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Raquo 2022

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Raquo 2022 administered by MNRE Authority (West Bengal).

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

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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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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Apprentice in Biomedical Engineering Walk in Interview Held	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Apprentice in Caf Walk in Interview Held on	1 Openings	₹6,766 - ₹25,543 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Apprentice in Csr Technology Walk in Interview Held	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-07-21
Raquo 2021	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by MNRE

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Rgtpp Bmd Ii 576 Dated TENDER Id 2026 Hbc 542287 1	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
5th Set of Bid Details Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Financial Bid Opening Date 3pm Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Rgtpp Mm I Toe 13458 Date E TENDER Id 2026 Hbc	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 Raquo 2022?

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 MNRE Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Visit the official MNRE recruitment portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by entering basic personal details, valid email, and mobile number to generate a unique login ID.

Log in with OTR credentials, select the RAQUO 2022 recruitment link, and fill out the detailed academic, professional, and experience fields accurately as per official matriculation certificates.

Upload scanned copies of the candidate's recent passport-sized photograph, signature, and essential educational or caste certificates in the prescribed JPEG or PDF formats and sizes specified in the guidelines.

Remit the application fee online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI, ensuring to download the payment receipt; note that women and reserved categories are exempted.

Submit the finalized application form, download the generated confirmation page for future reference, and monitor the portal for the subsequent release of the e-Admit Cards.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Raquo 2022 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 (CBST)	120 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Intelligence, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General English, and Current Affairs related to National and International Renewable Energy initiatives.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization (Written/Descriptive)	200 Marks, 180 Minutes	Solar Photovoltaics, Wind Energy Systems, Biomass Conversion, Hydroelectric Power, Grid Integration, Energy Storage Technologies, and MNRE Policies/Schemes.
Stage 3: Document Verification & Personal Interview	50 Marks, 45 Minutes	Verification of original academic credentials, technical presentation on a renewable energy topic, communication skills, and evaluation of domain suitability.
Stage 4: Medical Examination & Final Merit List	Qualifying Stage	Comprehensive medical fitness assessment as per Central Civil Services (CCS) rules, followed by the generation of the final merit list based on cumulative scores.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The RAQUO 2022 cadre under the MNRE Authority is positioned at Level 7 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, featuring an entry basic pay of Rs. 44,900. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (amounting to Rs. 23,797), the compensation package is highly competitive. House Rent Allowance (HRA) is categorized by city classification: Class X cities receive 30% (Rs. 13,470), Class Y receive 20% (Rs. 8,980), and Class Z receive 10% (Rs. 4,490). Transport Allowance (TA) for Class X/Y is Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), totaling Rs. 5,508. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary for a Class X posting stands at approximately Rs. 87,675. After mandatory statutory deductions, including 10% towards the National Pension System (NPS) amounting to Rs. 6,870, alongside CGHS and CGEGIS contributions, the estimated in-hand net monthly salary is approximately Rs. 80,175, ensuring a robust financial start.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment for the RAQUO 2022 cadre strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. It provides a vertical reservation of 10% for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), alongside standard quotas for SC, ST, and OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) categories. Age relaxation is granted as per rules: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Furthermore, in accordance with DoPT OM mandates, women candidates across all categories are fully exempted from paying the application fee to promote gender diversity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Raquo 2022

How are the minimum qualifying marks and cutoffs determined for RAQUO 2022?

The MNRE Authority determines category-wise cutoffs based on the total number of vacancies, exam difficulty level, and candidate volume, with minimum qualifying marks set at 40% for General/EWS and 35% for reserved categories.

Is there a normalization process applied to the computer-based exam scores?

Yes, a multi-session normalization method based on standard deviation and mean formulas is applied to ensure equity if the computer-based screening test is conducted across multiple shifts.

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

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service agreement bond of Rs. 2,00,000 to serve the MNRE Authority for a minimum period of three years from their date of joining.

What is the duration of the probation period for the selected candidates?

The selected candidates will undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and technical adaptability will be continuously evaluated before confirmation.

Is the syllabus for the domain specialization paper aligned with GATE or UPSC standards?

The domain specialization syllabus is closely aligned with the GATE Renewable Energy and Energy Systems syllabus, focusing heavily on practical engineering applications and current national energy policies.

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

Initial postings are primarily at the MNRE Headquarters in New Delhi, or its allied autonomous institutions like NISE Gurgaon, NIBE Kapurthala, and NIWE Chennai, based on merit and vacancy.