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Cmo Charge Officer

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Cmo Charge Officer administered by KIPHIRE Authority (Karnataka).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: KIPHIRE Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2023-05-09 Posting Jurisdiction: Karnataka

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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 Cmo Charge Officer?

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 2023-05-09. 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

Candidates must access the official KIPHIRE Authority recruitment portal and complete the One Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid identity proofs, active email credentials, and a verified mobile number to generate permanent login credentials.

Log into the designated applicant dashboard using the generated credentials, select the CMO Charge Officer advertisement, and meticulously fill in comprehensive personal, educational, and professional experience details without discrepancies.

Upload scanned copies of recent passport-sized photographs, signature specimens, category certificates, and educational marksheets strictly adhering to the specified dimension, format, and file size parameters mandated by the portal interface.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to remit the requisite non-refundable application fee via net banking, debit card, credit card, or UPI, and securely download the final digitally watermarked payment receipt.

Successfully submitted applications generate a unique registration confirmation slip. Applicants must periodically monitor the portal for notification regarding the release and subsequent downloading of the hall ticket or admit card.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Cmo Charge 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 Test	150 Marks, 120 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 Paper	200 Marks, 180 Minutes	Public Health Administration and Epidemiology, Medical Jurisprudence and Ethics, Hospital Management and Healthcare Logistics, National Health Programs and Policy Frameworks
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying Nature	Authentication of Academic Degrees and Professional Registrations, Verification of Caste and Category Certificates, Comprehensive Medical Fitness Assessment by a Designated Board, Character and Antecedents Verification
Stage 4: Final Merit List Formulation	Based on Stage 2 Performance	Normalization of Scores across Shifts, Tie-breaking Resolution Protocols, Category-wise Final Cut-off Compilation, Allocation of Zones and Cadres

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The CMO Charge Officer cadre under the KIPHIRE Authority is governed by the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix Level 10, corresponding to the traditional gazetted scale of 56100 to 177500 INR. The entry basic pay is established at 56100 INR. Factoring in the current Dearness Allowance (DA) calculated at 53 percent, which yields 29733 INR, and House Rent Allowance (HRA) varying by city category (averaging 27 percent for Class X at 15147 INR, 18 percent for Class Y, or 9 percent for Class Z), alongside Transport Allowance (TA) of 7200 INR plus applicable DA on TA, the initial gross monthly salary aggregates to approximately 108180 INR for Class X cities. Standard statutory deductions include the National Pension System (NPS) contribution at 10 percent of basic plus DA (approx 8583 INR) and professional tax. Consequently, the estimated initial in-hand net salary stands around 98500 INR per month, poised for upward revision under prospective 8th CPC frameworks.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Reservation of posts for the CMO Charge Officer recruitment strictly adheres to Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandum guidelines. Vertical reservations include 15 percent for Scheduled Castes (SC), 7.5 percent for Scheduled Tribes (ST), 27 percent for Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer), and 10 percent for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Upper age limit relaxations are applicable as per statutory norms: 5 years for SC and ST candidates, 3 years for OBC candidates, and up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Furthermore, female candidates across all categories and reserved category applicants enjoy complete exemption from application fee payments, aligning with inclusive affirmative action policies.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Cmo Charge Officer

What is the expected cutoff trend for the CMO Charge Officer examination?

The cutoff trends depend on the number of vacancies, applicant pool size, and paper difficulty. Typically, general category cutoffs range between 65 to 75 percent of the total aggregate marks.

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

Yes, if the computer-based test is conducted across multiple shifts, standard statistical normalization formulae established by government guidelines will be applied to ensure fairness.

Is there a mandatory service bond required upon final appointment?

Selected candidates are typically required to execute a surety service bond amounting to a specified financial value, committing to serve the KIPHIRE Authority for a mandatory minimum duration.

What is the duration of the probation period for this cadre?

Direct recruits appointed to the CMO Charge Officer position undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, which may be extended based on performance reviews.

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

Yes, Indian citizens fulfilling the essential educational and age criteria are eligible to apply, though local language proficiency norms may apply as per authority rules.

What are the primary posting locations for selected officers?

Postings are primarily within administrative districts, health institutions, and operational headquarters under the jurisdiction of the KIPHIRE Authority.