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Assistant Grade

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Assistant Grade 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: 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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Assistant Grade Promotion Etc	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	12-10-2020

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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?

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.

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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, complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, and generate a unique candidate login ID and password.

Log in to fill the comprehensive application form, specifying educational qualifications, work experience, and preferred examination centers across Manipur before saving the draft profile.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificate, graduation degree, caste certificate (if applicable), passport-size photograph, and signature in the prescribed JPEG/PDF formats.

Remit the non-refundable application fee online via net banking, credit/debit card, or UPI, and download the system-generated payment receipt for future verification.

Monitor the portal for the release of the e-Admit Card, download it upon notification, and print a clear copy to carry to the designated exam center.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Assistant Grade 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)	100 Marks, 2 Hours	General English, Précis Writing, Drafting, General Knowledge, Current Affairs of Manipur
Stage 2: Written Examination (Paper II)	100 Marks, 2 Hours	Basic Mathematics, Logical Reasoning, Computer Applications, Office Procedure Rules
Stage 3: Computer Proficiency Test	Qualifying, 30 Minutes	English Typing (30 wpm), MS Word, MS Excel, Basic Internet Operations
Stage 4: Document Verification & Medical Examination	No Marks, Verification Stage	Original Certificate Verification, Identity Proofing, Physical Fitness Standards, Character Antecedents Check

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Assistant Grade cadre at the Manipur Government Press is positioned under Level 5 of the Manipur Services (Revised Pay) Rules, 2019, which is aligned with the 7th CPC framework. The entry-level Basic Pay for this post is set at INR 25,200. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) calculated at 53% (amounting to INR 13,356), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Z cities like Imphal at 9% (INR 2,268), and a fixed Transport Allowance (TA) of INR 1,800 plus DA on TA, the Gross Monthly Salary is estimated at INR 43,578. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% (Basic + DA) amounting to INR 3,856 and professional tax, the net in-hand monthly salary for a newly recruited Assistant Grade officer is approximately INR 39,400.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment to the Assistant Grade post strictly adheres to the Department of Personnel and Administrative Reforms (DPAR), Government of Manipur, and Central DoPT guidelines. Age relaxations are granted up to 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year relaxation, while EWS candidates benefit from a 10% vertical reservation quota. In line with state directives, women candidates are eligible for fee concessions and horizontal reservation. All reservation claims must be supported by valid certificates issued by competent authorities of the Government of Manipur.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Assistant Grade

What is the minimum educational qualification required for the Assistant Grade post?

Candidates must possess a Bachelor Degree from a recognized University and a minimum 6-month Diploma in Computer Applications from a registered institute.

Is there any service bond or minimum service agreement for selected candidates?

There is no financial service bond, but selected candidates must serve a mandatory probation period of two years before being confirmed.

How is the final merit list prepared for the Assistant Grade recruitment?

The final merit list is prepared based on the aggregate marks secured in Paper I and Paper II of the Written Examination, subject to qualifying the Computer Proficiency Test.

What is the probation period and where will the selected candidates be posted?

The probation period is two years. Selected candidates will be posted at the Directorate of Printing and Stationery (Government Press), Imphal, Manipur.

Will there be any normalization of marks across different shifts of the exam?

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

Are candidates from states other than Manipur eligible to apply for this post?

Candidates must be citizens of India and must be registered with any Employment Exchange in Manipur, effectively requiring local residency or registration.