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Ayush Distinguished Scientist Chair

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Ayush Distinguished Scientist Chair administered by KUSHINAGAR Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: KUSHINAGAR Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-06-01 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. 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 Ayush Distinguished Scientist Chair?

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 2026-06-01. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from KUSHINAGAR Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Candidates must access the official KUSHINAGAR Authority recruitment portal, navigate to the active vacancies section, and initiate registration by entering valid credentials including a permanent email address and active mobile number.

Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) module by uploading scanned passport-size photographs adhering strictly to pixel dimensions, signature files, and personal identification proofs as per standardized government portal formats.

Carefully fill out the detailed application form for the Ayush Distinguished Scientist Chair, inputting comprehensive educational qualifications, research publications, and professional employment history accurately without discrepancies.

Pay the requisite non-refundable examination or processing fee securely through the integrated digital payment gateway using net banking, credit cards, UPI, or designated SBI e-pay challan mechanisms before the deadline.

Download and print the system-generated acknowledgement slip and subsequently retrieve the official admit card from the portal using registration credentials once issued prior to the designated examination date.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Ayush Distinguished Scientist Chair 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: Credentials Screening and Shortlisting	100 Marks / Document Review Phase	Peer-reviewed research publications in AYUSH systems, Patents and intellectual property rights in traditional medicine, Academic credentials and post-doctoral fellowships, Experience in leading scientific research projects and institutions
Stage 2: Domain Expertise Presentation	100 Marks / 45 Minutes Presentation	Advanced Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, and Homoeopathy research, Integration of modern biotechnology with traditional medicine, Translational research methodologies and clinical trials design, Visionary roadmap for AYUSH scientific development under KUSHINAGAR Authority
Stage 3: Personal Interaction and Interview	50 Marks / 30 Minutes Viva-Voce	In-depth domain knowledge and scientific leadership capabilities, Administrative acumen in managing research institutions, Policy formulation and national health program integration, Defense of submitted research work and strategic roadmap
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Fitness	Qualifying Nature / Mandatory	Verification of original degrees, experience certificates, and awards, Central Medical Board examination as per Sarkari standards, Police verification and vigilance clearance certificates, Final merit list compilation based on aggregate scores

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Ayush Distinguished Scientist Chair under the KUSHINAGAR Authority operates at the apex level of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, mapped to Level 15 or 16 depending on seniority, with an entry basic pay starting at INR 1,82,200. Factoring in the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53 percent, the DA component adds substantial monetary value. Additional allowances include House Rent Allowance (HRA) based on city classification (typically Category Y for regional authorities at 18 percent or Z at 9 percent), and Transport Allowance (TA) along with applicable DA thereon. The cumulative Gross Monthly Salary easily surpasses INR 3,000,000 annually. After mandatory deductions including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution at 10 percent of basic plus DA, Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS), and professional income tax slabs, the estimated in-hand net monthly salary remains highly lucrative, commensurate with top-tier scientific leadership in Indian public employment.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In strict compliance with Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandum guidelines, statutory reservations for the Ayush Distinguished Scientist Chair recruitment apply vertically and horizontally where applicable. Age relaxation is granted up to 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). The Economically Weaker Section (EWS) vertical quota of 10 percent is implemented as per extant government norms. Furthermore, women candidates of all categories and designated reserved category applicants are completely exempted from application fee payments, ensuring inclusive participation across all demographics in public employment.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Ayush Distinguished Scientist Chair

What is the expected cutoff benchmark for the Ayush Distinguished Scientist Chair selection process?

Since this is an apex scientific chair recruitment based on credentials, presentation, and interview rather than a mass competitive exam, cutoffs are determined by a high-level expert committee, typically requiring a minimum aggregate score of 70 percent for unreserved seats.

Is there any normalization formula applied to the evaluation stages of this recruitment?

No normalization formula is required as the evaluation relies on direct peer review of research credentials, domain presentations, and personal interviews conducted uniformly for all shortlisted candidates by a single expert panel.

Does this appointment carry a mandatory service bond or penalty clause?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service bond committing to a minimum tenure with the KUSHINAGAR Authority or reimburse specified training and institutional resource costs if they resign prematurely, as per standard central government deputation and contract rules.

What is the probation period applicable to candidates selected for this post?

The selected candidate will be placed on a statutory probation period of two years from the date of joining, during which performance, administrative output, and research contributions will be closely monitored by the KUSHINAGAR Authority.

Where can candidates find the detailed syllabus and evaluation criteria?

The detailed evaluation parameters, domain focus areas, and presentation guidelines are explicitly published in the official notification downloadable directly from the KUSHINAGAR Authority recruitment portal.

What are the designated posting locations for the selected Ayush Distinguished Scientist Chair?

The primary posting is at the headquarters of the KUSHINAGAR Authority, with mandatory field visits, research center inspections, and collaborative institutional assignments across national jurisdictions as required by the public office.