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Guest Coaches Engagement

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Guest Coaches Engagement administered by IITI Authority (Nagaland).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: IITI Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: Nagaland

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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. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	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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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
E NIT 17 of 09 2022 23 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
E NIT 21 of 12 2022 23 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
E NIT 11 of 07 2022 23 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
E NIT 13 of 02 2021 22 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Guest Coaches Engagement?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) 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 2026-09-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from IITI Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official IITI recruitment portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing a valid email, mobile number, and basic personal details to generate unique login credentials.

Log in to fill the detailed application form, specifying the coaching discipline, academic qualifications, and coaching certifications like NSNIS diploma or equivalent sports achievements.

Upload scanned high-resolution copies of essential documents, including educational certificates, sports achievements, experience certificates, and category certificates, strictly adhering to the specified file size and format limits.

Proceed to the secure online payment gateway to pay the non-refundable application fee using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to download the payment receipt.

Submit the finalized application form, download the generated confirmation page for future reference, and monitor the portal for the release of the screening shortlist and call letters.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Guest Coaches Engagement 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: Preliminary Screening of Credentials	Shortlisting based on merit and experience (No written exam)	Evaluation of NSNIS Diploma, National/International Sports Representation, Years of Active Coaching Experience, Academic Qualifications in Physical Education
Stage 2: Practical Coaching Demonstration	100 Marks / 45 Minutes	On-field Coaching Methodology, Drill Designing and Execution, Athlete Warm-up and Injury Prevention Protocols, Sports-specific Tactical Formations
Stage 3: Personal Interview	50 Marks / 20 Minutes	Communication and Mentorship Skills, Knowledge of Latest Rules of the Sport, Sports Psychology and Motivation, Dietary and Nutrition Planning for Athletes
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Fitness	Qualifying / Non-Graded	Verification of Original Certificates, Identity Verification via Aadhaar/PAN, Medical Fitness Certificate from Authorized Medical Officer, Character and Antecedents Verification

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The engagement of Guest Coaches by the IITI Authority is benchmarked against the 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 6 (equivalent to Physical Training Instructors). The entry basic pay is Rs. 35,400. With Dearness Allowance (DA) calculated at the current rate of 53% (Rs. 18,762), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Y cities like Indore at 20% (Rs. 7,080), and Transport Allowance (TA) set at Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (totaling Rs. 5,508), the Gross Monthly Salary amounts to approximately Rs. 66,750. After statutory deductions including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% on Basic plus DA (Rs. 5,416) and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 60,500. This structured compensation ensures parity with regular central government technical and athletic coaching cadres.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) official Office Memorandums, the recruitment enforces statutory reservation guidelines. Age relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A vertical reservation of 10% is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in line with central government directives, women candidates are exempted from paying the application fee to promote gender diversity in sports coaching and administration across premier technical institutes.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Guest Coaches Engagement

What is the minimum qualification required for the Guest Coach position?

Candidates must possess a Diploma in Coaching from NSNIS Patiala or an equivalent recognized institute, or have represented the country at international levels with a degree in Physical Education.

Is there a service bond or minimum commitment period for this engagement?

No service bond is required, but selected Guest Coaches are expected to commit to a minimum engagement period of one academic semester or one year, extendable based on performance.

How is the final merit list prepared for Guest Coaches?

The final merit list is prepared based on a weighted score combining the practical coaching demonstration (60% weightage) and the personal interview (40% weightage), subject to clearing document verification.

What is the probation or evaluation period for the selected coaches?

Since this is a guest engagement, there is no formal probation period, but a performance review is conducted at the end of the first three months to decide on continuation.

Where will the selected Guest Coaches be posted?

All selected coaches will be posted at the sports facilities and gymkhana of the Indian Institute of Technology Indore (IITI) campus.

Are there any provisions for travel allowance for attending the practical demo?

No travel allowance or daily allowance (TA/DA) will be provided for attending the practical demonstration or the personal interview stages of the selection process.