Narmada Director Recruitment
Official recruitment notice issued by Narmada for the post of Director. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
Graduate / As specified in official notice. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
1. Screening / Shortlisting of Applications, 2. Academic / Research Performance Evaluation, 3. Personal Interview & Document Verification.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Administrative Assistant / Executive | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 20-10-2018 |
| Director | 1 | Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 | 2026-09-30 |
| Director | 1 | Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 | 20-11-2021 |
| Director | 1 | Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 | 2026-09-30 |
Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap
Access the official Narmada Control Authority recruitment portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, valid email, and mobile number to generate login credentials.
Log in with OTR credentials to fill the detailed application form, entering academic qualifications, professional experience in water resource management, and preferred examination or interview centers.
Upload scanned copies of essential documents including matriculation certificate, degree certificates, experience letters, caste validity certificates, and a recent passport-sized photograph as per specified dimensions.
Pay the non-refundable application fee online via integrated payment gateways using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to download the generated transaction 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 before the examination.
Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework
The candidate evaluation matrix for Narmada Director Recruitment 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 | Water Resources Engineering, Hydrology, Dam Safety Regulations, Environmental Impact Assessment, and General Aptitude. |
| Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Presentation | 50 Marks, 45 Minutes | Presentation on Inter-State River Water Disputes, Narmada Basin Management, Hydro-meteorological Data Analysis, and Project Planning. |
| Stage 3: Personal Interview & Viva-Voce | 100 Marks, No fixed duration | Leadership Competencies, Administrative Rules, Financial Management, Inter-state Coordination, and Personality Assessment. |
| Stage 4: Document Verification & Medical Examination | Qualifying | Verification of original academic and experience credentials, and comprehensive medical fitness evaluation by a designated Medical Board. |
7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure
The Director post at Narmada Control Authority is classified under Level 13 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of Rs. 1,23,100. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% amounting to Rs. 65,243, and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% (Rs. 36,930), the allowances are substantial. Transport Allowance (TA) is set at Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816), totaling Rs. 11,016. The Gross Monthly Salary reaches approximately Rs. 2,36,289. After statutory deductions including National Pension System (NPS) contribution (10% of Basic + DA = Rs. 18,834), Professional Tax, and Central Government Employees Group Insurance Scheme (CGEGIS), the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 2,15,000. This high-tier compensation reflects the senior administrative and technical responsibilities associated with managing inter-state river valley projects.
Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines
In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) OM guidelines, the recruitment enforces a strict reservation policy. Upper age limit relaxations are granted as follows: 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). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee, promoting gender diversity and inclusive representation in senior administrative cadres.
Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Narmada Director Recruitment
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The minimum qualifying cutoff is 50% for General/EWS candidates and 45% for reserved category candidates, though actual shortlisting depends on the vacancy-to-candidate ratio.
If the screening test is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard percentile-based normalization method approved by DoPT will be applied to ensure equity.
Yes, selected candidates must execute a service bond of Rs. 2,00,000 or serve for a minimum period of three years from the date of joining.
The selected Director will be on a probation period of one year, extendable by another year subject to performance evaluation by the competent authority.
The primary posting is at the Narmada Control Authority Headquarters in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, with potential field postings across Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan.
Yes, candidates from private sector organizations holding equivalent senior managerial positions with at least 15 years of relevant experience in water resources can apply.