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Ab Ub Group in Meghalaya Police

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Ab Ub Group in Meghalaya Police administered by IITMANDI Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: IITMANDI Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-07-24 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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The Post of Junior Research Fell	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
E NIT 12 of 07 2022 23 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
E NIT 04 of 07 2023 24 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
E NIT 07 of 06 2022 23 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
E NIT 07 of 8 2021 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 Ab Ub Group in Meghalaya Police?

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 2026-07-24. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from IITMANDI Authority?

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official IIT Mandi recruitment portal, navigate to the Meghalaya Police AB/UB registration link, and complete the One-Time Registration by providing basic personal details.

Log in with generated credentials to fill out the detailed application form, ensuring accurate entry of educational qualifications, category status, and preferred exam center locations.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificate, caste certificate, passport-sized photograph, and signature, strictly adhering to the specified file size and format guidelines.

Remit the application fee online using integrated payment gateways via net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the generated fee receipt for future reference.

Monitor the portal for the release of the admit card, download it upon publication, and print a clear copy to present at the designated examination venue.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Ab Ub Group in Meghalaya Police 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: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Measurement Test (PMT)	Qualifying / Graded (100 Marks)	Height and chest measurements, 5 km run for male candidates within 24 minutes, and 3 km run for female candidates within 19 minutes.
Stage 2: Written Examination (OMR/CBT)	300 Marks / 180 Minutes	General English, Elementary Mathematics, Reasoning Ability, General Knowledge, Current Affairs, and Geography/History of Meghalaya and Northeast India.
Stage 3: Interview and Personality Test	50 Marks / 30 Minutes	Communication skills, general awareness, psychological suitability for police duties, leadership traits, and basic knowledge of local administrative structures.
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying Only	Verification of original academic, caste, and domicile certificates, followed by a comprehensive medical fitness test conducted by a government medical board.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Armed Branch (AB) and Unarmed Branch (UB) Group in Meghalaya Police, administered through the IIT Mandi testing authority, aligns with the 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 4. The entry basic pay is established at INR 25,500. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) calculated at the current rate of 53%, candidates receive an additional INR 13,515. House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Z cities, which covers most of Meghalaya, is set at 9%, amounting to INR 2,295. Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at INR 1,350 plus DA, yielding INR 2,065.50. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately INR 43,375. After standard statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution at 10% of Basic plus DA (INR 3,901.50) and professional tax, the estimated in-hand net monthly salary ranges between INR 39,000 and INR 40,000, presenting a highly competitive compensation package.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official DoPT OM guidelines and state reservation policies, age relaxations are provided to reserved categories: up to 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), and up to 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC). Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive up to 10 years of relaxation, subject to post-suitability. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Additionally, women candidates benefit from fee concessions and horizontal reservation quotas as per government mandates, ensuring equitable representation and access across all recruitment stages.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Ab Ub Group in Meghalaya Police

What are the minimum qualifying cutoff marks for the written examination?

Candidates must secure a minimum of 40% in the written examination to be considered for the next stage, though actual cutoffs vary based on category-wise vacancies.

Will normalization be applied to the written exam scores?

Yes, if the written examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard percentile-based normalization method will be utilized to ensure fairness.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement for selected candidates?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service bond to serve the Meghalaya Police for a minimum period of 5 years post-training.

What is the duration of the probation period for AB/UB Group recruits?

Newly recruited officers undergo a mandatory probation period of 2 years, which includes institutional training and field attachment.

Where will the primary posting locations be after successful training?

Postings are distributed across various districts of Meghalaya, depending on administrative requirements and the specific branch (Armed or Unarmed) allocated.

Can candidates from other states apply for the AB/UB Group positions?

While open to Indian citizens, preference and specific reservation benefits are heavily aligned with the domicile requirements of the State of Meghalaya.