JAMTARA Recruitment Dossier

Block Development and Panchayat Officer

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Block Development and Panchayat Officer administered by JAMTARA Authority (Uttar Pradesh).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: JAMTARA Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: Uttar Pradesh

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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. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	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 Block Development and Panchayat Officer?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) 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 JAMTARA Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Navigate to the official Jamtara recruitment portal, create a unique candidate profile using a valid email and mobile number, and complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process to generate credentials.

Log in to the dashboard, select the BDPO recruitment notification, and fill in personal, educational, and category details accurately while ensuring all data matches official government-issued identification documents and certificates.

Upload scanned copies of recent passport-sized photographs, signatures, and essential academic credentials in the specified file format and size as mandated by the portal technical guidelines for successful submission.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to remit the non-refundable application fee via net banking, credit card, or UPI, ensuring a transaction reference number is generated for future verification purposes.

Download the final submitted application form and monitor the portal for the release of the admit card, which is typically issued two weeks prior to the scheduled examination date.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Block Development and Panchayat Officer 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: Preliminary Screening	200 Marks, 150 Minutes	General Studies, Current Affairs, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and Basic Computer Literacy.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	300 Marks, 180 Minutes	Panchayati Raj Institutions, Rural Development Schemes, Indian Polity, Administrative Law, and Local Governance Frameworks.
Stage 3: Document Verification	Qualifying Nature	Verification of educational certificates, caste/category proofs, domicile status, and identity documentation against original records.
Stage 4: Medical Examination	Qualifying Nature	Assessment of physical fitness and medical standards as per the prescribed government health criteria for administrative services.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Block Development and Panchayat Officer (BDPO) position typically aligns with Level 7 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with a starting basic pay of INR 44,900. At a 53% DA rate, the allowance component is INR 23,797. HRA varies by city classification: 27% (X), 18% (Y), or 9% (Z) of basic pay. Assuming Class Z, HRA is INR 4,041. Transport Allowance (TA) for Level 7 is INR 3,600 plus applicable DA. The gross monthly salary approximates INR 78,250. Deductions include the National Pension System (NPS) contribution at 10% of basic plus DA (INR 6,870) and professional tax. After accounting for statutory deductions and potential group insurance, the estimated in-hand monthly salary ranges between INR 68,000 and INR 71,000, depending on specific state-level compensatory allowances and local tax mandates.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The recruitment process strictly adheres to the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines. SC/ST candidates receive a 5-year age relaxation, while OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates are granted 3 years. PwBD candidates are eligible for a 10-year age relaxation. The EWS category is entitled to a 10% vertical reservation in total vacancies, subject to income and asset criteria. Furthermore, the authority provides fee concessions for women candidates and specific reserved categories to promote inclusivity. All reservations are subject to the production of valid, government-issued certificates at the time of document verification, ensuring compliance with constitutional mandates regarding social equity in public employment.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Block Development and Panchayat Off

What is the typical cutoff trend for the BDPO exam?

Cutoffs are dynamic and depend on vacancy counts and paper difficulty, typically ranging between 65% to 75% of total marks for the general category.

Is there a normalization process for multi-shift exams?

Yes, if the examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard statistical normalization formula is applied to ensure parity across different difficulty levels.

Does the service involve a mandatory bond?

Selected candidates may be required to sign a service bond for a specific duration, committing to a minimum period of service post-probation.

What is the duration of the probation period?

The standard probation period for administrative cadre roles is two years, during which performance is monitored before confirmation of permanent status.

Can the syllabus be modified after notification?

The core syllabus remains consistent with the notification, though minor updates regarding current affairs or government schemes may be included.

Are postings limited to Jamtara district?

While the recruitment is for the Jamtara authority, candidates are liable to be posted anywhere within the jurisdiction as per administrative requirements.