INDARUN Recruitment Dossier

Basic Grade

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Basic Grade administered by INDARUN Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: INDARUN Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2021-03-30 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	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

Related Active Openings under INDARUN

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Assistant Librarian CBT Score Details	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Assistant Librarian Examination	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Assistant Library and Information Officer	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2025-10-14
Basic Science	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by INDARUN

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
For Procurement of Hardware for Department of Panchayati Raj	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
For Project Management and Consultancy Services for Rswan Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
For Quotation for Procurement of Wireless Keyboard Cum Casing for Ip	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Supplying Cleaning Materials at Central Store of Rbu 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 Basic Grade?

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 2021-03-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from INDARUN Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

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

Log in using OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying educational qualifications, work experience, and preferred exam center cities across India.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including a recent passport-sized photograph, signature, matriculation certificate for age proof, and category certificates, strictly adhering to specified file size limits.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online via credit card, debit card, net banking, or UPI, and download the system-generated fee receipt for future reference.

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the e-Admit Card prior to the examination date.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Basic Grade 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)	200 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness and Current Affairs, English Language and Comprehension
Stage 2: Domain Specialization Paper	300 Marks, 180 Minutes	Regulatory Framework of INDARUN, Public Administration and Governance, Financial Management, Data Analysis and Report Writing
Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of Original Academic Certificates, Category and Caste Certificate Validation, Physical Fitness and Medical Standards Assessment
Stage 4: Personal Interview & Merit List	100 Marks, 30 Minutes	Communication Skills, Problem-Solving Scenarios, Knowledge of National Infrastructure Policies, Leadership and Ethical Aptitude

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Basic Grade cadre at INDARUN Authority is positioned at Level 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of Rs. 56,100. Under current regulations, Dearness Allowance (DA) is calculated at 53% of basic pay (Rs. 29,733). House Rent Allowance (HRA) varies by city classification: Class X (30% / Rs. 16,830), Class Y (20% / Rs. 11,220), and Class Z (10% / Rs. 5,610). Transport Allowance (TA) is set at Rs. 7,200 plus DA (Rs. 3,816) for Class X cities, totaling Rs. 11,016. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary for a Class X posting amounts to approximately Rs. 1,13,679. After statutory deductions, including National Pension System (NPS) contribution at 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 8,583) and Professional Tax/CGEGIS (Rs. 500), the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 1,04,596.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment to the Basic Grade at INDARUN Authority strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Vertical reservation is implemented with 15% for Scheduled Castes (SC), 7.5% for Scheduled Tribes (ST), 27% for Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL), and 10% for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). 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). Additionally, women candidates across all categories are exempted from paying the application fee to promote gender diversity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Basic Grade

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the Stage 1 CBT?

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

Is there a normalization process for multi-shift examinations?

Yes, the equipercentile method or standard formula-based normalization approved by DoPT is applied to adjust difficulty variations across different exam shifts.

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

Selected candidates must execute a service indemnity bond of Rs. 2,00,000 to serve the INDARUN Authority for a minimum period of three years.

What is the duration of the probation period for the Basic Grade?

The selected officers will undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, which includes structured institutional training and field postings.

Where are the primary posting locations for this cadre?

Initial postings are generally at the INDARUN headquarters in New Delhi, with subsequent transfer opportunities to regional offices in major tier-1 cities.

Can candidates apply for multiple streams if they meet the eligibility?

No, candidates can apply for only one specialized stream under the Basic Grade recruitment cycle; multiple applications will lead to cancellation.