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Circular Seeking Details of Officers of Us Dd and Above Rank Fo

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Circular Seeking Details of Officers of Us Dd and Above Rank Fo administered by NALANDAUNIV Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NALANDAUNIV Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2025-04-15 Posting Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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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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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Circular Seeking Details of Officers of Us Dd and Above Rank Fo?

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 2025-04-15. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NALANDAUNIV Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Candidates must access the official Nalanda University recruitment portal, complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal, academic, and professional details, and generate unique login credentials.

Log in with OTR credentials to select the specific Under Secretary or Deputy Director post, and carefully fill out the comprehensive online application form with service history.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including matriculation certificate, degree certificates, experience certificates, NOC from current employer, and APAR dossiers of the last five years in PDF format.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online through the integrated payment gateway using Net Banking, Credit/Debit Cards, or UPI, and download the generated fee payment receipt.

Submit the finalized application form, print the confirmation page for future reference, and download the admit card or interview call letter when released by the university administration.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Circular Seeking Details of Officers of Us Dd and Above Rank Fo 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: Screening of Applications and Shortlisting	Shortlisting based on eligibility criteria and APAR ratings	Evaluation of administrative experience, Vigilance clearance status, Past performance benchmarks, Relevance of academic qualifications
Stage 2: Personal Interview and Presentation	100 Marks / 45 Minutes	University Administration and Governance, Central Secretariat Service (CSS) rules, Financial Management and GFR 2017, Leadership and Conflict Resolution
Stage 3: Document Verification and Parent Cadre Clearance	Qualifying / Non-Graded	Verification of original academic degrees, Service book verification, Vigilance clearance certificate, Integrity certificate from parent department
Stage 4: Final Merit List and Board Approval	Based on Interview Performance (100% weightage)	Final selection approved by the Governing Board, Cumulative interview scores, Administrative suitability assessment

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for Under Secretary (US) and Deputy Director (DD) equivalent ranks at Nalanda University corresponds to Pay Level 11 (Entry Basic Pay of INR 67,700) and Level 12 (Entry Basic Pay of INR 78,800) of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. For a Level 11 officer, the starting Basic Pay is INR 67,700. With Dearness Allowance (DA) at the current rate of 53% (INR 35,881), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Y cities at 20% (INR 13,540), and Transport Allowance (TA) of INR 3,600 plus DA thereon (totaling INR 5,508), the Gross Monthly Salary amounts to approximately INR 1,22,629. After statutory deductions including National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (INR 10,358) and Income Tax/CGHS deductions, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately INR 1,10,000. This structure will be further revised upon the implementation of the 8th CPC recommendations.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines, Nalanda University implements statutory reservations for direct recruitment. This includes a 10% vertical reservation for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Age relaxations are granted as per Central Government norms: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). For deputation-based posts, standard DoPT guidelines on deputation apply, ensuring reservation policies do not bypass statutory mandates. Women candidates are exempted from application fees to promote gender diversity in higher administrative roles.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Circular Seeking Details of Officer

What is the maximum age limit for officers applying on a deputation basis?

For deputation posts of Under Secretary and Deputy Director, the maximum age limit is 56 years as of the closing date of the application, in line with DoPT guidelines.

Is there a service bond or minimum tenure for these administrative positions?

Yes, officers selected on a deputation basis are typically appointed for an initial tenure of 3 years, extendable up to 5 years subject to mutual consent and parent cadre approval.

Are officers of the state government eligible to apply for these posts?

Yes, officers holding analogous posts in the Central Government, State Governments, Autonomous Bodies, or Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) with requisite service seniority are eligible.

What is the probation period for direct recruits in these cadres?

Directly recruited officers to these Group A administrative posts undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, which may be extended based on performance evaluation.

Where will the selected officers be posted?

The primary place of posting will be the Nalanda University campus in Rajgir, Bihar, though officers may be required to travel or be posted as per institutional requirements.

How is the selection finalized if there is no written examination?

Selection is finalized through a rigorous screening of APARs, followed by a structured personal interview to assess administrative acumen, leadership, and knowledge of central government rules.