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Applications Are Invited the Post of Village Assistant

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Applications Are Invited the Post of Village Assistant administered by NAGALANDTAX Authority (West Bengal).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NAGALANDTAX Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: ₹1,000 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: West Bengal

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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	₹1,000 (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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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Applications Are Invited the Post of Village Assistant?

The sanctioned remuneration is ₹1,000 (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 NAGALANDTAX Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Visit the official Nagaland Taxes Department portal and complete the One-Time Registration by entering your basic personal, educational, and contact details to generate a unique candidate login ID.

Log in to the recruitment portal, select the Village Assistant application link, and fill out the comprehensive online form with accurate academic qualifications and local language proficiency details.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including the indigenous inhabitant certificate, educational mark sheets, age proof, and a recent passport-sized photograph with signature in the specified JPEG format.

Pay the application fee online through the integrated payment gateway using net banking, credit cards, or UPI, and download the system-generated transaction receipt for future reference.

Submit the finalized application form, download the printed confirmation page, and monitor the portal regularly for the release of the e-admit card prior to the examination.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Applications Are Invited the Post of Village Assistant 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 (Paper I)	100 Marks, 2 Hours	General English, grammar, comprehension, Nagaland state history, geography, current affairs, and basic mental ability.
Stage 2: Written Examination (Paper II)	100 Marks, 2 Hours	Nagaland Village Council Act, basic taxation principles, rural economy, bookkeeping, and local administrative structures.
Stage 3: Computer Proficiency Test	50 Marks (Qualifying), 1 Hour	MS Word, MS Excel, basic internet operations, and English typing speed test of minimum 30 words per minute.
Stage 4: Document Verification and Interview	20 Marks	Verification of original academic and indigenous certificates, assessment of communication skills, and proficiency in local dialects.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Village Assistant cadre under the Nagaland Taxes Department is positioned at Level 3 of the Nagaland Services (Revision of Pay) Rules, which corresponds to the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. The entry-level basic pay is established at Rs. 21,700 per month. Factoring in the current Dearness Allowance (DA) rate of 53%, which amounts to Rs. 11,501, and House Rent Allowance (HRA) categorized under Class Z cities at 9% (Rs. 1,953), the salary structure is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) is calculated at Rs. 1,350 plus DA on TA, totaling Rs. 2,066. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 37,220. After statutory deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) of 10% (Basic + DA) amounting to Rs. 3,320 and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary for a newly recruited Village Assistant is approximately Rs. 33,800.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The recruitment strictly adheres to the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines and the Nagaland State Government reservation policy. A relaxation of 5 years in the upper age limit is granted to Scheduled Tribe (ST) and Scheduled Caste (SC) candidates, while Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year relaxation. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in line with state directives, a 33% horizontal reservation is maintained for women candidates, alongside complete application fee exemptions for PwBD and female applicants to promote diversity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Applications Are Invited the Post o

What are the minimum qualifying cutoff marks for the written exam?

The minimum qualifying cutoff marks are 45% for general category candidates and 40% for candidates belonging to reserved categories, including Scheduled Tribes of Nagaland.

Will there be a normalization of marks across different exam sessions?

Yes, if the written examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard percentile-based normalization method will be applied to ensure equity among candidates.

Is there a mandatory service bond for the Village Assistant post?

No, there is no mandatory financial service bond, but selected candidates must sign an undertaking to serve in their allotted rural station for at least three years.

What is the duration of the probation period for selected candidates?

Selected candidates will undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their performance and conduct will be closely monitored before confirmation.

Does the syllabus require specialized knowledge of Nagaland local laws?

Yes, Paper II specifically tests candidates on the Nagaland Village Council Act and basic rural administrative and taxation frameworks relevant to the state.

Where will the selected Village Assistants be posted?

Selected candidates will be posted across various district tax offices and rural administrative circles within the state of Nagaland, based on vacancy distribution.