Kerala • Kannur

Kannur of Handhold Support Engineer Recruitment

Official recruitment notice issued by Kannur for the post of The District Project Manager DeGS & KSITM. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.

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Portal: kannur.nic.in

Key Recruitment Specifications

Total Vacancies
1 Posts
Pay Scale / Salary
Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)
Age Criteria
18 to 30 Years
Application Deadline
2026-09-30

Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation

URTotal
11
Crucial Recruitment Schedule
Online Registration Starts2018-05-20
Application Deadline2026-09-30

Essential Educational Qualification

B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), Diploma / Technical Certificate, 10th / Matriculation (High School). Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.

Selection Methodology

Personal Interview.

Frequently Asked Questions

The last date for submitting online applications is 2026-09-30. Candidates are advised to complete registration before the cutoff date to avoid portal traffic.
The remuneration is structured as Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4). Selected candidates are also eligible for Central/State Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and statutory pension contributions.
Applicants must possess B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), Diploma / Technical Certificate, 10th / Matriculation (High School). Candidates must ensure certificates and degrees are issued prior to the application cutoff.
The selection methodology involves: Personal Interview.
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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

1

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

2

Log in to the candidate dashboard to fill the detailed application form, ensuring all personal, educational, and experience details match official certificates exactly to avoid rejection during the verification stage.

3

Upload scanned copies of recent passport-sized photographs, signature, and essential academic certificates in the specified JPEG or PDF format, ensuring file sizes remain within the portal's prescribed technical limits.

4

Complete the application fee payment via the integrated payment gateway using net banking, credit, or debit cards, and retain the system-generated transaction reference number for future verification and tracking.

5

Download the final submitted application form and monitor the portal periodically for the official notification regarding the release of admit cards, which are issued only to successfully registered candidates.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Kannur of Handhold Support Engineer Recruitment is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam PaperWeightage & DurationCore Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Computer Based Screening 100 Marks, 90 Minutes General Intelligence, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and General Awareness with a focus on current affairs and basic computer literacy.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization 150 Marks, 120 Minutes Hardware troubleshooting, network configuration, operating system maintenance, server management, and cybersecurity protocols relevant to handhold support operations.
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical Qualifying Only Verification of original educational, caste, and experience certificates followed by a mandatory medical fitness examination as per government standards.
Stage 4: Final Merit List N/A Consolidated merit list based on combined performance in Stage 1 and Stage 2, subject to category-wise cutoff marks and vacancy availability.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Handhold Support Engineer role typically aligns with Level 6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of 35,400 INR. At a 53 percent Dearness Allowance rate, the DA component is 18,762 INR. House Rent Allowance varies by city classification: 27 percent for X, 18 percent for Y, and 9 percent for Z cities. Assuming Y-class city posting, HRA is 6,372 INR. Transport Allowance is 3,600 INR plus applicable DA. The gross monthly salary approximates 65,000 INR. After mandatory National Pension System (NPS) deductions of 10 percent of basic plus DA (approx 5,416 INR) and professional tax, the estimated in-hand net salary is approximately 58,000 to 59,000 INR. This structure adheres to standard central government guidelines for technical support cadres, ensuring parity with similar engineering support roles across various ministries and departments under the 7th CPC framework.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The recruitment process strictly adheres to Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandum guidelines. Statutory age relaxation is provided: 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC-NCL, and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10 percent vertical reservation is implemented for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) in accordance with constitutional amendments. Furthermore, female candidates and specific reserved categories are granted full or partial fee concessions to promote inclusive participation. All reservations are subject to the production of valid, government-issued certificates at the time of document verification, ensuring compliance with the prevailing central reservation roster policies.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Kannur of Handhold Support Engineer

What is the typical cutoff trend for this recruitment?

Cutoffs are determined based on the difficulty level of the paper and the number of applicants, typically ranging between 65 to 75 percent for the unreserved category.

Is there a normalization process for the exam?

Yes, if the examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard normalization formula is applied to ensure parity across different question paper difficulty levels.

Is there a mandatory service bond for this position?

Selected candidates may be required to sign a service bond for a specific duration, typically two to three years, as per the organization's internal policy.

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 change my exam center after submission?

No, exam centers are allotted based on preferences provided during application and cannot be changed once the final submission is processed.

Are candidates eligible for all-India posting?

Yes, as this is a central government-linked role, candidates are liable to be posted anywhere within India based on organizational requirements.