District Administration Katni Recruitment 2026 — Official Vacancy Notification
Official recruitment notice issued by District Administration Katni for the post of Administrative & Technical Staff Cadre. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
Graduate / As specified in official notice. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
1. Computer Based Written Test (CBT), 2. Skill Test / Interview (Where Applicable), 3. Document Verification & Medical Fitness Test.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| District Disabled and Rehabilitation Center K | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Junior Administrative Assistant / Executive | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| s of District Disabled and Rehabilitation Cen | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| s of Office Assistant | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Procurement Scope | Est. Value | EMD Amount | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tender Notice - Katni (Tender: General Govern | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Katni (Tender: General Govern | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Katni (Tender: General Govern | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Katni (Tender: General Govern | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap
Navigate to the official Katni recruitment portal and complete the One Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid Aadhaar details, mobile number, and email address to generate a unique registration ID.
Log in using your credentials to access the specific recruitment dashboard, select the active notification, and fill in personal, educational, and category details with strict adherence to official certificates.
Upload scanned copies of recent passport-sized photographs, signature, and essential educational testimonials in the specified JPEG or PDF format, ensuring file sizes remain within the portal's prescribed upload limits.
Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to remit the non-refundable application fee via net banking, credit card, or UPI, ensuring you save the transaction reference number for future verification.
Submit the final application and download the confirmation page; monitor the portal regularly for the release of the admit card, which is issued approximately two weeks before the examination date.
Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework
The candidate evaluation matrix for Katni N/A Recruitment 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, Numerical Aptitude, and General Awareness concerning Madhya Pradesh and national current affairs. |
| Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization | 150 Marks, 120 Minutes | Technical proficiency related to the specific department, including administrative rules, office procedures, and relevant domain-specific laws. |
| Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical | Qualifying Only | Verification of original educational certificates, caste status, and physical fitness assessment by a government-authorized medical board. |
| Stage 4: Final Merit List | N/A | Compilation of scores from Stage 1 and Stage 2, adjusted for category-wise reservation and final seat availability. |
7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure
Recruitment in Katni under central or state administrative frameworks typically aligns with the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. For a standard entry-level Group C position at Level 1, the basic pay starts at 18,000 INR. With the current Dearness Allowance at 53 percent, the DA component is 9,540 INR. House Rent Allowance for Katni, categorized as a Class Z city, is 9 percent of basic pay, amounting to 1,620 INR. Transport Allowance is approximately 1,350 INR plus DA. The gross monthly salary is approximately 30,515 INR. After mandatory NPS deductions of 10 percent of basic plus DA (2,754 INR) and potential professional tax, the estimated in-hand net salary is approximately 27,500 INR. The 8th CPC implementation remains under government review, which may lead to a revised fitment factor and higher basic pay structures in the future.
Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines
Recruitment follows the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines. SC/ST candidates receive a 5-year age relaxation, while OBC-NCL candidates receive 3 years. PwBD candidates are entitled to a 10-year age relaxation. The EWS category is provided a 10 percent vertical reservation in direct recruitment. Women candidates, along with SC/ST and PwBD applicants, are typically granted full or partial fee concessions as per the specific notification. All reservations are subject to the production of valid, current-year certificates issued by the competent authority. Horizontal reservation for ex-servicemen and departmental candidates is applied as per existing statutory mandates.
Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Katni N/A Recruitment
Cutoffs vary annually based on the number of vacancies and difficulty level, typically ranging between 65 to 75 percent for the unreserved category.
Yes, if the examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard normalization formula is applied to ensure parity across different question paper difficulty levels.
Most administrative roles do not require a service bond, though certain technical or specialized departments may mandate a bond period of 2 to 3 years.
The standard probation period for central and state government employees is two years, during which performance and conduct are monitored.
No, the exam center allotted during the application process is final and cannot be changed under any circumstances.
While the recruitment is for Katni, the service rules usually include an all-India or state-wide transfer liability depending on the cadre hierarchy.