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Absent Candidate in Interview

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Absent Candidate in Interview administered by IITM Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: IITM Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 20-02-2026 Posting Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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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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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Jrf and Project Lead Recruitment Und	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Call Written Test Interview the Assistant Regi	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2024-03-17
Promotion of Group D Employees to the Post of LDC Pdf	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-06-09
Absent and Not Elegble Candidate in Interview Cgpsc Staff 2011	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2022-11-15

Active Procurement Tenders by IITM

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
E NIT 01 of 04 2024 25 Dated Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
E NIT 03 of 09 2025 26 Dated Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
E NIT 14 of 08 2022 23 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
E NIT 18 of 02 2023 24 Dated 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 Absent Candidate in 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 20-02-2026. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from IITM Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Candidates must visit the official IITM recruitment portal, click on the active registration link, and complete the One Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal and contact details.

Log in with the generated credentials to fill out the detailed application form, ensuring accurate entry of academic qualifications, professional experience, and preferred examination centers.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificate, degree transcripts, category certificates, and a recent passport-sized photograph with signature in the prescribed format and size.

Proceed to the secure payment gateway to pay the non-refundable application fee using net banking, credit/debit card, or UPI, and download the generated transaction receipt.

After successful verification of applications, download the admit card from the portal during the designated window, which contains the exam date, venue, and mandatory instructions.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Absent Candidate in 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: Computer Based Screening Test	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, and General Awareness.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	120 Marks, 150 Minutes	Advanced Meteorology, Atmospheric Sciences, Data Analysis, and Instrumentation Technology.
Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical	Qualifying, 1 Day	Verification of original academic and category certificates, followed by a comprehensive medical fitness examination.
Stage 4: Merit List & Interview	50 Marks, 45 Minutes	Evaluation of technical competence, research aptitude, and communication skills; final selection is based on cumulative performance.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for the Technical Officer and Scientist cadre under the IITM Authority, which includes provisions for evaluating the status of an Absent Candidate in Interview, is mapped to Level 10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. This level features an entry basic pay of INR 56,100. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) calibrated at 53% (INR 29,733), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% (INR 16,830), and Transport Allowance (TA) set at INR 7,200 plus DA thereon (INR 11,016), the Gross Monthly Salary reaches approximately INR 1,13,679. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% (Basic + DA) amounting to INR 8,583 and Professional Tax/CGHS deductions, the estimated in-hand net monthly salary stands at approximately INR 1,03,500. This structure is subject to revision under the upcoming 8th Central Pay Commission guidelines.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, the IITM Authority strictly implements the statutory reservation policy. This includes a 10% vertical reservation for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) and standard quotas for SC, ST, and OBC categories. Age relaxations are granted up to 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Furthermore, in line with central government mandates, women candidates are fully exempted from paying the application fee to promote gender diversity in public employment.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Absent Candidate in Interview

What happens if a candidate is absent on the scheduled interview date?

If a candidate is absent, they are marked as 'Absent'. No second chance or re-scheduling is permitted under IITM Authority rules, unless under extreme medical emergencies supported by government hospital certificates approved by the Director.

Is there a provision for normalization of marks in the screening test?

Yes, if the Computer Based Screening Test is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard multi-shift normalization formula approved by DoPT is applied to ensure equity among candidates.

What is the probation period for selected candidates at IITM?

Selected candidates undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and adaptability to the research environment are closely monitored before confirmation.

Are there any service bonds required to be executed upon joining?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service bond to serve the IITM Authority for a minimum period of three years, or refund three months' salary in lieu thereof.

Where will the final posting of the selected candidates be?

The primary posting will be at the IITM headquarters in Pune, but candidates may be deployed to any of its field stations or observational centers across India.

What is the syllabus for the domain-specific paper?

The domain syllabus covers atmospheric dynamics, physical meteorology, computer programming (Python/Fortran), statistical methods, and climate change modeling relevant to IITM's research mandate.