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Annexure Viii Mot Recruitment and Promotion Rules with Amendments As on Ja

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Annexure Viii Mot Recruitment and Promotion Rules with Amendments As on Ja administered by NCESS Authority (Gujarat).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NCESS Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-05-29 Posting Jurisdiction: Gujarat

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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
Accountant Cum Clerk	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-07-20
Accountant Under Police Accountability Commission	2 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-01-28
Accountant Under Psrlm	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	20-08-2026
Annual General Transfer 2024 Orders Dated of the PCS JB Officer	1 Openings	₹8171 (Level-4)	2024-07-04

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Design Development Implementation and Maintenance of Flap Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Development of Vendors for Supply of Magnetic Steel Sheet Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Elastomeric Bearings TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Elastomeric Pad TENDER	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 Annexure Viii Mot Recruitment and Promotion Rules with Amendments As on Ja?

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 2026-05-29. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NCESS Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

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

Log in with the generated credentials to complete the detailed application form, entering academic qualifications, professional experience, and specific cadre preferences as per the official recruitment notification.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificates, degree transcripts, caste certificates (if applicable), and a recent passport-sized photograph and signature, adhering strictly to the specified file formats and sizes.

Proceed to the secure online payment gateway to pay the prescribed application fee using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the generated payment receipt for future reference.

After final submission, monitor the portal for application status updates and download the generated admit card, which contains the exam date, venue, and instructions, prior to the examination.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Annexure Viii Mot Recruitment and Promotion Rules with Amendments As on Ja 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 Screening Test	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General English, General Awareness and Current Affairs
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Test	100 Marks, 180 Minutes	Earth System Sciences, Geology and Geophysics, Geochemistry, Environmental Sciences, Data Analysis and GIS Applications
Stage 3: Document Verification and Skill Test	Qualifying Only, No Marks	Verification of Original Academic Credentials, Caste and Category Certificate Validation, Practical Laboratory Skill Assessment, No-Objection Certificate (NOC) Verification
Stage 4: Final Merit List and Medical Examination	Based on Stage 2 Marks	Medical Fitness Standards as per Central Government Rules, Character and Antecedents Verification, Final Allocation based on Merit-cum-Preference

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for the Technical and Scientific cadre under the National Centre for Earth Science Studies (NCESS) is governed by the Pay Level 7 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. The entry-level basic pay is established at Rs. 44,900 per month. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (amounting to Rs. 23,797), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Y cities like Thiruvananthapuram at 20% (amounting to Rs. 8,980), the allowances are highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), totaling Rs. 5,508. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 83,185. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 6,870) and professional taxes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at Rs. 75,000, offering a robust compensation package aligned with central government standards.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The recruitment process strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Age relaxations are granted to reserved categories, including 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 vertical reservation of 10% is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in line with central government directives, women candidates are exempted from paying the application fee to encourage gender diversity in scientific and technical cadres.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Annexure Viii Mot Recruitment and P

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the screening test?

The minimum qualifying cutoff is 50% for General/EWS candidates and 40% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates, though actual shortlisting depends on the vacancy-to-candidate ratio.

Is there a normalization procedure applied to the exam scores?

Yes, if the Computer Based Test is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard multi-shift percentile-based normalization method approved by DoPT is utilized to ensure equity.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement required upon joining?

No service bond is required, but selected candidates must execute a standard undertaking to serve the organization and undergo mandatory training as prescribed.

What is the duration of the probation period for this post?

The selected candidates will be on a probation period of two years, during which their performance and conduct will be evaluated before final confirmation.

Where can I access the detailed syllabus for the domain specialization?

The detailed, topic-wise syllabus for the domain specialization is available in Annexure VIII of the official NCESS Recruitment and Promotion Rules on the NCESS website.

What are the primary posting locations for the selected candidates?

The primary posting location is the NCESS headquarters in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, though candidates may be posted or transferred to any field station across India as required.