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Aptitude Test Recruitment of Section Officer

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Aptitude Test Recruitment of Section Officer administered by KVIC Authority (Karnataka).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: KVIC Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 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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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
9th List of Undelivered Cheques Which Were Issued to the Applicants Who Had	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2025-06-04
Aptitude Test Selection of Technical Assistant Civil Contractual Post	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Order Associate Professor Sep 2023	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-08-19
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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Augmentation of Pilot Plant Facility Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Design Construction and Supply of Two Inland Cutter Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
E TENDER to Outsource Restaurant Cafeteria Kiosk	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
E Tenders for Supply of Lpg 19kg Commercial Cylinders	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Aptitude Test Recruitment of Section 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 2026-09-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from KVIC Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Navigate to the official KVIC recruitment portal and complete the One Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid email, mobile number, and Aadhaar details to generate a unique registration ID and password.

Log in to the dashboard to fill the detailed application form, ensuring all academic qualifications, personal data, and category details match official certificates to avoid disqualification during the verification process.

Upload scanned copies of recent passport-sized photographs, signature, and essential educational certificates in the specified format and size as mandated by the KVIC notification guidelines to ensure successful document submission.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to remit the non-refundable application fee via credit card, debit card, or net banking, ensuring the transaction status is updated to success before logging out.

Download the final submitted application form and print the receipt for future reference, awaiting the official notification regarding the release of admit cards via the registered email or portal dashboard.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Aptitude Test Recruitment of Section 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	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Intelligence, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, and General Awareness with focus on KVIC schemes.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	150 Marks, 150 Minutes	Public Administration, Financial Rules, Office Procedures, GFR 2017, CCS Conduct Rules, and KVIC Act provisions.
Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical	Qualifying Nature	Verification of original academic, caste, and experience certificates followed by a mandatory medical fitness examination by a government-authorized board.
Stage 4: Final Merit List	N/A	Consolidated ranking based on cumulative performance in Stage 1 and Stage 2, subject to category-wise reservation and vacancy availability.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Section Officer cadre under KVIC typically aligns with Level 7 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with a basic pay starting at INR 44,900. At the current DA rate of 53%, the DA component is INR 23,797. HRA is calculated based on city classification: 27% for X, 18% for Y, and 9% for Z cities. Assuming a Class X city, HRA is INR 12,123. Transport Allowance (TA) for Level 7 is INR 3,600 plus applicable DA. The gross monthly salary approximates INR 86,335. After mandatory NPS deductions (10% of Basic + DA) amounting to approximately INR 6,870 and professional tax, the estimated in-hand salary ranges between INR 75,000 and 78,000. The 8th CPC is currently under deliberation, and any future implementation may lead to a revised pay matrix structure, likely enhancing the entry-level basic pay significantly to account for inflation and parity with private sector compensation.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

KVIC adheres strictly to the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandum guidelines regarding reservation. SC/ST candidates receive a 5-year age relaxation, while OBC-NCL candidates are granted 3 years. PwBD candidates are entitled to a 10-year age relaxation. The 10% EWS vertical quota is implemented as per the constitutional amendment for economically weaker sections. Women candidates, along with SC/ST and PwBD applicants, are typically exempted from application fees or provided significant concessions. All reservations are subject to the production of valid, current-year certificates issued by competent authorities, and candidates must ensure their status is correctly declared during the OTR process to avail of these statutory benefits.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Aptitude Test Recruitment of Sectio

What is the typical cutoff trend for the Section Officer exam?

Cutoffs are determined based on the difficulty level and number of applicants, typically ranging between 65% to 75% of total marks for the unreserved category.

Is there a normalization process for the exam?

Yes, if the examination is conducted in multiple shifts, KVIC employs standard normalization formulas to ensure parity across different difficulty levels of question papers.

Is there a mandatory service bond for selected candidates?

Selected candidates may be required to sign a service bond for a specific duration, typically 2 to 3 years, as per KVIC administrative policy.

What is the duration of the probation period?

The standard probation period for a Section Officer is two years, during which performance is monitored before confirmation in the permanent cadre.

Can I request a change in the exam city?

Requests for changes in exam centers are generally not entertained once the admit card is issued; candidates must select their preferences carefully during application.

Are there specific posting locations for this role?

Section Officers are liable for posting at the KVIC Central Office, Zonal Offices, or State Offices across India based on administrative requirements.