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Additional Contractual Positions Walk in Interview

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Additional Contractual Positions Walk in Interview administered by NCSM Authority (Gujarat).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NCSM Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2023-05-28 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
Additional Counselor	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-02-03
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Active Procurement Tenders by NCSM

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Enquiry for Mono Perc Solar Cell 5bb 158 75mm 5 54wp TENDER Reference 12302	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Entering Into Rate Contract for Supply of Ms Casings Valve Outlet and Valve Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Midterm Evaluation of Nsfe 2020 25 Ncfe 2023 24 Eoi 01 Issue Date 0 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Etender for Supply Installation and Commissioning of Neuro	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2023-04-20

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Additional Contractual Positions Walk in Interview?

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 2023-05-28. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NCSM Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Candidates must visit the official NCSM portal to download the prescribed application form and complete the preliminary online registration to generate a unique candidate ID.

Scan and compile all essential documents including educational certificates, experience letters, age proof, and category certificates into a single, self-attested PDF file under 5MB.

Pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 200 (exempt for SC/ST/PwBD and women candidates) through the integrated online payment gateway and save the transaction receipt.

Submit the online application form and print the generated confirmation page, which must be brought along with original documents to the designated walk-in venue.

Report to the specified NCSM venue on the scheduled walk-in date with the printed application form, original credentials, and fee receipt for on-the-spot verification and registration.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Additional Contractual Positions Walk in Interview 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: Document Verification and Registration	Qualifying (1 Hour)	Verification of original academic degrees, professional experience certificates, age proof, and category status against the eligibility criteria.
Stage 2: Written Screening Test	100 Marks, 90 Minutes	General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language Proficiency, and General Awareness with special focus on Science and Technology.
Stage 3: Domain Skill Test / Interview	50 Marks, 30 Minutes	Practical demonstration of technical skills, communication ability, knowledge of museum exhibits, and interactive science communication methodologies.
Stage 4: Final Merit List and Medical Fitness	Based on Stage 2 & 3	Compilation of final scores, verification of character antecedents, and submission of a medical fitness certificate from a registered medical practitioner.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The contractual positions at NCSM Authority are offered with a consolidated monthly remuneration, typically aligned with the 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 6 (equivalent to Technical Assistant or Office Assistant). 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 Y cities at 20% (Rs. 7,080), and Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA, the gross monthly salary equivalent reaches approximately Rs. 66,000. However, for contractual roles, NCSM often provides a fixed consolidated pay ranging from Rs. 45,000 to Rs. 55,000 per month, exempt from standard NPS contributions but subject to Professional Tax and TDS deductions under Section 194J. This results in an estimated in-hand net monthly salary of Rs. 43,000 to Rs. 52,000, offering a highly competitive compensation package for contractual professionals in the museum and science communication sector.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) official Office Memorandums (OMs), NCSM strictly implements the reservation policy for contractual recruitments. Upper age limit relaxations are granted as follows: 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). Furthermore, in line with central government directives, women candidates are fully exempted from paying the application fee to promote gender diversity in public employment.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Additional Contractual Positions Wa

What is the contract duration for these positions at NCSM?

The initial contract is typically for a period of one year, which may be extended annually based on individual performance and project requirements.

Is there any negative marking in the written screening test?

Yes, a negative marking of 0.25 marks will be applied for each incorrect answer in the objective-type screening test.

Can outstation candidates claim Travel Allowance (TA) for attending the walk-in interview?

No, no TA/DA will be paid to any candidate for attending the written test, skill test, or walk-in interview.

What are the primary posting locations for these contractual positions?

Selected candidates will be posted at NCSM headquarters in Kolkata or any of its regional science centres across India.

Is there a probation period for these contractual roles?

There is no formal probation period, but the first three months of the contract serve as an evaluation period for performance assessment.

Are contractual employees eligible for regular benefits like CGHS or quarters?

No, contractual employees are not eligible for CGHS or government accommodation, but they receive consolidated pay and standard leave entitlements.