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Annexure I Checklist of Documents Assistant Professor

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Annexure I Checklist of Documents Assistant Professor administered by NAGALAND Authority (Kerala).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NAGALAND Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2025-12-10 Posting Jurisdiction: Kerala

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Official Domain: agriculture.nagaland.gov.in | Jurisdiction: Kerala

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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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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Annexure Vii Format of Obc Certificate	1 Openings	₹ 3 (Level-4)	2024-08-05
Annexure Viii Format of Ews Certificate	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2023-07-31
NAGALAND Cadre Recruitment Notification	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
NAGALAND Cadre Recruitment Notification	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by NAGALAND

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Invitation for Expression of Interest Eoi for Design Development Mainte Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Invitation for Expression of Interest for Empanelment of Vendors for Ci Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Invitation for Expression of Interest for Setting Up Industrial Units a Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Inviting Quotation for Furniture for Teqip Cell 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 Annexure I Checklist of Documents Assistant Professor?

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 2025-12-10. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NAGALAND Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC) portal and complete the One Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, valid email, and active mobile number to generate login credentials.

Log in with OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, entering academic qualifications from matriculation to Post-Graduation, NET/SLET details, and PhD status as per the checklist.

Upload scanned copies of required documents including matriculation certificate, master's degree, NET/SLET/PhD certificates, indigenous inhabitant certificate, and recent passport-sized photograph in the specified PDF and JPEG formats.

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

Monitor the portal for the release of the admit card, download it using your registration number, and print a clear copy to bring to the designated examination center.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Annexure I Checklist of Documents Assistant Professor 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 (Objective Type)	200 Marks, 3 Hours	General English, General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Research Methodology, and Teaching Aptitude.
Stage 2: Classroom Demonstration & Domain Presentation	50 Marks, 45 Minutes	Core subject-specific topics, pedagogical skills, communication ability, blackboard writing, and response to student queries on advanced academic concepts.
Stage 3: Personal Interview (Viva-Voce)	100 Marks, 30 Minutes	Evaluation of academic record, research publications, domain knowledge, personality, suitability for higher education teaching, and awareness of regional educational challenges.
Stage 4: Document Verification & Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of original academic degrees, NET/PhD certificates, reservation category credentials, and a standard medical fitness test conducted by an authorized state medical board.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Assistant Professor cadre in Nagaland is recruited under Academic Pay Level 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, featuring a starting Entry Basic Pay of Rs. 57,700. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) calculated at 53% (Rs. 30,581) and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Z cities (Kohima/Dimapur) at 9% (Rs. 5,193), along with Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 1,800 plus DA on TA (Rs. 954), the Gross Monthly Salary amounts to approximately Rs. 96,228. Deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) comprise 10% of Basic Pay plus DA, totaling Rs. 8,828. After accounting for standard deductions like Group Insurance Scheme (GIS) and Professional Tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary for a newly appointed Assistant Professor is approximately Rs. 87,000, providing a highly competitive compensation package aligned with UGC and state government norms.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment to the Assistant Professor cadre complies with the Nagaland State Reservation Policy alongside DoPT guidelines. It mandates a 33% reservation for Indigenous Inhabitants of Nagaland, with specific sub-allocations for Backward Tribes (BT). Age relaxation is granted as per rules: up to 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical quota is reserved for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) among eligible candidates. Women candidates are exempted from application fee payments, and age concessions are strictly applied to ensure equitable representation in higher education services.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Annexure I Checklist of Documents A

How are the minimum qualifying cutoff marks determined for the written exam?

Cutoff marks are determined by the NPSC based on the total number of vacancies, the difficulty level of the exam, and the performance of candidates, with relaxed cutoffs for reserved categories.

Is there a normalization process applied to the written exam scores?

Yes, if the written examination is conducted in multiple shifts for the same subject, a standard percentile-based normalization method is applied to ensure equity.

Is there a mandatory service bond for selected Assistant Professors in Nagaland?

No, there is no financial service bond, but selected candidates must sign an undertaking to serve in assigned government colleges for a minimum initial period.

What is the duration of the probation period for newly recruited Assistant Professors?

The newly appointed Assistant Professors undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and teaching aptitude are closely evaluated.

Where can I access the detailed subject-wise syllabus for the domain exam?

The detailed, subject-specific syllabus aligned with UGC-NET guidelines is available on the official NPSC website under the 'Syllabus' tab for higher education recruitments.

Where will the selected candidates be posted initially?

Selected candidates will be posted in various Government Degree Colleges across Nagaland, with initial postings often allocated to rural or semi-urban districts based on vacancy requirements.