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Academic Score and Appendix Ii Table 3 a Academic Score

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Academic Score and Appendix Ii Table 3 a Academic Score administered by MZU Authority (Tamil Nadu).

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: 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. 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

Related Active Openings under MZU

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Academic Program Director	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Academic Resource Person Mental Health Consultant	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-05-20
Aicf Incubation Manager Guidelines	1 Openings	₹16 (Level-4)	2025-09-08
Aicte Student and Faculty Feedback	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

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 Score and Appendix Ii Table 3 a Academic Score?

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 Mizoram University recruitment portal or the UGC CU-Chayan portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) using a valid email address and mobile number.

Fill out the comprehensive academic profile, meticulously entering percentage-to-point conversions for graduation, post-graduation, Ph.D., and NET-JRF as specified in Appendix II Table 3A.

Upload high-resolution scanned copies of all essential academic transcripts, caste/category certificates, experience letters, and the first page of UGC-CARE listed research publications in PDF format.

Pay the non-refundable application fee through the integrated online payment gateway, ensuring that candidates eligible for statutory fee exemptions (SC, ST, PwBD, and women) claim their waiver.

Submit the online application, download the generated PDF containing the calculated API score sheet, and dispatch the hard copy with self-attested supporting documents to the MZU Registrar.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Academic Score and Appendix Ii Table 3 a Academic Score 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 Screening (Appendix II Table 3A)	Max 100 Points / Screening Phase	Graduation score evaluation (max 15), Post-Graduation (max 25), M.Phil/Ph.D. (max 30), NET with JRF (max 7), Research Publications (max 10), and Teaching or Post-Doctoral Experience (max 10).
Stage 2: Domain Knowledge & Seminar Presentation	50 Marks / 30 Minutes	Presentation of core research specialization, demonstration of teaching methodology, communication skills, response to student queries, and integration of ICT tools in higher education.
Stage 3: Personal Interview	100 Marks / 45 Minutes	Assessment of subject-matter expertise, contribution to university administration, future research vision, student counseling capabilities, and alignment with Mizoram University's institutional goals.
Stage 4: Document Verification & Merit List	Qualifying / Variable	Physical verification of original academic degrees, equivalence certificates for foreign degrees, caste certificates, experience certificates, and validation of UGC-CARE listed publications.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for Assistant Professor under Mizoram University (MZU) is positioned at Academic 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) set at 53%, the DA component contributes Rs. 30,581. House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Aizawl (classified as a Class Z city) is calculated at 9% of the basic pay, amounting to Rs. 5,193. Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 1,800 plus DA on TA (Rs. 954), totaling Rs. 2,754. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 96,228. Deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) comprise 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 8,828), alongside minor professional tax and insurance deductions. Consequently, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary for a newly recruited Assistant Professor at MZU stands at approximately Rs. 86,400.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Mizoram University strictly implements the reservation policies mandated by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. This includes a vertical reservation of 15% for SC, 7.5% for ST, 27% for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and 10% for EWS. Age relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for PwBD candidates are provided. Furthermore, a 5% relaxation in marks (from 55% to 50%) at the Master's level is granted to SC/ST/PwBD candidates. In line with central guidelines, women candidates are exempted from paying the application fee.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Academic Score and Appendix Ii Tabl

What is the minimum score required in Table 3A to be shortlisted?

There is no fixed qualifying score. Candidates are shortlisted for the interview stage in a ratio of 1:10 or 1:15 based on their descending order of scores calculated via Table 3A.

Is a Ph.D. mandatory for the post of Assistant Professor at MZU?

As per UGC regulations, NET/SLET/SET is the minimum eligibility. However, since a Ph.D. awards 30 points in the Table 3A screening, it is highly advantageous for shortlisting.

How is the normalization of academic scores handled across different universities?

No normalization is applied. Scores are calculated strictly as per the percentage-to-points conversion formula defined in UGC Appendix II Table 3A, regardless of the awarding university.

What is the probation period for newly recruited faculty at MZU?

Newly appointed faculty members are placed on a probation period of one year, which may be extended by another year based on performance and conduct evaluation.

Is there a service bond required upon joining MZU?

No service bond is required. However, selected candidates must serve a mandatory notice period of three months or pay equivalent salary in lieu of notice if they resign.

Where will the posting be located for selected candidates?

The primary posting will be at the main campus of Mizoram University in Tanhril, Aizawl, or any of its designated constituent colleges and centers.