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Employment

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Employment administered by NCSM Authority (Ladakh).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NCSM Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2023-10-19 Posting Jurisdiction: Ladakh

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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

Related Active Openings under NCSM

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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

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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 Employment?

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 2023-10-19. 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

Access the official NCSM recruitment portal, click on the active advertisement link, and complete the One-Time Registration by entering basic personal, contact, and email details to generate login credentials.

Log in with the generated credentials to fill out the detailed application form, including academic qualifications, technical certifications, work experience, and preferred examination center choices.

Upload scanned copies of the candidate's recent passport-sized photograph, signature, matriculation certificate for age proof, caste/category certificates, and essential educational transcripts in the prescribed PDF/JPEG formats.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI, ensuring that women, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates claim their fee exemption as per rules.

Verify all entered details in the preview window, submit the application form, download the generated confirmation page, and wait for the release of the e-Admit Card online.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Employment 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: Written Test (Objective Type)	120 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General English Language, General Awareness and Current Affairs
Stage 2: Trade Test / Practical Skill Test	Qualifying Nature, 60 Minutes	Discipline-specific practical applications, Laboratory equipment handling, Technical drawing and draftsmanship, Safety protocols and workshop calculations
Stage 3: Document Verification	Non-graded, Verification Session	Verification of original academic certificates, Caste and category certificate validation, No Objection Certificate (NOC) for serving employees, Identity and address proof verification
Stage 4: Medical Examination & Final Merit List	Qualifying, Standard Medical Board	General physical fitness assessment, Visual acuity and color blindness tests, Standard medical tests as per Government of India norms

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Under the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) framework, the Technical Assistant 'A' cadre at the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM) is positioned at Pay Level 5 of the Pay Matrix. This level features an Entry Basic Pay of INR 29,200. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) currently set at 53% (amounting to INR 15,476), the compensation package is highly competitive. For candidates posted in Class X cities, the House Rent Allowance (HRA) is 30% (INR 8,760), while Class Y and Z cities receive 20% and 10% respectively. The Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at INR 3,600 plus DA on TA (INR 1,908), totaling INR 5,508. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary in a Class X city reaches approximately INR 58,944. After mandatory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (INR 4,468) and professional taxes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at INR 53,944.

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 a strict reservation policy. Vertical reservation allocates 15% of vacancies to SC, 7.5% to ST, 27% to OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and 10% to EWS candidates. Age relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are granted. Furthermore, women candidates, SC, ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee, promoting equal opportunity and diverse representation across all cadres.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Employment

What are the minimum qualifying marks for the written examination?

The minimum qualifying marks are 40% for General/EWS, 35% for OBC, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates, though actual cutoffs depend on vacancy ratios.

Is there a score normalization process applied to the results?

Yes, if the written examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard equipercentile normalization method is utilized to ensure parity across different difficulty levels.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement required upon joining?

No service bond is required, but selected candidates must serve a mandatory probation period and are governed by the Central Civil Services Rules.

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

The selected candidates will be on probation for a period of two years, which may be extended at the discretion of the competent authority.

Where can I access the detailed trade-specific syllabus for the practical test?

The detailed trade-specific syllabus is published alongside the official notification on the NCSM website, tailored to the specific technical stream applied for.

Where will the selected candidates be posted initially?

Candidates can be posted at any of the NCSM science cities, centers, or offices across India, with initial postings determined by administrative requirements.