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Cancellation of 16 Posts of Scientists 06 Posts of Sr

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Cancellation of 16 Posts of Scientists 06 Posts of Sr administered by LUDHIANA Authority (Puducherry).

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

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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 Cancellation of 16 Posts of Scientists 06 Posts of Sr?

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 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, complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal, contact, and academic details to generate a unique login ID.

Log in with credentials to select the specific Scientist/Senior Scientist post, fill in detailed professional experience, research publications, and academic qualifications accurately.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including matriculation certificate, degree certificates, category certificates, and research papers in the prescribed PDF/JPEG format and size limits.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the system-generated payment receipt for future reference.

Submit the final application form, print the confirmation page, and regularly check the portal for the release of the e-admit card prior to the examination.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Cancellation of 16 Posts of Scientists 06 Posts of Sr 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 Screening Test	200 Marks, 180 Minutes	Research Methodology, General Aptitude, Quantitative Ability, Logical Reasoning, and Data Interpretation.
Stage 2: Technical Domain Presentation	100 Marks, 45 Minutes	Subject-specific specialization (Agricultural, Environmental, or Industrial Sciences), research proposal defense, and past publications analysis.
Stage 3: Personal Interview	100 Marks, 30 Minutes	Evaluation of leadership capabilities, domain expertise, communication skills, and adaptability to institutional research goals.
Stage 4: Document Verification & Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of original academic credentials, experience certificates, category status, and standard physical fitness assessment.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for Scientist and Senior Scientist cadres under the Ludhiana Authority corresponds to Level 11 and Level 12 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix respectively. For a Level 11 Scientist post, the entry basic pay is Rs. 67,700. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) currently positioned at 53% (amounting to Rs. 35,881), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Y city (Ludhiana) at 20% (amounting to Rs. 13,540), alongside a Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 3,600 plus DA (totaling Rs. 5,508), the Gross Monthly Salary reaches approximately Rs. 1,22,629. After statutory deductions, including 10% towards the National Pension System (NPS) amounting to Rs. 10,358 and Professional Tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 1,08,500. This highly competitive remuneration package is designed to attract top-tier scientific talent, ensuring long-term career progression and financial security aligned with the upcoming 8th CPC recommendations.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the consolidated guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India, statutory reservations are strictly implemented. Upper age limit relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates are applicable. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year age relaxation. A 10% vertical reservation is earmarked for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) subject to income and asset certificate verification. Furthermore, in line with central mandates, women candidates are exempted from paying the application fee to promote gender diversity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Cancellation of 16 Posts of Scienti

Why was the recruitment for 16 Scientist and 06 Senior Scientist posts cancelled?

The cancellation was executed due to administrative restructuring and realignment of cadre strength under the Ludhiana Authority's revised recruitment rules.

Will the application fee be refunded to candidates who applied before the cancellation?

Yes, the Ludhiana Authority will initiate a full refund of the application fee to the original payment source of all registered candidates.

Is there a normalization process applied to the screening test scores?

Yes, if the screening test is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard percentile-based normalization method is utilized to ensure equity.

What is the standard probation period for these Scientist posts?

Selected candidates are subject to a mandatory probation period of two years, extendable based on performance evaluation by the competent authority.

Is there a service bond required upon joining the Ludhiana Authority?

Yes, candidates must execute a service bond to serve the organization for a minimum period of three years from the date of joining.

Where will the posting location be for the selected Scientists?

The primary posting will be at the headquarters in Ludhiana, with liability to serve at any regional research station under the authority.