MATHURA Recruitment Dossier

Botany Plant Science and Economics

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Botany Plant Science and Economics administered by MATHURA Authority (Jammu and Kashmir).

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

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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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MATHURA Cadre Recruitment Notification	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
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Pre Bid Clarification Procurement of Cnc Vertical Machining Center Iiser	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Botany Plant Science and Economics?

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 MATHURA Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

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

Log in using the generated OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying educational qualifications in Botany, Plant Science, and Agricultural Economics.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificates, degree transcripts, caste certificates (if applicable), a recent passport-size photograph, and signature in the prescribed format.

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

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page for future reference, and monitor the portal for the release of the e-Admit Card before the exam.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Botany Plant Science and Economics 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 Studies & Economics)	200 Marks / 120 Minutes	Indian Economy, Agricultural Economics, Micro and Macro Economic Theories, Public Finance, General Knowledge, Current Affairs, and Quantitative Aptitude.
Stage 2: Written Examination (Paper II - Botany & Plant Science)	300 Marks / 180 Minutes	Plant Physiology, Biochemistry, Ecology, Economic Botany, Plant Breeding, Genetics, Biotechnology, and Sustainable Agricultural Practices.
Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical Examination	Qualifying / Non-Graded	Verification of original academic degrees, caste/reservation certificates, character certificates, and a comprehensive medical fitness test conducted by an authorized medical board.
Stage 4: Personal Interview & Final Merit List	50 Marks / 30 Minutes	Evaluation of personality, communication skills, domain knowledge in plant sciences, economic policy application, and final compilation of merit based on cumulative scores.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The post of Scientific Officer (Botany Plant Science and Economics) under the Mathura Authority is classified as Group 'A' (Gazetted), aligned with Level 10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix with an Entry Basic Pay of Rs. 56,100. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% (Rs. 29,733), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for a Class Y city like Mathura at 20% (Rs. 11,220), along with Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), the Gross Monthly Salary accumulates to approximately Rs. 1,02,561. Deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) amounting to Rs. 8,583 (10% of Basic + DA) and Professional Tax/GIS bring the total deductions to roughly Rs. 9,000. Consequently, the estimated in-hand net monthly salary for a newly recruited officer stands at approximately Rs. 93,561, making it a highly lucrative and prestigious public sector career opportunity.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment under the Mathura Authority strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India, and the State Government. The policy mandates a 10% vertical reservation for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Age relaxations are applicable as per rules: 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). Furthermore, women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are granted full concession or exemption from paying the application fee.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Botany Plant Science and Economics

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the written examination?

The minimum qualifying cutoff is 40% for General/EWS candidates, 35% for OBC, and 30% for SC/ST candidates across both papers individually.

Will there be normalization of marks across different shifts?

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

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

Selected candidates must execute a service bond to serve the Mathura Authority for a minimum period of 2 years or pay a penalty of Rs. 2,00,000.

What is the duration of the probation period for the recruited officers?

The newly appointed officers will be on a probation period of 2 years, during which their performance and conduct will be closely monitored.

Can candidates with a degree in pure Economics apply for this post?

No, candidates must possess an interdisciplinary or dual specialization degree in Botany/Plant Science along with Economics, or a specialized degree in Agricultural Economics.

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

The primary posting will be within the jurisdiction of the Mathura Authority, including urban planning, agricultural zones, and regional development offices in Mathura-Vrindavan.