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Academic Program Director

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Academic Program Director administered by MZU Authority (Bihar).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: MZU 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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Official Domain: mzu.edu.in | 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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Active Procurement Tenders by MZU

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Electrode Class A2 TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Eligible Bidders for Technical Evaluation RFP for Selection	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Eligible Bidders in the Technical Bid TENDER Called for Purchase	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
For Empanelment of Senior Category Consultants and Firms Tender	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 Academic Program Director?

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 MZU Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

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

Log in to fill the detailed application form, entering academic qualifications, administrative experience, research publications, and past employment details in the designated sections.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificate, postgraduate degrees, experience certificates, and category certificates, strictly adhering to the specified file size and format.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online via the integrated payment gateway using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the generated transaction receipt.

Submit the finalized application form online, print a copy for future reference, and download the generated admit card once the examination schedule is officially announced.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Academic Program Director 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: Academic & Administrative Screening	Shortlisting based on API Score / 100 Marks	Higher Education Administration, UGC Regulations 2018, Academic Performance Indicator (API) Metrics, Institutional Governance
Stage 2: Written Domain Knowledge Test	100 Marks / 120 Minutes	Educational Policy Formulation, Financial Management in Central Universities, Curriculum Design & Quality Assurance, National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 Implementation
Stage 3: Personal Interview & Presentation	100 Marks / 45 Minutes	Leadership Vision Statement, Conflict Resolution, Strategic Institutional Planning, Communication and Presentation Skills
Stage 4: Document Verification & Medical Examination	Qualifying / Non-Graded	Verification of Original Testimonials, No Objection Certificate (NOC) from Current Employer, Physical Fitness Standards Evaluation

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Academic Program Director at Mizoram University (MZU) is classified under Level 14 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, corresponding to an entry basic pay of Rs. 1,44,200. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) calculated at 53% (Rs. 76,426), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Z cities like Aizawl at 9% (Rs. 12,978), and Transport Allowance (TA) set at Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816, totaling Rs. 11,016), the Gross Monthly Salary amounts to approximately Rs. 2,44,620. Deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) at 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 22,063), along with Professional Tax and Income Tax, result in an estimated net in-hand monthly salary of Rs. 2,15,000 to Rs. 2,20,000. This high-level administrative-academic post also transitions seamlessly into the proposed 8th CPC framework with expected upward revisions.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment to the post of Academic Program Director at MZU strictly adheres to the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums (OMs) regarding reservations. Age relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are exempted from paying the application fee, ensuring inclusive participation in line with Central Government mandates.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Academic Program Director

What is the minimum qualification required for the Academic Program Director post?

Candidates must possess a Master's degree with at least 55% marks, along with a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline and a minimum of 10 years of teaching or administrative experience in a university or higher education institution.

Is there a service bond associated with this administrative position?

No, there is no service bond, but selected candidates must serve a mandatory probation period of one year, which may be extended based on performance evaluation.

What is the probation period for this cadre at MZU?

The probation period is one year from the date of joining, during which the officer's administrative and academic performance is closely monitored before confirmation.

Where will the posting location be for the selected Academic Program Director?

The primary posting will be at the main campus of Mizoram University (MZU) in Tanhril, Aizawl, Mizoram, with occasional travel required for regional program monitoring.

How is the final merit list calculated for this recruitment?

The final merit list is compiled based on a weighted combination of the Written Domain Knowledge Test (60%) and the Personal Interview & Presentation (40%), subject to clearing document verification.

Is there any normalization of marks applied to the written examination?

No, normalization is not applied as the written exam is conducted in a single session for all eligible candidates, ensuring uniform difficulty levels.