Natmo Steno Recruitment
Official recruitment notice issued by Natmo for the post of Steno. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), Graduate (Bachelor's Degree). Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
Skill / Typing / Trade Test.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Employee Login | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Director | 1 | Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 | 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
Access the official NATMO or DST recruitment portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal, educational, and contact details to generate unique login credentials.
Log in with credentials to fill the detailed application form, selecting the Stenographer post, and specifying preferred exam centers, regional preferences, and language medium for the skill test.
Upload scanned copies of recent passport-size photograph, signature, matriculation certificate for age proof, educational transcripts, and caste/category certificates in the prescribed JPEG/PDF formats and dimensions.
Pay the non-refundable application fee online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Cards, or UPI, ensuring to download the payment confirmation receipt; note that women and exempted categories pay nil.
Submit the final application form, download the generated confirmation page for future reference, and monitor the portal for the release of the e-Admit Card prior to the examination.
Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework
The candidate evaluation matrix for Natmo Steno 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 Examination (Computer Based Test) | 200 Marks, 120 Minutes | General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness (with focus on geography/mapping), and English Language & Comprehension. |
| Stage 2: Stenography Skill Test | Qualifying Only, Dictation for 10 minutes at 80 w.p.m. | Transcription of shorthand notes on computer (50 minutes for English, 65 minutes for Hindi) evaluating speed, accuracy, and spelling. |
| Stage 3: Document Verification | Qualifying, No Marks | Verification of original academic certificates, identity proofs, caste/reservation certificates, and No Objection Certificate (NOC) for serving employees. |
| Stage 4: Medical Examination & Final Merit List | Qualifying, Final Merit based on Stage 1 marks | General medical fitness standards as prescribed for Group 'C' Central Government employees, followed by final merit allocation based on CBT scores. |
7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure
The Stenographer Grade-II post at NATMO (National Atlas and Thematic Mapping Organisation) is classified under General Central Service, Group 'C', Non-Gazetted. It carries Pay Level 4 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix with an Entry Basic Pay of Rs. 25,500. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% (Rs. 13,515), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% (Rs. 7,650), and Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), the Gross Monthly Salary amounts to approximately Rs. 52,173. After statutory deductions including National Pension System (NPS) contribution (10% of Basic + DA, i.e., Rs. 3,902) and Central Government Employees Group Insurance Scheme (CGEGIS), the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 47,500. This structure aligns with the latest Department of Expenditure guidelines.
Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines
NATMO strictly implements the statutory reservation policies mandated by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. This includes a 10% vertical reservation for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) and standard quotas for Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Other Backward Classes (OBC). Age relaxation guidelines permit a 5-year concession for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). In accordance with DoPT directives, women candidates, SC, ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee to promote diversity.
Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Natmo Steno Recruitment
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Candidates must have passed the 12th Standard or equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University, alongside possessing the required stenography speed.
Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer in the objective-type written examination.
Newly appointed candidates will be on probation for a period of two years, during which their performance and conduct are monitored before confirmation.
The primary postings are at the NATMO Headquarters in Kolkata, West Bengal, though candidates may be liable for service anywhere in India.
No, the Stenography Skill Test is purely qualifying in nature. The final merit list is prepared solely based on the marks secured in the Computer Based Test.
Yes, if the Computer Based Test is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard formula-based normalization method is applied to equalize difficulty levels.