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Adityal1 Second Cycle Ao

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Adityal1 Second Cycle Ao administered by NHB Authority (Jammu and Kashmir).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NHB Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: Jammu and Kashmir

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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. 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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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
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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 Second Cycle Ao?

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

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

Log in with OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, ensuring educational qualifications, work experience, and category details are entered accurately as per official certificates.

Upload scanned copies of the candidate's recent passport-sized photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and hand-written declaration in the prescribed formats and file sizes specified in the official guidelines.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online using debit/credit cards, internet banking, or UPI, and download the system-generated payment e-receipt along with the finalized application form for future reference.

Monitor the portal for the release of the admit card, which must be downloaded and printed, containing the allocated exam center, date, time, and mandatory instructions for the examination.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Adityal1 Second Cycle Ao 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, Reasoning Ability, English Language, General Awareness with special reference to the financial and housing sector
Stage 2: Domain Specialization & Descriptive Test	250 Marks, 180 Minutes	Financial Management, Housing Sector Policies, Risk Management, Descriptive English (Essay, Précis, and Business Letter Writing)
Stage 3: Personal Interview	50 Marks, 30 Minutes	Communication Skills, Leadership Qualities, Knowledge of NHB Operations, Current Economic Affairs, Situational Judgment
Stage 4: Document Verification & Medical Examination	Qualifying Stage	Verification of Original Academic Certificates, Category Certificates, Identity Proofs, Standard Medical Fitness Standards as per NHB norms

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Administrative Officer (AO) post for the Aditya-L1 Second Cycle under the NHB Authority is positioned at Level 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. The entry-level basic pay is established at Rs. 56,100 per month. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) rate of 53%, the DA amounts to Rs. 29,733. House Rent Allowance (HRA) is categorized by city class, yielding Rs. 16,830 for Class X (30%), Rs. 11,220 for Class Y (20%), and Rs. 5,610 for Class Z (10%). Transport Allowance (TA) is set at Rs. 7,200 plus DA (Rs. 3,816), totaling Rs. 11,016 for higher-tier cities. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary for a Class X city reaches approximately Rs. 1,13,679. After mandatory deductions including National Pension System (NPS) contribution of Rs. 8,583 (10% of Basic + DA) and professional taxes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is Rs. 1,03,500.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, the recruitment enforces a strict statutory reservation policy. Upper age limit relaxations are granted to reserved categories: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A vertical quota of 10% is reserved for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) subject to income and asset certificate verification. Additionally, full application fee concessions are provided to SC, ST, PwBD, and women candidates to promote inclusive participation.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Adityal1 Second Cycle Ao

How are the category-wise cutoffs determined for the Aditya-L1 Second Cycle AO exam?

Cutoffs are determined dynamically based on the total number of vacancies, the difficulty level of the exam papers, and the overall performance distribution of candidates in each category.

Will there be a score normalization process applied to the multi-shift examinations?

Yes, a standard equipercentile normalization method approved by DoPT is utilized to adjust for any minor variations in difficulty levels across different exam shifts.

Is there a mandatory service bond or minimum service agreement for selected candidates?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service indemnity bond of Rs. 2,00,000 to serve the NHB Authority for a minimum period of 3 years from their joining date.

What is the duration and nature of the probation period for the Administrative Officer?

The selected Administrative Officers will undergo a probation period of 2 years, which includes structured classroom training and on-the-job evaluations before final confirmation.

Does the syllabus for the domain specialization paper align with professional accounting standards?

The syllabus is aligned with standard financial management, corporate governance, and housing finance regulations, rather than pure advanced accounting or chartered accountancy standards.

Where will the selected Administrative Officers be posted after successful completion of training?

Initial postings are generally at the NHB Head Office in New Delhi, but officers are liable to be transferred to any regional or representative offices across India.