JKGAD Recruitment Dossier

Archive Others

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Archive Others administered by JKGAD Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: JKGAD Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2025-12-20 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

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 Order Procedure	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
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 Others?

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 2025-12-20. 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 recruitment portal of the JKGAD Authority, locate the candidate registration link, and create a secure profile using a valid email address and mobile number to obtain login credentials.

Complete the One Time Registration process by entering comprehensive personal details, academic qualifications, and permanent address particulars, ensuring all data aligns strictly with official identity certificates.

Upload scanned copies of recent passport-size photographs, signatures, category certificates, and educational marksheets adhering strictly to the specified dimension, format, and file size parameters outlined in the guidelines.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to remit the requisite application fee via net banking, credit card, debit card, or UPI, and securely download the final transaction receipt upon successful completion.

Monitor the portal regularly for announcement of the examination schedule, log in using registered credentials to download the hall ticket or admit card once issued, and print multiple copies for verification.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Archive Others 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 English and Comprehension, General Awareness and Current Events of National and International Importance, Basic Quantitative Aptitude and Numerical Ability, General Reasoning and Logical Deduction
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Paper	150 Marks, 150 Minutes	Principles of Archival Administration and Records Management, History, Culture, and Heritage Preservation of Jammu and Kashmir, Library and Information Science Fundamentals, Digitization and Electronic Record Keeping Protocols
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying Nature	Original Educational Certificate Verification, Caste, Domicile, and Category Validity Checks, Physical Fitness and Medical Board Assessment, Character and Antecedent Verification by Law Enforcement Agencies
Stage 4: Final Merit List and Allocation	Based on Stage 1 and Stage 2 Aggregate	Normalization of Scores across Multiple Shifts if Applicable, Application of Vertical and Horizontal Reservation Rules, Final Selection List Publication, Cadre Allocation and Issuance of Offer of Appointment

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Archive Others cadre under JKGAD Authority is governed by the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix, typically positioned at Level 4 with a Pay Band of Rs 5200 to 20200 plus Grade Pay of Rs 2400, resulting in an entry basic pay of Rs 25500. Calculating total emoluments involves Dearness Allowance currently pegged at 53 percent of basic pay amounting to Rs 13515, and House Rent Allowance ranging variably across classifications from 9 to 27 percent depending on the posting city. Transport Allowance includes a base amount plus applicable DA on TA. This aggregates to a Gross Monthly Salary of approximately Rs 42000 to Rs 45000. After mandatory statutory deductions towards the National Pension System or Provident Fund and professional taxes, the estimated in-hand net salary ranges between Rs 37000 and Rs 40000 per month, subject to annual increments and periodic DA revisions.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Reservation policies for the JKGAD Authority recruitment strictly adhere to Department of Personnel and Training Office Memorandum guidelines and statutory provisions applicable to Union Territories and Central establishments. Vertical reservations are implemented for Scheduled Castes allowing a 5-year upper age relaxation, Scheduled Tribes with a 5-year relaxation, and Other Backward Classes with a 3-year relaxation. Economically Weaker Sections enjoy a 10 percent vertical quota subject to income and asset certificate verification. Horizontal reservations provide up to 10 years of age relaxation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities across various categories. Furthermore, women candidates and applicants belonging to reserved SC, ST, and PwBD categories are granted full or partial fee concessions as per the notification.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Archive Others

What is the anticipated cutoff trend for the Archive Others examination?

Cutoffs vary annually based on the total number of vacancies, applicant pool size, and paper difficulty. General category cutoffs typically range between 68 to 75 percent, with relaxed thresholds for reserved categories.

Is normalization applied if the examination is conducted across multiple shifts?

Yes, standard statistical normalization formulas approved by examining bodies are applied to adjust for variations in difficulty levels across different shifts to ensure absolute fairness.

Is there a mandatory service bond or training bond required upon appointment?

Selected candidates are generally required to execute a service bond undertaking to serve the JKGAD Authority for a specified minimum duration, failing which a predetermined liquidated damages amount is payable.

What is the duration of the probation period for newly appointed candidates?

Newly recruited personnel are placed on a mandatory probation period of two years from the date of joining, during which their performance, conduct, and suitability for the cadre are continuously evaluated.

Where can I find the detailed official syllabus and reference book lists?

The comprehensive syllabus is detailed in the official recruitment notification published on the JKGAD Authority web portal. Candidates should rely strictly on standard textbooks covering archival science and general studies.

What are the typical posting locations for candidates selected under this cadre?

Selected candidates are primarily posted at state archives, secretariats, administrative departments, and regional record repositories located across the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.