JKEPFO Recruitment Dossier

Assistant Professor Microbiology Obc Advt

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Assistant Professor Microbiology Obc Advt administered by JKEPFO Authority (Maharashtra).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: JKEPFO Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: ₹26 - 2025 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2025-07-18 Posting Jurisdiction: Maharashtra

Verified Sovereign Authority

JKEPFO Authority

Official Domain: jkepfo.gov.in | Jurisdiction: Maharashtra

Authority Dossier Hub

All JKEPFO Openings JKEPFO Tenders All Central & State Jobs In-Hand Salary Calculator 8th CPC Pay Estimator

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	₹26 - 2025 (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

Related Active Openings under JKEPFO

View All JKEPFO Posts

Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Appointment of Liaison Officers in Gst Customs Hyderabad Cadre Control Zo	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-08-13
Appointment of Nodal Officer to Take Care of Migrant Labourers of Other S	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-25
Appointment of Nodal Officers Not Below the Rank of Joint Secretary Addit	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-06-18
Assistant Professor Contractual Leave Vacancy English Ur 01	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by JKEPFO

View All Procurement Notices

Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Nib for the the Supply Installation Maintenance of Furniture Items Fo Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Nib Regarding Procurement of Router for Rajasthan Vidhan Sabha	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Nic TENDER Id 2026 Bhel 59589 1 TENDER E E243 2025 3500 W 1	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
125 Pr Bsptcl 2018 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 Professor Microbiology Obc Advt?

The sanctioned remuneration is ₹26 - 2025 (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 2025-07-18. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from JKEPFO Authority?

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

Explore verified public authorities and related career tracks across the national network:

Explore JKEPFO Authority Browse Central & State Jobs In-Hand Salary Calculator

Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Navigate to the official JKEPFO recruitment portal and initiate the One Time Registration (OTR) process by providing valid Aadhaar details, mobile number, and email address to generate unique login credentials.

Log in to the candidate dashboard, select the Assistant Professor Microbiology advertisement, and accurately fill in personal, academic, and category-specific details while ensuring all data matches official government identity documents.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including educational certificates, OBC-NCL certificate, experience letters, and a recent passport-sized photograph in the specified format and size as per the portal guidelines.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to remit the non-refundable application fee using net banking, credit card, or UPI, ensuring the transaction status is updated to success before final submission.

Download the final submitted application form and the payment receipt for future reference, and await the official notification regarding the release of admit cards via the registered email address.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Assistant Professor Microbiology Obc Advt 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: Computer Based Screening Test	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Aptitude, Reasoning, Data Interpretation, and Basic Microbiology Fundamentals.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	200 Marks, 180 Minutes	Advanced Bacteriology, Virology, Mycology, Immunology, Molecular Biology, and Clinical Diagnostic Techniques.
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical	Qualifying Only	Verification of OBC-NCL status, academic credentials, and physical fitness standards as per government norms.
Stage 4: Final Merit List	N/A	Cumulative scoring based on Stage 1 and Stage 2 performance, adjusted for reservation category quotas.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Assistant Professors in central institutions typically fall under Academic Level 10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. The entry basic pay is fixed at 57,700 INR. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53 percent, the DA component amounts to 30,581 INR. Assuming a Class X city, House Rent Allowance (HRA) is calculated at 27 percent of basic pay, totaling 15,579 INR. Transport Allowance (TA) for this level is approximately 3,600 INR plus applicable DA. The gross monthly salary is estimated at 1,09,460 INR. After mandatory deductions including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10 percent of basic plus DA (8,828 INR) and professional tax, the estimated in-hand net salary ranges between 95,000 and 98,000 INR per month, subject to specific state-level deductions and variations in city classification.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment follows the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines. OBC candidates are entitled to a 3-year age relaxation, while SC/ST candidates receive 5 years and PwBD candidates receive 10 years. The EWS category is provided a 10 percent vertical reservation, subject to the production of a valid Income and Asset Certificate. Women candidates and those from reserved categories often receive fee concessions or exemptions as per the specific advertisement notification. All reservations are subject to the production of authentic, government-issued certificates at the time of document verification, ensuring compliance with the constitutional framework for public employment.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Assistant Professor Microbiology Ob

What is the expected cutoff for the OBC category?

Cutoffs are determined post-examination based on the number of vacancies, difficulty level, and total candidates, typically ranging between 65 to 75 percent for competitive academic roles.

Is there a service bond for this position?

Yes, selected candidates are generally required to sign a service bond for a period of 2 to 3 years, failing which a specified penalty amount must be paid.

What is the duration of the probation period?

The standard probation period for Assistant Professor positions in central government organizations is 2 years, during which performance is monitored.

Will there be normalization of marks?

If the examination is conducted in multiple shifts, normalization will be applied using the standard formula to ensure parity across different difficulty levels.

Where will the posting be located?

Postings are typically pan-India based on organizational requirements, though candidates may indicate preferences during the final verification stage.

Can I change my category after submission?

No, category details provided during the OTR and application process are final and cannot be altered after the application window closes.