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Additional List of Eligible Candidates the Post of Nursing

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Additional List of Eligible Candidates the Post of Nursing administered by NFRA Authority (Kerala).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NFRA Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-06-30 Posting Jurisdiction: Kerala

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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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Establishment Installation of Agarbatti Manufacturing Unit Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Establishment Installation of Cement Jali Windows and Allied Products Manuf Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Expression of Interest Eoi for Hiring of Hostel Accommodation 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 List of Eligible Candidates the Post of Nursing?

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 2026-06-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NFRA Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NFRA recruitment portal and initiate the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, a valid email address, and a mobile number to generate unique login credentials.

Log in using the OTR credentials, select the Nursing recruitment link, and fill out the detailed application form specifying educational qualifications, council registrations, and prior clinical experience.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including matriculation certificate, nursing degree or diploma, state nursing council registration, and recent passport-sized photograph in the prescribed JPEG or PDF format.

Remit the non-refundable application fee online via integrated payment gateways using net banking, credit or debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to download the generated payment receipt.

Submit the finalized application form, download the system-generated confirmation page for future reference, and await the release of the e-admit card on the portal prior to the exam.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Additional List of Eligible Candidates the Post of Nursing 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 and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness and Current Affairs, Basic English Language Comprehension
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Test	100 Marks / 90 Minutes	Anatomy and Physiology, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Obstetrics and Gynecological Nursing, Pediatric and Psychiatric Nursing
Stage 3: Document Verification and Biometric Matching	Qualifying / No Marks	Verification of Original Academic Certificates, Indian Nursing Council Registration Check, Identity and Category Certificate Validation, Biometric and Signature Reconciliation
Stage 4: Medical Examination	Qualifying / No Marks	Physical Fitness Assessment, Visual Acuity and Color Blindness Tests, General Clinical and Systemic Evaluation, Adherence to Central Civil Services Medical Standards

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Nursing Officer cadre under the NFRA Authority is positioned at Level 7 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. The entry-level basic pay is established at Rs. 44,900. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (amounting to Rs. 23,797), the compensation package is highly competitive. House Rent Allowance (HRA) is calculated based on city classification: Class X (30% or Rs. 13,470), Class Y (20% or Rs. 8,980), and Class Z (10% or Rs. 4,490). Transport Allowance (TA) for Class X cities is Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), totaling Rs. 5,508. Additionally, Nursing Allowance of Rs. 7,200 per month is admissible. The gross monthly salary in a Class X city accumulates to approximately Rs. 94,875. After statutory deductions of 10% towards the National Pension System (NPS) (Rs. 6,870) and professional taxes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 85,000.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, statutory reservations are strictly implemented for this recruitment. 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 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, all women candidates, as well as candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwBD categories, are fully exempted from paying the application fee.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Additional List of Eligible Candida

How are the qualifying cutoffs determined for the Nursing post?

Cutoffs are determined based on vacancy ratios, candidate volume, and exam difficulty, with minimum qualifying marks set at 40% for UR/EWS and 35% for reserved categories.

Is there a normalization process for multi-shift exams?

Yes, the multi-shift exam scores are normalized using the standard equipercentile method formulated by DoPT to ensure equity across different difficulty levels.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement?

No service bond is required, but selected candidates must execute a standard undertaking to serve the organization for at least the probation period.

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

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

Is the syllabus aligned with the Indian Nursing Council?

Yes, the technical domain syllabus is strictly aligned with the B.Sc. Nursing and GNM curriculum prescribed by the Indian Nursing Council.

Where will the selected candidates be posted?

Selected candidates will be posted at the headquarters or regional offices of the NFRA Authority, or designated medical centers across India.