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Assistant Grade Promotion Etc

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Assistant Grade Promotion Etc administered by MANIPURGOVTPRESS Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: MANIPURGOVTPRESS Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 12-10-2020 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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Applications the Post of Sr Manager Civil Manager Civil	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-07-29
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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Nib for Entering Into Rate Contract for Procurement of Vc	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Nib for Procurement of Amc Fms and New Equipment for Wifi	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Nib for Short Term RFP for Entering Into Rate Contract for Hiri	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Nib for Upgradation Scaling Up and Annual Technical Support 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 Assistant Grade Promotion Etc?

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 12-10-2020. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from MANIPURGOVTPRESS Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official Manipur Government Press recruitment portal to initiate the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing a valid email address, active mobile number, and basic personal identification details.

Log in with generated credentials to fill out the detailed application form, entering academic qualifications, work experience, and specific cadre preferences for the Assistant Grade position.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificates, graduation degrees, caste certificates if applicable, and passport-sized photographs conforming to the specified dimensions and file sizes.

Proceed to the secure payment gateway to remit the application fee using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to download and save the generated transaction receipt.

Submit the finalized application form, print the confirmation page for future reference, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the written examination admit cards.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Assistant Grade Promotion Etc 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 (Paper I - General English & General Knowledge)	100 Marks, 2 Hours	English Grammar and Comprehension, Vocabulary and Synonyms, Current Affairs (National and State), History and Geography of Manipur, Basic Computer Literacy
Stage 2: Written Examination (Paper II - Office Procedure & Financial Rules)	100 Marks, 2 Hours	Manipur Government Rules of Business, Central Secretariat Office Procedure, CCS (Conduct) Rules, Fundamental Rules and Supplementary Rules (FRSR), General Financial Rules (GFR)
Stage 3: Computer Proficiency and Typing Test	Qualifying, 10 Minutes	English Typing Speed of 35 wpm, MS Word and Excel Operations, Formatting of Official Letters, Basic Data Entry and Spreadsheet Management
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of Original Academic Credentials, Caste and Category Certificate Validation, No Objection Certificate (NOC) for Serving Employees, Standard Medical Fitness Assessment

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Assistant Grade cadre at Manipur Government Press is positioned under Level 6 of the Manipur Services (Revised Pay) Rules, corresponding to the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. The entry-level basic pay is established at Rs. 35,400. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (Rs. 18,762), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Z cities like Imphal calculated at 9% (Rs. 3,186), along with a Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 1,800 plus DA on TA (Rs. 2,754 total), the Gross Monthly Salary amounts to approximately Rs. 60,102. After statutory deductions, which include the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 5,416) and Employee Group Insurance Scheme/Professional Tax (Rs. 200), the estimated net in-hand monthly salary for a newly recruited Assistant Grade officer stands at Rs. 54,486. This structure will be further optimized upon the implementation of the 8th CPC recommendations.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines and the Government of Manipur reservation rules, vertical reservation is strictly enforced with 10% allocated for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), alongside mandated quotas for Scheduled Tribes (ST), Scheduled Castes (SC), and Other Backward Classes (OBC). Age relaxations are granted up to 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC candidates, and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Furthermore, horizontal reservation is applicable for women candidates, and fee concessions or exemptions are provided to SC, ST, PwBD, and women applicants to promote inclusive public employment.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Assistant Grade Promotion Etc

What are the minimum qualifying cutoff marks for the Assistant Grade written examination?

Candidates must secure a minimum of 40% in each paper for the General category, and 35% for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC) to be eligible for the subsequent computer proficiency test.

Will there be any normalization of marks if the exam is conducted in multiple shifts?

Yes, if the written examination is conducted across multiple sessions, a standard equipercentile normalization method will be applied to ensure parity and fairness across different difficulty levels.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement required upon joining?

No service bond is required; however, selected candidates must execute a standard undertaking to serve the Manipur Government Press for a minimum of three years before seeking external transfers.

What is the duration of the probation period for the Assistant Grade post?

The selected candidates will undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and adaptation to office procedures will be closely evaluated.

Does the syllabus include questions specific to the printing and stationery industry?

While the core syllabus focuses on general administration and office procedures, Paper II may contain basic questions regarding government printing protocols, publication rules, and stationery management.

Where will the selected Assistant Grade officers be posted?

The primary posting location is the Directorate of Printing and Stationery (Manipur Government Press) in Imphal, with potential postings in branch offices or secretariat departments as required.