MAU Recruitment Dossier

Career Recruitment

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Career Recruitment administered by MAU Authority (Karnataka).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: MAU Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 17-07-2026 Posting Jurisdiction: Karnataka

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Official Domain: mau.nic.in | Jurisdiction: Karnataka

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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

Related Active Openings under MAU

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Brief	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-06-12
Brief Employment Notification Recruitment to the Posts of Aee Electrical	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2025-08-14
Brief Recruitment Notice	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Career Advertisements	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-04-11

Active Procurement Tenders by MAU

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Pre Bid Clarifications TENDER RFP for Appointment of Direct Tax Consultant	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pre Bid Clarrification Procurement of Hpc Cluster Iiser Pur 1344 18	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pre Bid Meeting Minutes Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Prebid Queries Response RFP for Selection of Trustee Bank Under	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 Career Recruitment?

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 17-07-2026. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from MAU Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official MAU Authority recruitment portal, complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal, educational, and contact details to generate a unique candidate login ID.

Scan and upload essential documents including matriculation certificate for age proof, degree certificates, category certificates if applicable, and recent passport-sized photograph and signature in specified formats.

Log in with OTR credentials, select the Career Recruitment notification, fill in specific academic details, choose preferred exam centers, and verify all entered information before final submission.

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

Monitor the portal for the release of the e-Admit Card, which will be issued two weeks prior to the exam, and download it for entry to the exam hall.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Career Recruitment 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 Screening Test	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language and Comprehension, General Awareness and Current Affairs
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	200 Marks, 180 Minutes	Advanced Administrative and Financial Management, Statutory Regulations and Public Policy, Data Analysis and Decision Making, Organizational Behavior and Governance
Stage 3: Document Verification and Interview	50 Marks, 30 Minutes	Verification of Original Academic and Category Credentials, Personality and Communication Skills Assessment, Domain Suitability and Situational Judgment
Stage 4: Medical Examination and Merit List	Qualifying, No Marks	Comprehensive Physical Fitness Assessment, Visual and Auditory Acuity Tests, Final Merit Compilation based on Stage 2 and Stage 3 scores

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Under the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) guidelines, the Career Recruitment cadre of the MAU Authority is positioned at Pay Matrix Level 7. The Entry Basic Pay for this level is set at Rupees 44,900. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) currently calculated at 53% (amounting to Rupees 23,797), and incorporating House Rent Allowance (HRA) for a Class Y city at 20% (Rupees 8,980), along with a Transport Allowance (TA) of Rupees 3,600 plus DA on TA (totaling Rupees 5,508), the Gross Monthly Salary is estimated at Rupees 83,185. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% on Basic plus DA (Rupees 6,870) and Professional Tax, the net in-hand monthly salary for a newly recruited officer is approximately Rupees 76,065, making it a highly lucrative public sector career path.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, the MAU Authority implements a strict reservation policy. This includes a 5-year age relaxation for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), and a 3-year relaxation for Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL). Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year age relaxation. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in line with gender empowerment guidelines, women candidates are exempted from paying the application fee across all categories.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Career Recruitment

How are the minimum qualifying marks and cutoffs determined for the MAU Career Recruitment?

Cutoffs are calculated dynamically based on the total vacancies, difficulty level of the paper, and the overall performance of candidates, subject to minimum qualifying marks of 40% for General/EWS.

Will there be a normalization of marks across different exam shifts?

Yes, a multi-shift normalization method based on standard deviation and mean formula of DoPT is applied to ensure equity across different difficulty levels of question papers.

Is there a service agreement or bond required upon joining the MAU Authority?

Selected candidates must execute a service surety bond of Rupees Two Lakhs to serve the MAU Authority for a minimum period of three years from the date of joining.

What is the duration and nature of the probation period for this cadre?

Appointed candidates will undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and adaptability to statutory duties will be closely evaluated.

Is the syllabus for the domain-specific paper aligned with standard university curricula?

Yes, the domain syllabus is aligned with standard graduation-level curricula of recognized Indian universities, focusing on core administrative, technical, and regulatory frameworks.

Where will the selected candidates be posted after successful completion of training?

Candidates will be posted at the headquarters or any regional offices of the MAU Authority, with initial postings determined by administrative requirements and merit-cum-preference.