NALANDA Recruitment Dossier

Circle Officers

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Circle Officers administered by NALANDA Authority (Punjab).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NALANDA Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: Punjab

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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 NALANDA

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Certificate Verification and Oral Interview the Post	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Certificate Verification Schedule Provisionally Selected 1	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Certificate Verification Schedule Provisionally Selected	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2025-01-02
Chos Chief Medical Officer of Health Murshidabad	1 Openings	₹54,349 - ₹16,889 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by NALANDA

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Pre Bid Compliances to the RFP 33 Dt on Establishment of Stem	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pre Bid Conference Meeting for Procurement of Dense Media Cyclone Test R	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pre Bid Responses Engagement of Training Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Procurement of 0 22 Um Pore Size Filter Paper	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 Circle Officers?

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 NALANDA Authority?

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NALANDA Authority recruitment portal and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing primary personal details, a valid mobile number, and an active email address to generate unique login credentials.

Log in using the OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, ensuring accurate entry of academic qualifications, work experience, and preferred examination center choices across the state.

Upload scanned high-resolution copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificates, degree transcripts, caste/category certificates, and a recent passport-sized photograph with a signature, adhering strictly to specified file sizes.

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

Monitor the portal for the release of the e-Admit Card, which must be downloaded and printed at least one week prior to the scheduled computer-based screening examination date.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Circle Officers 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 (Objective)	200 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Studies, Current Affairs, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, Indian Polity and Governance
Stage 2: Main Written Examination (Descriptive)	400 Marks, 180 Minutes	Land Revenue Laws, Administrative Law, Public Administration, Disaster Management, Drafting and Official Correspondence
Stage 3: Personal Interview and Personality Test	100 Marks, 30 Minutes	Leadership Skills, Situational Judgment, Communication Ability, Knowledge of Regional Issues, Ethics and Integrity
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of Original Academic Credentials, Caste and Category Validation, Physical Fitness Standards Assessment, Character and Antecedents Verification

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Circle Officer cadre under the NALANDA Authority is positioned at Level 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with an entry-level Basic Pay of INR 56,100. Factoring in the current Dearness Allowance (DA) rate of 53% (amounting to INR 29,733), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Y cities at 20% (INR 11,220), and Transport Allowance (TA) of INR 5,508 (INR 3,600 plus DA thereon), the Gross Monthly Salary is estimated at INR 1,02,561. Mandatory statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% on Basic plus DA (INR 8,583) and professional tax, total approximately INR 9,000. Consequently, the net in-hand monthly salary for a newly recruited Circle Officer is estimated to be approximately INR 93,561, making it a highly lucrative and prestigious administrative position with robust career progression opportunities.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment to the Circle Officer cadre strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Age relaxation is granted up to 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates, and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is reserved for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) in accordance with the 103rd Constitutional Amendment. Additionally, women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee, promoting inclusivity and equal opportunity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Circle Officers

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the written examination?

The minimum qualifying cutoff marks are 40% for General/EWS, 36.5% for OBC, and 32% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates, though actual merit cutoffs are typically higher depending on vacancy ratios.

Is there a normalization process for multi-shift examinations?

Yes, the NALANDA Authority utilizes the standard equipercentile normalization method to ensure equity and eliminate difficulty variations across multiple exam shifts.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement for Circle Officers?

Selected candidates must execute a service indemnity bond of INR 2,00,000 to serve the NALANDA Authority for a minimum period of three years, including the probation period.

What is the duration of the probation period for newly appointed officers?

Appointed Circle Officers undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, which includes institutional training at the State Administrative Institute and field-level training.

Can candidates from states other than the local state apply for this post?

Yes, citizens of India from any state can apply, provided they meet the educational criteria and possess working knowledge of the local regional language.

Where will the initial posting locations be for selected candidates?

Initial postings are typically as Assistant Circle Officers or Circle Officers across various district subdivisions and regional offices under the jurisdiction of the NALANDA Authority.