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Official gazetted recruitment notification for Advertisments administered by IMD Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: IMD Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: ₹2025-26 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-06-23 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	₹2025-26 (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
Advertisment the Post of Young Professional Ii Yp Ii Temporary Position	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Advertisment Regarding the Recruitment of Government Retired Officer on a Co	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
2026 27	1 Openings	Level-3 (₹21,700 - ₹69,100)	2020-05-22
Cleanest Tourist Spot Award East Khasi Hills	20 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2022-10-14

Active Procurement Tenders by IMD

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Global TENDER for Computer Controlled Servo Hydraulic Vertical Type Universa	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Global TENDER for Supply of High Value Horticulture Fruit Plants Planting Ma	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Global TENDER for the Purchase of High Fidelity Mannequins for Medical Surgi	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Hiring of Scaffolding Pipes Along with Associated Items 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 Advertisments?

The sanctioned remuneration is ₹2025-26 (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 2026-06-23. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from IMD Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

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

Log in with OTR credentials, select the specific IMD Scientific Assistant advertisement, and fill out the detailed application form with educational qualifications, work experience, and preferred exam centers.

Upload scanned high-resolution copies of the candidate's recent passport-size photograph, signature, and category certificates conforming strictly to the specified dimensions and file size limits outlined in the notification.

Remit the non-refundable application fee of Rupees one hundred online via BHIM UPI, Net Banking, or credit/debit cards, noting that women and reserved category candidates are fully exempted.

Submit the completed application form, download the generated confirmation page for future reference, and await the release of the e-Admit Card on the portal prior to the examination.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Advertisments 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 Examination (Paper I)	100 Marks, 60 Minutes	General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language and Comprehension, and General Awareness with focus on scientific developments.
Stage 2: Computer Based Examination (Paper II - Domain Specialization)	100 Marks, 60 Minutes	Advanced Physics (Mechanics, Wave Optics, Electromagnetism), Computer Science and Information Technology (DBMS, Operating Systems, Networking), or Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering.
Stage 3: Document Verification	Qualifying Stage, No Marks	Verification of original academic degrees, caste/category certificates, age proof, identity documents, and No Objection Certificates (NOC) for serving government employees.
Stage 4: Medical Examination and Final Merit List	Qualifying Stage, Final Merit based on Paper I & II	Comprehensive medical fitness assessment by authorized civil surgeons to ensure physical suitability for field postings, followed by the publication of the final merit list.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Scientific Assistant cadre in the India Meteorological Department (IMD) is positioned at Level 6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, featuring an entry basic pay of Rs. 35,400. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (Rs. 18,762), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) categorized by city class (Class X at 30% yielding Rs. 10,620; Class Y at 20%; Class Z at 10%), the allowances are highly structured. Transport Allowance (TA) for Class X cities is Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), totaling Rs. 5,508. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary for a newly recruited officer in a Class X city amounts to approximately Rs. 70,290. After mandatory statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 5,416) and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 64,000, offering a highly competitive compensation package.

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Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Advertisments

What are the criteria for determining the final cut-off marks?

The final cut-off marks are determined cumulatively based on Paper I and Paper II scores, adjusted for category-wise vacancies, overall exam difficulty, and the total number of participating candidates.

How is the multi-shift normalization process executed?

Since the computer-based exam is conducted across multiple shifts, a standard equipercentile or formula-based normalization method approved by the recruiting agency is applied to ensure equity.

Is there a mandatory service bond for selected candidates?

There is no mandatory financial service bond, but candidates must undergo compulsory initial training and serve the department as per standard Central Government service conditions.

What is the duration and nature of the probation period?

Selected candidates undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and successful completion of departmental training modules are closely evaluated.

Can candidates choose any subject for Paper II?

Candidates must choose one specialized subject from Physics, Computer Science and Information Technology, or Electronics and Telecommunication, aligning with their qualifying educational degree.

Where are the selected candidates typically posted?

Initial postings are distributed across IMD's regional meteorological centers, field stations, and forecasting offices pan-India, with transfer policies governed by departmental seniority and administrative requirements.