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Cancellation of the Recruitment of Assistant Professors

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Cancellation of the Recruitment of Assistant Professors administered by MSMC Authority (Jharkhand).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: MSMC Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: Jharkhand

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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. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	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 Cancellation of the Recruitment of Assistant Professors?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) 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 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

Candidates must visit the official MSMC recruitment portal to initiate One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing a valid email ID, mobile number, and basic personal details to generate unique credentials.

Log in with OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying academic qualifications, teaching experience, research publications, and preferred examination center choices accurately.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificate, post-graduation degrees, NET/PhD certificates, experience letters, and category certificates, strictly adhering to the specified file size and format.

Remit the non-refundable application fee online via integrated payment gateways using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to download and save the generated transaction receipt.

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page for future reference, and monitor the portal for the release of the e-Admit Card prior to the examination.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Cancellation of the Recruitment of Assistant Professors 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 Screening Test	200 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Awareness, Teaching Aptitude, Research Methodology, Logical Reasoning, Basic Computer Literacy
Stage 2: Domain Subject Specialization	300 Marks, 180 Minutes	Core Subject Discipline (as per UGC/AICTE guidelines), Advanced Theories, Pedagogical Content Knowledge, Recent Developments in the Field
Stage 3: Presentation and Personal Interview	100 Marks, 45 Minutes	Classroom Teaching Demonstration, Communication Skills, Subject Command, Research Proposal Defense, Personality Assessment
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of Original Academic Credentials, Caste/Category Certificates Validation, No Objection Certificate (NOC), Physical Fitness Standards Evaluation

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Assistant Professor cadre under the MSMC Authority is positioned at Academic Pay Level 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, featuring an entry basic pay of Rs. 57,700. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) calculated at 53% (Rs. 30,581), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% (Rs. 17,310), and Transport Allowance (TA) set at Rs. 3,800 plus DA on TA (Rs. 2,014), the gross monthly salary amounts to approximately Rs. 1,11,405. For Class Y and Z cities, HRA scales down to 20% and 10% respectively. Deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) comprise 10% of Basic Pay plus DA (Rs. 8,828), alongside standard Professional Tax and CGHS contributions. This results in an estimated in-hand net monthly salary of Rs. 1,01,500, establishing it as a highly lucrative academic and administrative career path within the public sector.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The MSMC Authority strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Vertical reservation is implemented with 15% for SC, 7.5% for ST, 27% for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and 10% for EWS candidates. Age relaxation is granted up to 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Horizontal reservation is applicable for women and ex-servicemen as per rules. Women candidates and PwBD applicants are exempted from paying the application fee to promote gender diversity and inclusivity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Cancellation of the Recruitment of

What is the reason for the cancellation of the Assistant Professor recruitment by MSMC?

The recruitment was cancelled due to administrative reasons and restructuring of the academic cadres. A fresh notification with revised vacancies and updated guidelines will be issued soon.

Will the application fee be refunded to the candidates who applied previously?

Yes, the MSMC Authority will initiate a full refund of the application fee to the original payment source of all registered candidates within 30 working days.

Is there a service bond or probation period for the Assistant Professor post?

Selected candidates are subject to a probation period of two years. There is no service bond, but candidates must give a three-month notice before resigning.

What is the normalization method used for the written screening test?

If the screening test is conducted in multiple shifts, the equipercentile normalization method approved by DoPT will be applied to compile the merit list.

Will candidates who applied earlier get an age relaxation in the new recruitment cycle?

Yes, candidates who were eligible and applied under the cancelled advertisement will be granted a one-time age relaxation in the upcoming fresh notification.

Where will the selected Assistant Professors be posted?

The selected candidates will be posted across various constituent colleges and campuses of the MSMC Authority, subject to vacancy availability and institutional requirements.