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Cmet Th Adm 08 2023 Project Associate I 2

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Cmet Th Adm 08 2023 Project Associate I 2 administered by KIPHIRE Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: KIPHIRE 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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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Cmet Th Adm 08 2023 Project Associate I 2?

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 KIPHIRE Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

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

Log in to the candidate dashboard to select the specific Project Associate I notification, ensuring all personal and academic details are entered accurately as per the matriculation certificate.

Upload scanned copies of recent passport-sized photographs, signature, and essential educational testimonials in the prescribed JPEG/PDF format, ensuring file sizes remain within the specified portal limits for successful processing.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to remit the non-refundable application fee via net banking, credit card, or UPI, ensuring the transaction status reflects as successful before closing the session.

Download and print the final submitted application form and the system-generated acknowledgement receipt, which serves as the primary reference document for future admit card issuance and verification stages.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Cmet Th Adm 08 2023 Project Associate I 2 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 Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Analysis, and Basic English Proficiency.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	150 Marks, 120 Minutes	Advanced technical subjects related to the specific project domain, including core engineering or scientific principles and research methodology.
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical	Qualifying Only	Verification of original educational certificates, caste/category proof, and physical fitness assessment by a government-authorized medical board.
Stage 4: Final Merit List	N/A	Consolidated ranking based on weighted performance in Stage 1 and Stage 2, subject to reservation roster compliance.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Project Associate I position under the KIPHIRE Authority framework typically aligns with the consolidated remuneration structure for project-based scientific personnel, often benchmarked against 7th CPC Level 6 or equivalent fixed monthly emoluments. With a base stipend of approximately 31,000 INR, the inclusion of Dearness Allowance at the current 53 percent rate adds 16,430 INR. Assuming a Class Y city posting, House Rent Allowance is calculated at 18 percent of the basic pay, amounting to 5,580 INR, alongside a Transport Allowance of 3,600 INR plus DA. The gross monthly salary approximates 56,610 INR. After mandatory National Pension System (NPS) deductions of 10 percent of basic plus DA and professional tax, the estimated in-hand salary ranges between 50,000 and 52,000 INR. This structure remains subject to specific project funding guidelines and periodic revisions aligned with DST or Central Government circulars.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The recruitment process strictly adheres to the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandum guidelines regarding reservation. SC/ST candidates are granted 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 quota subject to the submission of a valid Income and Asset Certificate. Women candidates and those belonging to SC/ST/PwBD categories are eligible for fee concessions or exemptions as per the specific notification. All relaxations are subject to the production of authentic certificates issued by competent authorities at the time of document verification.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Cmet Th Adm 08 2023 Project Associa

What is the typical cutoff trend for this recruitment?

Cutoffs are determined by the number of applicants and difficulty level, typically ranging between 65 to 75 percent for the general category.

Is there a normalization process for multi-shift exams?

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

Is there a mandatory service bond for this role?

Project Associates are generally appointed on a contract basis; however, specific projects may require a short-term service bond of 6 to 12 months.

What is the duration of the probation period?

The initial probation period is typically 6 months, during which performance is monitored before confirming the candidate for the project duration.

Can the syllabus be downloaded from the portal?

Yes, the detailed syllabus is provided as an annexure within the official recruitment notification available on the KIPHIRE website.

Are candidates eligible for inter-state transfers?

As this is a project-specific recruitment, postings are generally fixed at the project site, and inter-state transfers are not applicable.