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Archive Sanction Order

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Archive Sanction Order administered by MAHACID Authority (Manipur).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: MAHACID Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-07-23 Posting Jurisdiction: Manipur

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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. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	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
Applications Are Invited Appointment to the Post of Technical Person	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Applications Are Invited Direct Quota Medical Faculty Posts	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2025-09-25
Applications Are Invited Direct Recruitment to Different Posts in Th	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2025-05-01
Archive Vacancy	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-08-07

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Mining Governance and Growth Support Project Ministry of Natural Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Ministerial Staff Ah Unit Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Ministry of Finance Order F 7 10 2021 Ppd 1 Public Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Minutes of Prebid Meeting Tender	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 Archive Sanction Order?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) 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 2026-07-23. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from MAHACID Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official MAHACID 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 unique login credentials.

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

Upload scanned copies of required documents, including matriculation certificates, degree transcripts, caste validity certificates (if applicable), and a recent passport-sized photograph and signature in the specified JPEG/PDF formats.

Remit the non-refundable application fee online via integrated payment gateways using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to download and save the generated transaction receipt for future reference.

After final submission, monitor the portal for the release of the e-Admit Card, which must be downloaded and printed at least one week prior to the scheduled examination date.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Archive Sanction Order 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	200 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Intelligence & Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness with special reference to Maharashtra, English and Marathi Language Proficiency
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Test	100 Marks, 90 Minutes	Archival Science and Record Management, Information Technology and Digital Archiving, Public Records Act 1993, Administrative Sanction Procedures and Legal Frameworks
Stage 3: Document Verification and Biometric Matching	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of Original Academic Credentials, Caste and Category Validity Certificates, Non-Creamy Layer Verification, Biometric and Identity Authentication
Stage 4: Medical Examination and Final Merit List	Qualifying, Based on Cumulative Score	Standard Medical Fitness Assessment, Character and Antecedents Verification, Preparation of Final Merit List based on Stage 1 and Stage 2 scores

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Archive Sanction Order post under the MAHACID Authority is classified under Pay Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, corresponding to an entry-level Basic Pay of Rs. 35,400. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (Rs. 18,762), the compensation package is highly competitive. House Rent Allowance (HRA) varies by classification: Class X cities receive 30% (Rs. 10,620), Class Y cities receive 20% (Rs. 7,080), and Class Z cities receive 10% (Rs. 3,540). Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 3,600 plus DA thereon for urban centers. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary for a Class Y posting amounts to approximately Rs. 66,750. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% (Basic + DA) amounting to Rs. 5,416, and minor professional taxes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 60,950.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums and Maharashtra state government directives, the MAHACID recruitment enforces a strict reservation policy. Age relaxations are granted up to 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), and 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC) candidates. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year age relaxation. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, women candidates benefit from a 30% horizontal reservation and are exempted from application fees, ensuring equitable representation across all administrative cadres.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Archive Sanction Order

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the MAHACID Archive Sanction Order exam?

Candidates must secure a minimum of 45% marks in the Computer Based Screening Test and Domain Specialization Test to be considered for the subsequent stages of the selection process.

Will there be normalization of marks across different exam shifts?

Yes, multi-shift exam scores will be normalized using the standard equipercentile method adopted by the MAHACID Authority to ensure fairness across varying difficulty levels.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement for this post?

Selected candidates must execute a service bond agreeing to serve the MAHACID Authority for a minimum period of 3 years, or refund training costs in case of early resignation.

What is the duration of the probation period for newly recruited officers?

Appointed candidates will undergo a mandatory probation period of 2 years, during which their performance, conduct, and administrative capabilities will be closely evaluated before confirmation.

Are there any specific reference books recommended for the Cadre Domain Specialization syllabus?

Candidates should refer to the Public Records Act, manuals on Archival Science, and standard government publications on administrative sanctioning procedures and digital record-keeping systems.

Where will the selected Archive Sanction Orders be posted?

The primary postings are at the MAHACID Headquarters in Pune, with potential administrative deployments at regional CID offices across major cities in Maharashtra.