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The Plant Genome Savior Farmer Reward Recognition

Official gazetted recruitment notification for The Plant Genome Savior Farmer Reward Recognition administered by NDL Authority (Delhi).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NDL Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2025-11-06 Posting Jurisdiction: Delhi

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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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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Additional Inspector NIT	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	20-07-2026
Additional Inspector	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-01-17
Additional Notice Dated Regarding Eligible Candidates	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	20-06-2026
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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 The Plant Genome Savior Farmer Reward Recognition?

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 2025-11-06. 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

Navigate to the official NDL Authority recruitment portal and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, a valid email address, and an active mobile number to generate login credentials.

Log in using OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying educational qualifications, research experience in plant genetics, and selecting preferred examination centers across India.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including academic transcripts, category certificates if applicable, a recent passport-sized photograph, and signature, strictly adhering to the specified file size and format guidelines.

Pay the application fee online using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to download and save the generated payment receipt for future reference during the selection process.

Download the generated admit card from the portal ten days prior to the examination, which contains the designated venue, date, shift timing, and mandatory instructions for candidates.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for The Plant Genome Savior Farmer Reward Recognition 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	General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, and Basic Agricultural Sciences with emphasis on plant biodiversity and genetic resources.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Paper	200 Marks / 180 Minutes	PPV&FR Act 2001, Plant Breeding, Agro-biodiversity Conservation, Farmers' Rights, Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) in Agriculture, and Genome Mapping methodologies.
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying	Verification of original academic credentials, caste certificates, experience claims, and a comprehensive medical fitness assessment conducted by an authorized medical board.
Stage 4: Personal Interview and Final Merit List	50 Marks	Evaluation of communication skills, domain knowledge, research aptitude, and practical understanding of community-led plant genome conservation initiatives in India.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for the Plant Genome Savior Farmer Reward Recognition administrative and scientific cadre under the NDL Authority is mapped to Level 10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of Rs. 56,100. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (Rs. 29,733), the compensation package is highly competitive. House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities is calculated at 30% (Rs. 16,830), while Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816), totaling Rs. 11,016. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 1,13,679. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% on Basic plus DA (Rs. 8,583) and standard Professional Tax/CGHS deductions, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at Rs. 1,04,179, establishing it as a premier central government scientific-administrative career.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) official guidelines, this recruitment enforces a strict statutory reservation policy. Age relaxations are granted to reserved categories: 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 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in line with central government directives promoting gender diversity, all women candidates, alongside SC, ST, and PwBD applicants, are fully exempted from paying the application fee.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — The Plant Genome Savior Farmer Rewa

What are the criteria used for determining the cutoff marks in the screening test?

Cutoff marks are determined based on the total number of vacancies, the difficulty level of the exam, and the category-wise distribution of candidates, ensuring a minimum qualifying threshold of 40% for General/EWS and 35% for reserved categories.

Will normalization be applied to the scores of the Computer Based Test?

Yes, a multi-shift normalization method based on standard percentile equivalence will be implemented if the screening test is conducted across multiple sessions to ensure absolute fairness.

Is there a service bond associated with this scientific-administrative post?

Candidates selected for this cadre must execute a service surety bond of Rs. 2,00,000 to serve the NDL Authority for a minimum period of three years from their date of joining.

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

Newly appointed officers will undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which they will receive specialized training in plant genome conservation laws and administrative procedures.

Can candidates with a degree in general biotechnology apply for this role?

Yes, candidates holding a Master's degree in Biotechnology, Agriculture, Botany, or Genetics from a recognized university are fully eligible, provided they meet the core credit requirements.

Where will the initial posting of the selected candidates be located?

Initial postings are primarily at the NDL Authority headquarters in New Delhi, with possibilities of subsequent transfers to regional field offices and germplasm conservation centers across India.