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Admit Card Notification the Post of Senior Personal Assistant Spa

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Admit Card Notification the Post of Senior Personal Assistant Spa administered by MOFPI Authority (Gujarat).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: MOFPI Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-08-14 Posting Jurisdiction: Gujarat

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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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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Admit Card Notification the Post of Senior Personal Assistant Spa?

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 2026-08-14. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from MOFPI Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

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

Log in with OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, entering academic qualifications, professional stenography experience, and choosing preferred examination centers across India.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including a recent passport-sized photograph, signature, matriculation certificate for age proof, and category certificates, strictly adhering to the specified file dimensions.

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

Monitor the portal for the official admit card notification, download the hall ticket using registration credentials, and print a clear copy to present at the designated examination center.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Admit Card Notification the Post of Senior Personal Assistant Spa 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	120 Marks / 120 Minutes	General English & Comprehension, General Intelligence & Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness, and Basic Computer Knowledge.
Stage 2: Shorthand Skill Test	Qualifying / 50 Minutes	Dictation of 100 words per minute for 10 minutes in English or Hindi, and subsequent transcription on a computer within the allotted time.
Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical Examination	Qualifying / No Marks	Verification of original academic certificates, caste certificates, experience letters, and a standard medical fitness examination by an authorized medical board.
Stage 4: Final Merit List	Based on Stage 1 Marks	Compilation of the final merit list based on the marks secured in the Stage 1 CBT, subject to qualifying the shorthand skill test and medical standards.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Senior Personal Assistant (SPA) post at the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) falls under Level 8 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (Pay Band Rs. 47,600 to Rs. 1,51,100). The entry-level basic pay is Rs. 47,600. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% (Rs. 25,228), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities like New Delhi at 30% (Rs. 14,280), and Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), the gross monthly salary amounts to approximately Rs. 89,016. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 7,283) and professional tax/CGHS deductions, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 80,500. This highly lucrative compensation package is further augmented by annual increments and medical benefits under CGHS.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment to the SPA cadre strictly adheres to the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums. Age relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer), and up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is reserved for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) as per standard income criteria. Additionally, women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee, promoting gender diversity and equal opportunity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Admit Card Notification the Post of

What are the minimum qualifying marks and cutoff criteria for the CBT?

The minimum qualifying marks are 40% for General/EWS, 35% for OBC, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD. However, the actual cutoff for shortlisting to the skill test depends on the vacancy ratio and overall performance.

Will there be normalization of marks across different shifts?

Yes, if the Computer Based Test is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard multi-shift normalization formula approved by DoPT will be applied to ensure equity among candidates.

Is there a service bond or indemnity agreement for the SPA post?

No, there is no mandatory service bond. However, selected candidates must execute a standard undertaking to serve the Ministry of Food Processing Industries for a minimum period if required.

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

Selected candidates will undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and stenographic efficiency will be closely monitored before confirmation.

Does the syllabus include questions on food processing industries?

The CBT syllabus primarily focuses on General English, Reasoning, and General Awareness. However, a few questions in the General Awareness section may relate to government schemes and policies of MoFPI.

Where will the selected Senior Personal Assistants be posted?

The primary posting for the Senior Personal Assistant cadre is at the Ministry of Food Processing Industries headquarters in New Delhi, though candidates remain liable for transfer anywhere in India.