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Bench Clerk

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Bench Clerk administered by MPCB Authority (Gujarat).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: MPCB Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-08-04 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

Related Active Openings under MPCB

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Beneficiary Registration	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Benefits and Incentives	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2024-05-30
Cancellation of Recruitment Appointment Process the Posts	1 Openings	₹2t7 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Cancellation of Recruitment the Finance Post I E Manager	1 Openings	Level-2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by MPCB

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Pre Bid Clarification Procurement of Monochromator with Emccd	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pre Bid Clarification Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pre Bid Minutes and Queries Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Procurement of Canteen Coupons	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 Bench Clerk?

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 2026-08-04. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from MPCB Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official MPCB recruitment portal, click on the active recruitment link, and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid personal, contact, and email details to generate a unique login ID.

Log in with the generated credentials to fill out detailed academic qualifications, work experience, and select preferred examination centers, ensuring all mandatory fields align with supporting certificates.

Scan and upload high-resolution copies of the candidate's recent passport-sized photograph, signature, caste certificate, and educational marksheets in the prescribed PDF or JPEG format and size limits.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online using secure payment gateways via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Cards, or UPI, and download the generated payment receipt for future reference.

After successful verification, download the generated e-Admit Card from the portal, which contains the designated exam center, date, and time, at least two weeks before the scheduled examination.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Bench Clerk 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: Written Examination (Objective Type)	200 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language and Comprehension, General Awareness and Current Affairs
Stage 2: Domain Knowledge and Legal Aptitude Test	100 Marks, 90 Minutes	Court Procedures and Bench Rules, Environmental Laws and Regulations, MPCB Administrative Structure, Drafting, Noting, and Office Procedure Rules
Stage 3: Skill and Typing Test	Qualifying, 10 Minutes	English Typing Speed of minimum 40 wpm, Regional Language Typing Speed of minimum 35 wpm, Basic Computer Operation and Word Processing
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of Original Academic Certificates, Caste and Category Validity Verification, Standard Medical Fitness Assessment by Board

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Bench Clerk cadre at the MPCB Authority is positioned at Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with a starting entry basic pay of Rs. 35,400. Under the current 8th CPC projections and current DA rates, the Dearness Allowance (DA) is calculated at 53% of the basic pay, amounting to Rs. 18,762. House Rent Allowance (HRA) is categorized by city classification; for Class Y cities, it is set at 20% (Rs. 7,080). Transport Allowance (TA) is fixed at Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), totaling Rs. 5,508. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 66,750. After mandatory statutory deductions, including 10% towards the National Pension System (NPS) amounting to Rs. 5,416 and Professional Tax of Rs. 200, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary for a newly recruited Bench Clerk is approximately Rs. 61,134.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the statutory guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), this recruitment enforces a strict reservation policy. It provides a 10% vertical reservation for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) and standard quotas for SC, ST, and OBC categories. Upper age limit relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Furthermore, in line with gender empowerment directives, women candidates are eligible for fee concessions and horizontal reservation across all categories where applicable.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Bench Clerk

How are the category-wise cutoffs determined for the Bench Clerk exam?

Cutoffs are calculated based on the total number of vacancies, the difficulty level of the exam, and the overall performance of candidates in each category.

Is there a normalization process for multi-shift examinations?

Yes, a standard equipercentile or formula-based normalization method is applied to ensure equity across different shifts with varying difficulty levels.

Is there a mandatory service bond for selected candidates?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service surety bond to serve the MPCB Authority for a minimum period of two years.

What is the duration and nature of the probation period?

Candidates undergo a probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and adaptability to court procedures are closely evaluated.

Does the syllabus include environmental legislation?

Yes, the domain-specific section includes basic questions on the Water Act, Air Act, and Environmental Protection Act relevant to MPCB operations.

Where will the selected Bench Clerks be posted?

Selected candidates will be posted at the headquarters or regional offices of the MPCB Authority across the state, subject to administrative requirements.