KATIHAR Recruitment Dossier

Circular Details of Officers in the Rank of Us Dd Equivalent

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Circular Details of Officers in the Rank of Us Dd Equivalent administered by KATIHAR Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: KATIHAR 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
Asst Professors Guest Faculties	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
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Asstt Director Ol in the Iimc	1 Openings	Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900)	2026-08-13
Circular Details of Officers in the Rank of Us Dd Equivalent 1	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2025-08-12

Active Procurement Tenders by KATIHAR

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
National Competitive Bidding for Procurement of Desktop	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
National Institute of Siddha Invites Tenders Through GEM Portal from Rep	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
National Lignite Index Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Open TENDER for Rodent Rat and Mice Feed Breeding with Coa	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 Circular Details of Officers in the Rank of Us Dd Equivalent?

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 KATIHAR Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Candidates must visit the official Katihar Authority recruitment portal to complete the One Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid Aadhaar details, mobile number, and email address for credential verification.

Log in using generated credentials to access the specific recruitment dashboard, select the Under Secretary/Deputy Director vacancy, and fill in personal, educational, and professional experience details with absolute accuracy.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including educational certificates, caste proof, and experience letters in the prescribed JPEG/PDF format, ensuring file sizes adhere to the portal's technical specifications.

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 before exiting.

Download the final submitted application form and keep the transaction reference number safe, as the authority will issue admit cards exclusively through the portal dashboard prior to the examination.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Circular Details of Officers in the Rank of Us Dd Equivalent 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	200 Marks / 150 Minutes	General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension, and Current Affairs of National Importance.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	300 Marks / 180 Minutes	Public Administration, Financial Rules (GFR), Establishment Procedures, and Constitutional Framework of India.
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical	Qualifying Nature	Verification of original academic credentials, service records, and fitness assessment as per government medical standards.
Stage 4: Final Merit List	N/A	Consolidated merit list based on aggregate performance in Stage 1 and Stage 2, subject to category-wise reservation norms.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Officers in the rank of Under Secretary or Deputy Director equivalent typically fall under Level 11 or Level 12 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. For Level 11, the entry basic pay is 67,700 INR. With the current Dearness Allowance at 53 percent, the DA component amounts to 35,881 INR. House Rent Allowance varies by city classification, with X-class cities receiving 27 percent (18,279 INR). Transport Allowance for this level is 7,200 INR plus applicable DA. The gross monthly salary approximates 1,29,060 INR. After mandatory deductions including NPS (10 percent of Basic plus DA) and professional tax, the estimated in-hand net salary ranges between 1,05,000 and 1,12,000 INR. The 8th CPC is expected to introduce a revised fitment factor, potentially increasing the basic pay by 20 to 25 percent, further enhancing the overall compensation structure for these administrative cadres.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The recruitment process strictly adheres to DoPT guidelines regarding reservation policies. SC and ST candidates receive a 5-year age relaxation, while OBC-NCL candidates are granted 3 years. PwBD candidates are entitled to a 10-year age relaxation. The EWS category is provided a 10 percent vertical reservation quota in accordance with the 103rd Constitutional Amendment. Women candidates and those from reserved categories are eligible for fee concessions or complete exemptions as per the specific notification. All claims for reservation must be supported by valid certificates issued by competent authorities, ensuring compliance with the roster points defined for the specific cadre strength under the Katihar Authority jurisdiction.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Circular Details of Officers in the

What is the typical cutoff trend for this cadre?

Cutoffs are determined based on the number of vacancies and candidate performance, generally fluctuating 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 difficulty levels.

Is there a mandatory service bond?

Selected officers may be required to sign a service bond for a duration of two to three years, failing which a specified penalty amount is applicable.

What is the duration of the probation period?

The standard probation period for Under Secretary and equivalent ranks is two years, during which performance is monitored for confirmation.

Can the syllabus be modified by the authority?

The authority reserves the right to update the syllabus to align with evolving administrative requirements, provided such changes are notified well in advance.

What are the primary posting locations?

Postings are primarily within the Katihar Authority jurisdiction, though officers may be transferred to regional offices based on administrative exigencies.