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Raquo 2023

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Raquo 2023 administered by MNRE Authority (Andaman and Nicobar Islands).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: MNRE Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 2 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-07-17 Posting Jurisdiction: Andaman and Nicobar Islands

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	2 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	2 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 2023?

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 2026-07-17. 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

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

Log in with OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying educational qualifications, work experience, and preferred examination centers as per the official notification guidelines.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificate, degree transcripts, caste certificate (if applicable), and passport-sized photograph with signature in the prescribed JPEG/PDF formats.

Remit the non-refundable application fee through the integrated secure payment gateway using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the generated fee receipt for future reference.

Download the generated admit card from the portal ten days prior to the exam, which contains the designated venue, session timings, and mandatory instructions for the examination day.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Raquo 2023 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, General Awareness with focus on Indian Energy Sector, English Language and Comprehension
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Paper	200 Marks, 180 Minutes	Renewable Energy Technologies (Solar, Wind, Biomass), Energy Policy and Grid Integration, Environmental Impact Assessment, Quality Assurance and Standards in Energy Projects
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of original academic transcripts, Caste and category certificate validation, Standard medical fitness assessment by authorized government medical board
Stage 4: Final Merit List and Allocation	Based on Stage 2 Score	Compilation of cumulative scores from Stage 2, Application of statutory reservation quotas, Final allocation of departments and posting orders

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The RAQUO 2023 cadre in the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) is positioned at Level 7 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, featuring an entry basic pay of Rs. 44,900. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) currently calculated at 53% (Rs. 23,797), the compensation package is highly competitive. House Rent Allowance (HRA) varies by city classification, set at 30% for Class X (Rs. 13,470), 20% for Class Y (Rs. 8,980), and 10% for Class Z (Rs. 4,490). Transport Allowance (TA) for Class X cities is Rs. 3,600 plus DA (totaling Rs. 5,508). Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary in a Class X city stands at approximately Rs. 87,675. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 6,870) and Professional Tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 80,000, offering a robust financial structure.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, the MNRE RAQUO 2023 recruitment strictly implements statutory reservation policies. Upper age limit relaxations are granted to Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) for up to 5 years, and to Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL) for up to 3 years. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year relaxation. A 10% vertical reservation is reserved for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in line with central government directives, women candidates and candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwBD categories are fully exempted from paying the application fee.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Raquo 2023

What are the qualifying cutoffs for the RAQUO 2023 examination?

The minimum qualifying marks are 40% for General/EWS, 35% for OBC, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates in each paper, subject to change based on overall candidate performance.

Is there a normalization process applied to the multi-shift exam scores?

Yes, a standard equipercentile normalization method approved by DoPT is applied to account for any variations in difficulty levels across different exam shifts.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement for this post?

No, there is no execution of a service bond required for the RAQUO post, but candidates must serve the mandatory probation period diligently.

What is the duration of the probation period upon joining?

Selected candidates will undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and adaptability to the department are evaluated.

Where can I access the detailed syllabus for the domain specialization paper?

The detailed, topic-wise syllabus is available in Annexure-III of the official MNRE RAQUO 2023 notification downloadable from the ministry's recruitment portal.

What are the primary posting locations for selected RAQUO officers?

Initial postings are primarily at the MNRE Headquarters in New Delhi, or at its regional offices and autonomous institutions across major Indian cities.