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Booth Level Officers

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Booth Level Officers administered by MSUNIV Authority (Andaman and Nicobar Islands).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: MSUNIV Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2025-10-09 Posting Jurisdiction: Andaman and Nicobar Islands

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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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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
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Career Opportunities	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2023-08-29
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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Booth Level Officers?

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 2025-10-09. 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

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

Log in using the OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, entering academic qualifications, work experience, and choosing preferred examination centers across the designated regions.

Upload scanned high-resolution copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificates, degree transcripts, community certificates, and passport-sized photographs conforming strictly to the specified dimensions and file sizes.

Remit the non-refundable application fee online through 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 release of the e-Admit Cards, which must be downloaded and printed at least one week prior to the scheduled computer-based examination date.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Booth Level Officers 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 (CBST)	100 Marks, 90 Minutes	General Awareness and Current Affairs, Quantitative Aptitude and Numerical Ability, General Intelligence and Reasoning, Basic English Language Comprehension
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Test	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	Representation of the People Act 1950 and 1951, Electoral Roll Registration Procedures, Digital Tools (ERONet, Garuda App, NVSP Portal), Office Management and Administrative Rules
Stage 3: Document Verification and Biometric Matching	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of original academic credentials, Caste and Category Certificate validation, Biometric and Identity verification, No-Objection Certificate (NOC) check for serving employees
Stage 4: Final Merit List and Medical Fitness	Cumulative Merit, Medical Examination	Compilation of scores from Stage 1 and Stage 2, Standard Medical Fitness Examination by designated Board, Character and Antecedents Verification

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, transitioning towards the proposed 8th CPC framework. The entry-level basic pay is established at Rs. 25,500 per month. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) calculated at 53% (amounting to Rs. 13,515), along with House Rent Allowance (HRA) categorized under Class Y cities at 20% (Rs. 5,100), and Transport Allowance (TA) set at Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (totaling Rs. 5,508), the estimated Gross Monthly Salary reaches approximately Rs. 49,623. Mandatory statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution at 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 3,902) and professional taxes, total roughly Rs. 4,500. Consequently, the net in-hand monthly salary for a newly recruited officer is estimated to be approximately Rs. 45,123, offering a highly competitive compensation package.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the statutory guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), MSUNIV Authority implements a comprehensive reservation policy. Age relaxations are granted up to 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). Furthermore, in line with central empowerment directives, women candidates are exempted from the application fee, and horizontal reservation is applied across categories to ensure equitable representation in the administrative cadre.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Booth Level Officers

What are the minimum qualifying marks and how is the category-wise cutoff determined?

The minimum qualifying marks are set at 40% for General/EWS, 35% for OBC, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD. The final category-wise cutoffs are determined dynamically based on the total number of vacancies, the difficulty level of the exam, and the overall performance of candidates.

Will a normalization process be applied to the examination scores?

Yes, since the Computer Based Screening Test may be conducted in multiple shifts, a multi-shift normalization method based on standard equipercentile or mean-standard deviation formulas will be used to ensure parity.

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

There is no financial service bond, but selected candidates must sign an undertaking to serve the MSUNIV Authority for a minimum period of two years from their date of joining.

What is the duration and terms of the probation period for Booth Level Officers?

The selected candidates will undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and field-level execution of electoral duties will be closely monitored before confirmation.

Does the syllabus cover specific election laws and digital applications?

Yes, the Stage 2 syllabus specifically covers the Representation of the People Act, registration of electors, and practical knowledge of digital applications like ERONet, NVSP, and the Garuda App.

Where will the selected Booth Level Officers be posted after recruitment?

Selected officers will be posted across various regional offices, campus administrative units, and designated electoral registration sub-divisions under the jurisdiction of the MSUNIV Authority.