MALDA Recruitment Dossier

Care Taker Officer

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Care Taker Officer administered by MALDA Authority (Haryana).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: MALDA Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-08-05 Posting Jurisdiction: Haryana

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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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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Care Taker Officer?

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 2026-08-05. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from MALDA Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Candidates must access the official Malda Authority recruitment portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, a valid email address, and an active mobile number.

Log in with the generated OTR credentials to fill out the detailed online application form, carefully entering academic qualifications, work experience, and preferred examination center choices.

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

Pay the non-refundable application fee online using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to download and print the payment receipt and the finalized application form for reference.

Monitor the portal for the release of the e-Admit Card, which must be downloaded and printed before the exam, as no physical admit cards will be sent by post.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Care Taker Officer 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 (CBT)	200 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness and Current Affairs, English Language and Comprehension
Stage 2: Domain Knowledge Test	100 Marks, 90 Minutes	Estate Management, Inventory and Store Keeping, Office Procedure and Service Rules, Basic Hospitality and Facility Management, First Aid and Safety Protocols
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying in Nature	Verification of Original Academic Certificates, Caste and Category Validation, Character and Antecedents Verification, Standard Medical Fitness Assessment
Stage 4: Final Merit List	Based on Cumulative Score of Stage 1 & 2	Compilation of scores from written and domain tests, Application of reservation rosters, Resolution of tie cases, Final allotment of posts

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Care Taker Officer position under the Malda Authority is classified as a Group B State/Central aligned post, mapped to Level 6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. The entry-level basic pay is set at Rs. 35,400. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% (amounting to Rs. 18,762), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) calculated for Class Y/Z cities (averaging 18% or Rs. 6,372), along with Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 1,800 plus DA on TA (totaling Rs. 2,754), the estimated Gross Monthly Salary is approximately Rs. 63,288. After statutory deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) at 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 5,416) and Professional Tax, the net in-hand monthly salary is estimated to be around Rs. 57,500. This structure is subject to future revisions under the upcoming 8th Central Pay Commission guidelines.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The recruitment process strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India, and state-specific adaptations. Age relaxation is granted up to 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates, and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) in accordance with official mandates. Furthermore, women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee, promoting inclusivity and equal opportunity across all categories.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Care Taker Officer

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the Care Taker Officer exam?

The minimum qualifying marks are 40% for General/EWS, 35% for OBC, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates in each paper, though final selection depends on the competitive merit list.

Will there be normalization of marks across different shifts?

Yes, if the written examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard equipercentile normalization method will be applied to ensure fairness across varying difficulty levels.

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

There is no service bond, but selected candidates must serve a mandatory probation period before being confirmed into permanent service.

What is the duration of the probation period for a Care Taker Officer?

The selected candidates will undergo a probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and administrative capabilities will be closely evaluated.

Does the syllabus include questions on local regional knowledge?

Yes, the General Awareness section includes specific questions on the socio-economic, cultural, and geographical aspects of the state of West Bengal and the Malda region.

Where will the primary posting location be for the selected candidates?

The primary posting will be within the administrative jurisdiction of the Malda Authority, including regional offices, guest houses, and municipal administrative complexes.