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Natmo Director Recruitment

Official recruitment notice issued by Natmo for the post of Director. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.

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Key Recruitment Specifications

Total Vacancies
1 Posts
Pay Scale / Salary
Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)
Age Criteria
18 to 30 Years
Application Deadline
2026-09-30

Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation

URTotal
11
Crucial Recruitment Schedule
Application Deadline2026-09-30

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

The last date for submitting online applications is 2026-09-30. Candidates are advised to complete registration before the cutoff date to avoid portal traffic.
The remuneration is structured as Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13). Selected candidates are also eligible for Central/State Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and statutory pension contributions.
Applicants must possess Graduate / As specified in official notice. Candidates must ensure certificates and degrees are issued prior to the application cutoff.
The selection methodology involves: 1. Screening / Shortlisting of Applications, 2. Academic / Research Performance Evaluation, 3. Personal Interview & Document Verification.
Related Openings under Natmo
Cadre DesignationVacanciesPay LevelDeadline
Employee Login 1 Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 2026-09-30
Steno 1 Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 2026-09-30
Director 1 Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 2026-09-30
Director 1 Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 2026-09-30

Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

1

Candidates must visit the official DST or NATMO recruitment portal, complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, and generate unique login credentials.

2

Log in with OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying academic qualifications, research publications, and extensive experience in cartography, GIS, or geography.

3

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including educational certificates, proof of age, experience certificates, and a recent passport-sized photograph in the prescribed format and size.

4

Pay the non-refundable application fee online via integrated payment gateways; women, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are exempted from payment as per central government norms.

5

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page for future reference, and await the release of the official admit card or interview call letter.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Natmo Director Recruitment is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam PaperWeightage & DurationCore Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Shortlisting and Screening Qualifying, Duration: N/A Evaluation of academic records, research publications, experience in thematic mapping, GIS, remote sensing, and administrative leadership capabilities.
Stage 2: Personal Interview Marks: 100, Duration: 1 Hour Thematic cartography, digital mapping, spatial data infrastructure, national atlas preparation, administrative and financial management, and DST policies.
Stage 3: Document Verification Qualifying, Duration: N/A Verification of original academic degrees, experience certificates, caste/reservation certificates, NOC from current employer, and publication records.
Stage 4: Medical Examination and Final Merit Qualifying, Duration: N/A Comprehensive medical fitness assessment by a government-authorized medical board to ensure suitability for the administrative and field duties of the Director post.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Director, NATMO, is a highly prestigious Level 14 post under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (Pay Band Rs. 1,44,200 - Rs. 2,18,200). With the entry-level basic pay set at Rs. 1,44,200, the Dearness Allowance (DA) calculated at the current rate of 53% amounts to Rs. 76,426. House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities (such as Kolkata, where NATMO is headquartered) at 30% of basic pay is Rs. 43,260. Transport Allowance (TA) is fixed at Rs. 7,200 plus DA (totaling Rs. 11,016). This brings the 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), Professional Tax, and Income Tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 2,25,000, ensuring a highly lucrative and elite administrative-cum-scientific remuneration package.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment to the post of Director, NATMO, strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. 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 - Non-Creamy Layer), and up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Additionally, in compliance with central mandates, women candidates are fully exempted from paying the application fee to promote gender diversity in scientific leadership.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Natmo Director Recruitment

What is the maximum age limit for the NATMO Director recruitment?

The maximum age limit for direct recruitment is typically 56 years, with standard relaxations applicable for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and central government servants as per DoPT guidelines.

Is there a written examination for the Director post?

No, the selection is primarily based on shortlisting through academic/experience credentials followed by a personal interview before a high-level selection committee appointed by the DST.

What is the probation period for this post?

The selected candidate will undergo a probation period of one year, which may be extended or curtailed at the discretion of the competent authority based on performance.

Where will the selected candidate be posted?

The primary posting for the Director of NATMO is at the NATMO Headquarters located in Kolkata, West Bengal, though it carries all-India transfer liability.

What are the essential educational qualifications required?

Candidates must possess a Doctorate degree in Geography, Cartography, or Geospatial Sciences from a recognized university, along with significant research work and administrative experience.

Is there a service bond associated with this recruitment?

There is no service bond, but selected candidates must serve a mandatory notice period or pay salary in lieu of notice if they choose to resign during probation.