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Candidates Shortlisted Interview Integrated Phd Program

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Candidates Shortlisted Interview Integrated Phd Program administered by MAHOBA Authority (All India / Central).

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

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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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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Pre Bid Meeting Link Date Time 3 00 Pm Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pre Bid Meeting Link Date at 02 30 Pm Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pre Bid Meeting Link Date at 02 30 Pm Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Procurement Installation Testing Comissioning of Hvac System for 02 R	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 Candidates Shortlisted Interview Integrated Phd Program?

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 MAHOBA Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official MAHOBA Authority recruitment portal, initiate the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing a valid email and mobile number, and generate unique login credentials for the system.

Log in to complete the detailed profile, entering academic qualifications, research publications, and professional experience, ensuring all mandatory fields match matriculation certificates and university degrees.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including passport-sized photographs, signatures, category certificates, and a comprehensive research proposal in PDF format, adhering strictly to the specified file size limits.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to pay the non-refundable application fee using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and save the system-generated transaction receipt for future reference.

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the shortlisted candidates list and subsequent interview call letters.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Candidates Shortlisted Interview Integrated Phd Program 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	Research Methodology, Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, Data Interpretation, and Basic Applied Sciences
Stage 2: Research Proposal Presentation	50 Marks, 30 Minutes	Domain Specialization, Literature Review, Methodology Formulation, Feasibility Analysis, and Expected Research Outcomes
Stage 3: Personal Interview and Viva-Voce	100 Marks, 45 Minutes	Subject Matter Expertise, Academic Track Record, Problem Solving Capabilities, Communication Skills, and Research Alignment
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of Original Academic Degrees, Caste Certificates, Identity Proofs, and General Physical Fitness Assessment

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The selected candidates for the Integrated PhD Program under the MAHOBA Authority are placed in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 10 (Scientific Officer/Research Cadre) with an entry basic pay of Rs. 56,100. Dearness Allowance (DA) calculated at the current rate of 53% amounts to Rs. 29,733. House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Z cities (applicable to Mahoba) is set at 10%, amounting to Rs. 5,610. Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), totaling Rs. 5,508. The Gross Monthly Salary is estimated at Rs. 96,951. Deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) comprise 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 8,583), alongside minor professional tax and health scheme contributions of Rs. 1,000. This results in a highly competitive net in-hand monthly salary of approximately Rs. 87,368, which will be further revised upon the implementation of the 8th Central Pay Commission.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The MAHOBA Authority strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Vertical reservation is provided with a 10% quota for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). 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). Furthermore, in line with central mandates, women candidates across all categories are fully exempted from the payment of application fees to promote gender diversity in higher scientific research.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Candidates Shortlisted Interview In

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the screening test?

The minimum qualifying cutoff is 50% for General/EWS categories and 45% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD categories, though actual shortlisting depends on merit vacancy ratios.

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

Yes, if the screening test is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard equipercentile normalization method will be utilized to ensure equity across sessions.

Is there a service bond required for the Integrated PhD Program?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service association bond of Rs. 2,00,000 to serve the institution or complete the program for a minimum of three years.

What is the duration of the probation period after selection?

Candidates will undergo a structured academic and administrative probation period of two years, subject to performance reviews before confirmation.

Where can I access the detailed syllabus for the domain specialization?

The detailed, subject-wise syllabus is hosted on the MAHOBA Authority official portal under the 'Recruitment and Academics' tab.

Where will the primary posting and research location be?

The primary posting and research operations will be based at the main campus of the MAHOBA Authority, with field research opportunities across designated regional centers.