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Associate Professor

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Associate Professor administered by KANGPOKPI Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: KANGPOKPI Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-08-12 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. 25,500 - 29,200 (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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Nml Eng Wsm Enit 2023 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Associate Professor?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (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 2026-08-12. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from KANGPOKPI Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Candidates must visit the official Kangpokpi Authority recruitment portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, a valid email address, and an active mobile number.

Log in with OTR credentials to fill out the detailed academic profile, including graduation, post-graduation, Ph.D. details, and calculate the Academic Performance Indicator (API) score as per UGC norms.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including educational certificates, experience letters, research publications, and category certificates, strictly adhering to the specified file size and format guidelines.

Proceed to the secure online payment gateway to pay the application fee using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and save the generated transaction receipt for future reference.

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page, and regularly check the portal for the release of the admit card and screening test schedule.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Associate Professor 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: Academic Screening and API Evaluation	100 Marks / Screening Phase	UGC Regulations on Minimum Qualifications, Research Publications in Scopus/UGC-CARE Journals, Teaching and Post-Doctoral Experience, Sponsored Projects and Patents
Stage 2: Domain Knowledge Written Test	200 Marks / 180 Minutes	Advanced Subject-Matter Specialization, Research Methodology and Quantitative Techniques, Higher Education System Governance, Pedagogical Methods and ICT in Education
Stage 3: Seminar Presentation and Personal Interview	100 Marks / 45 Minutes	Domain Research Proposal Defense, Classroom Communication and Teaching Demonstration, Academic Vision and Leadership Skills, Current Trends in Higher Education
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying / No Marks	Verification of Original Academic Degrees, NOC from Current Employer, Caste and Category Validity Certificates, Standard Civil Medical Fitness Standards

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Associate Professor cadre under the Kangpokpi Authority is positioned at Academic Level 13A of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, featuring a substantial Entry Basic Pay of Rs. 1,31,400. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) calculated at 53% (Rs. 69,642), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) set at Class Z rate of 9% (Rs. 11,826) for this region, the allowances are highly competitive. Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), totaling Rs. 5,508. This culminates in a robust Gross Monthly Salary of approximately Rs. 2,18,376. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 20,104) and professional taxes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 1,97,000, offering an attractive remuneration package aligned with premier higher education standards.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment under the Kangpokpi Authority strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Vertical reservation allocates 15% for SC, 7.5% for ST, 27% for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and 10% for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Age relaxation is granted up to 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). In compliance with central mandates, women candidates across all categories are exempted from paying the application fee, ensuring equal opportunity and promoting gender diversity in higher education.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Associate Professor

What is the minimum API score required for shortlisting to the interview stage?

Candidates must meet the minimum API score criteria specified under UGC Regulations 2018 for Academic Level 13A, which is evaluated by a screening committee before written test shortlisting.

Will there be normalization of marks for the written examination?

Yes, if the written test for any specific subject is conducted across multiple shifts, a standard percentile-based normalization method will be applied to ensure equity.

Is there a service bond required upon joining as an Associate Professor?

No service bond is mandated, but selected candidates must execute a standard service agreement to serve for a minimum of one academic year from the date of joining.

What is the duration of the probation period for this post?

The selected candidates will be on a probation period of one year, which may be extended by another year subject to satisfactory performance and service reviews.

Does the written test syllabus align with UGC-NET or CSIR-NET?

Yes, the core domain syllabus is highly aligned with the UGC-NET/CSIR-NET syllabus for respective subjects, supplemented by advanced research methodology and higher education governance topics.

Where will the primary posting location be for selected candidates?

The primary posting will be in the government-run higher education institutions and colleges under the jurisdiction of the Kangpokpi Authority in Manipur.