National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) Recruitment 2026 — Official Vacancy Notification
Official recruitment notice issued by National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) for the post of Administrative & Technical Staff Cadre. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
M.Tech / M.E, B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), MBBS / Medical Degree. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
Physical Endurance Test (PET/PST).
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Director | 10 | Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 | 2026-08-14 |
| s of Director | 1 | Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 | 2026-09-30 |
| 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 | |
| Director | 1 | Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 | 2026-09-30 |
| Procurement Scope | Est. Value | EMD Amount | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tender Notice - Ncsc (Tender: General Governm | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Ncsc (Tender: General Governm | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap
Access the official NCSC recruitment portal to initiate the One-Time Registration (OTR) process by entering your primary personal details, active email address, and mobile number.
Log in using the generated OTR credentials to fill out the comprehensive application form, detailing your educational qualifications, work experience, and selecting preferred exam centers.
Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-sized photograph, signature, and relevant category or educational certificates strictly adhering to the specified file dimensions and PDF/JPEG formats.
Pay the non-refundable application fee through the integrated secure payment gateway using Net Banking, Debit/Credit Cards, or UPI, and save the transaction receipt.
Submit the completed application form, download the auto-generated confirmation page for future reference, and monitor the portal for subsequent e-Admit Card release notifications.
Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework
The candidate evaluation matrix for Ncsc PDF Document Notice Recruitment 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, English Language Comprehension, and General Awareness with a focus on current socio-economic affairs. |
| Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Paper | 100 Marks, 120 Minutes | Constitutional safeguards for Scheduled Castes, Protection of Civil Rights Act, SC/ST Prevention of Atrocities Act, social justice policies, and research methodology. |
| Stage 3: Document Verification and Interview | 50 Marks, Variable Duration | Verification of original academic and caste credentials, personality assessment, communication skills, and practical knowledge of administrative and field-level investigation processes. |
| Stage 4: Final Merit List and Medical Examination | Qualifying, No Marks | Comprehensive medical fitness evaluation conducted by an authorized government medical board to ensure compliance with central civil service standards. |
7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure
The recruitment for the National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) positions is structured under the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, typically positioned at Level 7 for Research Officers and Senior Investigators. The entry-level basic pay for Level 7 is INR 44,900. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (INR 23,797), the salary is highly competitive. House Rent Allowance (HRA) varies by city classification: Class X (30% or INR 13,470), Class Y (20% or INR 8,980), and Class Z (10% or INR 4,490). Transport Allowance (TA) for Class X cities is INR 3,600 plus DA on TA (INR 1,908), totaling INR 5,508. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary in a Class X city amounts to approximately INR 87,675. After mandatory deductions including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% (Basic + DA) amounting to INR 6,870, and CGHS/GIS deductions, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately INR 80,175.
Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines
The recruitment strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Vertical reservation is provided to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer), and Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) at 10%. Upper age limit relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). In compliance with DoPT mandates, all female candidates, SC, ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee.
Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Ncsc PDF Document Notice Recruitmen
The minimum qualifying marks are set at 40% for Unreserved (UR) and EWS candidates, and 35% for OBC, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates, though actual cutoffs depend on vacancy ratios.
Yes, if the Computer Based Test is conducted across multiple shifts, a standard equipercentile normalization method is utilized to ensure parity in candidate scoring.
No, there is no financial service bond required, but selected candidates must complete their mandatory probation period successfully before permanent confirmation.
Selected candidates will be placed on a standard probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and training completion will be evaluated.
The exhaustive, topic-wise syllabus is officially published within the recruitment notification PDF available for download on the NCSC portal.
Initial postings are generally at the NCSC Headquarters in New Delhi, or across any of its twelve Regional Offices located in major state capitals.