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Avpa Iii Interview Rescheduled Personal Interview List

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Avpa Iii Interview Rescheduled Personal Interview List administered by MCF Authority (Kerala).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: MCF Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-07-12 Posting Jurisdiction: Kerala

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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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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Empanelment of HR Agencies Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Aggregation and Marketing Facility Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Vendor Registration Form Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Vendor Registration 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 Avpa Iii Interview Rescheduled Personal Interview List?

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 2026-07-12. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from MCF Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Visit the official MCF recruitment portal to initiate One Time Registration by entering your primary personal details, active email address, and mobile number to generate unique login credentials.

Log in with the generated credentials to fill out the comprehensive application form, detailing your academic qualifications, professional experience, and preferred examination centers accurately.

Upload scanned high-resolution copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificates, degree transcripts, category certificates, signature, and passport-sized photographs in the prescribed formats.

Remit the non-refundable application fee online through the integrated payment gateway using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the transaction receipt.

Submit the finalized application form, download the system-generated confirmation page, and await the release of the e-admit card for the rescheduled personal interview.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Avpa Iii Interview Rescheduled Personal Interview List 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, 90 Minutes	General Awareness, Arithmetic Ability, General Intelligence, Reasoning, and Basic Computer Applications.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	Value Engineering, Production Planning, Material Management, Quality Control, and Industrial Safety Standards.
Stage 3: Rescheduled Personal Interview	50 Marks, 30 Minutes	Technical Competency, Communication Skills, Problem Solving, and MCF Domain-Specific Operational Knowledge.
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying	Verification of Original Academic and Category Credentials, and Physical Fitness Standards as per Railway Medical Manual.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Assistant Value Program Analyst III (AVPA III) cadre under the MCF Authority is positioned at Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. The entry basic pay is established at Rs. 35,400 per month. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (amounting to Rs. 18,762), the salary is further augmented by House Rent Allowance (HRA) which varies by city category: Class X (30% / Rs. 10,620), Class Y (20% / Rs. 7,080), and Class Z (10% / Rs. 3,540). Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA, totaling Rs. 5,508. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary for a Class Y city is approximately Rs. 66,750. After statutory deductions of 10% towards the National Pension System (NPS) amounting to Rs. 5,416, alongside professional tax and CGHS contributions, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at Rs. 60,500.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, this recruitment enforces a strict statutory reservation policy. This includes a 10% vertical reservation for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) and standard relaxations in the upper age limit: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), and 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL). Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year age relaxation. Furthermore, women candidates are exempted from the application fee, promoting gender diversity across all cadres under the MCF Authority.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Avpa Iii Interview Rescheduled Pers

What is the reason for rescheduling the AVPA III Personal Interview?

The personal interview was rescheduled due to unavoidable administrative constraints and to ensure optimal logistical arrangements at the MCF Authority centers.

Is there a service bond associated with the AVPA III post?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service bond to serve the MCF Authority for a minimum period of 3 years post-training, or refund the training costs.

How is the final merit list calculated for this recruitment?

The final merit list is compiled based on a weighted combination of the Computer Based Screening Test (70% weightage) and the Personal Interview (30% weightage).

What is the probation period for selected candidates?

Selected candidates will undergo a mandatory probation period of 2 years, which includes structured institutional and on-the-job training.

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

The primary posting will be at the Modern Coach Factory (MCF) in Raebareli, Uttar Pradesh, or any of its associated railway production units across India.

Will there be any normalization of marks for the screening test?

Yes, a multi-session normalization formula approved by the MCF Authority will be applied if the screening test is conducted in multiple shifts.