KAWARDHA Recruitment Dossier

Assistant Store Officer

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Assistant Store Officer administered by KAWARDHA Authority (Tamil Nadu).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: KAWARDHA Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: Tamil Nadu

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Official Domain: kawardha.gov.in | Jurisdiction: Tamil Nadu

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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. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	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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Assistant State Examiner of Documents View	1 Openings	₹4500 (Level-4)	2024-11-22
Assistant State Examiner of Documents	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2025-02-28
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Active Procurement Tenders by KAWARDHA

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
For Supplying Cleaning Materials for Security Department Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
For Supplying Slotted Angle Steel Rack at Central Library Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
For Supplying Stationery Goods at Central Store Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Notive Inviting TENDER C O Link Road with Paver Block Near	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 Assistant Store Officer?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) 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 KAWARDHA Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

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

Log in to the candidate dashboard to select the Assistant Store Officer notification, fill in personal, educational, and experience details accurately, ensuring all data matches official government-issued identity documents.

Upload scanned copies of recent passport-sized photographs, signature, and essential certificates including caste, educational mark sheets, and experience letters in the specified format and size as per portal guidelines.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to remit the non-refundable application fee via credit card, debit card, or net banking, ensuring a transaction reference number is generated upon success.

Download the final submitted application form for personal records and monitor the portal periodically for the release of the hall ticket, which requires the OTR credentials for secure downloading.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Assistant Store Officer 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, Quantitative Aptitude, English Comprehension, and General Awareness with focus on current affairs and administrative procedures.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	150 Marks, 120 Minutes	Inventory Management, Supply Chain Logistics, Procurement Rules (GFR 2017), Store Accounting, Quality Control, and Public Procurement Regulations.
Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical	Qualifying Nature	Verification of original academic certificates, caste/category proof, experience letters, and a mandatory medical fitness examination by a government-authorized medical board.
Stage 4: Final Merit List	N/A	Preparation of final selection list based on aggregate performance in Stage 1 and Stage 2, subject to category-wise reservation and vacancy availability.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Assistant Store Officer role typically falls under Level 6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with a starting basic pay of INR 35,400. At a 53% DA rate, the allowance component is INR 18,762. HRA varies by city classification: X (27%), Y (18%), or Z (9%) of basic pay. Assuming Class Y city, HRA is INR 6,372. With a standard Transport Allowance of INR 3,600 plus DA thereon (INR 1,908), the gross monthly salary approximates INR 66,042. After mandatory NPS deduction (10% of Basic + DA = INR 5,416) and professional tax, the estimated in-hand salary is approximately INR 59,500 to 60,500. Under the 8th CPC, expectations include a potential fitment factor increase, likely raising the entry basic pay to align with revised inflationary indices, further enhancing the total emoluments for this administrative cadre.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The recruitment adheres to DoPT 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 eligible for 10 years of age relaxation. A 10% vertical quota is reserved for EWS candidates, provided they hold a valid income and asset certificate. Women candidates are often exempted from application fees or provided significant concessions as per state-specific administrative orders. All reservations are subject to the production of valid, current-year certificates issued by competent authorities, ensuring compliance with the constitutional framework for equitable public employment opportunities.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Assistant Store Officer

What is the typical cutoff trend for the Assistant Store Officer exam?

Cutoffs are dynamic, generally ranging between 65% to 75% of total marks depending on the difficulty level and the number of applicants.

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

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

Is there a mandatory service bond for this position?

Selected candidates may be required to sign a service bond for a specific duration, typically two to three years, as per the organization's internal policy.

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 to the permanent post.

Can the syllabus be downloaded from the portal?

Yes, the detailed syllabus is provided as an annexure in the official recruitment notification available on the Kawardha Authority website.

Are candidates eligible for posting outside the Kawardha region?

While the primary posting is within the Kawardha jurisdiction, the appointment letter usually includes a clause for transfer to any office under the authority's administrative control.