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Addl Charge Arrangment to the Post of Inspector General

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Addl Charge Arrangment to the Post of Inspector General administered by NFSM Authority (Haryana).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NFSM Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-07-22 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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Establishment Installation of Footwear Manufacturing Unit Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Establishment Installation of Soap 038 Detergent Manufacturing Unit Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Etender for Construction Footpath from Earlier Opd Building to Main Hospita	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
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 Arrangment to the Post of Inspector General?

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 2026-07-22. 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 by entering your basic personal details, valid mobile number, and email address to generate unique login credentials.

Log in to complete the detailed profile, uploading scanned copies of your signature, passport-sized photograph, and mandatory educational certificates in the prescribed PDF and JPEG formats as specified.

Select the specific advertisement for the Inspector General post, fill out the professional experience section detailing your administrative tenure, and upload the requisite No Objection Certificate from your parent cadre.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to pay the non-refundable application fee using net banking, credit card, or UPI, and download the generated transaction receipt for future reference.

After successful verification of the submitted application, download the digitally generated admit card or interview call letter from the portal once the official notification is released by the authority.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Addl Charge Arrangment to the Post of Inspector General 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	200 Marks, 120 Minutes	Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, General Intelligence, National Security Frameworks, Food Security Legislation, and Current Administrative Affairs.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Paper	300 Marks, 180 Minutes	National Food Security Act (NFSA) provisions, Public Distribution System reforms, agricultural economics, supply chain management, and financial administration rules.
Stage 3: Personal Interview and Board Evaluation	100 Marks, 45 Minutes	Leadership competencies, crisis management, policy implementation strategies, communication skills, and situational judgment regarding national food security challenges.
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of original academic credentials, service records, APARs of the last five years, vigilance clearance, and comprehensive physical fitness standards.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The post of Inspector General under the NFSM Authority is positioned at Level 14 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (Super Time Scale), transitioning smoothly into the proposed 8th CPC framework. The entry basic pay is established at Rs. 1,44,200 per month. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) currently calculated at 53% (amounting to Rs. 76,426), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% (Rs. 43,260), the allowances are substantial. Transport Allowance (TA) is fixed at Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816), totaling Rs. 11,016. This culminates in a Gross Monthly Salary of approximately Rs. 2,74,902. After mandatory statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% on Basic plus DA (Rs. 22,063) and professional taxes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 2,51,000, ensuring a highly competitive executive compensation package.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, this recruitment enforces a strict statutory reservation policy. Age relaxations are granted up to 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, women candidates are completely exempted from the application fee to promote gender diversity in senior administrative cadres.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Addl Charge Arrangment to the Post

What is the maximum age limit for applying to the Inspector General post?

The maximum age limit for direct recruitment is 56 years on the closing date of application, particularly for candidates applying through deputation or additional charge arrangements.

Is there a service bond associated with this high-level administrative appointment?

No, there is no service bond, but selected officers must serve a minimum tenure of three years under the additional charge or deputation arrangement unless recalled by their parent cadre.

How is the normalization of marks executed for the screening test?

If the screening test is conducted across multiple shifts, the standard equipercentile normalization method approved by DoPT is utilized to ensure parity among candidates.

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

Candidates appointed through direct recruitment undergo a probation period of one year, whereas those on deputation or additional charge are governed by standard parent-cadre terms.

What are the primary posting locations for the selected Inspector General?

The primary posting is at the NFSM Authority Headquarters in New Delhi, with occasional requirements for nationwide travel to regional offices for monitoring and evaluation.

Can officers from State Civil Services apply for this central government post?

Yes, officers from State Civil Services holding analogous posts in Level 13 or 14 with requisite experience in food security and agriculture administration are eligible to apply.