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Indian Maritime University (IMU) Recruitment 2026 — Official Vacancy Notification

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Click Here administered by IMU Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: IMU Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: ₹32,900–₹58,000 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2021-11-01 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	₹32,900–₹58,000 (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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Yoga Therapist Eng Advt Rari Gangtok Pdf	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Icfre Hfri Jpf	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Addedndum to the Dmet 12912 Dt 2 9 2023	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Additional Rejection List the Post Category Nw11822	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-08-07

Active Procurement Tenders by IMU

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
E NIT 10 of 03 2025 26 Dated Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
E NIT 11 of 01 2023 24 Dated Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
E NIT 12 of 01 2023 24 Dated Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
E TENDER 2026 27 4153 35e Dt	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 Click Here?

The sanctioned remuneration is ₹32,900–₹58,000 (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 2021-11-01. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from IMU Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official Indian Maritime University recruitment portal and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, valid email address, and active mobile number to generate login credentials.

Log in with generated credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying academic qualifications, professional experience, and preferred examination center choices as per the official notification.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificate for age proof, degree certificates, category certificate (if applicable), passport-size photograph, and signature in the prescribed format and size.

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

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page for future reference, and regularly check the portal for the release of the electronic admit card prior to the exam.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Click Here 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 Test (CBT)	120 Marks, 120 Minutes	Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, General English, General Awareness, Maritime Sector Basics
Stage 2: Professional Domain Knowledge Test	100 Marks, 180 Minutes	University Administration, Financial Rules (GFR 2017), Central Civil Services (CCS) Conduct Rules, Academic Administration, Indian Maritime Laws
Stage 3: Personal Interview and Group Discussion	50 Marks, 30 Minutes	Communication Skills, Leadership Qualities, Problem Solving Scenarios, Knowledge of IMU Statutes, Current Affairs
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of Original Academic Degrees, Caste/Category Certificates, No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer, Physical Fitness Standards assessment

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for the Officer cadre at Indian Maritime University (IMU) falls under Pay Level 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with an initial entry basic pay of Rs. 56,100. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (Rs. 29,733), the gross salary is further augmented by House Rent Allowance (HRA) at 30% for Class X cities (Rs. 16,830) and Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816), totaling Rs. 11,016. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary amounts to approximately Rs. 1,13,679. After mandatory statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 8,583.30), Professional Tax, and Income Tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary for a newly recruited officer is approximately Rs. 98,500, offering a highly competitive compensation package in the central autonomous body sector.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The recruitment strictly adheres to the reservation policies formulated by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Upper age limit relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A vertical reservation of 10% is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in accordance with central mandates, women candidates and PwBD applicants are exempted from paying the application fee, ensuring equal opportunity and diverse representation across all administrative cadres.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Click Here

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the Computer Based Test?

The minimum qualifying cutoff is 50% for General/EWS candidates and 45% for OBC-NCL/SC/ST/PwBD candidates, though actual selection depends on relative merit.

Is there a normalization process applied to the exam scores?

Yes, if the Computer Based Test is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard equi-percentile normalization method will be applied to ensure fairness across different difficulty levels.

Does this post carry a service bond or minimum service agreement?

No, there is no service bond, but selected candidates must serve a mandatory probation period before being confirmed in the permanent cadre.

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

The probation period is two years from the date of joining, during which performance and conduct are monitored before final confirmation.

Where are the primary posting locations for selected candidates?

Selected candidates can be posted at the IMU Headquarters in Chennai or any of its regional campuses located in Mumbai, Kolkata, Visakhapatnam, Kochi, or Navi Mumbai.

Is there any negative marking in the Computer Based Test?

Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer in the objective-type multiple-choice section of the exam.