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Ncst of Office Superintendent Recruitment

Official recruitment notice issued by Ncst for the post of Office Superintendent. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.

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National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST)
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Portal: ncst.nic.in

Key Recruitment Specifications

Total Vacancies
1 Posts
Pay Scale / Salary
Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)
Age Criteria
18 to 30 Years
Application Deadline
2026-09-30

Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation

URTotal
11
Crucial Recruitment Schedule
Application Deadline2026-09-30

Essential Educational Qualification

Graduate / As specified in official notice. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.

Selection Methodology

1. Computer Based Written Test (CBT), 2. Skill Test / Interview (Where Applicable), 3. Document Verification & Medical Fitness Test.

Frequently Asked Questions

The last date for submitting online applications is 2026-09-30. Candidates are advised to complete registration before the cutoff date to avoid portal traffic.
The remuneration is structured as Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4). Selected candidates are also eligible for Central/State Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and statutory pension contributions.
Applicants must possess Graduate / As specified in official notice. Candidates must ensure certificates and degrees are issued prior to the application cutoff.
The selection methodology involves: 1. Computer Based Written Test (CBT), 2. Skill Test / Interview (Where Applicable), 3. Document Verification & Medical Fitness Test.
Related Openings under Ncst
Cadre DesignationVacanciesPay LevelDeadline
Mts 5 Rs. 18,000 - 19,900 2026-09-30
Os1 1 Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 2026-09-30
Os1 1 Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 2026-09-30
Government Post / 1 Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 2026-09-30

Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

1

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

2

Log in with OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying educational qualifications, work experience in administration, and selecting preferred examination centers across India.

3

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificate, degree certificates, category certificates (if applicable), passport-size photograph, and signature in the prescribed JPEG/PDF formats and sizes.

4

Pay the application fee online via integrated payment gateways using Net Banking, Credit/Debit Cards, or UPI, ensuring to download the generated fee receipt for future reference.

5

Monitor the portal for the release of the e-Admit Card, downloading it at least one week prior to the exam date after verifying all printed details for accuracy.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Ncst of Office Superintendent Recruitment is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam PaperWeightage & DurationCore Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Written Examination (Paper I) 200 Marks, 120 Minutes General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness with focus on Indian Constitution, English Language and Comprehension
Stage 2: Descriptive Test (Paper II) 100 Marks, 120 Minutes Office Procedure and Drafting, Noting and Drafting Skills, Précis Writing, Essay on Socio-Economic Issues of Scheduled Tribes
Stage 3: Document Verification Qualifying, No Marks Verification of Original Academic Certificates, Caste/Category Certificate Validation, No Objection Certificate (NOC) for Serving Employees, Identity Proof Verification
Stage 4: Medical Examination & Final Merit Qualifying, Final Selection General Physical Fitness Assessment, Visual and Auditory Acuity Tests, Laboratory Investigations, Final Merit Compilation based on Paper I and Paper II scores

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Office Superintendent cadre at the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) is classified as a Group 'B' Non-Gazetted post, mapped to Pay Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. The entry-level basic pay is established at Rs. 35,400. Factoring in the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% (Rs. 18,762), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities like New Delhi at 30% (Rs. 10,620), and Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 3,600 plus DA thereon (totaling Rs. 5,508), the Gross Monthly Salary amounts to approximately Rs. 70,290. Deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) comprising 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 5,416), along with CGHS and CGEGIS contributions, total roughly Rs. 6,000. This yields an estimated net in-hand monthly salary of Rs. 64,290, making it a highly lucrative and stable career in the central government sector.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment to the post of Office Superintendent in NCST strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Age relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is reserved for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in line with central government welfare policies, women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Ncst of Office Superintendent Recru

What is the minimum educational qualification and experience required for the NCST Office Superintendent post?

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university and typically require a minimum of two to three years of experience in administrative, establishment, or accounts work in a government department or autonomous body.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement for selected candidates?

There is no mandatory service bond for the Office Superintendent post, but selected candidates must serve a standard probation period of two years as per DoPT norms.

How is the final merit list calculated for the Office Superintendent recruitment?

The final merit list is compiled based on the aggregate marks obtained in Paper I (Objective) and Paper II (Descriptive), subject to qualifying the Document Verification and Medical Examination.

What are the primary posting locations for an Office Superintendent recruited by NCST?

Selected candidates are primarily posted at the NCST Headquarters in New Delhi or any of its six Regional Offices located in Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Jaipur, Raipur, Ranchi, and Shillong.

Will there be normalization of marks across different shifts of the examination?

Yes, if the written examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard equipercentile or formula-based normalization method approved by the conducting authority will be applied to ensure equity.

What is the duration of the probation period, and what does it entail?

The probation period is two years, during which officers undergo training on Central Secretariat Manual of Office Procedure (CSMOP), FR-SR, and GFR rules, followed by a performance review before confirmation.