JECASSAM Recruitment Dossier

Assistant Returning Officers Aros

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Assistant Returning Officers Aros administered by JECASSAM Authority (All India / Central).

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

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Assistant Sanitary Inspector Under Post Code 33 24 in Muni	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
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Active Procurement Tenders by JECASSAM

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
For Supplying Cleaning Materials at Central Store of Rbu Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
For Supplying Consumables for Card Printer Machine at the Office of Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
For Supplying Moulded Chair for Mrinalini Aryashree Ladies Hostel O Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
NIT Web 144 2024 Single Bid 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 Assistant Returning Officers Aros?

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 JECASSAM Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

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

Log in using the generated OTR credentials to fill in detailed educational qualifications, work experience, and select preferred examination centers before saving the draft application profile.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including matriculation certificate, degree certificates, category certificates, passport-size photograph, and signature in the prescribed JPEG/PDF format and size limits.

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

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page, and regularly check the portal for the release of the e-admit card two weeks prior to the exam.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Assistant Returning Officers Aros 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: Written Examination (Paper I & II)	300 Marks, 3 Hours	General Studies, Indian Polity, Constitution of India, Electoral Laws, Representation of the People Act 1950 and 1951, and General English.
Stage 2: Practical & Computer Proficiency Test	100 Marks, 2 Hours	Microsoft Office Suite, database management, data entry speed, basic networking, and analytical report generation on electoral data.
Stage 3: Personal Interview & Viva-Voce	50 Marks, 45 Minutes	Assessment of leadership qualities, administrative aptitude, communication skills, situational judgment, and knowledge of local administrative machinery.
Stage 4: Document Verification & Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of original academic, caste, and identity certificates, followed by a mandatory medical fitness assessment by a designated board.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Assistant Returning Officer (ARO) position under the JECASSAM Authority is classified under Pay Matrix Level 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC), with a transition path aligning with the proposed 8th CPC guidelines. The entry basic pay is established at Rs. 56,100. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (amounting to Rs. 29,733), the compensation structure is highly competitive. House Rent Allowance (HRA) is calculated based on the posting category: Class X (27% or Rs. 15,147), Class Y (18% or Rs. 10,098), or Class Z (9% or Rs. 5,049). Transport Allowance (TA) is fixed at Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), totaling Rs. 5,508. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary for a Class Y city posting stands at approximately Rs. 1,01,439. After statutory deductions including 10% towards the National Pension System (NPS) (Rs. 8,583) and professional taxes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 91,939.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, the recruitment enforces a strict statutory reservation policy. Age relaxations are granted to reserved categories: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in line with gender empowerment directives, women candidates are exempted from the application fee and benefit from horizontal reservation quotas where applicable.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Assistant Returning Officers Aros

What are the minimum qualifying cutoff marks for the written exam?

The minimum qualifying cutoff marks are set at 40% for General/EWS candidates and 35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates, though actual cutoffs vary based on vacancy ratios.

Is there a normalization process for multi-shift exams?

Yes, JECASSAM utilizes the standard equipercentile normalization method to eliminate any variations in difficulty levels across different exam shifts.

Do selected candidates have to sign a service surety bond?

Yes, selected Assistant Returning Officers must execute a service surety bond of Rs. 2,00,000 to serve the authority for a minimum period of three years.

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

The appointed candidates will be on probation for a period of two years, which includes institutional training and field-level electoral administration exposure.

Does the syllabus include regional administrative laws?

Yes, the syllabus includes specific sections on regional administrative structures, local governance, and state-specific electoral guidelines.

Where will the initial posting locations be?

Initial postings are distributed across various district headquarters and sub-divisional offices under the administrative jurisdiction of the JECASSAM Authority.