National Institute for the Empowerment of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (NIEPID)
— Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities
| Post Name | Stenographer, Typist, Lecturer, and others |
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| Total Vacancies | 6 |
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| Qualification | Varies by post, ranging from Matriculation to M.Phil/MD/Master's degrees. |
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| Age Limit | Varies by post; 27-28 years for clerical, up to 45 years for lecturers, 56 years for senior contractual roles. |
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| Salary | As per 7th CPC for regular posts; consolidated pay for contractual roles ranging from ₹15,000 to ₹75,000. |
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| Application Fee | ₹500 for General/OBC/EWS; No fee for SC/ST/PH/Women. |
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| Selection Process | Screening of applications, followed by written exam (if applicants > 20) and/or personal interview. |
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Overview of NIEPID Recruitment 2026
The National Institute for the Empowerment of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (NIEPID), Secunderabad, has issued Employment Notice No. 03/2026. This notification invites applications for a variety of regular, contractual, and project-based positions across its headquarters and regional centers. Interested candidates must submit their applications in the prescribed format before the closing date of 01 August 2026.
Vacancy Details and Pay Scales
| Post Name | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Number of Posts |
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| Lecturer in Rehabilitation Psychology | Level-10 | 02 |
| Stenographer | Level-4 | 01 |
| LDC/Typist | Level-2 | 02 |
| Physiotherapy Assistant | Level-2 | 01 |
In addition to these regular vacancies, the institute is hiring for various contractual positions including Assistant Professors, Workshop Supervisors, and specialized CDEIC staff such as Clinical Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, and Special Educators.
Eligibility and Qualifications
- Lecturer in Rehabilitation Psychology: M.Phil. in Clinical/Rehabilitation Psychology plus 2 years of experience.
- Stenographer: Matriculation, 40 wpm typing, and 100 wpm shorthand speed.
- LDC/Typist: 12th pass with 35 wpm English or 30 wpm Hindi typing speed.
- Physiotherapy Assistant: Bachelor of Physiotherapy with 1 year of relevant experience.
Application Process and Fee
Candidates are required to download the application form from the official website and submit it via offline mode. A non-refundable Demand Draft of ₹500 (in favor of 'Director, NIEPID, Secunderabad') must be enclosed for General/OBC/EWS applicants. SC/ST/PH/Women candidates are exempt from the application fee.
Critical Application Instructions
- Separate applications and DDs are mandatory if applying for multiple posts.
- Ensure the post name and your full name are written on the back of the Demand Draft.
- Envelope must be superscribed with the post name, serial number, and category (Regular/Contract/CDEIC).
- Applications received after 01 August 2026 will not be accepted.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: Is the application mode online? A: No, applications must be sent through offline mode by post.
- Q: Are state-issued OBC certificates accepted? A: No, applicants must provide a central government-recognized Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) certificate.
- Q: What if I forget to mention the post name on the envelope? A: Failure to properly label the envelope often leads to the application being rejected or misrouted.
Download form from official website, attach documents, include Demand Draft, and mail to: The Director, NIEPID, Manovikas Nagar, Secunderabad - 500 009.
