KRISHNAGIRI Recruitment Dossier

Author Reader Reviewer

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Author Reader Reviewer administered by KRISHNAGIRI Authority (Sikkim).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: KRISHNAGIRI Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: Sikkim

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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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Online TENDER of the Item Code 02 Ion Meter	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Online TENDER of the Item Code 03 Depth Sampler	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Online Ups Bid 0808 Cet Date 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 Author Reader Reviewer?

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 KRISHNAGIRI Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Candidates must visit the official recruitment portal of the KRISHNAGIRI Authority and complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process by validating their Aadhaar details, mobile number, and active email address to generate unique login credentials.

Log into the candidate dashboard using the OTR credentials, select the Author Reader Reviewer recruitment notification, and fill out the detailed application form with accurate personal, educational, and professional experience particulars.

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

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to remit the requisite application fee via net banking, credit card, debit card, or UPI, and save the electronically generated transaction receipt for future reference and verification purposes.

Upon successful submission and fee verification, download the confirmation page and subsequently access the recruitment portal a week prior to the examination date to download and print the official hall ticket or admit card.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Author Reader Reviewer 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 and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and Numerical Ability, General Awareness with Special Reference to State Polity, English Language Comprehension and Grammar
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	150 Marks \| 120 Minutes	Literary Criticism and Textual Analysis, Editorial Principles and Publishing Standards, Proofreading Protocols and Manuscript Review, Copyright Laws and Intellectual Property Rights in India
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical	Qualifying Nature	Verification of Original Academic and Professional Certificates, Caste, Income, and Community Certificate Authenticity Checks, Comprehensive Medical Fitness Examination by Designated Civil Surgeon, Biometric and Identity Verification Matching Application Records
Stage 4: Final Merit List	Based on Stage 2 Performance	Normalization of Scores Across Multiple Shifts, Application of Vertical and Horizontal Reservation Rules, Resolution of Tie Cases Using Date of Birth and Alphabetical Criteria, Publication of Provisional and Final Select Lists

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Author Reader Reviewer cadre under the KRISHNAGIRI Authority follows the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix Level 6, typically spanning a pay scale of Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400. The entry basic pay is established at Rs. 35,400. Factoring in the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53 percent amounting to Rs. 18,762, and House Rent Allowance (HRA) varying by city classification (e.g., 9 percent for Class Z at Rs. 3,186), employees also receive Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 3,600 plus applicable DA thereon. This results in a comprehensive Gross Monthly Salary of approximately Rs. 62,500. After statutory deductions including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution at 10 percent of basic plus DA (approx. Rs. 5,416) and professional tax, the estimated in-hand net salary ranges between Rs. 55,000 and Rs. 57,000 per month, subject to periodic DA revisions.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Reservation of vacancies for the Author Reader Reviewer cadre strictly adheres to Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandum guidelines. Statutory relaxations in upper age limits are applicable, providing 5 years for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates, 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL), and up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Furthermore, a 10 percent vertical reservation is implemented for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) satisfying income and asset criteria. Women candidates across all categories, along with SC, ST, and PwBD applicants, are fully exempted from payment of application fees, promoting inclusive participation in public employment.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Author Reader Reviewer

What is the expected qualifying cutoff percentage for the computer-based screening test?

The minimum qualifying marks are typically 40 percent for Unreserved and EWS categories, 35 percent for OBC, and 30 percent for SC, ST, and PwBD candidates, though final cutoffs depend on vacancy counts and overall candidate performance.

Will normalization formulas be applied if the examination is conducted in multiple shifts?

Yes, standard statistical normalization procedures established by central testing authorities will be utilized to adjust score variations across shifts caused by differing difficulty levels before preparing the merit list.

Is there any mandatory service bond required upon appointment to this role?

Selected candidates are required to execute a service surety bond pledging to serve the KRISHNAGIRI Authority for a minimum stipulated period of three years, failing which proportionate training costs must be reimbursed.

What is the duration of the probation period for direct recruits?

All successfully appointed candidates undergo a mandatory probation period of two years from the date of joining, during which performance, conduct, and departmental proficiency tests are rigorously evaluated.

Can final-year graduation students apply for the Author Reader Reviewer recruitment?

No, candidates must possess the requisite educational qualification and final passing certificate on or before the crucial cutoff date specified in the official employment notification.

What are the primary posting locations for candidates selected through this process?

Selected personnel will be posted across the headquarters and various regional directorates operating under the administrative jurisdiction of the KRISHNAGIRI Authority across the state.