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Adfdo to Dfdo Fishery Government of Assam

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Adfdo to Dfdo Fishery Government of Assam administered by NFC Authority (Haryana).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NFC Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-06-02 Posting Jurisdiction: Haryana

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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 Adfdo to Dfdo Fishery Government of Assam?

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 2026-06-02. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NFC Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

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

Log in with the generated credentials to fill out the detailed application form, ensuring accurate entry of academic qualifications, professional experience, and preferred examination center choices.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including the matriculation certificate for age proof, degree certificates in Fishery Science, passport-sized photograph, and signature, adhering to the specified file dimensions.

Remit the application fee online using integrated payment gateways via net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the system-generated e-receipt as proof of successful transaction.

Monitor the portal for the release of the admit card, download it using your registration number, and print a clear copy to present at the designated examination venue.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Adfdo to Dfdo Fishery Government of Assam 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: Written Screening Examination	200 Marks, 3 Hours	General Studies, Assam Geography and Economy, Current Affairs, Basic English and Quantitative Aptitude
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Paper	300 Marks, 3 Hours	Aquaculture and Fish Breeding, Inland Fisheries Management, Post-Harvest Technology, Fishery Extension and Legislation
Stage 3: Personal Interview and Viva-Voce	50 Marks, 45 Minutes	Administrative Leadership, Communication Skills, Problem-Solving Scenarios, Knowledge of State Fishery Schemes
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Fitness	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of Original Academic Credentials, Caste and Category Certificates, Physical Fitness Standards, Medical Board Clearance

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The District Fishery Development Officer (DFDO) post under the NFC Authority (Government of Assam) is positioned at Level 12 of the State Pay Matrix (equivalent to 7th CPC). The entry basic pay is Rs. 78,800. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% (Rs. 41,764), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Y cities at 18% (Rs. 14,184), and Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), the Gross Monthly Salary accumulates to approximately Rs. 1,40,256. After mandatory statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 12,056) and Professional Tax (Rs. 250), the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 1,27,950. This lucrative pay structure reflects the highly specialized administrative and technical responsibilities associated with managing district-level fishery development and aquaculture schemes in Assam.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The recruitment adheres strictly to the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) and Government of Assam reservation guidelines. 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/MOBC), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A vertical reservation of 10% is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Additionally, horizontal reservation for women candidates is implemented as per state rules, alongside complete application fee concessions for PwBD, SC, and ST candidates to ensure equitable access.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Adfdo to Dfdo Fishery Government of

What is the minimum educational qualification required for the DFDO post?

Candidates must possess a Bachelor of Fishery Science (B.F.Sc) degree from a recognized university, with preference given to those holding postgraduate degrees in Aquaculture or Fishery Extension.

Is there a service bond or probation period associated with this recruitment?

Yes, selected candidates must undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their performance and administrative conduct are closely monitored before confirmation.

How are the cut-off marks determined for the written examination?

Cut-off marks are calculated based on the total number of vacancies, the difficulty level of the papers, and the aggregate performance of candidates across different reservation categories.

Will there be any normalization of marks across multiple exam shifts?

If the screening exam is conducted in multiple sessions, a standard percentile-based normalization method will be applied to ensure fair evaluation across different difficulty levels.

What are the primary posting locations for the selected DFDO officers?

Selected officers will be posted as District Fishery Development Officers across various district headquarters within the state of Assam, subject to administrative requirements.

What is the detailed syllabus for the Cadre Domain Specialization paper?

The syllabus covers advanced topics in aquaculture, fish pathology, hatchery management, fishery economics, cooperative marketing, and the implementation of central and state fishery schemes.