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Annual General Transfers Order Dated of PCS JB Officers

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Annual General Transfers Order Dated of PCS JB Officers administered by NCH Authority (Sikkim).

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

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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
Accounts Clerk Cum Computer Operator Under	1 Openings	Rs. 19,900 - 21,700 (Level-2)	20-05-2026
Accounts Manager at Jagannath Dham Trust	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	20-05-2026
Accounts Officer	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2024-02-24
Annual General Transfers Order Dated of the PCS JB Officers	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	20-07-2026

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Electrode Class A2 TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Eligible Bidders for Technical Evaluation RFP for Selection of System Integr	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Eligible Bidders in the Technical Bid TENDER Called for Purchase of Bicycles	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Equal Opportunity Cell Eoc 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 Annual General Transfers Order Dated of PCS JB Officers?

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 NCH Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Candidates must visit the official NCH Authority portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, valid email, and mobile number to generate unique login credentials.

Log in using OTR credentials to fill the detailed application form, upload scanned copies of educational certificates, category proofs, passport-size photograph, and signature according to specified dimensions.

Select preferred examination centers and administrative zones for posting, then carefully review all entered data in the preview section before final submission to prevent any discrepancies.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to pay the prescribed application fee online via net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the generated transaction receipt.

After successful verification of applications, download the generated admit card from the portal using registration credentials, which must be carried to the examination center along with valid ID.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Annual General Transfers Order Dated of PCS JB Officers 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	200 Marks / 120 Minutes	General Intelligence, Reasoning Ability, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, General Awareness, and Basic Computer Literacy.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization (Descriptive)	300 Marks / 180 Minutes	Administrative Law, Civil Procedure Code, Criminal Procedure Code, Indian Penal Code, Constitutional Law, and NCH Regulatory Frameworks.
Stage 3: Viva-Voce and Personal Interview	100 Marks / 45 Minutes	Assessment of leadership qualities, communication skills, administrative decision-making, legal acumen, and situational judgment scenarios.
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying Only	Verification of original academic and caste certificates, character antecedents, and comprehensive physical fitness assessment by a medical board.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The PCS JB Officers under the NCH Authority are placed in Level 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, featuring an entry basic pay of Rs. 56,100. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (Rs. 29,733), the compensation package is highly competitive. House Rent Allowance (HRA) varies by city classification: Class X (30% or Rs. 16,830), Class Y (20% or Rs. 11,220), and Class Z (10% or Rs. 5,610). Transport Allowance (TA) for Class X cities is Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA, totaling Rs. 11,016. This culminates in a gross monthly salary of approximately Rs. 1,13,679 for Class X locations. After mandatory statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 8,583) and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 1,03,500, offering robust financial security.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the statutory guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India, this recruitment enforces a strict reservation framework. Age relaxations are granted to reserved categories: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) as per the latest mandates. Furthermore, women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee, ensuring equal opportunity and inclusive representation across all administrative cadres.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Annual General Transfers Order Date

What are the minimum qualifying cutoffs for the screening test?

The minimum qualifying cutoff marks are 40% for General/EWS candidates and 35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates, though actual selection depends on the merit list ratio.

Is there a normalization process applied to the exam scores?

Yes, a multi-session equipercentile normalization method is utilized to ensure parity if the Computer Based Screening Test is conducted across multiple shifts.

Is there a service bond required upon selection as a PCS JB Officer?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service indemnity bond of Rs. 2,00,000 to serve the NCH Authority for a minimum period of three years.

What is the duration of the probation period for newly recruited officers?

The selected officers will undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, which includes institutional training and field postings before confirmation.

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

The comprehensive, topic-wise syllabus is available in PDF format under the 'Recruitment' tab on the official NCH Authority portal.

What are the primary posting locations for PCS JB Officers?

Initial postings are generally at the NCH Headquarters in New Delhi or regional offices located across major Tier-1 and Tier-2 cities in India.