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Official gazetted recruitment notification for Check News administered by NAVSARI Authority (Uttarakhand).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NAVSARI Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-07-31 Posting Jurisdiction: Uttarakhand

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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

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
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Cmet Th Adm 07 2023 Technical Consultant Research Scientist	1 Openings	Rs. 19,900 - 21,700 (Level-2)	2026-03-06

Active Procurement Tenders by NAVSARI

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Prebid Responses RFP for Engagement of Training Agency for Pension Schem	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Prebid Responses RFP for Manpower and Housekeeping Services Issued Date	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Prebid Responses RFP for Manpower Service Provider on Minimum Wages Issu	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Procurement of Cnc Multispindle 8 Spindle Bar Auto	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 Check News?

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 2026-07-31. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NAVSARI Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official Navsari Authority recruitment portal and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, a valid email address, and an active mobile number to generate login credentials.

Log in with OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying educational qualifications, work experience in media/journalism, and selecting preferred examination centers across Gujarat.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificate, degree transcripts, caste certificate (if applicable), and a recent passport-sized photograph alongside a clear signature in the specified format.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online via integrated payment gateways using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the system-generated fee receipt for future reference.

Monitor the portal for the release of the e-Admit Card, which must be downloaded and printed at least one week prior to the scheduled computer-based examination date.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Check News 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: Computer Based Written Examination	200 Marks / 120 Minutes	General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, English and Gujarati Language Proficiency, Current Affairs
Stage 2: Domain Specialization Test	100 Marks / 90 Minutes	Media Laws and Ethics, Fact-Checking Methodologies, Digital Verification Tools, Information Technology Act, Public Relations and Communication
Stage 3: Document Verification and Biometric Matching	Qualifying / No Marks	Verification of Original Academic Degrees, Caste/Category Certificates, Experience Certificates, Identity Proofs, Biometric Authentication
Stage 4: Medical Examination and Final Merit List	Qualifying / Final Selection	Standard Medical Fitness Assessment, Visual Acuity Test, Final Cumulative Score Compilation, Category-wise Merit Allocation

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Media Analyst (News Checker) cadre under the Navsari Authority is positioned at Level 6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of INR 35,400. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% (INR 18,762), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Y/Z city (Navsari) at 9% to 18% (approx. INR 3,186 to INR 6,372), and Transport Allowance (TA) of INR 1,800 plus DA thereon (INR 2,754), the Gross Monthly Salary amounts to approximately INR 60,102 to INR 63,288. After statutory deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) comprising 10% of Basic plus DA (INR 5,416) and Professional Tax, the estimated in-hand net monthly salary ranges between INR 54,000 and INR 57,000. This structure is subject to future revisions under the upcoming 8th Central Pay Commission guidelines.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment under the Navsari Authority strictly adheres to the statutory reservation policies mandated by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) and the Government of Gujarat. Vertical reservation allocates 10% for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), 15% for Scheduled Castes (SC), 7.5% for Scheduled Tribes (ST), and 27% for Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL). Age relaxations are granted as 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Women candidates across all categories receive a 33% horizontal reservation and are exempted from paying the application fee as per state guidelines.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Check News

What is the minimum educational qualification required for the News Checker post?

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, or a related field from a recognized university, with proficiency in Gujarati and English.

Is there a negative marking scheme in the written examination?

Yes, a negative marking of 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer in the Computer Based Test (CBT) for both Stage 1 and Stage 2.

What is the duration of the probation period for selected candidates?

Selected candidates will undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their performance and conduct will be closely monitored before confirmation.

Will there be any normalization of marks across different shifts?

Yes, if the examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard percentile-based normalization method will be applied to ensure equity across all batches.

Is there a service bond required to be signed upon joining?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service surety bond of INR 1,00,000 to serve the Navsari Authority for a minimum period of three years.

Where will the primary posting location be for this cadre?

The primary posting will be at the headquarters of the Navsari Authority in Navsari, Gujarat, with potential field visits within the district jurisdiction.