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Cjmc the Post Research Assistant

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Cjmc the Post Research Assistant administered by KAUSHAMBI Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: KAUSHAMBI Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2025-01-31 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
At Collector Rate	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-08-14
At Deputy Commissioner Office	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
At District and Block Level Pmay G	1 Openings	₹67,00,000 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Clarification As to Whether a Company Is Liable to Pay Tax Under	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2020-11-24

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
New Year 2018 Diary TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Newspaper Publishing TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Next Awarded TENDER Rarr	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Open TENDER for Finalization of Contractor for Operation	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 Cjmc the Post Research Assistant?

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 2025-01-31. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from KAUSHAMBI Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official Kaushambi Authority recruitment portal and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, a valid email address, and an active mobile number to generate login credentials.

Log in using OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, entering academic qualifications, professional experience, and preferred examination centers as per the official notification guidelines.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificates, degree transcripts, caste certificates, and a recent passport-sized photograph with signature, adhering strictly to the specified file size and format.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to remit the non-refundable application fee using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the generated transaction receipt for future reference.

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the admit card, which must be printed for exam day entry.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Cjmc the Post Research Assistant 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: Written Examination (Objective Type)	200 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness and Current Affairs, English Language and Comprehension
Stage 2: Domain-Specific Subject Test	100 Marks, 90 Minutes	Research Methodology, Statistical Analysis, Data Interpretation, Socio-Economic Development, Urban Planning Principles
Stage 3: Document Verification	Qualifying	Verification of Original Academic Degrees, Caste/Category Certificates, Identity Proofs, No Objection Certificate from current employer if applicable
Stage 4: Medical Examination and Final Merit	Qualifying	Standard Medical Fitness Test, Visual Acuity Test, Physical Fitness Assessment by Authorized Medical Board

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Research Assistant post at Kaushambi Authority is classified under Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, corresponding to a pre-revised Pay Band of PB-2 (Rs. 9,300-34,800) with a Grade Pay of Rs. 4,200. The entry-level basic pay is established at Rs. 35,400 per month. Factoring in the current Dearness Allowance (DA) rate of 53% (amounting to Rs. 18,762), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Y cities at 18% (Rs. 6,372), and Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 1,800 plus DA (totaling Rs. 2,754), the gross monthly salary is estimated at Rs. 63,288. Deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) at 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 5,416) and professional tax yield a net in-hand monthly salary of approximately Rs. 57,500. This structure aligns with the 8th CPC projections for future revisions.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The recruitment process strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Vertical reservation is implemented with a 10% quota for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), alongside mandated percentages for Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Other Backward Classes (OBC). Age relaxation is granted as per rules: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Horizontal reservation is applicable for women, ex-servicemen, and meritorious sports persons, with fee concessions provided to women and reserved category applicants.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Cjmc the Post Research Assistant

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the written examination?

The minimum qualifying marks are 40% for General/EWS candidates, 35% for OBC, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates, though actual cutoffs depend on vacancy ratios and overall performance.

Will there be normalization of marks across different shifts?

Yes, if the examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard equipercentile normalization method will be applied to ensure equity and balance variations in difficulty levels.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement for this post?

No, there is no mandatory service bond, but selected candidates must serve a mandatory probation period before being confirmed into permanent service.

What is the duration of the probation period for a Research Assistant?

The selected candidates will undergo a probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and suitability for the cadre will be closely evaluated.

What is the primary focus of the domain-specific syllabus?

The syllabus focuses heavily on Research Methodology, including qualitative and quantitative data collection, statistical tools, hypothesis testing, and report writing relevant to urban development.

Where will the final posting of the selected Research Assistants be?

The selected candidates will be posted at the headquarters or regional offices of the Kaushambi Authority, with duties primarily involving urban research and data analysis.