JHARGRAM Recruitment Dossier

Booth Level Officer

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Booth Level Officer administered by JHARGRAM Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: JHARGRAM Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2025-10-04 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. 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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Assistant Registrar in National Green Tribunal	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
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Active Procurement Tenders by JHARGRAM

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
For Bazar Ghat Minmahal Pond Tinsukia Gp Under Bagariguri Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
For Photography and Videography Services in Connection Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
For Supply of Gr and Essential Commodities Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
For Supply of Housekeeping Staff Along with Necessary Cleaning Mate 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 Booth Level 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 2025-10-04. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from JHARGRAM Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Visit the official Jhargram recruitment portal, select the Booth Level Officer notification, and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) to generate your unique login credentials.

Log in with your OTR credentials to fill in personal, educational, and communication details, ensuring strict alignment with your matriculation certificates and statutory reservation categories.

Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, age proof, educational transcripts, and caste or disability certificates in the prescribed JPEG or PDF formats and sizes.

Pay the application fee online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI, ensuring to download the payment receipt; the fee is waived for SC, ST, and PwBD candidates.

Submit the application form, download the generated PDF for future reference, and monitor the portal for the release of the e-Admit Card prior to the examination.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Booth Level 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: Written Screening Examination	100 Marks, 90 Minutes	General Studies, Arithmetic, English Language, and Current Affairs with a focus on local administrative geography.
Stage 2: Electoral Domain & IT Proficiency Test	50 Marks, 60 Minutes	Representation of the People Act, Electoral Roll registration procedures, NVSP portal navigation, and basic computer applications.
Stage 3: Document Verification & Biometric Matching	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of original academic certificates, caste validity, residential proof, and biometric authentication against registration data.
Stage 4: Final Merit List & Medical Fitness	Cumulative Merit, Qualifying Medical	Compilation of scores from Stages 1 and 2, followed by a standard medical fitness examination by the District Medical Board.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Under the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) framework, the Booth Level Officer (Election Clerk/Administrative Assistant cadre) under the Jhargram Authority is positioned at Pay Level 2. This level features an Entry Basic Pay of INR 19,900. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) currently set at 53%, the DA component yields INR 10,547. Since Jhargram falls under the Class Z classification for House Rent Allowance (HRA), the HRA is calculated at 9% of the basic pay, amounting to INR 1,791 (rounded to the statutory minimum of INR 1,800). The Transport Allowance (TA) for Level 2 in Class Z cities is INR 900 plus DA, totaling INR 1,377. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to INR 33,624. Deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) at 10% of Basic plus DA equal INR 3,045, alongside a Professional Tax of INR 150, resulting in an estimated net in-hand monthly salary of INR 30,429.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines and West Bengal state reservation policies, vertical reservation is strictly enforced with 22% for SC, 6% for ST, and 17% for OBC candidates. Age relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for PwBD are applicable. A 10% vertical quota is reserved for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Women candidates, SC, ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from the application fee, promoting inclusive participation in the administrative machinery of the Jhargram district.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Booth Level Officer

How are the category-wise cutoffs determined for the Booth Level Officer post?

Cutoffs are calculated dynamically based on the total number of vacancies, the difficulty level of the examination, and the aggregate performance of candidates across different reservation categories.

Is there a normalization process applied to the written exam scores?

Yes, if the written examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard equipercentile normalization method is utilized to ensure parity across different question paper sets.

Is there a service bond or minimum commitment period for this cadre?

No service bond is required; however, selected candidates must serve a mandatory probation period before being confirmed into the permanent establishment.

What is the duration and evaluation criteria of the probation period?

The probation period is two years, during which the officer's field performance, electoral roll management efficiency, and conduct are evaluated by the District Election Officer.

Does the syllabus include specific questions on the Jhargram district's administrative setup?

Yes, the General Studies section includes dedicated questions on the administrative geography, local demographics, and socio-economic profile of the Jhargram district.

Where will the selected candidates be posted within the Jhargram jurisdiction?

Selected officers will be posted across various sub-divisions, block offices, or municipal areas within the Jhargram district, depending on administrative requirements.