NCSM Recruitment Dossier

Deputation Post

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Deputation Post 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: 2026-05-25 Posting Jurisdiction: Gujarat

Recruiting Authority

NCSM Authority

View Dossier

Verified Sovereign Authority

NCSM Authority

Official Domain: ncsm.gov.in | Jurisdiction: Gujarat

Authority Dossier Hub

All NCSM Openings NCSM Tenders All Central & State Jobs In-Hand Salary Calculator 8th CPC Pay Estimator

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

Related Active Openings under NCSM

View All NCSM Posts

Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Additional Contractual Positions Walk in Interview	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2023-05-28
Additional Counselor	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-02-03
Additional Deputy Commissioner	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-06-29
Contract Interview 2025 26	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-01-19

Active Procurement Tenders by NCSM

View All Procurement Notices

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 Deputation Post?

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 2026-05-25. 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.

Explore verified public authorities and related career tracks across the national network:

Explore NCSM Authority Browse Central & State Jobs In-Hand Salary Calculator

Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Candidates must download the official notification and application proforma from the NCSM website, ensuring they meet the eligibility criteria regarding parent cadre service and pay level.

Fill out the bio-data proforma (Annexure-A) accurately, detailing educational qualifications, chronological work experience, and specific achievements in the field of science communication or administration.

Submit the completed application through the proper channel of the parent department, accompanied by attested copies of APARs for the preceding five years and a vigilance clearance certificate.

The parent organization must forward the application with an integrity certificate and a statement confirming that no major or minor penalties have been imposed on the officer.

NCSM scrutinizes the forwarded applications, issues call letters for the personal interaction or interview to shortlisted candidates, and publishes the final selection list on its official portal.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Deputation Post 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: Screening and Shortlisting of Applications	Qualifying / No Exam	Evaluation of basic eligibility criteria, Parent cadre pay scale verification, APAR ratings of the last 5 years, Relevance of administrative or technical experience
Stage 2: Personal Interview and Presentation	100 Marks / 45 Minutes	Domain knowledge of museum administration, Central Government Rules (FRSR, GFR, CCS Conduct Rules), Leadership capabilities and strategic vision, Science communication and public outreach strategies
Stage 3: Document Verification and Cadre Clearance	Qualifying	Verification of original service records, Vigilance clearance status, Integrity certificate validation, No Objection Certificate (NOC) from parent department
Stage 4: Final Merit and Deputation Order	Qualifying	Preparation of panel based on interview performance, Approval by the competent authority, Issuance of formal deputation terms, Allocation of posting station

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

For a senior Deputation Post (such as Controller of Administration or Curator) at the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM), the pay scale is aligned with Level 11 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. The entry basic pay is Rs. 67,700. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% (Rs. 35,881), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% (Rs. 20,310), and Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816), the Gross Monthly Salary amounts to approximately Rs. 1,34,707. After mandatory statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 10,358) and Professional Tax/CGHS deductions, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 1,22,000. Officers on deputation may also opt for Deputation (Duty) Allowance of 5% or 10% of basic pay subject to prescribed ceilings, further enhancing the overall compensation package.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

As per official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, statutory reservations for SC, ST, and OBC categories do not directly apply to posts filled strictly by deputation. However, administrative relaxations in upper age limits (typically up to 56 years) and eligibility criteria are extended to SC/ST/PwBD candidates as per rules. For direct or contract elements, DoPT guidelines on 10% EWS reservation and fee concessions for women and PwBD candidates are strictly observed. NCSM ensures fair consideration and representation of diverse cadres during the selection panel's evaluation process.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Deputation Post

What is the maximum age limit for applying to this deputation post?

As per DoPT guidelines, the maximum age limit for appointment by deputation shall not exceed 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.

Is there any written examination or normalization of marks for this post?

No, there is no written examination or normalization. Selection is based on screening of APARs, experience, and a personal interview/interaction.

What is the standard period of deputation at NCSM?

The initial period of deputation is typically 3 years, which can be extended annually up to 5 years subject to mutual consent and performance.

Can an officer on deputation opt for parent department pay scales?

Yes, the selected officer can opt to draw either the pay scale of the deputation post or their parent cadre pay plus Deputation (Duty) Allowance.

Are there any service bonds or cooling-off period requirements?

Candidates must have completed a mandatory cooling-off period of 3 years between two deputations as prescribed by DoPT guidelines.

Where will the selected officer be posted?

The officer can be posted at the NCSM Headquarters in Kolkata or any of its constituent National Science Centres across India.