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Shortlisted Candidates Jrf Selection Interview

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Shortlisted Candidates Jrf Selection Interview administered by EPI Authority (Delhi).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: EPI Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 20-07-2025 Posting Jurisdiction: Delhi

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Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA)

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Shortlisted Candidates Jrf Selection Interview?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 20-07-2025. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from EPI Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain epi.gov.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Online Registration & OTR: Access the designated official recruitment portal of EPI Authority to generate or log into your One-Time Registration (OTR) profile using an authenticated mobile number and Aadhaar verification.

Cadre Application Form: Select the notification for Shortlisted Candidates Jrf Selection Interview, complete all mandatory personal, educational, and service history fields, and cross-check category reservation options.

Document Uploading: Upload clear, scanned copies of matriculation birth proof, qualifying degree certificates, caste/EWS validation certificates, signature, and passport photograph matching prescribed resolution dimensions.

Fee Remittance & Final Review: Process the prescribed application fee through the integrated SBI e-Pay / net banking payment gateway and verify the zero-fee concession if applying under SC/ST/PwBD/Female categories.

Submission & Admit Card Tracking: Download the computer-generated acknowledgment confirmation page with barcode and retain your registration number for computer-based examination admit card release.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Shortlisted Candidates Jrf Selection Interview is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam Paper	Weightage & Duration	Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: CBT Written Screening	100 Marks (120 Mins)	General Intelligence & Reasoning, Numerical Aptitude, General Awareness & Current Affairs, and English/Hindi Language Comprehension.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	100 Marks (120 Mins)	Comprehensive evaluation of subject-matter core concepts, statutory regulations, and technical job competencies applicable to Shortlisted Candidates Jrf Selection Interview.
Stage 3: Document Verification & Scrutiny	Qualifying Benchmark	Scrutiny of original educational marksheets, recognized university degree certificates, category credentials, and practical skill verification where prescribed.
Stage 4: Medical Examination & Final Merit	Merit List Ranking	Compilation of category-wise merit ranks based strictly on aggregate score in written/domain papers subject to fitness standards under EPI Authority.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Under the Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) guidelines and prospective 8th CPC framework, appointments under EPI Authority for the post of Shortlisted Candidates Jrf Selection Interview are governed by standard statutory pay matrix levels. The compensation package includes an entry basic pay corresponding to the sanctioned grade, supplemented by Dearness Allowance (DA) calculated at the prevailing central rate of 53%, House Rent Allowance (HRA) categorized by posting classification (Class X at 30%, Class Y at 20%, and Class Z at 10%), Transport Allowance (TA) with applicable DA adjustments, and government-contributed National Pension System (NPS) Tier-1 coverage (14% employer matching). Net take-home salary is computed after mandatory statutory deductions including NPS subscription (10% of Basic + DA), Central Government Employees Group Insurance Scheme (CGEGIS), and professional tax.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Reservation and age relaxation covenants for Shortlisted Candidates Jrf Selection Interview under EPI Authority strictly comply with Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memoranda. Upper age relaxations apply: SC/ST candidates receive up to 5 years, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates receive up to 3 years, and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive 10 years (expandable up to 15 years for SC/ST PwBD). Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) receive 10% vertical reservation subject to valid Income and Asset Certificate verification issued by authorized revenue authorities. Ex-Servicemen benefit from statutory military service deduction provisions.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Shortlisted Candidates Jrf Selectio

What is the probation period and service bond requirement for Shortlisted Candidates Jrf Selection Interview at EPI Authority?

Selected candidates typically undergo a mandatory 2-year probationary period during which conduct and performance metrics are monitored. Service bond obligations, where applicable, mandate minimum service tenures or reimbursement of specialized training costs as notified in the gazette.

What is the official syllabus and exam scheme for Shortlisted Candidates Jrf Selection Interview?

The examination scheme comprises objective computer-based multiple choice papers covering general mental ability, quantitative aptitude, language proficiency, and cadre-specific professional domain expertise.

How is the final merit list calculated for Shortlisted Candidates Jrf Selection Interview?

The final merit list is compiled based on normalized scores achieved in the Computer Based Examination, subject to satisfying the minimum qualifying cutoff marks per tier and clearing document verification.

Are candidates from other states eligible to apply for Shortlisted Candidates Jrf Selection Interview under EPI Authority?

Yes, citizens of India satisfying the educational and age requirements are eligible. However, reservation benefits (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) for state-specific cadres apply according to domicile guidelines, whereas central posts offer nationwide reservation compliance.

What are the allowances provided in addition to basic pay for Shortlisted Candidates Jrf Selection Interview?

In addition to basic pay, employees receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), Children Education Allowance (CEA), and Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) medical coverage.

What happens if there is an error in the online application form for Shortlisted Candidates Jrf Selection Interview?

Most recruiting agencies open a dedicated 2-to-3 day application correction window post-registration deadline. Candidates can modify specific non-critical fields by paying the nominal correction fee prescribed in the notification.