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Artisan Recruitment Final Cut Off Marks

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Artisan Recruitment Final Cut Off Marks administered by NHB Authority (Jharkhand).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NHB Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: Jharkhand

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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

Related Active Openings under NHB

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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 Mission Announcement of Opportunity	2026 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	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

Active Procurement Tenders by NHB

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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 Artisan Recruitment Final Cut Off Marks?

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 2026-09-30. 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 Authority recruitment portal, navigate to the active vacancies tab, and complete the One-Time Registration by entering personal, contact, and identity details to generate unique credentials.

Log in with the registered credentials to fill out the comprehensive application form, specifying educational qualifications, technical trade details, and selecting three preferred examination center locations.

Upload scanned copies of the candidate's recent passport-sized photograph, signature, trade certificates, and category documents, ensuring strict adherence to the prescribed file size and JPEG/PDF format guidelines.

Pay the requisite application fee through the integrated online payment gateway using credit cards, debit cards, net banking, or UPI, and download the generated transaction receipt.

Submit the finalized application form, print the system-generated confirmation page for future reference, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the CBT admit cards.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Artisan Recruitment Final Cut Off Marks 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 Test (CBT)	120 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness with special reference to the housing and infrastructure sector, Basic English Language
Stage 2: Trade/Skill Test	Qualifying Only, 60 Minutes	Practical trade-specific tasks, Equipment handling and maintenance, Industrial safety protocols, Technical troubleshooting and diagnostics
Stage 3: Document Verification	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of original academic transcripts, Validation of ITI/National Apprenticeship Certificates, Caste and category certificate scrutiny, No Objection Certificate (NOC) for serving employees
Stage 4: Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	General physical fitness standards, Visual acuity and color blindness test, Auditory assessment, Systemic medical evaluation as per NHB Authority guidelines

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Artisan cadre under the NHB Authority is positioned at Level 2 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, featuring an entry basic pay of Rs. 19,900 in the pay band of Rs. 19,900 to Rs. 63,200. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) currently calculated at 53% (amounting to Rs. 10,547), the compensation package is highly competitive. House Rent Allowance (HRA) is structured by city classification: Class X at 30% (Rs. 5,970), Class Y at 20% (Rs. 3,980), and Class Z at 10% (Rs. 1,990). Transport Allowance (TA) is set at Rs. 1,350 plus DA thereon, totaling Rs. 2,065. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary for a Class X city stands at approximately Rs. 38,482. After mandatory statutory deductions, including 10% towards the National Pension System (NPS) amounting to Rs. 3,045 and other minor insurance schemes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 35,000.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The NHB Authority strictly implements the reservation policies mandated by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. 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-NCL), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is reserved for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) subject to valid income and asset certificates. Furthermore, full application fee concessions are provided to women, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates to promote diversity and equal opportunity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Artisan Recruitment Final Cut Off M

What are the expected final cut-off marks for the Artisan post?

The final cut-off marks are determined out of 120 marks in the CBT. Historically, the cut-off ranges between 72% to 78% for the Unreserved category, and 65% to 70% for OBC/EWS categories, depending on the difficulty level of the paper.

Is there a normalization process applied to the CBT scores?

Yes, a standard multi-shift normalization method approved by the DoPT is applied to compile the final scores if the Computer Based Test is conducted across multiple sessions.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement for selected Artisans?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service surety bond of Rs. 1,00,000 to serve the NHB Authority for a minimum period of 3 years from the date of joining.

What is the duration of the probation period for newly recruited Artisans?

The newly recruited Artisans undergo a mandatory probation period of 2 years, during which their performance, conduct, and trade skills are closely monitored before confirmation.

Are the marks obtained in the Trade Test added to the final merit list?

No, the Trade Test is purely qualifying in nature. The final merit list is prepared solely based on the marks secured in the Stage 1 Computer Based Test, subject to qualifying the subsequent stages.

Where will the final posting locations be for selected candidates?

Selected candidates are liable to be posted at any of the NHB Authority's regional offices, project sites, or headquarters across India, with initial postings determined by administrative requirements.