NAGAPATTINAM Recruitment Dossier

Chief Electoral Officer Up

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Chief Electoral Officer Up administered by NAGAPATTINAM Authority (Tripura).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NAGAPATTINAM Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: Tripura

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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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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Centre Administrator in One Stop Centre	1 Openings	₹2026-27 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Centre Assistant	1 Openings	Rs. 19,900 - 21,700 (Level-2)	2026-09-30
Centre Scheme	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Chief Electoral Officer J 038 K	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by NAGAPATTINAM

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Pre Bid Meeting Link Date Time 04 30 Pm Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pre Bid Meeting Link Date 22 5 2023 Time 11 30 Am Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pre Bid Meeting Link Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Procurement Policy Division	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 Chief Electoral Officer Up?

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 2026-09-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NAGAPATTINAM Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Candidates must access the official Nagapattinam recruitment portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid personal, educational, and contact details to generate a unique registration ID.

Log in using OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, ensuring all academic qualifications, professional experience, and administrative credentials match official certificates.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including passport-sized photograph, signature, caste certificate, and educational transcripts, strictly adhering to the specified file size and format guidelines.

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

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page for future reference, and regularly check the portal for the release of the e-Admit Card.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Chief Electoral Officer Up 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: Preliminary Screening Examination	200 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Studies, Indian Polity and Constitution, Current Affairs, Logical Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude
Stage 2: Electoral Laws and Administrative Specialization	300 Marks, 180 Minutes	Representation of the People Act 1950 and 1951, Electoral Conduct Rules 1961, Administrative Law, Public Administration and Governance
Stage 3: Personal Interview and Viva-Voce	100 Marks, 45 Minutes	Leadership and Decision Making, Case Studies on Election Management, Communication Skills, Knowledge of Regional Administrative Framework
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of Original Academic and Experience Certificates, Physical Fitness Standards, Character and Antecedents Verification

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The post of Chief Electoral Officer under the Nagapattinam Authority is aligned with Level 13 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, featuring an entry basic pay of Rs. 1,23,100. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) currently positioned at 53% (amounting to Rs. 65,243), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) calculated at the Class Z rate of 10% (Rs. 12,310), the compensation package is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 3,600 plus DA, totaling Rs. 5,508. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 2,06,161. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 18,834) and Professional Tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at Rs. 1,85,000. This administrative cadre also anticipates upward revisions under the upcoming 8th CPC guidelines.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) official Office Memorandums, this recruitment strictly implements vertical and horizontal reservations. Age relaxation is granted up to 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year age relaxation. A 10% vertical reservation is reserved for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) subject to valid income and asset certificates. Furthermore, in line with state and central directives, women candidates are eligible for fee concessions and horizontal reservation benefits across all categories.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Chief Electoral Officer Up

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the written examination?

The minimum qualifying cutoff is 40% for General/EWS candidates, 35% for OBC, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates in each individual paper.

Will there be normalization of marks across multiple exam shifts?

Yes, a standard multi-shift percentile equivalence normalization method will be applied if the examination is conducted in multiple sessions.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement for this post?

Selected candidates must execute a service surety bond of Rs. 2,00,000 to serve the authority for a minimum period of three years.

What is the duration of the probation period for the appointed officer?

The appointed officer will undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, which includes structured institutional and field training.

Are candidates from other states eligible to apply for this post?

Yes, Indian citizens from all states are eligible, but reservation benefits are restricted to candidates holding valid domicile certificates of the recruiting state.

Where will the primary posting location be for the selected candidate?

The primary posting will be at the headquarters of the Nagapattinam Authority, with potential field postings across designated electoral districts.