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At Iist

Official gazetted recruitment notification for At Iist administered by MAHAGST Authority (Assam).

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

Related Active Openings under MAHAGST

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Area Advisors	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Area Non Local	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-05-20
Area Officers	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-12-30
At Glance	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by MAHAGST

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Pr Trz Muz Bsptcl 2026 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pr Trz Patna 2025 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pr Trz Patna 2026 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
01 Pr Trz Muz Bsptcl 2024 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 At Iist?

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 MAHAGST Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official MAHAGST or MPSC recruitment portal to initiate registration, providing a valid email address and mobile number to generate unique login credentials and complete the profile setup.

Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) by entering detailed personal, educational, and reservation category details, ensuring all entries align with matriculation and graduation certificates.

Upload scanned copies of the candidate's passport-sized photograph, signature, caste certificate, and non-creamy layer certificate in the prescribed JPEG/PDF format and size limits.

Pay the application fee online using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, with reserved categories and women candidates receiving applicable concessions as per government norms.

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page for future reference, and monitor the portal for the release of the e-Admit Card prior to the exam.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for At Iist 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: Preliminary Written Examination	100 Marks, 60 Minutes	General Awareness, Maharashtra History and Geography, Civics, Basic Economics, General Science, Aptitude Test and Arithmetic
Stage 2: Mains Written Examination	400 Marks, 120 Minutes	Marathi and English Language Skills, General Knowledge, Bookkeeping and Accountancy, Information Technology, GST and VAT Acts, Right to Information Act 2005
Stage 3: Computer Typing Skill Test	Qualifying Only, 10 Minutes	Marathi Typing Speed of 30 wpm, English Typing Speed of 40 wpm, Accuracy and Formatting Skills
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of Original Academic Certificates, Caste Validity Certificate, Non-Creamy Layer Verification, Standard Medical Fitness Standards

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Tax Assistant cadre at MAHAGST falls under the Maharashtra Civil Services Pay Matrix Level S-8 (equivalent to 7th CPC Level 4), with an entry-level basic pay of Rs. 25,500. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% (Rs. 13,515), House Rent Allowance (HRA) calculated at 30% for Class X cities (Rs. 7,650), 20% for Class Y, and 10% for Class Z, and Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 3,600 plus DA thereon, the Gross Monthly Salary in a Class X city amounts to approximately Rs. 52,000. After mandatory deductions of 10% towards the National Pension System (NPS) (Basic + DA) amounting to Rs. 3,901, and Professional Tax of Rs. 200, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary for a newly recruited Tax Assistant is approximately Rs. 47,899. This structured compensation is subject to annual increments of 3% and future revisions under the upcoming 8th Central Pay Commission guidelines.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official DoPT OM and Maharashtra Government guidelines, the recruitment enforces a strict vertical and horizontal reservation policy. Age relaxations are granted up to 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates, while Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year relaxation. A 10% vertical quota is reserved for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Women candidates benefit from a 30% horizontal reservation and fee concessions. All reserved category benefits require valid, state-issued certificates, including the Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) certificate for OBC candidates, submitted during the application process.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — At Iist

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the MAHAGST Tax Assistant exam?

Candidates must secure a minimum of 35% in the open category and 30% in the reserved categories to qualify, though final selection depends on the merit list.

Is there a normalization process applied to the written exam scores?

Yes, if the exam is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard equipercentile normalization method is used to ensure fairness across different difficulty levels.

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

There is no financial service bond, but selected candidates must serve a mandatory probation period before being confirmed as permanent state government employees.

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

The selected candidates undergo a probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and typing proficiency are closely monitored and evaluated.

Can candidates from other states apply under the reserved categories?

No, reservation benefits are strictly limited to candidates possessing a valid domicile of Maharashtra. Outstation candidates will be treated under the General/Open category.

Where will the primary posting locations be after selection?

Selected candidates are primarily posted in the MAHAGST headquarters in Mumbai or various divisional and circle offices across major cities in Maharashtra.