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Archive Order Procedure

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Archive Order Procedure administered by JKGAD Authority (Delhi).

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

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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

Related Active Openings under JKGAD

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Archive Order Price Pay	1 Openings	₹10,000 per month (Level-4)	2021-02-26
Archive Others	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2025-12-20
Associate Professor Sociology Ews Advt Cupb 22 23 002	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Associate Professor South and Central Asian Studies Ews Ur	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-08-13

Active Procurement Tenders by JKGAD

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Ten Ida 24 Remaining Work of Plug and Play Pre Fabricated Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Ten Ida 24 Misc Works in Different Industrial Areas Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Ten Ida 24 Construction of Hi Tech Display and Exhibition Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
20 Ten Ida 24 8211 Construction of Drainage Road 038 Other Works at 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 Archive Order Procedure?

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 JKGAD Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Navigate to the official JKGAD recruitment portal and initiate the One Time Registration (OTR) process by providing valid Aadhaar credentials, mobile number, and email ID to generate a unique candidate ID.

Log in using the generated credentials to access the Archive Order Procedure application form, ensuring all personal, educational, and category details match official certificates to avoid disqualification during document verification stages.

Upload scanned copies of recent passport-sized photographs, signature, and essential academic testimonials in the specified JPEG or PDF format, ensuring file sizes adhere strictly to the portal's technical size constraints.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to remit the non-refundable application fee via credit card, debit card, or net banking, ensuring the transaction status reflects as successful before closing the session.

Download the final submitted application form and the payment receipt for future reference, as these are mandatory for the subsequent admit card issuance and verification processes during the examination cycle.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Archive Order Procedure 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	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, and Basic English Comprehension.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	150 Marks, 150 Minutes	Archive management protocols, J&K administrative service rules, record preservation techniques, and digital documentation standards.
Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical	Qualifying Only	Verification of original academic certificates, caste/category status, and physical fitness standards as per state medical board requirements.
Stage 4: Final Merit List	N/A	Consolidated merit list based on aggregate performance in Stage 1 and Stage 2, subject to reservation roster compliance.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Archive Order Procedure cadre under JKGAD typically aligns with Level 6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. The entry basic pay is fixed at INR 35,400. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53 percent, the monthly DA component amounts to INR 18,762. House Rent Allowance (HRA) varies by city classification: X (27 percent), Y (18 percent), and Z (9 percent), calculated on the basic pay. Transport Allowance (TA) is provided based on the pay level and city tier. The gross monthly salary, including these allowances, approximates INR 60,000 to 65,000. After mandatory deductions, including 10 percent of basic plus DA for the National Pension System (NPS) and professional tax, the estimated in-hand salary ranges between INR 52,000 and 56,000. Future 8th CPC implementation is expected to revise these coefficients, likely enhancing the entry-level pay structure significantly to maintain parity with private sector compensation benchmarks.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment follows the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines and J&K reservation rules. SC and ST candidates receive a 5-year age relaxation, while OBC candidates are granted 3 years. PwBD candidates are entitled to a 10-year age relaxation and horizontal reservation. The EWS category is provided a 10 percent vertical quota in direct recruitment, subject to income and asset criteria. Women candidates are frequently granted fee concessions or exemptions to promote gender inclusivity. All reservations are subject to the production of valid, government-issued certificates at the time of document verification, ensuring adherence to constitutional mandates and state-specific administrative orders.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Archive Order Procedure

What is the typical cutoff trend for this examination?

Cutoffs are dynamic, generally ranging between 65 to 75 percent depending on the number of vacancies and the difficulty level of the domain-specific paper.

Is there a normalization process for multi-shift exams?

Yes, JKGAD employs a standard normalization formula to ensure parity across different shifts, mitigating variations in paper difficulty.

Is there a mandatory service bond for selected candidates?

Selected candidates are typically required to sign a service bond for a duration of two to three years, failing which a penalty amount must be remitted.

What is the duration of the probation period?

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

Can the syllabus be modified after the notification?

The authority reserves the right to update the syllabus, though major changes are rare and usually notified well in advance via official corrigendum.

What are the primary posting locations?

Postings are primarily within the J&K Secretariat or regional archive offices, with potential transfers across various districts based on administrative requirements.