LATEHAR Recruitment Dossier

Bls and Padeo Utkarsh Bangla

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Bls and Padeo Utkarsh Bangla administered by LATEHAR Authority (Tamil Nadu).

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

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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

Related Active Openings under LATEHAR

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Block Officers	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Bls Under Utkarsh Bangla Department	1 Openings	₹34715028 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Call Document Checking the Post of Je Electrical Against	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-07-01
Call Document Checking the Post of Je Sub Station	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by LATEHAR

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Opening of Price Bid for Various Tenders on at 15 00 Hrs at K	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Opening of Price Bids TENDER Id 275836 01 Dated	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Opportunities for Current Students Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Ptp Pom 201386 TENDER Id 2026 Hbc 538405 1	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 Bls and Padeo Utkarsh Bangla?

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 LATEHAR Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Candidates must access the official Latehar recruitment portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, a valid email address, and an active mobile number.

Log in with the generated OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying educational qualifications, work experience, and choosing preferred examination centers as per availability.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificates, graduation degrees, caste certificates, a recent passport-sized photograph, and signature, strictly adhering to the specified file size limits.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to pay the non-refundable application fee using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and save the transaction receipt for future reference.

After successful fee verification, submit the final application form, download the confirmation page, and await the release of the admit card, which will be issued online before the exam.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Bls and Padeo Utkarsh Bangla 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: Written Competitive Examination	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Knowledge and Current Affairs, Numerical Ability and Mathematical Reasoning, English and Regional Language Proficiency, Basic Computer Literacy
Stage 2: Technical and Domain Skill Test	50 Marks, 60 Minutes	Advanced MS Office Suite, Data Entry Speed and Accuracy Test, Skill Development Schemes and Utkarsh Bangla Guidelines, Office Management and Documentation
Stage 3: Document Verification and Identity Validation	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of Original Academic Certificates, Caste and Category Certificate Validation, No Objection Certificate (NOC) for Serving Employees, Character and Antecedents Verification
Stage 4: Medical Examination and Final Merit List	Qualifying, Final Selection	Standard Medical Fitness Assessment, Visual and Auditory Acuity Tests, Preparation of Final Merit List based on Written and Skill Test Marks

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Block Level Staff (BLS) and Project Assistant cum Data Entry Operator (PADEO) positions under the Latehar Authority are aligned with Level 4 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. The entry-level basic pay is established at Rs. 25,500 per month. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) currently calculated at 53% (amounting to Rs. 13,515), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Z cities like Latehar set at 9% (Rs. 2,295), the compensation is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 1,350 plus DA on TA (Rs. 715.5) is provided, bringing the gross monthly salary to approximately Rs. 43,376. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 3,902) and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 39,274, ensuring financial stability for selected candidates.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment under the Latehar Authority strictly adheres to the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) and state government reservation guidelines. Age relaxations are granted to reserved categories: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC), and up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A vertical reservation of 10% is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, women candidates across all categories benefit from relaxed application fee structures and horizontal reservation quotas, ensuring equitable representation and equal opportunity in the public employment process.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Bls and Padeo Utkarsh Bangla

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff score for the BLS and PADEO written exam?

The minimum qualifying cutoff is 40% for General/EWS candidates, 36.5% for OBC, and 32% for SC/ST and female candidates, though actual selection depends on merit ranking.

Will there be normalization of marks across different exam shifts?

Yes, if the examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard multi-shift percentile-based normalization method will be applied to ensure fair evaluation of all candidates.

Is there a service bond or minimum commitment period for these positions?

There is no financial service bond, but selected candidates must sign a standard service agreement committing to a minimum of one year of service from the date of joining.

What is the duration of the probation period for the selected BLS and PADEO staff?

The selected candidates will undergo a probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and attendance will be closely monitored before confirmation.

Does the syllabus include questions on local languages or regional schemes?

Yes, the syllabus includes specific sections on regional language proficiency and questions regarding state-level skill development initiatives like Utkarsh Bangla and local administrative structures.

Where will the final posting of the selected candidates be located?

Selected candidates will be posted at various Block Headquarters, District Skill Offices, or administrative centers within the jurisdiction of the Latehar Authority.