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Accountant on Contractual Basis in the Office

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Accountant on Contractual Basis in the Office administered by NCCR Authority (Rajasthan).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NCCR Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 20-08-2026 Posting Jurisdiction: Rajasthan

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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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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Accountant on Contractual Basis in the Office?

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 20-08-2026. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NCCR Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NCCR recruitment portal, click on the active advertisement for Contractual Accountant, and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing a valid email and mobile number.

Log in with generated credentials to fill out the detailed application form, capturing educational qualifications, past accounting experience, and personal details accurately in the designated fields.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including matriculation certificate, degree certificates, experience letters, and a recent passport-size photograph with signature, conforming to the specified file size and format.

Proceed to the secure payment gateway to remit the application fee, if applicable, via Net Banking, UPI, or Credit/Debit card, and download the generated transaction receipt.

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page for future reference, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the admit card and interview schedule.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Accountant on Contractual Basis in the Office 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	General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General English, General Awareness and Current Affairs
Stage 2: Domain Knowledge & Practical Accounting Test	100 Marks / 90 Minutes	Double Entry Bookkeeping, Preparation of Trial Balance and Financial Statements, GFR 2017 (General Financial Rules), GST, TDS, and Income Tax compliances, PFMS (Public Financial Management System) operations
Stage 3: Document Verification & Personal Interview	Qualifying / 30 Minutes	Verification of original academic and experience certificates, Assessment of communication skills, Evaluation of practical knowledge in government accounting and audit procedures
Stage 4: Final Merit List & Medical Fitness	Based on Stage 1 & 2 Cumulative Score	Medical fitness certificate from an authorized Civil Surgeon, Character and antecedent verification, Final allocation based on category-wise merit ranking

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Accountant on Contractual Basis at the National Centre for Coastal Research (NCCR) is positioned at a consolidated remuneration equivalent to Level 6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. The entry-level basic pay equivalent is Rs. 35,400. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% (Rs. 18,762), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities (Chennai, where NCCR is located) at 30% (Rs. 10,620), and Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), the gross monthly emoluments stand at approximately Rs. 66,690. Since this is a contractual position, standard NPS and CGHS deductions may not apply, but a statutory Professional Tax and TDS under Section 194J or EPF (if applicable) will be deducted, resulting in a net in-hand monthly salary of approximately Rs. 61,000 to Rs. 63,000, subject to annual performance-linked contract renewals.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) OM guidelines, the recruitment enforces statutory reservations for various categories. Age relaxations are granted up to 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates, and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) subject to valid income and asset certificates. Furthermore, in line with central mandates, women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee to promote inclusivity and diversity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Accountant on Contractual Basis in

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the written screening test?

The minimum qualifying cutoff is 50% for General/EWS candidates and 45% for OBC/SC/ST candidates. However, actual shortlisting for the practical test depends on the merit-based ratio of 1:10.

Will there be normalization of marks across different shifts?

If the exam is conducted in multiple shifts, the standard equipercentile normalization method approved by DoPT will be applied to ensure parity across different difficulty levels.

Is there a service bond or security deposit required upon joining?

No, there is no service bond or security deposit required. However, selected candidates must sign a standard contract agreement outlining the terms of engagement and code of conduct.

What is the probation or contract evaluation period for this role?

The initial contract is for a period of one year, with the first three months serving as an evaluation period. Extensions are granted annually based on performance and project requirements.

Does the syllabus include government-specific accounting rules?

Yes, the domain syllabus heavily emphasizes General Financial Rules (GFR 2017), Central Government accounting procedures, PFMS, and basic principles of government audit.

Where will the selected Accountant be posted?

The selected candidate will be posted at the headquarters of the National Centre for Coastal Research (NCCR) in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, with no provision for remote work.