NCST Recruitment Dossier

Acharya Harihara Sishu Bhawan

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Acharya Harihara Sishu Bhawan administered by NCST Authority (Uttar Pradesh).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NCST Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-01-27 Posting Jurisdiction: Uttar Pradesh

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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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Erection Crane 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 Acharya Harihara Sishu Bhawan?

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 2026-01-27. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NCST Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NCST recruitment portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, valid email, and mobile number to generate a unique login ID.

Log in with OTR credentials, select the Acharya Harihara Sishu Bhawan Recruitment link, and fill in detailed academic qualifications, work experience, and preferred examination center choices.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including matriculation certificate, medical degree or caste certificates, passport-size photograph, and signature in the prescribed JPEG or PDF formats and sizes.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online via Net Banking, Credit or Debit Cards, or UPI, ensuring to download and save the system-generated transaction receipt for future reference.

After successful verification of applications, download the e-Admit Card from the NCST portal approximately two weeks prior to the scheduled examination date using your registration credentials.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Acharya Harihara Sishu Bhawan 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 Medicine, Pediatric Health, Tribal Healthcare Policies, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	300 Marks / 180 Minutes	Advanced Pediatrics, Child Psychology, Tribal Welfare Administration, Constitutional Safeguards for STs, Public Health Management
Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical Examination	Qualifying / No Marks	Verification of original academic credentials, Caste certificates validation, Clinical registration checks, Comprehensive physical fitness assessment by a medical board
Stage 4: Personal Interview & Viva-Voce	100 Marks / 45 Minutes	Assessment of leadership qualities, Communication skills, Domain knowledge in tribal child development, Situational judgment, Problem-solving abilities

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for the Acharya Harihara Sishu Bhawan cadre under the NCST Authority is positioned at Level 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, corresponding to Group 'A' Gazetted status. The entry-level basic pay is established at Rs. 56,100. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) rate of 53%, the DA component amounts to Rs. 29,733. House Rent Allowance (HRA) varies by city classification: Class X (30%) receives Rs. 16,830, Class Y (20%) receives Rs. 11,220, and Class Z (10%) receives Rs. 5,610. Transport Allowance (TA) is set at Rs. 7,200 for higher TPTA cities and Rs. 3,600 for other cities, augmented by 53% DA on TA (yielding Rs. 11,016 or Rs. 5,508). Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary ranges from Rs. 96,951 to Rs. 1,13,679. After statutory deductions including National Pension System (NPS) at 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 8,583) and Professional Tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 87,000 to Rs. 1,03,000.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The recruitment process strictly adheres to the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines. It provides 5 years of age relaxation for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (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 central mandates. In line with promoting gender diversity, women candidates across all categories are fully exempted from paying the application fee, ensuring equitable access to public employment opportunities.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Acharya Harihara Sishu Bhawan

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the written examination?

The minimum qualifying marks are 50% for General/EWS, 45% for OBC, and 40% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates in each paper, subject to normalization across multiple shifts.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement for this post?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service surety bond of Rs. 2,00,000 to serve the organization for a minimum period of two years from the date of joining.

What is the duration of the probation period for the selected officers?

The selected candidates will be on a probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and clinical/administrative aptitude will be closely monitored before confirmation.

Will there be normalization of marks applied to the screening test?

Yes, multi-shift normalization based on the standard equipercentile method will be applied to ensure fairness if the Computer Based Screening Test is conducted in multiple sessions.

What are the primary posting locations for this cadre?

The primary posting will be at the Acharya Harihara Sishu Bhawan or associated tribal child development centers and regional offices of the NCST Authority across India.

Can candidates with a foreign medical degree apply for this recruitment?

Yes, provided they possess a valid registration certificate from the National Medical Commission (NMC) and have cleared the Foreign Medical Graduates Examination (FMGE).