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ABDM Dated

Official gazetted recruitment notification for ABDM Dated administered by IITMANDI Authority (Delhi).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: IITMANDI Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-05-18 Posting Jurisdiction: Delhi

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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
The Post of Junior Research Fell	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
The Post of Junior Research Fell	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Project Staff Ee Ece Cse B Tech	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Aai Recruitment 2026 Notification Out 389 Vacancies Apply	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by IITMANDI

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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 ABDM Dated?

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 2026-05-18. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from IITMANDI Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

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

Log in to upload scanned copies of essential documents including educational certificates, experience letters, category certificates, passport-size photograph, and signature in the prescribed JPEG/PDF formats.

Select the ABDM post, fill in the detailed academic and professional experience fields, verify the auto-populated data, and submit the application form to proceed to the payment gateway.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI, ensuring that women, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates claim their respective fee exemptions.

Download the system-generated application confirmation page and monitor the portal for the release of the admit card, which is mandatory for entry into the examination hall.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for ABDM Dated 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	Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, General English, and General Awareness with specific reference to Higher Education Systems and ICT tools.
Stage 2: Domain Specialization Written Exam	100 Marks, 180 Minutes	IIT Act and Statutes, Central Government Administrative Procedures, General Financial Rules (GFR 2017), Office Management, and Digital Governance initiatives.
Stage 3: Presentation and Personal Interview	100 Marks, 45 Minutes	Institutional development plans, leadership scenarios, communication skills, problem-solving capabilities, and strategic administrative vision for IIT Mandi.
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of original academic degrees, experience credentials, caste/category certificates, and fitness assessment by an authorized medical board.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Assistant Branch Divisional Manager (ABDM) post under the IIT Mandi Authority is positioned at Level 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of Rs. 56,100. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) currently set at 53% (amounting to Rs. 29,733), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) calculated at Class Z rates (9% for Mandi, amounting to Rs. 5,049), the salary structure is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) is provided at Rs. 3,600 plus DA (totaling Rs. 5,508). This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 96,390. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% on Basic plus DA (Rs. 8,583) and professional taxes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 87,390. This administrative cadre will also benefit from future transitions to the 8th CPC pay structures.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, IIT Mandi strictly implements statutory reservations. Age relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) subject to valid income and asset certificates. Furthermore, in line with central government directives, women candidates are fully exempted from paying the application fee to promote gender diversity in administrative cadres.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — ABDM Dated

What are the minimum qualifying cutoff marks for the CBT and Written Exam?

The minimum qualifying cutoff marks are 40% for General/EWS candidates and 35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates, though actual shortlisting depends on relative merit.

Will normalization be applied to the exam scores?

Yes, if the Computer Based Test is conducted in multiple shifts, the multi-shift normalization formula approved by the IIT Mandi Senate will be applied.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement for the ABDM post?

No, there is no mandatory service bond, but selected candidates must serve the designated probation period before confirmation.

What is the duration of the probation period for this administrative post?

The selected candidates will be on a probation period of one year, which may be extended by the competent authority based on performance evaluation.

Where can I access the detailed syllabus for the domain specialization paper?

The detailed syllabus is published alongside the official notification on the IIT Mandi recruitment portal under the Syllabus tab.

Will the posting be restricted to the IIT Mandi main campus?

Yes, the primary posting will be at the Kamand Campus of IIT Mandi, although officers may be deputed to extension centers if required.