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Bastar Fighter

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Bastar Fighter administered by MCZMA Authority (Kerala).

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

Related Active Openings under MCZMA

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Basic Grade	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Basic Science	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-08-15
Cancellation of Recruitment Notification the Post of General	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-08-14
Cancellation of Recruitment of Group B Posts	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2022-08-17

Active Procurement Tenders by MCZMA

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Pre Bid Conference Minutes Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pre TENDER Tie Up for Ahp Package of 3x800 Mw Nlc Talabira	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pre TENDER Tie Up for Chp Lhp and Ghp Package of 3x800 Mw Nlc	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Procurement of 12800 Kgs Urea Technical Grade for Etp Unit at Bcpl Lepetka	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 Bastar Fighter?

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 MCZMA Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official MCZMA recruitment portal to initiate the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing a valid mobile number, email address, and basic personal identification details to generate login credentials.

Log in with the generated credentials to fill out the comprehensive application form, entering detailed educational qualifications, permanent address, and specific preferences for the Bastar Fighter posting zones.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificates, domicile proof, caste certificates, and recent passport-sized photographs with signatures, strictly adhering to the specified file size and format.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to pay the application fee online using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the generated transaction receipt for future reference.

After successful verification of applications, download the generated admit card from the portal during the designated window, which contains the scheduled date, time, and venue for the examination.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Bastar Fighter 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: Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Standard Test (PST)	100 Marks / Qualifying	Height and Chest Measurements, High Jump and Long Jump, 100-meter and 800-meter Run, Shot Put Throw
Stage 2: Written Examination	100 Marks / 2 Hours	General Knowledge of Chhattisgarh and Bastar Region, Basic Arithmetic and Numerical Ability, Analytical Ability and Reasoning, Local Dialects (Gondi and Halbi)
Stage 3: Local Dialect and Language Proficiency Test	20 Marks / 30 Minutes	Translation from Hindi to Gondi/Halbi, Translation from Gondi/Halbi to Hindi, Oral Conversational Skills, Comprehension of Local Cultural Contexts
Stage 4: Document Verification & Medical Examination	Qualifying / No Marks	Verification of Original Educational and Domicile Certificates, Character and Antecedents Verification, Visual Acuity and Color Blindness Tests, General Physical Fitness and Medical Standards Evaluation

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Bastar Fighter cadre under the MCZMA Authority is aligned with Level 3 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, featuring an entry-level Basic Pay of Rs. 21,700. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) currently positioned at 53% (Rs. 11,501), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) calculated at Class Z rates of 9% (Rs. 1,953), the compensation structure is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 1,350 plus DA on TA (Rs. 716) is provided, bringing the total Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 35,510. After statutory deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) amounting to 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 3,320) and other minor state insurance contributions, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary for newly recruited personnel stands at approximately Rs. 32,000, ensuring robust financial stability during the initial service tenure.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums and state reservation guidelines, the recruitment enforces a strict statutory quota system. Age relaxations are granted up to 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), and 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC) candidates. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). While Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year relaxation, specific physical exemptions are subject to the operational requirements of the Bastar Fighter cadre. Women candidates benefit from fee concessions and horizontal reservation quotas.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Bastar Fighter

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the written examination?

The minimum qualifying cutoff is 40% for General and EWS candidates, and 35% for SC, ST, and OBC candidates, though final selection depends on the cumulative merit list.

Will there be normalization of marks across different shifts?

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

Is there a mandatory service bond for selected Bastar Fighter candidates?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service bond agreeing to serve the organization for a minimum period of 3 years, failing which they must refund the training costs.

What is the probation period for newly recruited personnel?

The newly recruited Bastar Fighters will undergo a mandatory probation period of 2 years, which includes comprehensive physical, tactical, and administrative training.

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

No, candidates must possess a valid domicile certificate of the state of Chhattisgarh, with preference given to local residents of the Bastar division.

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

Selected candidates will be primarily deployed in the operational zones of the Bastar division, including Dantewada, Bijapur, Sukma, Narayanpur, Kondagaon, and Kanker districts.