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Administrative Positions Nidj

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Administrative Positions Nidj administered by NIA Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NIA Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) 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)	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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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Administrative Positions	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Administrative Superintendent	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Available	1 Openings	Rs. 18,000 - 19,900 (Level-1)	2026-09-30
Avpa Recruitment Rules Pdf	1 Openings	Rs. 18,000 - 19,900 (Level-1)	2026-09-30

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Expression of Interest Eoi for Agent Assisted Service Delivery of Umang Serv Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Expression of Interest Eoi for Setting Up of Advanced Skill Training Institu Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Expression of Interest Eoi for Web Based Erp Software for Iiit a Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Fabrication Drawing 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 Administrative Positions Nidj?

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.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

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

Log in to fill the comprehensive application form, specifying educational qualifications, post-qualification administrative experience, and selecting preferred examination centers as per the official notification.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including matriculation certificate, degree certificates, experience letters, category certificates, and passport-size photograph with signature in the prescribed JPEG/PDF formats.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online via integrated payment gateway using Net Banking, Credit/Debit Cards, or UPI, and download the generated fee receipt for records.

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the e-Admit Card prior to the scheduled examination date.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Administrative Positions Nidj 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 Examination (Paper I)	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General English and Comprehension, General Awareness and Current Affairs
Stage 2: Domain Knowledge & Skill Test (Paper II)	100 Marks, 90 Minutes	Central Secretariat Manual of Office Procedure, FR & SR, CCS (Conduct) Rules, CCS (CCA) Rules, GFR 2017, Computer Proficiency Test (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Stage 3: Document Verification	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of Original Academic Credentials, Experience Certificates, Caste/Category Validity, No Objection Certificate (NOC) from Current Employer
Stage 4: Medical Examination & Final Merit List	Qualifying, Final Selection	Standard Medical Fitness Assessment by Authorized Civil Surgeon, Character and Antecedents Verification, Preparation of Final Merit List based on Paper I and Paper II scores

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Administrative positions at National Institute of Design, Jorhat (NIDJ) are aligned with the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, typically spanning Level 6 (Entry Basic Pay of INR 35,400) to Level 10 (Entry Basic Pay of INR 56,100). For a Level 6 Assistant/Superintendent post, the entry basic pay is INR 35,400. With Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% (INR 18,762), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Y city (Jorhat) at 20% (INR 7,080), and Transport Allowance (TA) of INR 3,600 plus DA on TA (INR 1,908), the Gross Monthly Salary amounts to approximately INR 66,750. After statutory deductions including National Pension System (NPS) contribution (10% of Basic + DA, totaling INR 5,416) and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately INR 60,500. This competitive compensation package is further augmented by medical reimbursement, LTC, and children's education allowance as per Central Government rules.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment to administrative positions at NID Jorhat strictly adheres to the statutory reservation policies mandated by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Vertical reservation is provided with a 10% quota for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), 15% for Scheduled Castes (SC), 7.5% for Scheduled Tribes (ST), and 27% for Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL). Upper age limit relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Additionally, full application fee concessions are provided to SC, ST, PwBD, and women candidates to promote gender diversity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Administrative Positions Nidj

What is the probation period for administrative positions at NID Jorhat?

Selected candidates will undergo a standard probation period of two years, which may be extended at the discretion of the competent authority based on performance evaluation.

Is there any negative marking in the written examination?

Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer in the multiple-choice question paper of Stage 1.

Will there be any normalization of marks across different shifts?

If the examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard equipercentile normalization method will be applied to ensure parity among candidates.

Is there a service bond required to be signed upon joining?

No service bond is required, but candidates must serve the mandatory probation period and give proper notice as per rules if they choose to resign.

What are the primary posting locations for these administrative roles?

The primary posting location is the National Institute of Design, Jorhat, Assam, but employees are liable to be transferred to other NID campuses across India if required.

Can final year students apply for these administrative positions?

No, candidates must possess the requisite educational qualification and prescribed post-qualification experience as of the crucial closing date for applications.