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Additional Notice Dated Regarding Eligible Candidates

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Additional Notice Dated Regarding Eligible Candidates administered by NDL Authority (Gujarat).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NDL Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 20-06-2026 Posting Jurisdiction: Gujarat

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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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Active Procurement Tenders by NDL

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Equal Opportunity Cell Eoc Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Equal Opportunity Cell Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Equal Opportunity Policy Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Expression of Interest Eoi Regarding Outsourcing Work 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 Additional Notice Dated Regarding Eligible Candidates?

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 20-06-2026. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NDL Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NDL Authority recruitment portal to initiate the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing a valid email address, active mobile number, and basic demographic details.

Complete the detailed profile by entering academic credentials, professional experience, and generating a unique registration ID and password for subsequent logins to the recruitment dashboard.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including matriculation certificate, degree transcripts, caste certificate (if applicable), and passport-sized photograph conforming to the specified pixel and file size limits.

Remit the non-refundable application fee through the integrated secure payment gateway using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the generated transaction receipt.

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page for future reference, and await the release of the e-Admit Card on the portal prior to the examination.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Additional Notice Dated Regarding Eligible Candidates 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 Test (CBT)	200 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language and Comprehension, General Awareness and Current Affairs
Stage 2: Domain Specific Written Examination	100 Marks, 90 Minutes	Subject-Specific Cadre Specialization, Administrative Rules and Procedures, Technical/Scientific Methodologies, Analytical Case Studies
Stage 3: Document Verification and Biometric Matching	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of Original Academic Certificates, Caste and Category Validity Check, No Objection Certificate (NOC) for Serving Employees, Biometric and Identity Authentication
Stage 4: Medical Examination and Final Merit List	Qualifying, Final Selection	Standard Medical Fitness Standards, Visual and Auditory Acuity Tests, Preparation of Final Merit List based on CBT and Domain Marks, Allotment of Postings

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The post under the NDL Authority falls under Pay Level 7 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with an entry Basic Pay of Rs. 44,900. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) calculated at 53% (Rs. 23,797), the House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% (Rs. 13,470), and Transport Allowance (TA) set at Rs. 3,600 + DA (Rs. 5,508), the Gross Monthly Salary reaches approximately Rs. 87,675. For Class Y and Z cities, the HRA adjusts to 20% and 10% respectively, lowering the gross. Deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) (10% of Basic + DA = Rs. 6,870) and Professional Tax/CGHS (approx. Rs. 1,000) result in an estimated Net In-Hand Salary of Rs. 79,805 per month for Class X postings, making it a highly lucrative Central Government career option.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, the NDL Authority strictly implements the statutory reservation policy of the Government of India. Upper age limit 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 up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in line with gender empowerment directives, women candidates across all categories are fully exempted from paying the application fee.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Additional Notice Dated Regarding E

What is the policy on normalization of marks for multi-shift examinations?

If the Computer Based Test is conducted in multiple shifts, the NDL Authority will employ the standard equipercentile normalization method to ensure parity across different difficulty levels of question papers.

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

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service indemnity bond to serve the NDL Authority for a minimum period of two years, failing which they must refund three months' salary.

What is the duration of the probation period for this cadre?

The newly recruited officers will be placed on a probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and adaptability to administrative procedures will be closely monitored.

Will there be any negative marking in the Computer Based Test?

Yes, a negative marking of 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer in the objective-type Computer Based Test, while unattempted questions will receive zero marks.

What are the primary posting locations for the selected candidates?

The primary postings are at the NDL Authority headquarters in New Delhi, but selected candidates are liable to be transferred to any regional centers across India under organizational requirements.

How can candidates raise objections against the provisional answer key?

Candidates can challenge the provisional answer key through the online portal within three days of its release by paying a non-refundable fee of Rs. 100 per challenged question.