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Associate Professor of Psychiatric Social Work

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Associate Professor of Psychiatric Social Work administered by KARUR Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: KARUR Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-08-14 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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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Nagar Palika Nainital Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Nagar Panchayat Bidhuna Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Nulm Footpath TENDER Rarr	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Online TENDER of the Item Code 01 Co Analyzer	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 Associate Professor of Psychiatric Social Work?

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 2026-08-14. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from KARUR Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Visit the official KARUR Authority recruitment portal and complete the One Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid Aadhaar details, mobile number, and email ID to generate unique login credentials.

Log in to the candidate dashboard, select the Associate Professor vacancy, and fill the detailed application form with academic qualifications, research publications, and professional experience as per UGC guidelines.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including PhD degree, NET/SET certificates, caste certificates, and recent passport-sized photographs in the specified format and size as per the notification instructions.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to remit the non-refundable application fee via credit card, debit card, or net banking, ensuring the transaction status is updated to success before submission.

Download the final submitted application form and print the receipt for future reference; admit cards will be issued online via the portal 15 days prior to the examination date.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Associate Professor of Psychiatric Social Work 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, 120 Minutes	General Aptitude, Research Methodology, Teaching Aptitude, and Current Affairs related to Public Health and Social Welfare policies.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	200 Marks, 180 Minutes	Advanced Psychiatric Social Work, Clinical Psychology, Psychopathology, Social Case Work, Group Therapy, and Mental Health Act 2017.
Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical	Qualifying Only	Verification of original academic credentials, research publications, experience certificates, and a mandatory medical fitness examination by a government-authorized board.
Stage 4: Final Merit List	N/A	Consolidated merit list based on weighted scores from the written examination and academic performance indicators as per statutory recruitment rules.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The position of Associate Professor of Psychiatric Social Work typically falls under Academic Level 13A of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of Rs 1,31,400. At a current DA rate of 53%, the DA component amounts to Rs 69,642. HRA varies by city classification: 27% (X), 18% (Y), or 9% (Z) of basic pay. Assuming Class X city, HRA is Rs 35,478. Transport Allowance (TA) is approximately Rs 7,200 plus DA thereon. The gross monthly salary is estimated at Rs 2,47,000. After mandatory NPS deduction (10% of Basic + DA) and professional tax, the estimated in-hand salary ranges between Rs 2,10,000 and Rs 2,20,000. The 8th CPC is expected to revise these structures, likely introducing a higher fitment factor, further enhancing the total emoluments for this senior academic cadre.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The recruitment adheres to DoPT OM guidelines, providing age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC-NCL, and 10 years for PwBD candidates. A 10% vertical reservation is strictly implemented for EWS candidates, subject to the production of a valid Income and Asset Certificate. Women candidates and PwBD applicants are granted fee concessions or exemptions as per government norms. All reservations are subject to the production of valid certificates issued by competent authorities at the time of document verification. The authority maintains a roster-based reservation system to ensure equitable representation across all categories in accordance with the Constitution of India.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Associate Professor of Psychiatric

What is the typical qualifying cutoff for the written examination?

The qualifying cutoff is generally 40% for General, 35% for OBC, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD categories, subject to the final merit list requirements.

Is there a normalization process for the examination?

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

Is there a mandatory service bond for this position?

Selected candidates may be required to execute a service bond for a specified period, typically 2 to 3 years, as per the institution's internal policy.

What is the duration of the probation period?

The standard probation period for an Associate Professor cadre is two years, during which performance is monitored before confirmation of service.

Where will the posting be located?

Postings are generally within the jurisdiction of the KARUR Authority, though candidates must be willing to serve at any designated facility under the authority.

Can I change my category after submitting the application?

No, category claims made during the application process are final and cannot be altered after the submission deadline under any circumstances.