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Hosp Apr of Group a Officer S

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Hosp Apr of Group a Officer S administered by LHMC Authority (Kerala).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: LHMC Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2024-12-09 Posting Jurisdiction: Kerala

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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
Hosp Ar Wing Conduct of Periodical Refresher Training Programmes	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-08-13
Hosp Ar Wing Conduct of Regular Refresher Training Programmes	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Hosp List of Shortlisted Candidates Called Personal Interview the P	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-08-13
Hosp Offer of Appointment to the Post of Secretary Ncsm	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by LHMC

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Hosp 19 Eoi Ida 19 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Hosp E TENDER for Supply of Uv Vis Nir Spectrophotometer Fluorescence Spect	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Hosp E Tenders Are Invited for Registred Architects Firm for Desgin Other R	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Hosp E Tenders Are Invited for the Outsourcing of Jktdc 6 Bedroom Guest Hou	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 Hosp Apr of Group a Officer S?

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 2024-12-09. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from LHMC Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Candidates must visit the official LHMC or associated recruitment portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal, educational, and contact details to generate unique login credentials.

Log in with the generated credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying academic qualifications, internship details, and professional experience relevant to the Group A Hospital Apprentice post.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificate for age proof, degree certificates, category certificates if applicable, and a recent passport-sized photograph with signature in specified formats.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online using debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI, ensuring to download and print the generated transaction receipt for future reference.

After successful submission, regularly monitor the portal for the release of the admit card, which must be downloaded and printed to secure entry into the examination hall.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Hosp Apr of Group a Officer S 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	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language Proficiency, General Awareness with special reference to Healthcare Sector
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Paper	200 Marks, 180 Minutes	Hospital Administration and Management, Public Health Systems in India, Material Management and Inventory Control, Medical Laws, Bioethics, and Quality Assurance in Healthcare
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of Original Academic and Experience Certificates, Caste and Income Certificate Validation, Comprehensive Medical Fitness Standards Evaluation by LHMC Medical Board
Stage 4: Final Merit List and Interview	50 Marks (Interview)	Leadership and Communication Skills, Problem-Solving in Hospital Scenarios, Knowledge of Central Government Health Schemes (CGHS), Final Cumulative Score Compilation

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Hospital Apprentice (Group A Officer Status) at Lady Hardinge Medical College (LHMC) is positioned in Level 10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of Rs. 56,100. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% amounting to Rs. 29,733, and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X city (Delhi) at 30% amounting to Rs. 16,830, the financial package is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816), totaling Rs. 11,016. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 1,13,679. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 8,583) and professional tax/CGHS subscriptions, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 1,02,000, establishing it as a highly lucrative administrative career in the central healthcare sector.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) official Office Memorandums, this recruitment strictly implements the statutory reservation policy of the Government of India. Age relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A vertical quota of 10% is reserved for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in compliance with central mandates, women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee to promote diversity and equal opportunity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Hosp Apr of Group a Officer S

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the Computer Based Screening Test?

The minimum qualifying cutoff marks are 50% for General/EWS candidates, 45% for OBC, and 40% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates, as per standard central government recruitment norms.

Will normalization of marks be applied to the screening test results?

Yes, if the Computer Based Screening Test is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard multi-shift normalization formula approved by DoPT will be applied to ensure equity.

Is there a service bond associated with the Hospital Apprentice position?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service surety bond of Rs. 2,00,000 to serve the LHMC Authority for a minimum period of two years post-training.

What is the duration of the probation and training period for this Group A post?

The selected candidates will undergo a mandatory training-cum-probation period of two years, during which their performance and administrative conduct will be closely evaluated.

What is the primary syllabus focus for the domain specialization paper?

The domain paper focuses heavily on hospital planning, healthcare quality standards (NABH), financial management in hospitals, medical waste management, and epidemic control protocols.

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

The final posting will be at Lady Hardinge Medical College (LHMC) and its associated hospitals, namely Smt. Sucheta Kriplani Hospital and Kalawati Saran Children's Hospital in New Delhi.