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Adityal1 Mission Announcement of Opportunity

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Adityal1 Mission Announcement of Opportunity administered by NHB Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NHB Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 2026 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	2026 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	2026 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	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
Adityal1 First Ao Cycle	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Adityal1 Second Cycle Ao	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Art Centre	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Artisan Recruitment Final Cut Off Marks	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Etender for Supply Installation and Commissioning of Neuro Feedback and Eeg	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Etender for Supply of Dietary Items Vide TENDER Lgb Naz 1364 D	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Etender for Supply of Psychotropic Medicine to Lgbrimh Tezpur TENDER Lgb	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Expression of Interest Eoi Hiring of Human Resources 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 Adityal1 Mission Announcement of Opportunity?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) 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 2026-09-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NHB Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Candidates must visit the official NHB recruitment portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by entering basic personal details, generating a unique registration ID, and securing login credentials.

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

Upload high-resolution scanned copies of the candidate's photograph, signature, category certificates, and educational transcripts in the prescribed PDF and JPEG formats as per official guidelines.

Remit the non-refundable application fee online via integrated payment gateways using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and save the generated transaction receipt.

Submit the application, download the confirmation page, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the e-admit card, which is mandatory for exam entry.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Adityal1 Mission Announcement of Opportunity 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 (CBST)	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Aptitude, Quantitative Ability, Logical Reasoning, English Comprehension, and Basic Space Sciences
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization (Written/Descriptive)	200 Marks, 180 Minutes	Solar Physics, Space Instrumentation, Data Analysis, Orbital Mechanics, and Mission Planning
Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of academic credentials, caste certificates, and medical fitness standards
Stage 4: Personal Interview & Final Merit List	100 Marks, 45 Minutes	Technical defense of research proposal, leadership skills, domain expertise, and communication

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The selected candidates for the Aditya-L1 Mission Announcement of Opportunity under the NHB Authority will be placed in Level 10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of Rs. 56,100. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) recently revised to 53% (amounting to Rs. 29,733), the compensation structure is highly competitive. House Rent Allowance (HRA) is calculated based on city classification: Class X (30% or Rs. 16,830), Class Y (20% or Rs. 11,220), and Class Z (10% or Rs. 5,610). Transport Allowance (TA) for Class X cities is set at Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816), totaling Rs. 11,016. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary in a Class X city reaches approximately Rs. 1,13,679. After mandatory deductions, including 10% towards the National Pension System (NPS) amounting to Rs. 8,583 and professional taxes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at Rs. 1,03,679.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines, this recruitment enforces a strict reservation policy. Relaxations in the upper age limit are granted to SC/ST candidates by 5 years, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) by 3 years, and PwBD candidates by up to 10 years. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) under valid income certificates. Furthermore, women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee, promoting gender diversity and equal opportunity across all selection stages.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Adityal1 Mission Announcement of Op

What are the minimum qualifying cutoff marks for each stage?

The minimum qualifying cutoff marks are 40% for General/EWS candidates and 35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates in each individual paper.

Is there a normalization formula applied to the multi-shift screening test?

Yes, standard equipercentile normalization is applied to equalize difficulty levels across multiple exam sessions.

Is there a service bond required upon joining the Aditya-L1 Mission?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service bond of Rs. 2,00,000 to serve the organization for a minimum period of three years.

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

The selected officers will undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, which includes structured institutional training.

Can the syllabus be modified after the release of the notification?

No, the syllabus remains fixed as per the official notification, though minor sub-topic clarifications may be issued via addenda.

Where will the primary posting locations be for selected officers?

Primary postings will be at the NHB headquarters and associated space research centers in Bengaluru, Sriharikota, and New Delhi.