NVS Vigyan Jyoti Phase-VII Recruitment 2026-27: Project Scientist-I & Accountant
Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti | Vigyan Jyoti Section
Apply via email — Annexure-I format required
What Is This Recruitment About?
Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) has invited applications for the engagement of Project Staff for Vigyan Jyoti Phase-VII (2026-27) — a science outreach/STEM initiative. Two posts are open: Project Scientist-I and Accountant, both on contract basis. Successful candidates will work with the Project Office, Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti, Noida, or any other assigned location.
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in science outreach programs and project management.
Post Details
| S.No. | Position | Essential Qualification | Upper Age Limit | Remuneration |
| 1 | Project Scientist-I (1 Post) | Doctoral Degree in Science, or Master's Degree in Engineering or Technology, from a recognized University or equivalent | 40 years | ₹56,000 + HRA |
| 2 | Accountant (1 Post) | B.Com from any recognized university. Desirable: 3 years' experience in Account work in a Government/Semi-Government Autonomous Organization | 35 years | ₹40,000 (Consolidated) |
Engagement Terms
- Project staff will be engaged for a period of one year on contract, or co-terminous with the project — whichever is earlier.
- Posting will be at the Project Office, Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti, Noida, or any other location assigned by NVS.
- Preference given to candidates with prior experience in science outreach programs and project management.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible applicants must submit their application in the format given at Annexure-I to the Project Coordinator, Vigyan Jyoti, NVS, Noida, via email at:
Email: vigyanjyotinvs@gmail.com
Last Date: 10th August 2026
Annexure-I: Application Form Format
Applications must be submitted using the following prescribed format — recreate these exact fields in your application:
Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti: Vigyan Jyoti Project
Application for the Post of Project Scientist-I/Accountant
- Application for the Post: ___________
- Name of the Applicant: ___________
- Father/Husband Name: ___________
- Category (General/SC/ST/OBC): ___________
- Date of Birth: ___________
- Age as on 01.08.2026: ___________
- Aadhaar No.: ___________
- Address for Correspondence: ___________
- Contact No. (Mob): ___________
- Email ID: ___________
11. Educational Qualification (in chronological order from Senior Secondary/Class-XII onwards; copies of supporting documents to be enclosed) — a table with the following columns:
- S.No.
- Examination Passed
- Year of Passing
- Board/University
- Subject Taken
- % of Marks Obtained (up to 2 decimal points)
12. Experience (in chronological order; documentary evidence to be enclosed) — a table with the following columns:
- S.No.
- Post Held
- Organization
- Period (From – To)
- Nature of Duties
- Remarks
Declaration (to be signed by the candidate):
"I solemnly declare the statements and details given above in the application form are correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. In case any of the details in the application form are found false at a later stage, my candidature/engagement may be cancelled/withdrawn."
The form must carry: Date, Signature of the Candidate, and a latest passport-size photograph affixed.
Important Dates
| Age Reckoning Date | 01 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (via Email) | 10 August 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is Vigyan Jyoti?
Vigyan Jyoti is a science outreach initiative run by NVS — this notice covers engagement of project staff for its Phase-VII (2026-27) cycle.
Q2. What is the qualification required for Project Scientist-I?
A Doctoral Degree in Science, or a Master's Degree in Engineering or Technology, from a recognized University or equivalent.
Q3. What is the qualification required for Accountant?
B.Com from any recognized university. Three years' experience in Account work in a Government/Semi-Government Autonomous Organization is desirable, though not stated as mandatory.
Q4. What is the remuneration for these posts?
₹56,000 + HRA for Project Scientist-I; ₹40,000 (Consolidated) for Accountant.
Q5. Is this a permanent position?
No — engagement is for one year on contract, or co-terminous with the project (whichever ends earlier).
Q6. Where will the selected candidates be posted?
At the Project Office, Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti, Noida, or any other location assigned by NVS.
Q7. How do I apply — is there an online portal?
No online portal is mentioned. Applications must be submitted in the Annexure-I format via email to vigyanjyotinvs@gmail.com, addressed to the Project Coordinator, Vigyan Jyoti, NVS, Noida.
Q8. What is the upper age limit?
40 years for Project Scientist-I; 35 years for Accountant — both as on 01.08.2026.
Q9. Is prior experience mandatory?
Not explicitly mandatory for either post per the essential qualification column, though preference is given to candidates with experience in science outreach programs and project management (for both posts), and the 3 years' account-work experience is listed as desirable specifically for the Accountant post.
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