KANNURUNIVERSITY Recruitment Dossier

Cao Ce Ee Jun

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Cao Ce Ee Jun administered by KANNURUNIVERSITY Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: KANNURUNIVERSITY Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 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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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Associate Professor Geography St Advt Cupb 22 23 002 14 09 2	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Associate Professor Geography Ur Advt Cupb 22 23 002 22 09 2	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Nml Eng Wsm Enit 2025 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Nml Eng Wsm Enit 2024 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Nml Eng Wsm Enit 2024 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Oct 04 2016 Dept of Physics TENDER for 1 Server	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 Cao Ce Ee Jun?

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 2026-09-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from KANNURUNIVERSITY Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official Kannur University recruitment portal and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, a valid email address, and an active mobile number to generate login credentials.

Log in using the generated credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying the target cadre (CAO, CE, EE, or JE) and entering comprehensive academic and professional experience details.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificates, degree transcripts, professional experience letters, and caste or category certificates, adhering strictly to the prescribed file size and format guidelines.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online through the integrated payment gateway using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the generated fee receipt for future reference.

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the official admit card prior to the scheduled examination date.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Cao Ce Ee Jun 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: Written Competitive Examination	150 Marks / 150 Minutes	General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language Proficiency, General Awareness, and Kerala Service Rules (KSR).
Stage 2: Cadre-Specific Domain Specialization	100 Marks / 120 Minutes	For Engineering (CE/EE/JE): Civil/Electrical Engineering, Project Management, and Estimation. For CAO: Financial Accounting, Auditing, University Acts, and Statutes.
Stage 3: Professional Interview and Viva-Voce	50 Marks / 30 Minutes	Assessment of leadership capabilities, administrative acumen, problem-solving skills, knowledge of university administration, and communication skills.
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying / Non-Graded	Verification of original academic degrees, experience certificates, category claims, and assessment of physical fitness by an authorized medical board.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for the administrative and engineering cadres (CAO, CE, EE, and JE) at Kannur University spans from 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 6 (Entry Basic Pay INR 35,400 for Junior Engineers) to Level 12 (Entry Basic Pay INR 78,800 for Chief Engineers/CAO). Factoring in the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53%, the DA amounts to INR 18,762 for Level 6 and INR 41,764 for Level 12. House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Y cities (like Kannur) is calculated at 18%, yielding INR 6,372 to INR 14,184. Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at INR 3,600 plus DA. The resulting Gross Monthly Salary ranges from approximately INR 65,000 (JE) to INR 1,42,000 (CE). After statutory deductions including 10% NPS (Basic + DA) and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary ranges from INR 58,000 for Junior Engineers to INR 1,26,000 for senior executive cadres.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Kannur University strictly adheres to the reservation policies mandated by the Government of Kerala and DoPT guidelines. Age relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates, and up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) in direct recruitment. Women candidates are eligible for fee concessions and age relaxations as per state government norms. All reservation benefits are contingent upon the submission of valid, updated certificates issued by competent revenue authorities.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Cao Ce Ee Jun

What are the minimum qualifying cutoff marks for the written examination?

The minimum qualifying cutoff marks are 40% for General/EWS candidates, 35% for OBC candidates, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates in each individual paper.

Is there a normalization process applied to the examination scores?

Yes, if the written examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard equipercentile normalization method will be applied to ensure equity across different difficulty levels.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement for these posts?

Selected candidates for the executive cadres (CAO, CE, EE) must execute a service bond to serve the university for a minimum period of three years from their date of joining.

What is the duration of the probation period for newly recruited officers?

The selected candidates will be on a probation period of two years within a continuous period of three years, during which their performance and conduct will be closely evaluated.

Where will the primary posting locations be for these cadres?

The primary postings will be at the main campus of Kannur University in Thavakkara, or across its multi-campus jurisdictions located in Mangattuparamba, Payyanur, Nileshwaram, and Mananthavady.

Are candidates from other states eligible to apply for these university positions?

Yes, citizens of India from all states are eligible to apply, but reservation benefits and age relaxations are strictly reserved for candidates possessing Kerala domicile certificates.