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Recruitment of Backlog Posts

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Recruitment of Backlog Posts administered by NCF Authority (Uttar Pradesh).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NCF Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2023-11-22 Posting Jurisdiction: Uttar Pradesh

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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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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
For Publicity Works Under Directorate of Agriculture Assam Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Of Lease Out Pod 1 and Pod 2 of Rsdc P Iv Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Equal Opportunities Cell Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Execution of Work to Mcew Cam to Special Repairs to Valeeswarar 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 Recruitment of Backlog Posts?

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 2023-11-22. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NCF Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NCF Authority recruitment portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by entering basic personal details, active mobile number, and email address to generate unique login credentials.

Log in using the OTR credentials, select the specific backlog post cadre, and fill out the comprehensive online application form with accurate academic, professional, and category details.

Upload scanned high-resolution copies of the candidate's signature, passport-sized photograph, and essential documents such as caste certificates and educational transcripts in the prescribed PDF or JPEG formats.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to pay the application fee online using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to save the transaction receipt for future reference.

Submit the finalized application form, download the generated confirmation page, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the e-admit card prior to the examination date.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Recruitment of Backlog Posts 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 Language and Comprehension, General Awareness and Current Affairs
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Test	100 Marks / 120 Minutes	Domain-specific technical subjects, Central Secretariat Manual of Office Procedure, General Financial Rules (GFR) 2017, CCS (Conduct) and CCS (CCA) Rules
Stage 3: Document Verification and Biometric Matching	Qualifying / No Marks	Verification of original academic certificates, Caste and category certificate validation, No Objection Certificate (NOC) for serving employees, Biometric and identity authentication
Stage 4: Medical Examination and Final Merit List	Qualifying / No Marks	General physical fitness standards, Visual acuity and color blindness tests, Medical standards as per Central Civil Services guidelines, Final merit compilation based on Stage 2 scores

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for Backlog Posts under the NCF Authority is mapped to Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of Rs. 35,400. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) currently calculated at 53% (Rs. 18,762), the salary structure is highly competitive. House Rent Allowance (HRA) varies by city classification: Class X (30% or Rs. 10,620), Class Y (20% or Rs. 7,080), and Class Z (10% or Rs. 3,540). Transport Allowance (TA) for Class X cities is set at Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), totaling Rs. 5,508. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary for a Level 6 officer in a Class X city stands at approximately Rs. 70,290. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% (Basic + DA) amounting to Rs. 5,416, and minor CGHS and GIS deductions, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is Rs. 64,300.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the statutory directives issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India, this recruitment enforces strict reservation guidelines for backlog vacancies. Age relaxation is granted up to 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), and 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer). Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a cumulative relaxation of 10 years. The 10% vertical reservation for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) is strictly maintained. Furthermore, all women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Recruitment of Backlog Posts

Are the cutoffs for backlog posts lower than regular recruitment cycles?

Yes, backlog cutoffs are determined independently based on the performance of candidates within their respective reserved categories, often resulting in lower qualifying thresholds compared to general category cutoffs.

Will normalization be applied to the Computer Based Test scores?

Yes, if the Computer Based Test is conducted across multiple shifts, a standard multi-shift normalization formula approved by the DoPT will be utilized to ensure equity.

Is there a service bond associated with these backlog posts?

No, there is no mandatory service bond required upon joining, but selected candidates must serve the stipulated probation period before confirmation.

What is the duration of the probation period for these positions?

The selected candidates will be placed on a standard probation period of two years, during which their performance and conduct will be monitored as per CCS rules.

Is the syllabus for the domain specialization paper available in Hindi?

Yes, the official syllabus and the question papers for both Stage 1 and Stage 2 exams will be provided bilingual, in both English and Hindi.

Where will the final posting locations be for the selected candidates?

Initial postings will be at the headquarters of the NCF Authority or any of its regional offices across India, subject to administrative requirements.