NARMADA Recruitment Dossier

Cmd Interviews

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Cmd Interviews administered by NARMADA Authority (Jharkhand).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NARMADA Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 20-04-2026 Posting Jurisdiction: Jharkhand

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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 NARMADA

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Chairperson Cancelled	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-01-08
Chairperson in Delhi Judicial Academy	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2025-07-25
Chairperson S Interviews	1 Openings	Rs. 19,900 - 21,700 (Level-2)	20-05-2026
Class Iv	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	20-08-2026

Active Procurement Tenders by NARMADA

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Pre Bid Meeting Proceedings Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pre Bid Tie Up for Bos Package for 1200mw 2x450mw 1x300mw Grid Connected Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pre Commissioning Commissioning and Post Commissioning Stabilization Act Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Procurement of A1 and A2 Screw Set 700 Dia Pugmill for Scr	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 Cmd Interviews?

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 20-04-2026. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NARMADA Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official Narmada Authority recruitment portal, complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid personal credentials, and generate a unique registration ID and password.

Log in using OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, ensuring all academic, professional experience, and cadre-specific details are accurately entered.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including educational certificates, experience proofs, and category certificates, strictly adhering to the specified file size and format guidelines.

Remit the non-refundable application fee through the integrated secure online payment gateway using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the payment receipt.

Submit the finalized application form, download the generated confirmation page, and monitor the portal for the release of the interview call letter and schedule.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Cmd Interviews 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: Shortlisting and Screening of Applications	Qualifying / No Exam	Evaluation of academic records, Relevance of executive experience in water resource management, Leadership achievements in public sector undertakings
Stage 2: Personal Interview and Presentation	100 Marks / 45 Minutes	Strategic vision for Narmada basin development, Interstate water disputes and resolution frameworks, Financial management and administrative leadership, Corporate governance in public enterprises
Stage 3: Document Verification and Background Check	Qualifying	Verification of original academic degrees, Experience certificates validation, Vigilance clearance and No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer
Stage 4: Medical Examination and Final Merit List	Qualifying	Comprehensive medical fitness assessment as per Class-I officer standards, Compilation of final merit list based on interview performance

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for the Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) or equivalent Board-level position at the Narmada Authority is aligned with Level 14 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, or equivalent Schedule 'A' CPSE scale. The entry basic pay is established at Rs. 1,44,200 per month. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53%, amounting to Rs. 76,426, and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities calculated at 30% of basic pay (Rs. 43,260), the compensation package is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816) is provided, bringing the total Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 2,74,902. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 22,063) and income tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 2,35,000, supplemented by executive perks and medical benefits.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, the Narmada Authority strictly implements reservation policies for recruitment. Age relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer), 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 to promote gender diversity in public sector leadership.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Cmd Interviews

What is the minimum age and experience required for the CMD post?

Candidates must typically be at least 45 years of age and possess a minimum of 15 to 20 years of post-qualification executive experience in water resources, infrastructure, or public administration.

Is there a service bond or minimum tenure for this executive role?

Yes, selected candidates are appointed for a fixed tenure of 3 to 5 years or until superannuation, and may be required to execute a service agreement.

How is the final merit list prepared for CMD selection?

The final merit list is prepared exclusively based on the performance in the personal interview, subject to meeting the qualifying criteria in document verification and medical fitness.

What is the probation period for the selected candidate?

The selected candidate will undergo a probation period of one year, which may be extended or waived based on the decision of the administrative ministry.

Where will the primary posting location be for this role?

The primary posting for the CMD of the Narmada Authority will be at the headquarters in Indore or New Delhi, with travel across basin states.

Is there any normalization of marks applied in the selection process?

No, since the selection is conducted through direct personal interviews of shortlisted candidates, normalization of marks is not applicable for this recruitment.