MAINPURI Recruitment Dossier

Canteen Attendant

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Canteen Attendant administered by MAINPURI Authority (Gujarat).

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

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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 MAINPURI

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Block Coordinator in the	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-05-01
Block Coordinator Under Pmay G	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-08-13
Block Data Manager	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Candidates Who Have Not Paid Fee	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by MAINPURI

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Pre Bid Meeting Link Date Time 04 30 Pm Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pre Bid Meeting Link Date 22 5 2023 Time 11 30 Am Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pre Bid Meeting Link Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Ptp Pom 201333 TENDER Id 2026 Hbc 535418 1	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 Canteen Attendant?

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 MAINPURI Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official recruitment portal of the Mainpuri Authority, click on the 'New Registration' link, and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal, contact, and identity details.

Log in using the generated OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying educational qualifications, work experience, and preferred examination center locations across the region.

Upload scanned copies of required documents, including a recent passport-sized photograph, signature, matriculation certificate, and category certificate, strictly adhering to the specified file size and format guidelines.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online through the integrated payment gateway using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the generated fee payment receipt for records.

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the e-Admit Card, which must be printed for exam entry.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Canteen Attendant 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 Examination (Objective Type)	100 Marks, 90 Minutes	General Intelligence and Reasoning, Numerical Aptitude, General English, and General Awareness with a focus on current affairs and basic matriculation-level science.
Stage 2: Trade/Skill Test (Qualifying)	Qualifying Nature, 45 Minutes	Practical assessment of culinary skills, kitchen hygiene, food handling, serving etiquette, maintenance of canteen inventory, and knowledge of safety protocols.
Stage 3: Document Verification	No Marks, Verification Only	Scrutiny of original academic certificates, age proof, caste/category certificates, identity proof, character certificates, and no-objection certificates from previous employers if applicable.
Stage 4: Medical Examination	Qualifying Nature	Standard medical fitness assessment by an authorized civil surgeon to ensure physical and mental capability to perform strenuous catering and kitchen duties.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Canteen Attendant post falls under Level 1 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (formerly Grade Pay Rs. 1800). The entry-level basic pay is Rs. 18,000. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53%, the DA amounts to Rs. 9,540. For Mainpuri (classified as a Class Z city), the House Rent Allowance (HRA) is calculated at the minimum rate of Rs. 1,800. Transport Allowance (TA) is set at Rs. 900 plus DA on TA, totaling Rs. 1,377. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 30,717. Deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) comprise 10% of Basic Pay plus DA, which equals Rs. 2,754, alongside minor state insurance deductions. Consequently, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary for a newly recruited Canteen Attendant in Mainpuri is approximately Rs. 27,500, providing a stable and competitive starting package under central government pay structures.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment to the Canteen Attendant cadre strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Upper age limit relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is reserved for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Additionally, fee concessions and age relaxations are applicable to women, ex-servicemen, and departmental candidates as per prevailing government orders.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Canteen Attendant

What is the minimum educational qualification required for the Canteen Attendant post?

Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th Standard) or an equivalent examination from a recognized board of education.

Is there any negative marking in the written examination?

Yes, a negative marking of 0.25 marks is applicable for every incorrect answer in the objective-type written test.

What is the duration of the probation period for selected candidates?

Selected candidates will undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their performance and conduct will be evaluated.

Will the written exam marks be normalized?

Yes, if the written examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard equipercentile normalization method will be applied to determine final merit.

Is there a service bond that selected candidates must sign?

No, there is no service bond requirement for the Canteen Attendant post, but candidates must serve the mandatory probation period.

Where will the primary posting location be for selected candidates?

The primary posting will be within the offices and departmental canteens under the jurisdiction of the Mainpuri Authority.