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Apart Draft Tor District Accounts Manager Under Apart

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Apart Draft Tor District Accounts Manager Under Apart administered by NCST Authority (Lakshadweep).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NCST Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-05-13 Posting Jurisdiction: Lakshadweep

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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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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Apart Draft Tor District Accounts Manager Under Apart?

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 2026-05-13. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NCST Authority?

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Visit the official NCST recruitment portal, click on the APART District Accounts Manager link, and complete the One-Time Registration by providing your basic personal and contact details.

Log in using the generated OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying your educational qualifications, accounting experience, and preferred exam center locations.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including passport-sized photograph, signature, matriculation certificate, degree certificates, and category certificates, strictly adhering to the specified file size and format.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the system-generated fee receipt as proof of transaction.

Submit the final application form, download the confirmation page, and regularly check the portal for the release of the admit card prior to the scheduled examination.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Apart Draft Tor District Accounts Manager Under Apart 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	Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, General English, General Awareness and Current Affairs
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Test	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	Double Entry Bookkeeping, Government Financial Rules (GFR 2017), Public Financial Management System (PFMS), GST and Income Tax Compliance, Audit and Cost Accounting
Stage 3: Document Verification and Computer Proficiency	Qualifying, 60 Minutes	Verification of Original Credentials, Tally ERP/Prime Practical Test, Advanced MS Excel and Financial Modeling
Stage 4: Personal Interview and Merit List	50 Marks, 30 Minutes	Managerial and Leadership Skills, Problem-Solving Scenarios, Communication Skills, Project Accounting Case Studies

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The District Accounts Manager under the APART project of the NCST Authority is positioned at Level 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. The entry basic pay for this cadre is set at INR 56,100. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53%, amounting to INR 29,733, and House Rent Allowance (HRA) calculated for Class Y cities at 20% (INR 11,220), the salary structure is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) of INR 3,600 plus DA on TA (INR 1,908) is provided, bringing the gross monthly salary to approximately INR 1,02,561. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (INR 8,583) and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately INR 93,000, which will be further aligned with upcoming 8th CPC recommendations.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The recruitment strictly adheres to the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums regarding reservation policies. Age relaxation is granted up to 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A vertical quota of 10% is reserved for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). In accordance with central government directives, women candidates and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee, ensuring equal opportunity and diverse representation in the public sector workforce.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Apart Draft Tor District Accounts M

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff criteria for the written examination?

The minimum qualifying cutoff marks are 40% for General/EWS candidates, 35% for OBC, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates in each individual paper.

Will normalization be applied to the exam scores?

Yes, if the Computer Based Test is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard equipercentile normalization method will be applied to compile the final merit list.

Is there a service bond associated with this post?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service bond to serve the organization for a minimum period of two years, or pay a penalty of INR 1,00,000.

What is the probation period for the District Accounts Manager?

The selected candidates will undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their performance and conduct will be closely evaluated.

What is the core syllabus for the domain-specific paper?

The core syllabus includes Advanced Financial Accounting, Government Budgeting, GFR 2017, PFMS operations, internal audit procedures, and direct/indirect taxation.

Where will the selected candidates be posted?

Selected candidates will be posted as District Accounts Managers across various district headquarters under the APART project jurisdiction.