VVGNLI Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline

V. V. Giri National Labour Institute (VVGNLI) has notified 1 vacancy for the post of Fellow on a deputation basis for a period ordinarily not exceeding five years, with a pay scale of Level-11 Rs. 67,700-2,08,700. Candidates applying for the post must possess a Ph.D. in Social Sciences or relevant areas from a recognized University or equivalent. Eligible applicants can apply through the prescribed offline process by sending their complete Curriculum Vitae along with attested copies of supporting documents, certificates, and copies of publications by post to The Director General, V. V. Giri National Labour Institute, Sector – 24, P.O. Box No. 68, Noida. The last date of receipt of application is 15 November 2026.

VVGNLI Fellow at a Glance

Who Can Apply

Candidates from the Central Government, State Governments, Union Territories, autonomous or statutory organizations, PSUs, Universities, or Recognized Research Institutions must meet the following qualifications:

Essential Educational Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Social Sciences or relevant areas from a recognized University or equivalent.
• An eminent scholar with a good publication record.

Essential Deputation Criteria

Officers of the Central Government, State Government, Union Territories, autonomous or statutory organizations, PSUs, University, or Recognized Research Institution fulfilling any of the following service conditions:

• Holding analogous posts on a regular basis in the parent cadre or department; or
• With five years of service rendered after appointment to the post on a regular basis in PB-3 Rs. 15,600-39,100 + GP Rs. 5,400/- or equivalent in the parent cadre or department; or
• With six years of service rendered after appointment to the post on a regular basis in the Pay Band-2 Rs. 9,300-34,800 and Grade Pay Rs. 4,800/- or equivalent in the parent cadre or department; and
• Possessing qualification and experience in labour-related research, training, teaching, education project coordination, and management.

Desirable Qualifications

• Proven ability in different areas of pedagogic analysis.
• Proven capacity in creating labour information on/skills sets.
• Research papers in reputed journals and/or major national and/or international seminars.
• Proven record of organizing/coordinating research teams.

How to Apply for VVGNLI Fellow

1. Prepare a complete Curriculum Vitae.
2. Attach attested copies of supporting documents, certificates, and copies of your publications.
3. Subscribe the cover with “Application for the post of Fellow on Deputation”.
4. Forward the application by post to The Director General, V. V. Giri National Labour Institute, Sector – 24, P.O. Box No. 68, Noida – 201301 (U.P.).
5. Ensure the application reaches on or before 15.11.2026.

Selection and Interview

The Institute will evolve the criteria for shortlisting candidates. The Curriculum Vitae duly supported by documents submitted by candidates will be assessed by the Selection Committee at the time of selection for the post.

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