IKM Recruitment Dossier

Be Done Till Date

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Be Done Till Date administered by IKM Authority (All India / Central).

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

Recruiting Authority

Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA)

View Dossier

Verified Sovereign Authority

IKM Authority

Official Domain: ikm.gov.in | Jurisdiction: All India / Central

Authority Dossier Hub

All IKM Openings IKM Tenders All Central & State Jobs In-Hand Salary Calculator 8th CPC Pay Estimator

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

Related Active Openings under IKM

View All IKM Posts

Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Assistant Loco Pilot After Apt Test	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	20-08-2026
Assistant Manager Finance Commercialization	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Assistant Manager	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Bastar District February	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-05-04

Active Procurement Tenders by IKM

View All Procurement Notices

Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
For Rate Contract for Consumables of Nesc Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
For Rate Contract of Materials Required for Practical Examination Under Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
For Rate Contract Rc for Stationary Computer Media Consumables and Other Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Supplying Cleaning Materials for Security Department 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 Be Done Till Date?

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 IKM Authority?

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

Explore verified public authorities and related career tracks across the national network:

Explore IKM Authority Browse Central & State Jobs In-Hand Salary Calculator

Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Candidates must visit the official IKM Authority recruitment portal to complete the One Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal, educational, and contact details to generate unique login credentials.

Log in using the OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, ensuring all academic qualifications, work experience, and preferred exam center choices are accurately recorded.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including a recent passport-sized photograph, signature, category certificates, and educational transcripts, strictly adhering to the prescribed file size and format specifications.

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

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page for future reference, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the e-admit card prior to the examination.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Be Done Till Date 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 and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness and Current Affairs, English Language and Comprehension
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Paper	200 Marks, 120 Minutes	Information Technology and Systems, Data Management and Analytics, Software Engineering Principles, IKM Authority Operational Guidelines
Stage 3: Document Verification and Biometric Matching	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of Original Academic Certificates, Caste and Category Validity Check, Identity and Biometric Authentication, No Objection Certificate from Current Employer
Stage 4: Medical Examination and Final Merit List	Qualifying, Final Ranking	Standard Medical Fitness Assessment, Visual Acuity and Color Blindness Test, Compilation of Final Merit based on Stage 2 Scores, Allocation of Posting Locations

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for the 'Be Done Till Date' cadre under the IKM Authority is positioned at Level 7 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. The entry-level basic pay is established at Rs. 44,900 per month. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) currently calculated at 53% (amounting to Rs. 23,797), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) categorized by city classes (Class X at 30% yielding Rs. 13,470, Class Y at 20%, and Class Z at 10%), the financial package is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (totaling Rs. 5,508 for Class X cities). This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 87,675 for Class X postings. After mandatory statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 6,870) and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 80,000.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The recruitment process strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Vertical reservation is provided with a 10% quota for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), 15% for Scheduled Castes (SC), 7.5% for Scheduled Tribes (ST), and 27% for Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL). Upper age limit relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Furthermore, in accordance with central mandates, women candidates and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Be Done Till Date

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff mark for the Stage 1 Screening Test?

The minimum qualifying cutoff marks are set at 40% for General/EWS candidates, 35% for OBC candidates, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates, though actual shortlisting depends on merit ratios.

How is the normalization of scores calculated across multiple shifts?

The IKM Authority utilizes the standard multi-shift percentile-based normalization method approved by DoPT to ensure equity among candidates facing varying difficulty levels across different exam sessions.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement for this cadre?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service surety bond of Rs. 2,00,000 to serve the IKM Authority for a minimum period of 3 years from their date of joining.

What is the duration of the probation period for newly recruited officers?

Newly appointed officers will undergo a mandatory probation period of 2 years, during which their performance, conduct, and adaptability to the cadre's operational requirements will be closely evaluated.

Can I request a change in the syllabus or exam pattern for Stage 2?

No, the syllabus and exam pattern are finalized by the IKM Authority's academic senate and are non-negotiable. Candidates must prepare strictly according to the officially published curriculum.

Where will the final posting locations be for the selected candidates?

Initial postings are primarily at the IKM Authority headquarters or regional offices across major urban centers, with transfer policies governed by the organization's administrative requirements.