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Imu FINANCE OFFICER Recruitment

Official recruitment notice issued by Imu for the post of Finance Officer. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.

Indian Maritime University (IMU Chennai) Official Emblem
Recruiting Authority
Imu
Portal: imu.gov.in

Key Recruitment Specifications

Total Vacancies
1 Posts
Pay Scale / Salary
Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)
Age Criteria
21 to 35 Years
Application Deadline
2026-09-30
Crucial Recruitment Schedule
Application Deadline2026-09-30

Essential Educational Qualification

Graduate / As specified in official notice. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.

Selection Methodology

1. Computer Based Written Test (CBT), 2. Skill Test / Interview (Where Applicable), 3. Document Verification & Medical Fitness Test.

Frequently Asked Questions

The last date for submitting online applications is 2026-09-30. Candidates are advised to complete registration before the cutoff date to avoid portal traffic.
The remuneration is structured as Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4). Selected candidates are also eligible for Central/State Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and statutory pension contributions.
Applicants must possess Graduate / As specified in official notice. Candidates must ensure certificates and degrees are issued prior to the application cutoff.
The selection methodology involves: 1. Computer Based Written Test (CBT), 2. Skill Test / Interview (Where Applicable), 3. Document Verification & Medical Fitness Test.
Related Openings under Imu
Cadre DesignationVacanciesPay LevelDeadline
Officer / Executive (Imu) 1 Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 2026-09-30
Government Post / 1 Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 2026-09-30
Role 1 Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 2026-09-30
Finance Officer 1 Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 2026-09-30

Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

1

Visit the official IMU recruitment portal, select the active notification for the Finance Officer post, and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) using a valid email and mobile number.

2

Log in with the generated credentials to fill out the detailed application form, entering academic qualifications, professional finance experience, and personal details with high accuracy.

3

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including passport-size photograph, signature, category certificate, and comprehensive experience certificates in the prescribed format and file size limits.

4

Pay the non-refundable application fee online via the integrated payment gateway using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the generated payment transaction receipt.

5

Submit the finalized application form, download the generated PDF for future reference, and regularly check the portal for the release of the admit card and exam schedule.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Imu FINANCE OFFICER Recruitment is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam PaperWeightage & DurationCore Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Written Test / Screening 120 Marks / 120 Minutes Financial Management, Central Government Rules (GFR 2017, FR & SR), General English, Quantitative Aptitude, and Logical Reasoning.
Stage 2: Personal Interview and Presentation 100 Marks / 45 Minutes Presentation on University Financial Administration, Leadership Skills, Budgeting, Audit Compliance, and Strategic Financial Planning.
Stage 3: Document Verification Qualifying / No Marks Verification of original academic degrees, professional experience certificates, No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer, and category certificates.
Stage 4: Medical Examination and Final Merit Qualifying / No Marks Medical fitness assessment by a designated medical board and publication of the final merit list based on consolidated interview and written scores.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Finance Officer at Indian Maritime University (IMU) is recruited under Pay Level 14 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, which corresponds to a prestigious senior-level administrative position. The entry basic pay is established at Rs. 1,44,200/- per month. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) rate of 53%, the DA amounts to Rs. 76,426/-. House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% is Rs. 43,260/-, while Class Y and Z cities receive 20% and 10% respectively. Transport Allowance (TA) is set at Rs. 7,200/- plus DA thereon (Rs. 3,816/-), totaling Rs. 11,016/-. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary in a Class X city reaches approximately Rs. 2,74,902/-. After statutory deductions including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% (Basic + DA) amounting to Rs. 22,063/-, Professional Tax, and Income Tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 2,35,000/-.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

IMU strictly adheres to the reservation policies mandated 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 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) in accordance with central guidelines. Furthermore, women candidates and PwBD applicants are exempted from paying the application fee to promote gender diversity and equal opportunity in central university administration.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Imu FINANCE OFFICER Recruitment

What is the maximum age limit for the IMU Finance Officer post?

The maximum age limit is 57 years as of the closing date of the application, with age relaxations applicable to reserved categories as per Government of India norms.

Is there a service bond or probation period for this post?

There is no service bond, but selected candidates will be placed on a probation period of one year, which may be extended by the competent authority based on performance.

What is the required educational qualification and experience?

Candidates must possess a Master's degree with at least 55% marks, alongside 15 years of experience as Assistant Professor or 15 years of administrative experience in finance.

Where will the posting location be for the selected candidate?

The primary posting is at the IMU Headquarters in Chennai, but the officer is liable to be transferred to any of the IMU campuses across India.

Will there be normalization of marks for the written test?

No, normalization is not applicable as the screening test for this highly specialized post is conducted in a single shift across designated centers.

What is the syllabus for the financial administration section?

The syllabus includes General Financial Rules (GFR) 2017, Central Civil Services (Pension) Rules, Fundamental Rules and Supplementary Rules (FR & SR), and commercial accounting practices.