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Absent Candidates in Interview

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Absent Candidates in Interview administered by MEPZ Authority (Maharashtra).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: MEPZ Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: Maharashtra

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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. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	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 MEPZ

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Accepted List Interview Viva Voce the Post of Junior Specialist Doc	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Accepted List Written Examination the Post of General Duty Medical	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2025-03-05
Assistant Administrative Officer	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-07-26
Assistant Director	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by MEPZ

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Empanelment of Advertising Agencies 2022 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Empanelment of Fabricator for Production and Supply of Apparel Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Expression of Interest of R D Consumables and Equipments Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Expression of Interest Towards Entering in to Tie Up with Cghs Echs Esi 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 Absent Candidates in Interview?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) 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 MEPZ Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official MEPZ recruitment portal, navigate to the registration section, and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing a valid email address and active mobile number.

Log in with the generated credentials to fill in personal, academic, and professional details, and upload scanned copies of essential certificates, photograph, and signature in the prescribed format.

Select the desired post, review the pre-filled application form for accuracy, and submit the online application to generate a unique application number for future reference.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to pay the non-refundable application fee using Net Banking, Credit/Debit Cards, or UPI, and download the transaction receipt.

Monitor the portal for updates, download the admit card or interview call letter once released, and print it for presentation at the designated examination center.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Absent Candidates in Interview 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, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, General Awareness, and basic computer proficiency.
Stage 2: Domain Specialization Paper	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	SEZ Act 2005, SEZ Rules 2006, Foreign Trade Policy, Customs Act, and Export-Import documentation procedures.
Stage 3: Document Verification & Interview	50 Marks, 30 Minutes	Verification of original academic and caste certificates, followed by a personal interview assessing communication and domain knowledge.
Stage 4: Final Merit List & Medical	Qualifying	Compilation of cumulative marks from written and interview stages, followed by a mandatory medical fitness examination by authorized medical boards.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for officer cadres under the MEPZ (Madras Export Processing Zone) Authority, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, is positioned at Level 7 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. The entry basic pay for this cadre is Rs. 44,900. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (Rs. 23,797), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities like Chennai calculated at 30% (Rs. 13,470), the compensation package is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908) totaling Rs. 5,508 is provided. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 87,675. After statutory deductions, including 10% towards the National Pension System (NPS) amounting to Rs. 6,870, Professional Tax, and CGHS contributions, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 79,500, which will be further enhanced upon the implementation of the 8th CPC.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, the MEPZ Authority strictly implements the statutory reservation policy of the Government of India. Age relaxations are granted up to 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), and 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC) non-creamy layer candidates. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year age relaxation. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) as per DoPT guidelines. Additionally, women candidates are exempted from the application fee to promote gender diversity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Absent Candidates in Interview

What happens if a candidate is absent on the scheduled interview date?

Absent candidates are generally disqualified unless they submit a valid medical or emergency representation to the MEPZ Authority at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled slot.

What are the minimum qualifying marks for the written examination?

The minimum qualifying marks are 40% for General/EWS candidates, 35% for OBC candidates, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates across all papers.

Is there any service bond or agreement required upon joining?

No, there is no service bond required, but selected candidates must serve a mandatory probation period before permanent absorption.

What is the duration of the probation period for direct recruits?

Directly recruited officers undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which they must pass prescribed departmental examinations.

Where will the selected candidates be posted after recruitment?

Initial postings are primarily at the MEPZ Headquarters in Chennai, with potential subsequent transfers to various Special Economic Zones across Tamil Nadu.

Is there a provision for normalization of marks in the screening test?

Yes, if the Computer Based Screening Test is conducted in multiple shifts, multi-shift normalization based on standard DoPT formulas will be applied.