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Bilingual

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Bilingual administered by MSMC Authority (Kerala).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: MSMC Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2024-07-04 Posting Jurisdiction: Kerala

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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 MSMC

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Bilingual Documents Officers	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-08-07
Bilingual E Publication in the Gazette of India in Part I Section 2 of Appo	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Cancellation of the Recruitment of Assistant Professors	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Cancellation of Vacancy the Post of Scientist Sr Scientist	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by MSMC

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Pre Bid Clarification Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pre Bid Meeting 17 3 2017 Addendum Clarifications Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pre Bid Tie Up for EPC Package for Development of Battery Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Procurement of Filling of Medical Gas Cylinders	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 Bilingual?

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 2024-07-04. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from MSMC Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

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

Log in using OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying educational qualifications, language proficiency details, and preferred examination center choices across India.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificate for age proof, degree certificates, and passport-sized photograph and signature conforming to the specified pixel and file size limits.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI, ensuring to download the payment receipt and the final submitted application form for future reference.

Monitor the portal for the release of the admit card, which must be downloaded and printed along with the self-declaration form prior to the scheduled examination date.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Bilingual 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	200 Marks, 120 Minutes	General English Grammar, General Hindi Grammar, Synonyms and Antonyms, Sentence Correction, General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	200 Marks, 180 Minutes	Translation from English to Hindi, Translation from Hindi to English, Descriptive Essay Writing in English, Descriptive Essay Writing in Hindi, Précis Writing, Bilingual Terminology and Idioms
Stage 3: Document Verification & Language Proficiency Viva	Qualifying, 30 Minutes	Verification of Academic Credentials, Caste and Category Certificate Check, Oral Translation Skills, Spoken Fluency in English and Hindi, Pronunciation and Communication Assessment
Stage 4: Medical Examination & Merit List	Qualifying / Final Selection	General Physical Fitness Standards, Visual Acuity Test, Auditory Fitness Assessment, Verification of Character and Antecedents

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Bilingual cadre under the MSMC Authority is positioned at Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, corresponding to an Entry Basic Pay of Rs. 35,400. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (Rs. 18,762), the salary is further augmented by House Rent Allowance (HRA) and Transport Allowance (TA). For Class Y cities, HRA is calculated at 20% (Rs. 7,080), while the Transport Allowance 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. Deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) at 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 5,416), alongside standard professional tax and CGHS contributions, amount to roughly Rs. 6,000. Consequently, the estimated in-hand net monthly salary for a newly recruited Bilingual officer is approximately Rs. 60,750, providing a highly competitive compensation package.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines, the MSMC Authority implements a robust statutory reservation policy. Age relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates, and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is strictly allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) subject to income and asset certificate verification. Furthermore, in line with central mandates, women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application processing fees to promote inclusivity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Bilingual

What are the minimum qualifying cutoffs for the Stage 1 and Stage 2 examinations?

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

Is there a normalization process applied to the Computer Based Test scores?

Yes, if the Stage 1 exam is conducted in multiple shifts, a multi-shift normalization method based on standard deviation and mean formulas will be applied.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement for selected candidates?

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

What is the duration and nature of the probation period for the Bilingual post?

The selected candidates will undergo a probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and bilingual translation accuracy will be closely evaluated.

Does the translation syllabus include regional languages or only English and Hindi?

The syllabus is strictly limited to translation between English and Hindi, as the role focuses primarily on bilingual administrative translation.

Where will the selected Bilingual Officers be posted after recruitment?

Selected candidates will be posted at the MSMC Authority Headquarters in New Delhi or any of its regional offices across major Class X and Y cities in India.