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Chemical Assistant

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Chemical Assistant administered by KVAFSU Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: KVAFSU Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2024-01-12 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 Chemical Assistant?

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 2024-01-12. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from KVAFSU Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Navigate to the official KVAFSU recruitment portal, click on the new registration link, and provide mandatory personal credentials, active mobile number, and valid email ID to generate login credentials.

Complete the One Time Registration by filling in detailed academic qualifications, professional experience, and category particulars, ensuring all data matches official government issued identity documents perfectly.

Upload scanned copies of recent passport size photographs, signature, caste certificates, and educational marksheets strictly adhering to the specified dimension, format, and file size guidelines provided on the portal.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to remit the requisite examination fee through net banking, debit card, or UPI, and save the transaction reference number for future verification.

Download and print the final submitted application form confirmation page, and subsequently monitor the portal for official announcements regarding the issuance and downloading of the admit card.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Chemical Assistant 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 Numerical Ability, General Knowledge and Current Affairs of State and National Importance, Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Examination	200 Marks, 180 Minutes	Advanced Analytical Chemistry and Instrumental Methods, Organic, Inorganic, and Physical Chemistry Principles, Food Safety, Quality Control, and Dairy Chemistry Standards, Laboratory Safety Protocols, Hazardous Waste Management, and Chemical Calculations
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying Nature	Verification of Original Educational Certificates and Degree Marksheets, Caste, Category, and Domicile Certificate Validation, Comprehensive Medical Fitness Assessment by a Designated Medical Board, Character and Antecedents Verification through Police Authorities
Stage 4: Final Merit List Formulation	Based on Stage 2 Performance	Normalization of Scores if Conducted in Multiple Shifts, Application of Reservation Roster Points as per Statutory Guidelines, Resolution of Tie Cases using Date of Birth and Alphabetical Criteria, Publication of Provisional and Final Selection Lists on the Official Portal

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Chemical Assistant position under KVAFSU Authority is structured within the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix Level 6, typically corresponding to the pre-revised pay band of Rs 9300-34800 with a Grade Pay of Rs 4200. The entry basic pay is established at Rs 35400 per month. Factoring in the current Dearness Allowance at 53 percent amounting to Rs 18762, House Rent Allowance varying from 9 to 27 percent based on city classification (averaging 18 percent or Rs 6372 for Y class cities), and Transport Allowance of Rs 3600 plus applicable DA thereon, the calculated gross monthly salary aggregates to approximately Rs 65500. After mandatory statutory deductions including the National Pension System Tier 1 contribution at 10 percent of basic plus DA, Professional Tax, and Central Government Employees Group Insurance Scheme, the estimated in-hand net salary ranges between Rs 57500 and Rs 59500 per month, subject to periodic Dearness Allowance revisions.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Reservation of vacancies for the Chemical Assistant cadre strictly adheres to official Department of Personnel and Training Office Memorandum guidelines and state government directives. Vertical reservations are implemented with 15 percent for Scheduled Castes, 7.5 percent for Scheduled Tribes, and 27 percent for Other Backward Classes, alongside a 10 percent vertical quota for Economically Weaker Sections. Upper age relaxation is admissible up to 5 years for SC and ST candidates, 3 years for OBC candidates, and up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities. Horizontal reservations are maintained for women candidates, ex-servicemen, and meritorious sportsperson as per extant rules. Fee concessions and exemptions are extended to reserved category applicants and women candidates in accordance with prevailing governmental norms.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Chemical Assistant

What is the expected qualifying cutoff percentage for the Chemical Assistant examination?

The qualifying cutoff percentage is typically set at 40 percent for unreserved categories and 35 percent for reserved categories, though final selection depends on the merit list prepared from higher marks.

Is normalization of marks applied if the exam is conducted in multiple shifts?

Yes, standard statistical normalization formulae approved by competent authorities are utilized to adjust score variations across different shifts to ensure absolute fairness.

Is there any mandatory service bond required upon appointment?

Selected candidates are typically required to execute a surety bond committing to serve the KVAFSU Authority for a specified probation and post-probation period or pay liquidated damages.

What is the duration of the probation period for newly appointed Chemical Assistants?

The appointed candidates are placed on probation for a period of two years from the date of joining, during which their performance and conduct are rigorously evaluated.

Can candidates from other states apply for this position?

Yes, Indian citizens from any state can apply, though reservation benefits are strictly regulated by state domicile policies and central guidelines.

What are the primary posting locations after final selection?

Selected candidates will be posted across various research laboratories, veterinary colleges, dairy plants, and administrative offices under the jurisdiction of the KVAFSU Authority.