LOHARDAGA Recruitment Dossier

Called Document Verification

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Called Document Verification administered by LOHARDAGA Authority (Punjab).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: LOHARDAGA Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 832 Openings Remuneration: ₹28-01 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2025-03-25 Posting Jurisdiction: Punjab

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	832 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	832 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	₹28-01 (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
Baamaraa Banayaparaanai Baibhaagarae Pasau Caikaitasaa Adhai	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Back to Jobs and Recruitment	1 Openings	₹6000 (Level-4)	2022-08-30
Btm and Atm Under Atma	1 Openings	₹2023-2024 (Level-4)	2026-06-19
Called Objections on Provisional Merit List of Backlog Vacancies	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by LOHARDAGA

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Oracle Erp Implementation TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Order Sheet to TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Organisational Chart of Niti Aayog Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Paragonimiasis Project 2019 20 004 TENDER Doc for Supply	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 Called Document Verification?

The sanctioned remuneration is ₹28-01 (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 2025-03-25. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from LOHARDAGA Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official Lohardaga District recruitment portal to initiate the One Time Registration (OTR) by entering basic personal details, a valid email address, and an active mobile number.

Log in with the generated credentials to complete the profile, ensuring all educational qualifications, category details, and work experience are accurately recorded in the digital database.

Upload high-resolution scanned copies of required documents, including matriculation certificates, caste certificates, domicile proofs, a recent passport-sized photograph, and a clear signature in specified formats.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to remit the non-refundable application fee using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the generated transaction receipt.

Monitor the portal for the release of the admit card, download it upon notification, and print a physical copy to present at the designated examination center.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Called Document Verification 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 Written Examination	120 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Knowledge of Jharkhand, Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, General Science, Computer Awareness
Stage 2: Regional and Tribal Language Test	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	Language Literature (Nagpuri/Khurukh/Mundari), Grammar, Comprehension, Vocabulary, Translation and Composition
Stage 3: Document Verification	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of Original Academic Certificates, Caste and Domicile Validation, Identity Proof Verification, Character and Antecedent Certificates
Stage 4: Medical Examination and Final Merit	Qualifying, Final Selection	General Physical Fitness Standards, Visual Acuity Test, Color Blindness Screening, Preparation of Final Merit List based on Written Scores

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Lohardaga District Cadre position falls under Level 3 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with an entry-level basic pay of Rs. 21,700. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (Rs. 11,501), the salary is further augmented by House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Z cities like Lohardaga at 9% of basic pay (Rs. 1,953). Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 900 plus DA (Rs. 1,377). This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 36,531. After mandatory statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% (Basic + DA) amounting to Rs. 3,320, and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary for a newly recruited employee stands at approximately Rs. 33,000. This competitive compensation structure aligns with the 7th CPC guidelines and will be subject to future revisions under the upcoming 8th CPC recommendations.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums and Jharkhand State Government guidelines, statutory reservations are strictly enforced for this recruitment. Upper age limit relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, women candidates across all categories benefit from horizontal reservation and concessional application fees, ensuring equitable representation and access to public employment opportunities.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Called Document Verification

What is the cutoff criteria for the written examination?

The minimum qualifying cutoff is 40% for General/EWS, 36.5% for OBC, and 32% for SC/ST and female candidates, calculated across both written papers.

Will there be normalization of marks across multiple shifts?

Yes, a standard equipercentile normalization method will be applied to account for any variations in difficulty levels across different exam shifts.

Is there a service bond required upon selection?

No service bond is mandated, but selected candidates must sign an undertaking to serve the Lohardaga District Administration for a minimum of three years.

What is the duration of the probation period for this post?

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

Can candidates from other states apply for this district cadre post?

Candidates from other states can apply under the Unreserved category, provided they meet the requisite educational and language proficiency criteria.

Where will the final posting be located?

The final posting will be within the administrative offices, block headquarters, or revenue offices located exclusively within the Lohardaga district.