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Circular Seeking Details of Officers of Us Dd and Above Rank

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Circular Seeking Details of Officers of Us Dd and Above Rank administered by KATNI Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: KATNI Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-06-30 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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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Circular Seeking Details of Officers of Us Dd and Above Rank?

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 2026-06-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from KATNI Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain katni.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 KATNI recruitment portal to complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process by providing valid Aadhaar credentials, mobile number, and email address for system verification.

Post-OTR, applicants must log in to the dashboard, select the specific notification for US/DD rank, and fill in personal, educational, and service history details as per official service records.

Upload scanned copies of recent passport-sized photographs, signature, and essential service certificates in prescribed formats, ensuring file sizes remain within the specified 50KB to 200KB limit for portal compatibility.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to remit the non-refundable application fee via net banking, credit card, or UPI, ensuring the transaction reference number is saved for future verification.

Upon successful submission, candidates must download the final application form and monitor the portal for the release of the admit card, which is issued 15 days prior to the examination.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Circular Seeking Details of Officers of Us Dd and Above Rank 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, 90 Minutes	General Intelligence, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and Current Affairs of National Importance.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	200 Marks, 180 Minutes	Administrative Law, CCS Rules, Financial Regulations, Establishment Procedures, and Public Policy Implementation.
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical	Qualifying Only	Verification of service records, educational degrees, caste certificates, and medical fitness as per Central Government standards.
Stage 4: Merit List	N/A	Final selection based on aggregate scores of Stage 1 and Stage 2, subject to reservation roster compliance.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Officers at the US/DD rank typically fall under Level 11 or 12 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. For Level 11, the entry basic pay is 67,700 INR. With current DA at 53 percent (35,881 INR), HRA for Class X cities at 27 percent (18,279 INR), and TA (approx 7,200 INR plus DA), the gross monthly salary reaches approximately 1,29,060 INR. After mandatory NPS deductions (10 percent of Basic plus DA) and professional tax, the estimated in-hand salary is approximately 1,12,000 INR. The 8th CPC is expected to introduce a fitment factor, likely increasing the basic pay by 20 to 25 percent, which will further enhance the gross emoluments and allowances. This structure adheres to standard Central Government norms for Group A gazetted officers, ensuring parity across all administrative departments under the KATNI Authority mandate.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The recruitment adheres strictly to DoPT OM guidelines regarding reservation. SC/ST candidates receive a 5-year age relaxation, while OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates are granted 3 years. PwBD candidates are entitled to 10 years of age relaxation. The EWS category is provided a 10 percent vertical reservation quota in accordance with the 103rd Constitutional Amendment. Women candidates are exempted from application fees as per government welfare policies. All reservations are subject to the production of valid, current-year certificates issued by competent authorities. The roster points are calculated based on the total cadre strength of the KATNI Authority to ensure equitable representation across all protected classes.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Circular Seeking Details of Officer

What is the typical cutoff for the US/DD rank examination?

Cutoffs are determined post-examination based on the number of vacancies and difficulty level, typically ranging between 65 to 75 percent for the unreserved category.

Is there a normalization process for the computer-based test?

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

Is there a mandatory service bond for selected officers?

Selected candidates may be required to execute a service bond for a period of two years, failing which they must reimburse the training costs incurred.

What is the duration of the probation period?

The standard probation period for Group A officers under the KATNI Authority is two years, subject to satisfactory performance and clearance of departmental exams.

Can candidates request a change in the examination center?

No, requests for change of examination center are not entertained once the admit card is issued; candidates must appear at the allotted venue.

Are postings limited to specific regions?

Postings are subject to the administrative requirements of the KATNI Authority and can be across any of its regional offices throughout India.