MALAPPURAM Recruitment Dossier

Canteen Attendant in Non Statutory

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Canteen Attendant in Non Statutory administered by MALAPPURAM Authority (Gujarat).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: MALAPPURAM 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

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Block Developement Officer	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-08-14
Block Development 038 Panchayat Officer	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Block Development Officer	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Canteen Consultant Hiring Didi Ki Rasoi Closing Date	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-08-26

Active Procurement Tenders by MALAPPURAM

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Pre Bid Meeting Addendum Clarifications with Respect Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pre Bid Meeting Request for Proposal RFP Empanelment of Ca	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pre Bid Meeting Request for Proposal RFP for Development	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Ptp Pom 201386 TENDER Id 2026 Hbc 538405 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 in Non Statutory?

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 MALAPPURAM Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain malappuram.dcourts.gov.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 Malappuram Authority and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, a valid email address, and an active mobile number.

Log in using the generated OTR credentials, select the Canteen Attendant recruitment notification, and fill out the detailed application form with academic qualifications and work experience.

Upload scanned copies of required documents, including a recent passport-sized photograph, signature, matriculation certificate for age proof, and category certificates, strictly adhering to the specified file dimensions.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online through the integrated payment gateway using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to save the transaction confirmation receipt.

Submit the finalized application form, download the generated confirmation PDF, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the CBT admit cards prior to the exam date.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Canteen Attendant in Non Statutory 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 Test (CBT)	100 Marks, 90 Minutes	General Intelligence and Reasoning, Numerical Aptitude, General English (basic grammar, vocabulary, sentence structure), and General Awareness (current affairs, sports, basic science, and Indian history).
Stage 2: Trade and Skill Test	Qualifying Only, 45 Minutes	Practical assessment of kitchen hygiene, food handling, table setting, serving etiquette, identification of kitchen utensils, and basic knowledge of culinary safety standards.
Stage 3: Document Verification	Qualifying Only	Scrutiny of original matriculation certificates, caste/category certificates, character certificates, identity proofs, and verification of eligibility criteria declared in the application form.
Stage 4: Medical Examination	Qualifying Only	Comprehensive medical fitness assessment by an authorized government medical officer, focusing on general physical fitness, vision standards, and absence of communicable diseases suitable for food service.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The post of Canteen Attendant (Non-Statutory) under the Malappuram Authority falls under Level 1 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. The entry-level basic pay is set at Rs. 18,000 per month. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) rate of 53%, the DA amounts to Rs. 9,540. House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Malappuram, classified as a Class Z city, is calculated at 10% of the basic pay, amounting to Rs. 1,800. Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 900 plus DA (53%), totaling Rs. 1,377. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary is estimated at Rs. 30,717. After mandatory statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% on Basic plus DA (Rs. 2,754) and nominal professional tax/health insurance deductions, the net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 27,663, making it a highly secure and competitive entry-level central government career.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment to the post of Canteen Attendant follows the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Upper age relaxation is granted as 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year age relaxation. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). In accordance with central mandates, women candidates, Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and PwBD applicants are completely exempted from paying the application fee, promoting inclusive participation.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Canteen Attendant in Non Statutory

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. No prior experience in canteen management is mandatory, though it is preferred.

Will there be normalization of marks in the Computer Based Test?

Yes, if the Computer Based Test is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard multi-shift normalization formula approved by the authority will be applied to equate the difficulty levels across different sessions.

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

There is no service bond or financial indemnity bond required for the Canteen Attendant post; however, selected candidates must serve a mandatory probation period.

What is the duration of the probation period for newly recruited Canteen Attendants?

Newly appointed candidates will be on probation for a period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and suitability for the cadre will be closely monitored before confirmation.

What is the negative marking scheme in the Stage 1 written examination?

There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer in the objective-type Computer Based Test. No marks are deducted for unattempted questions.

Where will the selected candidates be posted under the Malappuram Authority?

Selected candidates will be primarily posted in the departmental canteens and administrative offices of the authority located within Malappuram district, Kerala, with liability for transfer as per administrative requirements.