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At Jjb

Official gazetted recruitment notification for At Jjb administered by KERALANEWS Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: KERALANEWS 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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Chatian Gp for Bazar Beel Hat Ghat Under Bagariguri Dev Block 202 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
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Rohdhola Gp for Bazar Beel Hat Ghat 2025 26 Nagaon Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for At Jjb?

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 KERALANEWS Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Navigate to the official KERALANEWS Authority recruitment portal, locate the specific notification for At Jjb, and initiate the One Time Registration (OTR) process by submitting verified personal credentials, active email address, and mobile number to generate a unique applicant profile ID.

Log in using the newly created OTR credentials, select the active At Jjb examination cycle, and meticulously fill out the comprehensive online application form with accurate educational qualifications, personal details, category data, and preferred examination centers without any discrepancies.

Scan and upload all mandatory supporting documents including recent passport-sized photographs, clear signature specimens, category certificates, and academic transcripts strictly adhering to the specified pixel dimensions, file formats, and maximum file size limits outlined in the official notification.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to complete the non-refundable application fee transaction using secure digital modes such as Net Banking, UPI, Credit Card, or Debit Card, and download the computer-generated transaction receipt for future reference.

Verify the final submitted application status on the portal dashboard, save the confirmation page, and periodically monitor the portal for official announcements regarding the release and downloading schedule of the digital admit card prior to the examination date.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for At Jjb 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 English and Comprehension, Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation, Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability, General Awareness and Current Affairs of National and State Importance
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	150 Marks, 120 Minutes	Advanced Core Concepts relevant to At Jjb administration, Public Policy and Governance Frameworks, Statutory Compliance and Regulatory Guidelines, Information Technology Applications in Governance
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying Nature	Verification of Original Educational and Professional Certificates, Caste, Community, and Income Certificate Validation, Comprehensive Physical Fitness and Medical Board Assessment, Character and Antecedents Verification
Stage 4: Final Merit List Formulation	Based on Stage 2 Performance	Normalization of Scores across Multiple Shifts, Application of Horizontal and Vertical Reservation Rules, Resolution of Tie Cases using Date of Birth and Alphabetical Criteria, Final Allocation of Cadre and Posting Locations

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for this cadre under the KERALANEWS Authority falls under the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix Level 6, translating to a Pay Band of Rs 9300-34800 with a Grade Pay of Rs 4200, establishing an initial entry basic pay of Rs 35400. Factoring in the current Dearness Allowance (DA) calculated at 53 percent amounting to Rs 18762, House Rent Allowance (HRA) ranging from 9 to 27 percent based on city classification (averaging 18 percent or Rs 6372 for Y cities), and Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs 3600 plus applicable DA thereon, the calculated gross monthly salary aggregates to approximately Rs 66200. After mandatory statutory deductions including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution at 10 percent of basic plus DA (Rs 5416) and Professional Tax or Central Government Employees Group Insurance Scheme (CGEGIS), the estimated in-hand net salary is approximately Rs 59500 per month, subject to future revisions under the upcoming 8th CPC guidelines.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The statutory reservation policy for this recruitment strictly adheres to the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandum guidelines and constitutional mandates. Vertical reservations are provisioned at 15 percent for Scheduled Castes (SC), 7.5 percent for Scheduled Tribes (ST), 27 percent for Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL), and 10 percent for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Age relaxation is officially applicable up to 5 years for SC and ST candidates, 3 years for OBC candidates, and up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Furthermore, women candidates across all categories along with SC, ST, and PwBD applicants are completely exempted from payment of application fees as per extant government welfare policies.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — At Jjb

What is the anticipated cutoff percentage for clearing the preliminary examination?

The minimum qualifying cutoff marks are generally set at 40 percent for Unreserved and EWS categories, 35 percent for OBC, and 30 percent for SC, ST, and PwBD candidates, though final selection cutoffs depend dynamically on vacancy counts and applicant performance.

Will there be score normalization implemented for multi-shift examinations?

Yes, if the Computer Based Screening or Domain examinations are conducted across multiple shifts, a standard statistical normalization formula approved by the examining authority will be applied to adjust for variations in difficulty levels.

Is there any mandatory service bond required upon appointment?

Selected candidates are typically required to execute a surety service bond ranging from one to three years, agreeing to serve the KERALANEWS Authority continuously or remit a specified training cost penalty in case of premature resignation.

What is the duration and nature of the probation period?

All newly recruited personnel undergo a mandatory probation period of two years from the date of joining, during which their performance, conduct, and suitability for the cadre are continuously evaluated before formal confirmation.

Can candidates from outside the home state apply for this recruitment?

Yes, Indian citizens fulfilling the prescribed educational qualifications and age criteria are eligible to apply, although state-specific statutory relaxations and category benefits are regulated as per central and state norms.

What are the primary posting locations after successful completion of training?

Selected candidates can be posted anywhere within the administrative jurisdiction of the KERALANEWS Authority, encompassing regional headquarters, field offices, and designated operational units across various districts.