NITI Aayog Opens Five Senior-Level Economists Positions

NITI Aayog, India’s premier policy think tank, has recently announced the opening of five high‑profile vacancies — including one for Chief Economist and four for Senior Lead Adviser / Lead Adviser (Economics) roles. The initiative marks a key push to attract top-tier economic talent to shape national policy.

📅 Application Deadlines & Salary Structure

• Chief Economist: 1 vacancy, application deadline August 10, 2025 (5 PM IST)  
• Senior Lead Adviser / Lead Adviser: 4 combined vacancies, deadline August 25, 2025 (5 PM IST)  

Salary Ranges

• Chief Economist and Senior Lead Adviser: up to ₹3,30,000/month (Pay Level 15, ₹1,82,200–2,24,100)
• Lead Adviser: up to ₹2,65,000/month (Pay Level 14, ₹1,44,200–2,18,200

🎯 Role Profiles & Eligibility Criteria

Chief Economist

• Education: Master’s in Economics + PhD in Economics
• Age: 40–55 years
• Experience: ≥18 years of policy formulation, project appraisal, research, monitoring or implementation. (PhD years up to maximum 3 years count toward experience)
• Desirable: 15+ years in macroeconomics, fiscal policy, finance; senior leadership in think tanks, government, academia, or finance; strong publication record with policy relevance.

Senior Lead Adviser / Lead Adviser

• Education (Essential): Master’s degree (any discipline), MBBS, Engineering, or 2‑year PG Diploma in Management
• Desirable: Doctorate or engineering master’s
• Age & Experience:
  • Senior Lead: Age 40–52, 18 years of experience
  • Lead Adviser: Age 35–50, 15 years of experience

📌 Why This Matters

• High Visibility Impact: Selected candidates will contribute to critical economic policy-making and evaluation across sectors.
• Prestigious Affiliation: Work alongside senior officials and experts to influence national strategy.
• Transparent Process: Open recruitment via the official portal — no hidden quotas or internal placements.

📝 Application Tips & Portal Access

1. Visit: NITI Aayog’s official recruitment portal at workforindia.niti.gov.in.
2. Register: Set up a profile or resource pool account to receive notifications.
3. Submit: Apply with required documents well before deadlines (August 10 & August 25, 2025).
4. Follow up: Ensure all qualifications are final (no ongoing degrees), as internships or concurrent study periods aren’t counted.

✅ Summary Table

Post	Vacancies	Deadline	Pay Scale / Salary	Eligibility Highlights
Chief Economist	1	Aug 10, 2025	Level 15 – up to ₹3.3 L	Master’s + PhD in Economics, 18+ yrs experience
Senior Lead Adviser	(Combined)	Aug 25, 2025	Level 15 – up to ₹3.3 L	Experienced professionals, any discipline, 18 yrs
Lead Adviser		Aug 25, 2025	Level 14 – up to ₹2.65 L	Any discipline master’s, 15 yrs experience

✅ Final Thoughts

This five‑position recruitment drive by NITI Aayog offers a rare chance for seasoned economists and policy professionals to lead from the front. With deadlines fast approaching—Aug 10 & Aug 25, 2025—aspirants should act now. Check eligibility carefully and submit applications through the official portal to be considered.