Recruitment Notification: National Institute for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (ni-msme) Vacancies 2024

The National Institute for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (ni-msme), a premier organization under the Ministry of MSME, Government of India, has released a vacancy circular for the recruitment of Director, Faculty Member, and Associate Faculty Member positions. These posts offer excellent opportunities for experienced professionals seeking to contribute to the development and growth of the MSME sector.

Key Highlights:

• Total Vacancies: 12 posts
• Positions Available: Director, Faculty Member, Associate Faculty Member
• Application Mode: By Post (Hard Copy)
• Last Date to Apply: 25th September 2024
• Application Fee: ₹1,000 (via Demand Draft)

Available Positions

1. Director (By Deputation Including Short-Term Contract)

• Vacancies: 4
• Pay Scale: 7th CPC Level 12 (₹78,800 – ₹2,09,200)
• Method of Recruitment: Deputation including Short-Term Contract
• Educational Qualification:
  • Essential: Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Behavioral Science, Business Administration, any branch of Science (including Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning), Social Sciences, Economics, Commerce, Engineering, Technology, or a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration.
  • Desirable: Doctorate in a discipline relevant to Entrepreneurship Development, such as Behavioral Science, Management, Business Administration, Social Sciences, Computer Sciences, Engineering, or Technology from a reputed institution.
• Experience:
  • Officers from Central/State Government, Union Territories, PSUs, Autonomous Bodies, Universities, or similar organizations.
  • Must be holding posts in Level 12 of the Pay Matrix or have:
    • 5 years of service in Level 11 of the Pay Matrix, or
    • 7 years of service in Level 10, or
    • 8 years of service in Level 9.
  • Exposure to core areas such as industry, teaching, research, consultancy, or MSME Sector is required.
• Job Description:
  • Preparation and management of income-generating projects through business development with various government and private organizations.
  • Development and conduct of Entrepreneurship Development Programs (EDP) and Management Development Programs (MDP).
  • Preparation of research proposals and publication focusing on MSME-related policy documents.
  • Organizing national and international seminars and conferences.
  • Revenue generation and guiding academic/administrative teams.

2. Faculty Member (By Deputation Including Short-Term Contract)

• Vacancies: 5
• Pay Scale: 7th CPC Level 11 (₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700)
• Method of Recruitment: Deputation including Short-Term Contract
• Educational Qualification:
  • Essential: Master’s degree in Behavioral Science, Business Administration, any branch of Science (including Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning), Social Sciences, Economics, Commerce, Engineering, Technology, or a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration.
  • Desirable: Doctorate in a discipline relevant to Entrepreneurship Development, such as Behavioral Science, Social Sciences, Business Administration, Computer Sciences, Engineering, or Technology.
• Experience:
  • Officers from Central/State Government, Union Territories, PSUs, Autonomous Bodies, Universities, or recognized research/training institutes.
  • Must be holding posts in Level 11 of the Pay Matrix or have:
    • 5 years of service in Level 10, or
    • 7 years of service in Level 9, or
    • 8 years of service in Level 8.
  • Experience in core activities such as industry, teaching, research, consultancy, or MSME Sector.
• Job Description:
  • Development and execution of EDP/MDP programs.
  • Business development through liaison with government organizations, autonomous bodies, PSUs, private sector units, industry associations, and NGOs.
  • Teaching and training in international and sponsored programs.
  • Revenue generation through consultancy projects.
  • Publication and documentation related to MSME sector.
  • Other academic and administrative duties as assigned by the competent authority.

3. Associate Faculty Member (Direct Recruitment Including Short-Term Contract)

• Vacancies: 3
• Pay Scale: 7th CPC Level 10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500)
• Method of Recruitment: Direct Recruitment including Short-Term Contract
• Age Limit: Not exceeding 35 years
• Educational Qualification:
  • Essential: Master’s degree in Behavioral Science, Business Administration, any branch of Science (including Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning), Social Sciences, Economics, Commerce, Engineering, Technology, or a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration.
  • Desirable: Preference will be given to candidates with a doctorate or those in the final stages of doctoral research.
• Experience:
  • At least 2 years of experience in MSME-related institutions or research projects with relevant publications.
• Job Description:
  • Conceiving and conducting EDP/MDP programs.
  • Business development through liaison with government ministries, autonomous bodies, PSUs, and private sector units.
  • Teaching and training in national and international programs.
  • Revenue generation and handling administrative tasks as assigned.

Important Instructions for Applicants

1. Eligibility: Ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria for the post in terms of education, experience, and other factors.
2. Application Process: Submit a hard copy of the application in the prescribed format along with self-attested copies of required certificates (age, qualifications, experience). Applications must be sent to The Administrative & Accounts Officer, ni-msme, Yousufguda, Hyderabad – 500045.
3. Application Fee: Non-refundable fee of ₹1,000 must be paid via Demand Draft drawn in favor of “National Institute for MSME, payable at Hyderabad.”
4. Last Date: The deadline for submitting applications is 25th September 2024, 5:00 PM. Ensure that your application reaches the institute on time as no postal delays will be entertained.
5. Envelope Superscription: Clearly mention the post applied for on the envelope containing the application.
6. NOC Requirement: Candidates employed in Government/Semi-Government organizations or Autonomous Bodies must submit their applications through the proper channel along with a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer. Failure to provide the NOC will result in the application being rejected. The endorsement of the competent authority should be included with the application, failing which the application will be treated as invalid.

Selection Process

• Candidates will be shortlisted based on eligibility and merit.
• Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the selection procedure via email.
• The decision of ni-msme will be final, and no correspondence will be entertained regarding the selection process.

For more details and updates regarding this recruitment, applicants are advised to regularly check the official ni-msme website: www.nimsme.gov.in.