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Booth Level Officer

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Booth Level Officer administered by MSUNIV Authority (Bihar).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: MSUNIV Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: Bihar

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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 Booth Level Officer?

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 2026-09-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from MSUNIV Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Visit the official MSUNIV recruitment portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing a valid email address, mobile number, and basic identity details to generate unique login credentials.

Log in using the OTR credentials, select the Booth Level Officer application link, and fill in the comprehensive academic, personal, and communication details as per official certificates.

Upload scanned copies of the candidate's recent passport-sized photograph, signature, and essential educational and category certificates in the specified file formats and dimensions as prescribed.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to pay the application fee online using UPI, Net Banking, or Credit/Debit cards, and secure the digital transaction receipt.

Submit the finalized application form, download the generated confirmation page for future reference, and await the release of the electronic admit cards on the portal.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Booth Level Officer 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 (CBT)	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, and General English/Hindi language proficiency.
Stage 2: Domain Knowledge Test	50 Marks, 60 Minutes	Representation of the People Act 1950 and 1951, electoral roll registration procedures, and MSUNIV administrative rules.
Stage 3: Document Verification	Qualifying	Verification of original academic certificates, identity proofs, category certificates, and character antecedents.
Stage 4: Medical Examination	Qualifying	Standard physical fitness assessment, vision test, and general health checkup as per MSUNIV medical standards.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Booth Level Officer (BLO) cadre under the MSUNIV Authority is positioned at Level 4 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of Rs. 25,500. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (Rs. 13,515), the salary is further augmented by House Rent Allowance (HRA) and Transport Allowance (TA). For a Class Y city, HRA is calculated at 20% (Rs. 5,100), 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. 49,623. Deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) at 10% of Basic plus DA amount to Rs. 3,902, alongside minor professional tax and insurance deductions of Rs. 500. Consequently, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary for a newly recruited officer stands at approximately Rs. 45,221.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), MSUNIV Authority strictly implements statutory reservations. This includes a 10% vertical reservation for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) and standard quotas for SC, ST, and OBC categories. Age relaxation is granted up to 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Furthermore, as per central mandates, women candidates across all categories are exempted from paying the application fee, ensuring equitable access and promoting gender diversity within the administrative cadre.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Booth Level Officer

What are the criteria for determining the final cut-off marks?

The final cut-off marks are determined based on the total number of vacancies, the difficulty level of the multi-shift exam, and the overall performance of the candidates, calculated separately for each category.

How is the normalization of marks conducted for multi-shift exams?

MSUNIV utilizes the standard equipercentile normalization method to adjust the difficulty variations across different exam shifts, ensuring a fair and balanced evaluation for all candidates.

Is there a service bond or agreement associated with this post?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service indemnity bond of Rs. 1,00,000 to serve the MSUNIV Authority for a minimum period of two years from their date of joining.

What is the duration and condition of the probation period?

The newly recruited Booth Level Officers will undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their performance and conduct will be closely evaluated before final confirmation.

Does the syllabus include specific questions on election laws?

Yes, the Stage 2 Domain Knowledge paper specifically focuses on the Representation of the People Act, electoral roll preparation guidelines, and administrative procedures of the Election Commission.

Where will the selected candidates be posted after recruitment?

Selected candidates will be posted across various regional centers, constituent colleges, and administrative offices under the jurisdiction of the MSUNIV Authority.