIOS job? No. The position is purely contractual and initially offered for six months.
How will candidates be selected? Applications will be screened, and shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
Where can applicants send recruitment queries? Queries may be emailed to recruitmentcell@nios.ac.in.
Applicants should read the complete official notification before applying and retain the reference number, payment receipt, printed application copy and Speed Post tracking details.