KASGANJ Recruitment Dossier

Associate Town and Country Planner Assistant Town Planner Gr I and Assis

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Associate Town and Country Planner Assistant Town Planner Gr I and Assis administered by KASGANJ Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: KASGANJ 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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Official Domain: kasganj.dcourts.gov.in | 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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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Associate Town and Country Planner Assistant Town Planner Gr I and Assis?

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 KASGANJ Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Navigate to the official Kasganj Authority recruitment portal and complete the One Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid email, mobile number, and Aadhaar details to generate a unique candidate ID.

Log in using the generated credentials to access the specific recruitment dashboard, select the Assistant Town Planner notification, and fill in personal, educational, and professional experience details accurately.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including educational certificates, category proof, and a recent passport-sized photograph in the specified format and size as per the technical guidelines provided.

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 successful.

Download the final submitted application form and the payment receipt for future reference, and monitor the portal periodically for the release of the hall ticket/admit card before the exam.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Associate Town and Country Planner Assistant Town Planner Gr I and Assis 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: Preliminary Screening	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, and English Language proficiency.
Stage 2: Domain Specialization	200 Marks, 180 Minutes	Urban Planning, Town and Country Planning Act, GIS, Remote Sensing, and Municipal Laws.
Stage 3: Document Verification	Qualifying Nature	Verification of academic credentials, caste certificates, and professional experience certificates.
Stage 4: Final Merit List	Based on Stage 1 and 2	Consolidated merit list based on aggregate performance in the screening and domain-specific examinations.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The position of Assistant Town Planner (Grade I) typically falls under Level 10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with a basic pay starting at Rs 56,100. At the current DA rate of 53%, the DA component is Rs 29,733. Assuming a Class Z city for Kasganj, HRA is calculated at 9% of basic pay, amounting to Rs 5,049. Including a Transport Allowance of Rs 3,600 plus applicable DA on TA, the gross monthly salary approximates Rs 96,381. After mandatory NPS deductions (10% of Basic plus DA) and professional tax, the estimated in-hand salary ranges between Rs 82,000 and Rs 85,000. While the 8th CPC is under deliberation, any future implementation will likely adjust the fitment factor, further enhancing the basic pay structure and associated allowances for this gazetted cadre, ensuring competitive remuneration aligned with state-level urban planning authorities.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment follows the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines and state-specific reservation acts. SC/ST candidates receive a 5-year age relaxation, while OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates are granted 3 years. PwBD candidates are eligible for 10 years of age relaxation. A 10% vertical reservation is mandated for EWS candidates, subject to income and asset criteria. Women candidates are often provided fee concessions or exemptions as per state government policy. All reservations are subject to the production of valid, current-year certificates issued by competent authorities. Candidates must ensure their category status is declared accurately during the OTR process, as changes are generally not permitted after the final submission of the application form.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Associate Town and Country Planner

What is the typical cutoff trend for this role?

Cutoffs vary based on the number of vacancies and applicant volume, typically ranging between 65% to 75% 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?

Selected candidates may be required to sign a service bond for a specific duration, usually two to three years, to ensure retention.

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 of service.

Will the syllabus be updated for the current cycle?

The syllabus is strictly based on the official notification; candidates should focus on the core urban planning modules specified in the annexure.

What are the likely posting locations?

Postings are primarily within the jurisdiction of the Kasganj Authority, though candidates may be transferred to other urban development departments within the state.