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Shortlisted Candidates the Post of Project Ass

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Shortlisted Candidates the Post of Project Ass administered by IISERBPR Authority (Maharashtra).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: IISERBPR Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 18,000 - 19,900 (Level-1) Cutoff Date: 2027-07-31 Posting Jurisdiction: Maharashtra

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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. 18,000 - 19,900 (Level-1)	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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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Revised List of Eligible Or Ineligible Candidates	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Applications Are Invited Under the Project Titled	1 Openings	Rs. 19,900 - 21,700 (Level-2)	2023-10-16
Engagement As Consultant Hindi Translator	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Engagement As Consultants Visitors Experience and Social Media	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	20-05-2024

Active Procurement Tenders by IISERBPR

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Due Date for Opening of This TENDER Is Extended Upto	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Due Date for Submission of Bid Extended to 14 00 Hrs Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Due Date for Submission of Bid Extended Up to 16 00hrs Ist Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
E NIT 10 of 01 2023 24 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-07-03

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Shortlisted Candidates the Post of Project Ass?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 18,000 - 19,900 (Level-1) 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 2027-07-31. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from IISERBPR Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official IISER Berhampur recruitment portal to initiate registration by providing a valid email and mobile number to generate unique login credentials for the online application system.

Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) by entering personal details and educational qualifications, ensuring all data matches the matriculation certificate to avoid disqualification during the document verification stage.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including a recent passport-sized photograph, signature, and relevant category certificates in the prescribed JPEG or PDF format as per the specified size limits.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to remit the application fee using Net Banking or UPI, ensuring the transaction status is marked as successful before the final submission of the form.

Download and print the system-generated application confirmation and monitor the recruitment portal for the release of the e-Admit Card, which is mandatory for appearing in the selection process.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Shortlisted Candidates the Post of Project Ass 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: Computer Based Screening Test	100 Marks / 90 Minutes	General Intelligence, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language Proficiency, and Current Affairs.
Stage 2: Domain Knowledge Assessment	100 Marks / 120 Minutes	Project-specific technical subjects, Laboratory Safety Protocols, Research Methodology, and Basic Scientific Instrumentation.
Stage 3: Skill Test / Personal Interview	Qualifying Nature	Practical demonstration of technical skills, communication ability, and subject matter expertise related to the specific project requirements.
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical	Final Clearance	Verification of original academic transcripts, caste certificates, experience letters, and fitness certification by a Civil Surgeon.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Project Assistant position at IISER Berhampur is typically aligned with the 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 5, though some project-specific roles may offer a consolidated stipend as per DST/CSIR norms. For a Level 5 cadre, the entry-level Basic Pay is INR 29,200. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) recently hiked to 53%, the DA component adds INR 15,476. House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Berhampur, classified as a Y/Z category city, is calculated at 18% or 9%; at 18%, this amounts to INR 5,256. Transport Allowance (TA) is approximately INR 3,600 plus the DA on TA. The resulting Gross Monthly Salary is estimated at INR 54,000. After mandatory deductions including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution (10% of Basic + DA, approx. INR 4,468) and Professional Tax, the net In-hand Salary is approximately INR 49,000. The upcoming 8th CPC is expected to further enhance this via a revised fitment factor.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, IISER Berhampur adheres to the statutory reservation policy for all recruitments. This includes a 5-year age relaxation for SC/ST candidates and a 3-year relaxation for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) applicants. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are entitled to a 10-year age relaxation. A 10% vertical reservation is maintained for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) subject to income and asset certification. Additionally, women candidates and internal project staff are often granted exemptions from application fees to promote gender diversity and career progression.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Shortlisted Candidates the Post of

What is the expected cutoff for the screening test?

The cutoff is determined by the total number of applicants and the difficulty level, usually ranging between 65% to 75% for the Unreserved category.

Is there a normalization process for the marks?

Yes, if the examination is conducted across multiple shifts, the equi-percentile normalization method is applied to ensure parity among candidates.

Does this post involve a mandatory service bond?

Typically, project-based roles do not require a long-term bond, but a standard one-month notice period is mandatory for resignation.

What is the duration of the probation period?

For regularized or long-term project staff, the probation period is generally one year, during which performance is closely monitored.

Will the syllabus focus more on theory or practical knowledge?

The syllabus is a balanced mix, with 40% focused on general aptitude and 60% on domain-specific practical and technical knowledge.

Where will the primary posting location be?

The primary posting is at the IISER Berhampur permanent campus, though field-specific projects may require travel to designated research sites.