JHARKHAND Recruitment Dossier

The Post of Assistant Engineer Civil

Official gazetted recruitment notification for The Post of Assistant Engineer Civil administered by JHARKHAND Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: JHARKHAND Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: ₹3 to 5 (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	₹3 to 5 (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
Annexure C Post Code 5 Reserved St Tentative List the Post of	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Annexure I to Iii	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Annexure I to Vi	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-07-31
The Position of Interns in International Guest	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-05-14

Active Procurement Tenders by JHARKHAND

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
International Cooperation Opportunities Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
International Recognition Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Internship Opportunities Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Invitation of Competitive Bids for Maintenance of Green Areas 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 The Post of Assistant Engineer Civil?

The sanctioned remuneration is ₹3 to 5 (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 JHARKHAND Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Navigate to the official Jharkhand recruitment portal, select the Assistant Engineer Civil recruitment tab, and initiate registration by entering valid personal credentials, active mobile number, and verified email address.

Complete the One Time Registration process by securely uploading scanned passport-sized photographs, official signature specimens, and valid government-issued photo identification proof conforming to prescribed pixel and file size parameters.

Fill out the detailed application form with educational qualifications, civil engineering discipline specifics, and reservation claims, followed by a thorough preview of all entered data before final submission.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to complete the non-refundable application fee transaction using net banking, credit card, debit card, or UPI, and securely download the final payment receipt.

Monitor the recruitment portal regularly for notifications regarding the issuance of the hall ticket, download the official admit card using registration credentials, and print multiple copies for examination day verification.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for The Post of Assistant Engineer Civil 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 Examination	200 Marks / 2 Hours	General Hindi and General English, General Knowledge and Current Affairs, General Studies and Jharkhand Specific GK, Basic Logical Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Papers	400 Marks / 4 Hours (Two Papers)	Building Materials, Surveying, and Structural Analysis, Reinforced Cement Concrete and Steel Design, Geotechnical Engineering and Foundation Design, Fluid Mechanics, Hydraulics, Water Resources, and Environmental Engineering
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical Board	Qualifying Nature	Verification of Original Educational and Professional Degree Certificates, Caste, Domicile, and Category Validity Authentication, Comprehensive Medical Fitness Examination by Civil Surgeon Board, Character and Antecedent Verification Protocol
Stage 4: Final Merit List Formulation	Based on Written Examination Aggregate	Normalization of Marks across Multiple Shifts if applicable, Consolidated Scoring from Domain Specialization and General Papers, Application of Vertical and Horizontal Reservation Rosters, Publication of Final Selection List and Allocation of Cadres

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Post of Assistant Engineer Civil under Jharkhand governance typically falls under Level 8 of the Pay Matrix as per the recommendations of the Pay Commission. The entry basic pay for this gazetted engineering cadre starts at Rs 47,600. Factoring in the current Dearness Allowance calculated at 53 percent, the DA amount adds Rs 25,228 to the monthly structure. House Rent Allowance is disbursed based on the city classification, generally averaging around 9 percent for Tier 3 locations, amounting to approximately Rs 4,284. Transport Allowance adds a fixed component along with applicable DA on it. The cumulative Gross Monthly Salary is approximately Rs 82,500. After mandatory deductions including the National Pension System contribution at 10 percent of basic plus DA, state insurance, and professional tax, the estimated in-hand net salary ranges between Rs 72,000 and Rs 74,000 per month, excluding annual increments and medical allowances.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Reservation policies for the Assistant Engineer Civil recruitment strictly adhere to the statutory guidelines issued via official directives and Department of Personnel and Training principles adapted for the state. Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes receive a statutory upper age relaxation of 5 years, while Other Backward Classes candidates are granted a 3-year relaxation. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities are entitled to a 10-year relaxation in the upper age limit. Economically Weaker Sections are accommodated through a 10 percent vertical quota in alignment with constitutional amendments. Furthermore, eligible women candidates across various categories benefit from fee concessions and horizontal reservation quotas as prescribed in the state recruitment rules.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — The Post of Assistant Engineer Civi

What is the expected qualifying cutoff for the Assistant Engineer Civil examination?

The qualifying cutoff varies annually depending on total vacancies, applicant volume, and paper difficulty, but general candidates typically require a minimum of 40 percent aggregate marks, with relaxed thresholds for reserved categories as per state norms.

Will there be a normalization process applied to the examination scores?

Yes, if the written examination is conducted across multiple shifts or days, standard normalization formulas approved by the recruitment board will be applied to ensure a level playing field for all candidates.

Is there any mandatory service bond required upon appointment?

Selected candidates are typically required to execute a service surety bond committing to serve the department for a specified minimum duration, failing which a predetermined penalty amount must be paid to the exchequer.

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

The newly appointed Assistant Engineer Civil officers are placed on a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their field performance, departmental training, and conduct are evaluated before confirmation.

Can diploma holders in civil engineering apply for this post?

No, the minimum educational qualification required for the Assistant Engineer Civil post is a Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university or institution; diploma holders are generally eligible for Junior Engineer posts.

What are the primary posting locations after final selection?

Selected candidates will be posted across various districts and headquarters within Jharkhand under different engineering departments such as Building Construction, Road Construction, or Water Resources, depending on administrative requirements.