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Addl Charge Arrangement to the Post of Director of Fisheries

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Addl Charge Arrangement to the Post of Director of Fisheries administered by NFSM Authority (Maharashtra).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NFSM Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 20-04-2026 Posting Jurisdiction: Maharashtra

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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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Expression of Interest Eoi for Selection of Participating 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 Addl Charge Arrangement to the Post of Director of Fisheries?

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 20-04-2026. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NFSM Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

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

Log in using OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying academic qualifications, past administrative experience in fisheries, and current cadre clearance details.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including matriculation certificate, degree transcripts, NOC from the parent department, APARs of the last five years, and vigilance clearance certificates.

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

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page for future reference, and monitor the portal for the release of the official admit card and interview call letter.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Addl Charge Arrangement to the Post of Director of Fisheries 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 Test (CBT)	200 Marks / 120 Minutes	General Administration & Financial Rules, Fisheries Development Policies in India, National Food Security Mission Guidelines, Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Paper	300 Marks / 180 Minutes	Aquaculture Engineering and Technology, Marine and Inland Fisheries Management, Post-Harvest Technology and Value Addition, Blue Economy and Sustainable Development Goals
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying / No Marks	Verification of Original Academic and Experience Certificates, No Objection Certificate (NOC) and APAR Dossier Validation, Physical Fitness and Medical Standards Assessment
Stage 4: Personal Interview and Viva-Voce	100 Marks / 45 Minutes	Leadership and Administrative Competency, Policy Formulation and Strategic Vision, Problem Solving in Crisis Management, Communication and Interpersonal Skills

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The post of Director of Fisheries under the NFSM Authority, filled via Additional Charge Arrangement or Deputation, corresponds to Level 14 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. The entry basic pay is established at Rs. 1,44,200 per month. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (Rs. 76,426), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% (Rs. 43,260), the compensation is highly lucrative. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816) brings the total TA to Rs. 11,016. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary amounts to approximately Rs. 2,74,902. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 22,063) and CGHS/GIS deductions, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 2,50,000, preparing the ground for transition to the upcoming 8th CPC recommendations.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums (OMs), statutory reservations and age relaxations are strictly enforced for this recruitment. Candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) receive an upper age relaxation of 5 years, while Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL) candidates receive 3 years. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are entitled to a 10-year relaxation. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in line with gender-inclusive policies, women candidates are exempted from paying the application fee across all categories.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Addl Charge Arrangement to the Post

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the written screening test?

The minimum qualifying cutoff marks are set at 45% for General/EWS candidates, 40% for OBC candidates, and 35% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates, subject to normalization procedures if conducted in multiple shifts.

Is there a service bond or minimum tenure associated with this additional charge arrangement?

Yes, selected officers must execute a service undertaking to serve for a minimum tenure of two years or until a regular appointment is made, whichever is earlier, with no option for early repatriation.

How does the normalization process work for multi-shift examinations?

The authority utilizes the multi-shift percentile-based equivalence method recommended by DoPT to normalize raw scores, ensuring fair evaluation across varying difficulty levels of different question paper sets.

What is the probation period for the Director of Fisheries post?

Since this is an additional charge arrangement or deputation-based posting, there is no standard probation period; however, performance is reviewed annually through APAR evaluations.

Where will the primary posting location be for this role?

The primary posting location is at the NFSM Authority Headquarters in New Delhi, with mandatory field visits to regional fisheries research stations and coastal development zones across India.

Can candidates from state government cadres apply for this central post?

Yes, officers holding analogous posts in State Fisheries Departments, Central Government, or Union Territories on a regular basis are highly eligible to apply through proper channel with cadre clearance.