The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Government of India, has released the official notification for the Vice Chancellor (VC) position at the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Public Service and Innovation (AIPSI) in the Republic of Mauritius. The post is open to eminent academicians, senior administrators, and public sector executives with a proven track record in academic leadership or public policy. Eligible Indian nationals can apply via email by 30th January 2026 under the ITEC deputation scheme of MEA.
MEA Vice Chancellor Recruitment 2026 Overview
This table provides a comprehensive summary of this Ministry of External Affairs job.
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Organization |
Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) / AIPSI Mauritius |
Position |
Vice Chancellor (VC) |
Location |
Reduit (Minissy), Moka, Republic of Mauritius |
Recruitment Mode |
Deputation / ITEC Expert |
Duration |
3 Years (or as mutually decided) |
Rank Equivalence |
Joint Secretary to Govt. of India |
Application Deadline |
30th January 2026 (17:30 hrs) |
Application Mode |
Email (itec2@mea.gov.in) |
About the Role and AIPSI
The Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Public Service and Innovation (AIPSI), formerly known as the Civil Service College, Mauritius, is a premier institution dedicated to training public officers and fostering innovation in governance. Located in Reduit (Minissy), Moka, the institute was jointly inaugurated by the Governments of India and Mauritius.
The Vice Chancellor will serve as the academic and administrative head, responsible for scaling the institute’s training programs to international standards and establishing it as an awarding body. This is a prestigious Indian government international assignment job implemented through the ITEC scheme (Indian Technical & Economic Cooperation) as an ITEC Expert.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
As the Vice Chancellor, the selected candidate will steer the strategic vision of AIPSI. Key responsibilities include:
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Strategic Leadership: Developing and implementing policies for capacity building and human resource development in the public sector.
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Academic Oversight: Ensuring the quality of training programs and curricula meets international standards.
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Institutional Growth: Transforming AIPSI into a recognized awarding body for degrees and diplomas.
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Bilateral Cooperation: Acting as a bridge between Indian and Mauritian administrative training institutes to foster knowledge exchange.
Required Qualifications and Eligibility
To be eligible for this MEA deputation opportunity, candidates must meet strict criteria:
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Experience: A minimum of 10 years of experience in one of the following roles:
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Professor in a higher education institution.
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Senior level in a reputed research or academic administrative organization.
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Senior level in industry, public administration, or Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs).
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Track Record: Proven track record of academic or scholarly contributions is essential.
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Age Limit: The candidate should not be more than 65 years of age as on the closing date of the application.
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Nationality: Only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply.
Salary and Benefits
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Remuneration: The selected candidate will be governed by the rules of the ITEC Expert scheme. The rank is equivalent to a Joint Secretary to the Government of India, ensuring a high-level pay scale and diplomatic status benefits.
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Allowances: Being an international assignment, benefits typically include:
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Overseas allowance.
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Furnished accommodation provided by the host government (Mauritius).
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Medical facilities and air travel as per ITEC norms.
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How to Apply for AIPSI Mauritius Vice Chancellor Recruitment 2026
The application process is entirely via email. Follow these steps carefully:
Application Deadline: 30th January 2026 (17:30 hrs IST)
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Prepare Application: Create a comprehensive CV/Bio-data highlighting your academic leadership and administrative experience.
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Email Submission: Send your application to the following email addresses:
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To: itec2@mea.gov.in and itec3@mea.gov.in
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CC: usdp1@mea.gov.i
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Subject Line: Ensure the email subject is: “Application for the post of VC, AIPSI Mauritius – [Name of the Individual]”.
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Documents: Attach all supporting documents (experience certificates, educational proofs) in the prescribed format (check Annexure in official PDF).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Is this a permanent job with the Government of Mauritius?
No, this is a deputation assignment for a duration of 3 years, implemented by the Government of India under the ITEC scheme.
2. Who can apply?
Indian nationals who are eminent academicians, professors with 10+ years of experience, or senior public sector executives can apply.
3. What is the upper age limit?
Candidates must be under 65 years of age as of January 30, 2026.
