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Basic Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Basic Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing administered by MADURAI Authority (Assam).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: MADURAI Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-08-11 Posting Jurisdiction: Assam

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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 Basic Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing?

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 2026-08-11. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from MADURAI Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official Madurai Authority recruitment portal and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid personal credentials, active email address, and mobile number to generate a unique candidate ID.

Log in with OTR credentials to fill out the detailed online application form, carefully entering academic qualifications, professional psychiatric nursing registration details, and preferred examination center choices.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including the Basic Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing certificate, nursing council registration, passport-size photograph, and signature, strictly adhering to specified file formats and sizes.

Remit the prescribed application fee online using secure payment gateways like net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the system-generated fee receipt for future reference.

Monitor the portal for the release of the e-admit card, download it using your registration credentials, and print a clear copy to present at the designated examination venue.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Basic Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing 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	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Anatomy and Physiology, General Nursing Principles, Pharmacology, Basic Psychology, Mental Health Nursing Concepts
Stage 2: Psychiatric Specialty Paper	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	Advanced Psychiatric Nursing, Psychopathology, Therapeutic Communication, Psychopharmacology, Community Mental Health, Crisis Intervention
Stage 3: Document Verification and Clinical Competency	Qualifying, 1 Day	Verification of Nursing Council Registration, Original Academic Certificates, Clinical Skill Assessment, Basic Life Support (BLS) Demonstration
Stage 4: Medical Examination and Final Merit List	Qualifying, 1 Day	Standard Medical Fitness Assessment, Psychological Evaluation, Preparation of Final Merit List based on cumulative written scores

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The post of Psychiatric Nurse holding a Basic Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing under the Madurai Authority is aligned with Level 7 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, featuring an entry-level basic pay of Rs. 44,900. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) currently positioned at 53% (Rs. 23,797), the salary is further augmented by House Rent Allowance (HRA) depending on the city classification (Class Y for Madurai at 20%, amounting to Rs. 8,980). Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 3,600 plus DA (totaling Rs. 5,508). This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 83,185. After mandatory statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 6,870) and professional taxes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary for a newly recruited Psychiatric Nurse stands at approximately Rs. 75,500, offering a highly competitive and secure compensation package.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment under the Madurai Authority strictly adheres to the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines and State reservation policies. 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 reservation of 10% is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Additionally, women candidates and reserved category applicants are eligible for application fee concessions, ensuring equitable access and representation across all cadres in the psychiatric nursing services.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Basic Diploma in Psychiatric Nursin

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the written examination?

The minimum qualifying cutoff is 50% for General/EWS candidates and 45% for OBC, and 40% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates in each paper.

Will there be normalization of marks across different exam shifts?

Yes, if the exam is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard multi-shift normalization formula based on percentile scores will be applied.

Is there a mandatory service bond for candidates selected for this post?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service bond to serve the Madurai Authority or designated state health facilities for a minimum period of 3 years.

What is the duration of the probation period after joining?

The newly recruited Psychiatric Nurses will be on a probation period of 2 years, during which their clinical performance and conduct will be evaluated.

Does the syllabus include general aptitude and language proficiency?

Yes, the Stage 1 screening test includes a 20% weightage for General Aptitude, Numerical Ability, and English Language proficiency.

Where will the primary posting locations be after selection?

Primary postings will be at the Government Psychiatric units, Madurai Medical College, or affiliated government mental health centers in the region.