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Assistant Professor in Economics Date of Joining of Service

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Assistant Professor in Economics Date of Joining of Service administered by JALPAIGURI Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: JALPAIGURI Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-08-14 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

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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Assistant Professor in Economics Date of Joining of Service?

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 2026-08-14. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from JALPAIGURI Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official recruitment portal to initiate the One Time Registration (OTR) process by providing a valid email and mobile number to generate unique login credentials for the candidate.

Log in to complete the detailed profile, ensuring all academic qualifications from matriculation to Ph.D. or National Eligibility Test (NET) certifications are accurately entered into the digital service record.

Upload high-resolution scanned copies of essential documents including the NET/SET certificate, research publications, experience certificates, and category-specific reservation documents in the prescribed PDF or JPEG format as per specifications.

Remit the non-refundable application fee through the integrated payment gateway using Net Banking, Credit/Debit cards, or UPI, ensuring the transaction status is updated to Successful before proceeding further.

Perform a final review of the application form for data accuracy, submit the digital dossier, and download the system-generated acknowledgment and admit card for the upcoming screening or interview.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Assistant Professor in Economics Date of Joining of Service 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: Academic Record Screening	Based on API Score	Graduation percentage, Post-graduation merit, Ph.D. status, Research publications in UGC-CARE journals, and Teaching or Post-doctoral experience as per UGC 2018 regulations.
Stage 2: Written Eligibility Test	200 Marks / 120 Mins	Microeconomic Analysis, Macroeconomic Theory, Statistical Methods, Econometrics, Public Economics, International Economics, and Development Planning with a focus on the Indian Economy.
Stage 3: Personal Interview	100 Marks	Domain expertise in Economics, pedagogical skills, research aptitude, communication ability, and awareness of current Indian economic policies, Union Budget, and global financial trends.
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical	Qualifying	Authentication of original academic degrees, caste certificates, non-creamy layer status, and physical fitness certification by a government-authorized medical board to ensure service readiness.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Assistant Professors in Economics under the Jalpaiguri Authority are recruited at Academic Level 10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, featuring an entry basic pay of 57,700 INR. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53 percent (30,581 INR), the salary structure remains highly competitive. House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Jalpaiguri, categorized as a Class Y or Z city, is calculated at 18 percent (10,386 INR) or 9 percent depending on specific municipal limits. Including a Transport Allowance (TA) of approximately 3,600 INR plus DA on TA, the Gross Monthly Salary reaches approximately 1,04,000 INR. After mandatory deductions including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution (10 percent of Basic plus DA, totaling 8,828 INR) and professional taxes, the estimated in-hand net salary ranges between 92,000 and 95,000 INR. This structure aligns with UGC regulations and anticipates future upward adjustments under the proposed 8th CPC framework.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) and State Government guidelines, the recruitment follows a strict statutory reservation matrix. Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) receive a 5-year age relaxation, while Other Backward Classes (OBC-Non Creamy Layer) are granted 3 years. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year relaxation. A 10 percent vertical reservation is maintained for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) as per the 103rd Constitutional Amendment. Women candidates often benefit from application fee exemptions or specific horizontal reservations to promote gender parity in higher education faculty roles.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Assistant Professor in Economics Da

Is the National Eligibility Test (NET) mandatory for this recruitment?

Yes, as per UGC norms, qualifying NET/SET is the minimum eligibility, though candidates with a Ph.D. awarded under 2009 or 2016 regulations are exempted.

What is the duration of the probation period for new appointees?

The standard probation period is one year from the date of joining, which may be extended by another year based on performance evaluation by the authority.

How is the final merit list calculated for the Economics cadre?

The final merit is typically a composite score of the written screening test, the Academic Performance Indicator (API) score, and the personal interview performance.

Are there any service bonds required at the time of joining?

Generally, there is no financial service bond, but candidates must serve a minimum period as specified in the appointment letter before applying for outside transfers.

Does the Jalpaiguri Authority provide staff quarters for Assistant Professors?

Residential accommodation is subject to availability within the campus; if unavailable, the employee is entitled to the full House Rent Allowance (HRA) as per rules.

Will the 8th Pay Commission recommendations apply to this post?

Yes, once the 8th CPC is officially notified and adopted by the government, the pay scales will be revised upward retrospectively from the implementation date.