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Of Honoris Causa D Sc

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Of Honoris Causa D Sc administered by KARNATAKA Authority (Maharashtra).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: KARNATAKA Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-08-15 Posting Jurisdiction: Maharashtra

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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
Under Drti Act 2001	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-08-02
Under Rti Act 2005	1 Openings	Level-6 (₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400)	2023-06-26
Project Research Scientist I	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Registrar Pnrc	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by KARNATAKA

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Jul 10 2015 Central Library TENDER for Sweeping Cleaning Housekeeping	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Jul 15 2017 Guest House TENDER for Engagement of Caterer for Providing	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Jul 18 2016 Dept of Botany TENDER for Purchase of Equipment Closing 08	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Last Date for Submission of Bids Extended Upto 13 00 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 Of Honoris Causa D Sc?

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 2026-08-15. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from KARNATAKA Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official Karnataka Authority recruitment portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid personal credentials, email address, and active mobile number to generate a unique candidate ID.

Log in using OTR credentials to fill out the comprehensive application form, specifying academic qualifications, research publications, patents, and professional milestones relevant to the Honoris Causa D.Sc. cadre.

Upload scanned high-resolution copies of essential documents including doctoral degrees, identity proof, signature, and passport-sized photographs conforming strictly to the specified file formats and size limits.

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

Download the officially issued admit card and detailed examination schedule from the portal once the Karnataka Authority completes the preliminary screening of submitted applications and documents.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Of Honoris Causa D Sc 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 Research Portfolio Evaluation	100 Marks / Portfolio Review (No Exam)	H-index and Citation Analysis, Patents and Technology Transfers, Peer-reviewed Publications in High-impact Journals, Research Grants and Funding Secured
Stage 2: Domain Specialization and Technical Presentation	100 Marks / 60 Minutes	Advanced Scientific Methodologies, Strategic Research Vision for Karnataka, Interdisciplinary Innovation Frameworks, Emerging Technologies and Industry 4.0 Integration
Stage 3: Personal Interview and Viva Voce	50 Marks / 45 Minutes	Leadership and Institutional Governance, Ethical Research Practices, Policy Formulation in Higher Education, Global Academic Collaborations
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Fitness	Qualifying / Non-Graded	Verification of Original Academic Credentials, No Objection Certificate (NOC) from Current Employer, Character and Antecedents Verification, Standard Medical Fitness Examination

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The prestigious academic-scientific cadre of Honoris Causa D.Sc. under the Karnataka Authority is aligned with Level 15 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, representing the Higher Administrative Grade (HAG). The entry basic pay is established at Rs. 1,82,200 per month. With Dearness Allowance (DA) calculated at the current rate of 53% (Rs. 96,566), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% (Rs. 54,660), and Transport Allowance (TA) set at Rs. 7,200 plus DA thereon (totaling Rs. 11,016), the gross monthly salary amounts to approximately Rs. 3,44,442. After statutory deductions including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% on Basic plus DA (Rs. 27,877), Professional Tax (Rs. 200), and employee insurance schemes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at Rs. 3,14,000, ensuring a highly competitive compensation package for distinguished academic leaders.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The Karnataka Authority strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India, and state-specific mandates. Age relaxations are granted up to 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A vertical quota of 10% is reserved for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, women candidates and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee, promoting gender diversity and inclusivity across all academic and scientific cadres.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Of Honoris Causa D Sc

What is the minimum academic eligibility for the Honoris Causa D.Sc. cadre?

Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in a relevant scientific or technological discipline, accompanied by a minimum of 15 years of distinguished post-doctoral research experience and high-impact publications.

Is there a service bond or minimum commitment period for this position?

Yes, selected candidates are required to execute a service bond of three years or pay a stipulated amount in lieu of the bond before formal appointment.

What is the duration of the probation period for the selected officers?

The selected officers will undergo a mandatory probation period of one year, which may be extended by the competent authority based on performance evaluations.

How is the final merit list calculated for this recruitment?

The final merit list is compiled based on the cumulative scores of the Stage 2 Technical Presentation (60% weightage) and the Stage 3 Personal Interview (40% weightage).

Where will the primary posting location be for selected candidates?

The primary postings are at major state-run research institutes, universities, or administrative headquarters of the Karnataka Authority, primarily located in Bengaluru.

Is there any provision for normalization of marks across different sessions?

Since the selection process relies on portfolio evaluation and individual presentations rather than multi-session written exams, score normalization is not applicable for this cadre.