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Academic Resource Person Mental Health Consultant

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Academic Resource Person Mental Health Consultant administered by MZU Authority (Tamil Nadu).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: MZU Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-05-20 Posting Jurisdiction: Tamil Nadu

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Official Domain: mzu.edu.in | Jurisdiction: Tamil Nadu

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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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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 Resource Person Mental Health Consultant?

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 2026-05-20. 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

Visit the official MZU recruitment portal, click on 'New Registration', complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing a valid email, mobile number, and basic personal details.

Log in using the generated credentials to fill in detailed academic qualifications, professional experience in mental health counseling, and select the preferred exam center.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including matriculation certificate, master's degree in psychology/clinical psychology, experience certificates, and category certificates in PDF format (under 2MB).

Pay the non-refundable application fee online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI, and download the system-generated fee receipt for future reference.

Monitor the MZU portal for the release of the admit card, download it using your registration ID, and verify all printed details before the exam.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Academic Resource Person Mental Health Consultant 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	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Awareness, Reasoning Ability, English Language Proficiency, Basic Statistics and Research Methodology
Stage 2: Domain Specialization Test	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	Clinical Psychology, Psychopathology, Counseling Theories and Techniques, Mental Health Act 2017, Crisis Intervention
Stage 3: Personal Interview and Presentation	50 Marks, 30 Minutes	Case Study Presentation, Communication Skills, Practical Counseling Scenarios, Ethical Guidelines in Counseling
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Fitness	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of Original Academic Credentials, Caste/EWS Certificate Validation, Physical and Mental Fitness Assessment by Medical Board

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Academic Resource Person Mental Health Consultant position at Mizoram University is categorized under Level 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of Rs. 56,100. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (Rs. 29,733), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Z cities like Aizawl calculated at 9% (Rs. 5,049), the salary is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 1,800 plus DA on TA (Rs. 954) totaling Rs. 2,754 is provided. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 93,636. After mandatory deductions including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 8,583) and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 84,636. This structured compensation ensures financial security and aligns with central government standards.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines, Mizoram University implements a strict reservation policy. Age relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) subject to valid income certificates. Women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are exempted from paying the application fee, promoting inclusivity and equal opportunity in central academic recruitment.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Academic Resource Person Mental Hea

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the written exam?

General and EWS categories require a minimum of 50%, OBC requires 45%, and SC/ST/PwBD candidates require 40% to qualify for the interview stage.

Will normalization be applied to the written test scores?

Yes, if the exam is conducted in multiple shifts, the multi-shift normalization formula approved by UGC and DoPT will be utilized to ensure equity.

Is there a service bond associated with this post?

No, there is no mandatory service bond, but selected candidates must serve a minimum period before applying for external transfers.

What is the probation period for the Mental Health Consultant?

The selected candidate will be on a probation period of two years, which may be extended based on performance evaluation.

Is the syllabus aligned with UGC NET Psychology?

Yes, the domain specialization syllabus is closely aligned with UGC NET Psychology and clinical counseling standards.

Where will the selected candidate be posted?

The primary posting will be at the Mizoram University main campus in Aizawl, with occasional visits to affiliated centers.