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Base Ea

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Base Ea administered by LUDHIANA Authority (Gujarat).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: LUDHIANA Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-08-14 Posting Jurisdiction: Gujarat

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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 Base Ea?

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 2026-08-14. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from LUDHIANA Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official Ludhiana Authority recruitment portal and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, a valid email address, and an active mobile number to generate login credentials.

Log in with the generated credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying academic qualifications, work experience, and choosing preferred examination centers across Punjab.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including a recent passport-sized photograph, signature, matriculation certificate for age proof, and category certificates, strictly adhering to the specified file size limits.

Remit the non-refundable application fee online using debit cards, credit cards, net banking, or UPI, and download the system-generated payment receipt along with the finalized application form.

Monitor the portal for the release of the admit card, which must be downloaded and printed, containing the designated exam center, date, time, and mandatory candidate instructions.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Base Ea 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, Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, General Awareness of Punjab, and Basic English Language Proficiency.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	100 Marks / 120 Minutes	Civil Engineering fundamentals, Urban Planning principles, Punjab Municipal Building Bye-laws, Environmental Engineering, and Infrastructure Management.
Stage 3: Document Verification	Qualifying / No Marks	Scrutiny of original academic degrees, matriculation certificate, Punjab domicile proof, category certificates, and character references.
Stage 4: Medical Examination and Merit List	Qualifying / Final Selection	Standard medical fitness assessment conducted by the authorized state medical board to ensure physical and mental suitability for the role.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Base Ea (Base Assistant/Engineer) cadre under the Ludhiana Authority is positioned at Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of Rs. 35,400. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) currently set at 53% (amounting to Rs. 18,762), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) calculated at 20% for Class Y cities like Ludhiana (amounting to Rs. 7,080), the compensation package is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), totaling Rs. 5,508. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 66,750. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% on Basic plus DA (Rs. 5,416) and Professional Tax (Rs. 200), the estimated net in-hand monthly salary for a newly recruited officer stands at approximately Rs. 61,134, providing robust financial stability.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines and Punjab Government reservation policies, statutory relaxations are strictly enforced. Candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) receive a 5-year upper age limit relaxation, while Other Backward Classes (OBC) receive a 3-year relaxation. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are entitled to a 10-year relaxation. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Additionally, women candidates benefit from fee concessions and horizontal reservation as per the latest state government notifications.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Base Ea

How are the category-wise cutoffs determined for the Base Ea exam?

The cutoffs are determined based on the total number of vacancies, the difficulty level of the exam papers, and the overall performance of candidates across different reservation categories.

Is there a normalization process applied to the examination scores?

Yes, a standard multi-shift normalization method is applied to ensure equity if the Computer Based Test is conducted across multiple sessions with varying difficulty levels.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement for selected candidates?

Selected candidates must execute a service bond agreeing to serve the Ludhiana Authority for a minimum period of three years, or pay a specified indemnity amount.

What is the probation period and the salary structure during probation?

The probation period is three years, during which candidates receive the fixed minimum pay of the scale without allowances, as per the prevailing Punjab Government rules.

Can I change my domain specialization subject after submitting the application?

No, the domain specialization subject selected during the registration process is final and cannot be altered after the final submission of the application form.

Where will the selected candidates be posted after the training period?

Selected candidates will be posted within the municipal and administrative jurisdiction of the Ludhiana Authority or associated urban development projects in the region.