JNIMS Recruitment Dossier

Assistant Project Officer 1

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Assistant Project Officer 1 administered by JNIMS Authority (Kerala).

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

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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 JNIMS

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Assistant Project Co Ordinator	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-06-04
Assistant Project Officer	1 Openings	Level-10 (₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500)	2026-08-13
Block Program Officer Under Mgnrega 1	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-02-26
Block Program Officer Under Mgnrega	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by JNIMS

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
National Institute of Siddha Invites Tenders Through GEM Portal	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
National Lignite Index Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
National Thermal Power Corporation Ntpc Limited Invites You Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
For Providing of Running Water Alongwith Supply Installation of Ha 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 Project Officer 1?

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 JNIMS Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Visit the official JNIMS recruitment portal and complete the One Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid email, mobile number, and Aadhaar details to generate a unique candidate ID and password.

Log in using credentials to fill the detailed application form, ensuring all academic qualifications, experience certificates, and personal data match official documents to avoid disqualification during the verification process.

Upload scanned copies of recent passport-sized photographs, signature, and relevant testimonials in the specified format and size, ensuring all files are legible and meet the portal's technical resolution requirements.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to remit the non-refundable application fee via net banking, credit card, or UPI, and download the system-generated transaction receipt for future reference.

Submit the final application and print the confirmation page; monitor the portal regularly for the release of the admit card, which is issued 10-15 days prior to the scheduled examination.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Assistant Project Officer 1 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, 90 Minutes	General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension, and General Awareness with focus on current health sector policies.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	150 Marks, 120 Minutes	Project Management Frameworks, Public Procurement Rules (GFR 2017), Financial Management, and Hospital Administration protocols.
Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical	Qualifying Only	Verification of educational degrees, experience certificates, caste/category status, and physical fitness assessment as per government medical standards.
Stage 4: Final Merit List	N/A	Consolidated ranking based on aggregate scores from Stage 1 and Stage 2, subject to category-wise cutoff marks and vacancy availability.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Assistant Project Officer role at JNIMS typically aligns with Level 7 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with a starting Basic Pay of INR 44,900. At the current DA rate of 53%, the DA component is INR 23,797. HRA is calculated based on the city classification: 27% (X), 18% (Y), or 9% (Z) of basic pay. Assuming Class Y city, HRA is INR 8,082. Transport Allowance (TA) is approximately INR 3,600 plus DA thereon. The Gross Monthly Salary totals approximately INR 80,379. After mandatory deductions including NPS (10% of Basic plus DA) of INR 6,870 and professional tax, the estimated In-hand Net Salary ranges between INR 72,000 and 73,500 per month. This structure adheres to standard Central Government norms, subject to periodic revisions under the 8th CPC framework, ensuring competitive remuneration for administrative and project-based technical cadres within the organization.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The recruitment process strictly adheres to the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines. Age relaxation is provided as 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC-NCL, and 10 years for PwBD candidates. A 10% vertical reservation is earmarked for the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) category, subject to the production of a valid Income and Asset Certificate. Women candidates and those from reserved categories are granted fee concessions or exemptions as per prevailing government orders. All reservations are subject to the production of authentic certificates issued by competent authorities, and candidates must ensure their status is updated and valid at the time of application to claim these statutory benefits.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Assistant Project Officer 1

What is the typical cutoff trend for this position?

Cutoffs are determined by the difficulty level and number of applicants, typically ranging between 65% to 75% of total marks for the unreserved category.

Is there a normalization process for the exam?

Yes, if the examination is conducted in multiple shifts, normalization is applied to ensure parity across different difficulty levels of question papers.

Is there a mandatory service bond for this role?

Selected candidates may be required to sign a service bond for a specified duration, typically 2-3 years, to ensure commitment to the project tenure.

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 into the permanent service.

Can I request a change in the exam center?

No, exam centers are allocated based on candidate preference and administrative feasibility; requests for changes are generally not entertained.

Are the posting locations transferable?

Yes, as a project-based role, the posting is primarily at JNIMS, but the authority reserves the right to transfer personnel based on institutional requirements.