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Cjmc the Post Research Assistant the Icssr Minor

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Cjmc the Post Research Assistant the Icssr Minor administered by NAMAKKAL Authority (Punjab).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NAMAKKAL Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1196 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-04-07 Posting Jurisdiction: Punjab

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1196 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	1196 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 Cjmc the Post Research Assistant the Icssr Minor?

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 2026-04-07. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NAMAKKAL Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

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

Log in to fill out the detailed application form, entering academic qualifications, research experience, publication details, and specific ICSSR project-related competencies as required by the authority.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including postgraduate degree certificates, consolidated mark sheets, community certificate, and a passport-sized photograph, strictly adhering to the specified file size limits.

Proceed to the secure online payment gateway to pay the non-refundable application fee using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the generated payment receipt.

Monitor the portal for the release of the admit card, download it upon notification, and print a clear copy to present at the designated examination center.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Cjmc the Post Research Assistant the Icssr Minor 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 Screening Test	100 Marks / 120 Minutes	Research Methodology, Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, Data Interpretation, and General Awareness of Social Sciences.
Stage 2: Domain Specialization Presentation	50 Marks / 30 Minutes	ICSSR project theme, advanced social science research methods, statistical data analysis tools like SPSS or R, and literature review formulation.
Stage 3: Personal Interview	50 Marks / 20 Minutes	Evaluation of academic background, research aptitude, communication skills, subject-matter expertise, and understanding of the specific minor project objectives.
Stage 4: Document Verification & Medical Examination	Qualifying	Verification of original academic credentials, reservation certificates, No Objection Certificate (NOC) from previous employers, and basic physical fitness standards.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Research Assistant post for the ICSSR Minor Project under the Namakkal Authority is evaluated under Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. The entry-level basic pay is established at Rs. 35,400. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (Rs. 18,762), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Z cities like Namakkal at 9% (Rs. 3,186), the compensation is highly structured. Transport Allowance (TA) is calculated at Rs. 1,800 plus DA on TA (Rs. 954), totaling Rs. 2,754. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary amounts to approximately Rs. 60,102. After mandatory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 5,416) and professional taxes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 54,000, ensuring a competitive and stable financial package for academic researchers.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) official Office Memorandums, this recruitment strictly implements the statutory reservation policy. Age relaxations are granted to reserved categories: 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates, and up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A vertical quota of 10% is reserved for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in line with central guidelines, women candidates are exempted from paying the application fee, promoting gender diversity and equal opportunity in academic research appointments.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Cjmc the Post Research Assistant th

How are the cutoff marks determined for the Research Assistant post?

Cutoff marks are determined based on the total number of vacancies, the difficulty level of the screening test, and the category-wise performance of the candidates.

Is normalization applied to the screening test scores?

No, normalization is not applied as the screening test is conducted in a single shift. However, if multiple shifts are required, a standard percentile-based formula will be used.

Is there a service bond associated with this Research Assistant position?

There is no financial service bond, but selected candidates must sign a contract agreeing to complete the specified duration of the ICSSR Minor Project.

What is the probation period for this research cadre?

The position is co-terminus with the project, but candidates undergo an initial performance evaluation or probation period of 6 months from the date of joining.

Where can I access the detailed syllabus for the screening test?

The detailed syllabus is available on the official Namakkal Authority recruitment portal under the active notifications tab for the ICSSR Research Assistant post.

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

The selected candidate will be posted at the designated university department or research center under the Namakkal Authority in Tamil Nadu.