Applications are being invited by NIFT Foundation for Design Innovation (NFDI) for 1 Chief Executive Officer (CEO) vacancy on a contract basis in NCR under its 2026 recruitment. Applicants must hold a minimum Post Graduate degree preferably in Design/Technology/Management, receive a consolidated pay of Rs. 2,50,000 per month, and be ready to work full time for the NFDI. Eligible candidates must fill out the prescribed application format from the advertisement, attach a CV, Statement of Purpose within 500 words, and two references, and submit applications via email on or before 30 October 2026. The selection process consists of application screening followed by an interview or test.
NFDI Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Overview
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Organisation
NIFT Foundation for Design Innovation (NFDI)
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Post Name(s)
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Total Vacancies
1
Pay
INR 2,50,000/- per month (Consolidated) with 5% annual increment
Minimum Post Graduate degree preferably in Design/Technology/Management with extensive experience in Business administration (minimum ten years of relevant experience) who is ready to work full time for the NFDI.
Other Eligibility Conditions
Takes up NFDI roles and responsibilities as a challenge and an opportunity to create a new system and successful model for design incubation in the identified areas, with the potential to become a trendsetter for the country.
Strong networking and interpersonal skills.
Proven leadership and motivational capability.
Prior experience in facilitating business development, mentoring start-ups or undertaking strategic responsibilities in a start-up or incubation eco system.
NFDI Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Age Limit
The upper age limit is not more than 55 years.
Age Relaxation
Category
Relaxation
Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe (SC/ST)
5 years
Other Backward Classes (OBC)
3 years
Persons with Disabilities (PWD)
10 years
NFDI Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Salary
Post
Pay Level / Pay
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
INR 2,50,000/- per month (Consolidated). The annual increment is to be 5 per cent per year.
The notification does not mention any application fee.
How to Apply for NFDI Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Download the official notification PDF and application format from the link below.
Fill out all required details in the prescribed application format.
Prepare a detailed CV and a Statement of Purpose within 500 words.
Gather self-attested copies of all educational certificates/degrees and work experience certificates.
Arrange two (2) references familiar with your recent work along with their contact details.
Ensure you have obtained a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your current employer if applicable.
Submit the filled application form along with all required attachments via email to [email protected] on or before 30.10.2026.
Documents Required
Completed prescribed application format
Detailed CV
Statement of Purpose (within 500 words)
Self-attested copies of educational certificates/degrees (starting from secondary education)
Self-attested work experience certificates
NOC from current employer (if applicable)
NFDI Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Important Instructions
Candidates belonging to already employed categories must produce a no objection certificate to attend the interview/test if called, and relieving order at the time of joining NFDI if selected.
Applications must include a CV, Statement of Purpose within 500 words, and two (2) references.
The position is on a contract basis for 3 years, with the possibility of extension based on performance.
Reservations apply as per Govt. of India norms.
Applications must be submitted in the prescribed format to the specified email address.
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