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Biodata Jrf

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Biodata Jrf administered by JALANDHAR Authority (Delhi).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: JALANDHAR Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: Delhi

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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

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Assistant Professor Grade I	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2022-04-11
Assistant Professor Grade Ii	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Assistant Professor in	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
For Supplying Sports Goods for Sports Department Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
For Supplying Stationary Goods Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
For Temporary Electrification on Hiring Basis in Connection with P Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Nml Eng Wsm Enit 2025 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 Biodata Jrf?

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 2026-09-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from JALANDHAR Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Navigate to the official recruitment portal of the JALANDHAR Authority and complete the mandatory One Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid Aadhaar credentials, active mobile verification, and a unique email identification.

Log into the applicant dashboard using generated credentials, select the Biodata JRF recruitment notification, and accurately populate personal, academic, and research experience details into the designated fields.

Upload scanned copies of recent passport-size photographs, signatures, and essential academic certificates including master degree marksheets and fellowship proof in prescribed JPEG and PDF formats under specified size limits.

Proceed to the secure online payment gateway to remit the requisite application fee via net banking, debit card, or UPI, and save the electronically generated transaction receipt for future reference.

Download and print the fully completed application form containing the unique registration ID, and monitor the portal periodically for the official notification regarding admit card issuance and examination schedules.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Biodata Jrf 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 Aptitude and Quantitative Reasoning, Logical Deduction and Analytical Ability, General English and Comprehension, Basic Computer Literacy and Research Methodology
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Examination	150 Marks \| 120 Minutes	Advanced Concepts in Relevant Scientific Discipline, Experimental Design and Laboratory Techniques, Data Analysis, Statistical Tools, and Interpretation, Technical Report Writing and Scientific Ethics
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying Nature	Verification of Original Educational and Category Certificates, Authentication of Research Publications and Experience Proof, Comprehensive Medical Fitness Assessment by Assigned Board, Character and Antecedent Verification Protocol
Stage 4: Final Merit List and Offer Issuance	Based on Stage 2 Performance	Consolidated Scoring from Domain Examination, Resolution of Tie-Cases via Established Authority Norms, Issuance of Formal Provisional Selection Letters, Joining Formalities and Contract Agreement Execution

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position under the JALANDHAR Authority operates in alignment with Central Pay Commission benchmarks for scientific research cadres, typically mapped to Pay Matrix Level 6 (corresponding to the erstwhile pre-revised Pay Band-2 of INR 9300-34800 with Grade Pay INR 4200). The entry basic pay is established at INR 35400. In accordance with the prevailing central government rates, Dearness Allowance (DA) is calculated at 53 percent of the basic pay, amounting to INR 18762. House Rent Allowance (HRA) is factored at the standard Y-class city rate of 18 percent, yielding INR 6372, alongside Transport Allowance of INR 3600 plus applicable DA thereon. The cumulative Gross Monthly Salary aggregates to approximately INR 65714. After statutory deductions including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution at 10 percent of basic plus DA (approximately INR 5416) and professional tax, the estimated in-hand net salary ranges between INR 58500 and INR 60000 per month.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Reservation and relaxation policies for the Biodata JRF recruitment strictly adhere to Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines. Upper age relaxation is applicable as 5 years for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates, 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL), and up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Vertical reservation for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) is maintained at 10 percent of total available vacancies, subject to submission of a valid Income and Asset Certificate issued by competent authorities. Furthermore, female candidates across all categories, along with SC, ST, and PwBD applicants, are fully exempted from payment of application fees, promoting inclusive participation in scientific recruitment.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Biodata Jrf

What is the expected cutoff percentage for the JRF screening test?

The minimum qualifying cutoff is typically established at 40 percent for unreserved categories, 35 percent for OBC and EWS, and 30 percent for SC, ST, and PwBD candidates, subject to variation based on overall candidate performance and vacancy count.

Is normalisation applied if the examination is conducted in multiple shifts?

Yes, standard statistical normalisation algorithms prescribed by central testing agencies are implemented to adjust score variations across multi-shift examinations, ensuring absolute fairness in final merit computation.

Is there a mandatory service bond required upon selection?

Selected candidates are generally required to execute a service bond agreeing to serve the JALANDHAR Authority for a minimum duration matching their fellowship tenure, failing which proportionate stipend recovery may apply.

What is the duration of the probation period for this cadre?

The initial appointment entails a probationary period of two years, during which the performance, research output, and conduct of the candidate are continuously monitored before confirmation.

Where can I find the detailed domain syllabus for the written test?

The comprehensive syllabus outlining core disciplinary topics is appended directly to the official recruitment notification hosted on the primary JALANDHAR Authority portal.

What are the designated posting locations after selection?

Selected candidates may be posted at any research facility, laboratory, or field office operating under the administrative jurisdiction of the JALANDHAR Authority across the region.