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Audiologist Cum Speech Therapist

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Audiologist Cum Speech Therapist administered by KISHANGANJ Authority (Manipur).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: KISHANGANJ Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2025-12-17 Posting Jurisdiction: Manipur

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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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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Audiologist Cum Speech Therapist?

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 2025-12-17. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from KISHANGANJ Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Navigate to the official recruitment portal of the KISHANGANJ Authority and complete the mandatory One Time Registration (OTR) by providing authenticated personal details, active mobile number, and verified email ID.

Log in using the generated registration credentials to fill out the detailed application form for the Audiologist Cum Speech Therapist cadre, ensuring all academic and professional licensure data match official certificates.

Upload digitally scanned copies of recent passport-sized photographs, signature, category certificates, and requisite speech therapy council registration documents strictly adhering to the specified dimension and format parameters.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to securely remit the non-refundable application fee via net banking, debit card, or UPI, and instantly download the system-generated fee payment receipt.

Successfully submit the finalized application and periodically check the portal dashboard to download the official admit card upon release, carrying a printed copy alongside valid photo identity proof to the examination venue.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Audiologist Cum Speech Therapist 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	100 Marks \| 90 Minutes	General Aptitude and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General English and Comprehension, General Knowledge and Current Affairs with focus on Health Sector
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Examination	150 Marks \| 120 Minutes	Advanced Audiology and Diagnostic Audiometry, Speech Pathology and Language Disorders, Rehabilitation of Hearing Impaired, Neurological Speech and Swallowing Disorders
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying Nature	Verification of Original Academic and Professional Degrees, Validation of RCI (Rehabilitation Council of India) Registration, Comprehensive Medical Fitness Assessment by Designated Board, Character and Antecedent Verification
Stage 4: Final Merit List Formulation	Based on Stage 1 and Stage 2	Compilation of Normalized Scores from CBT Exams, Application of Vertical and Horizontal Reservation Rules, Resolution of Tie-Cases via Age and Seniority Criteria, Issuance of Provisional Appointment Letter

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Audiologist Cum Speech Therapist role under the KISHANGANJ Authority is structured within the 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) Pay Matrix Level 6, typically translating to a Pay Band of Rs 9300-34800 with a Grade Pay of Rs 4200, corresponding to an initial Entry Basic Pay of Rs 35400. Factoring in the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53 percent amounting to Rs 18762, House Rent Allowance (HRA) at 9 percent for Z-class cities yielding Rs 3186, and Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs 3600 plus applicable DA thereon, the calculated Gross Monthly Salary touches approximately Rs 62500. After mandatory statutory deductions towards the National Pension System (NPS) at 10 percent of basic plus DA (approx Rs 5416) and professional tax, the estimated Initial In-Hand Net Salary stands robustly near Rs 56000 per month, supplemented by annual increments and medical benefits under CGHS or equivalent state schemes.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Reservation of posts for the Audiologist Cum Speech Therapist recruitment strictly adheres to the statutory guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums. 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). Horizontal reservations apply to Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) up to 4 percent and eligible ex-servicemen. Age relaxation is statutorily granted as 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and up to 10 years for PwBD candidates. Female candidates belonging to specified categories are exempted from application fee payments in accordance with extant administrative instructions.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Audiologist Cum Speech Therapist

What is the expected qualifying cutoff percentage for the screening test?

The minimum qualifying cutoff is typically 40 percent for unreserved categories, 36.5 percent for OBC, 34 percent for SC/ST, and 30 percent for EWS, though final shortlisting depends on the number of vacancies and applicant performance.

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

Yes, if the examination is conducted across multiple shifts due to high applicant volume, standard statistical normalization formulas prescribed by government guidelines will be applied to ensure a level playing field.

Is there a compulsory service bond or surety agreement required upon selection?

Selected candidates are typically required to execute a service bond committing to serve the KISHANGANJ Authority for a minimum specified duration of 3 to 5 years, failing which a prescribed penalty amount becomes payable.

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

Newly appointed candidates undergo a mandatory probation period of 2 years from the date of joining, during which their clinical performance, conduct, and professional competency are closely evaluated before confirmation.

Can candidates with a diploma in hearing language and speech apply for this role?

Eligibility strictly requires a Bachelor or Master degree in Audiology and Speech Language Pathology (BASLP/MASLP) from a recognized university along with valid registration under the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI).

What are the primary posting locations after successful recruitment?

Selected candidates will be posted across hospitals, community health centers, and specialized rehabilitation clinics under the jurisdiction of the KISHANGANJ Authority based on administrative requirements.