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Avpa Recruitment Rules

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Avpa Recruitment Rules administered by NIA Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NIA Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 18,000 - 19,900 (Level-1) 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. 18,000 - 19,900 (Level-1)	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 Nidj	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
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

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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 Avpa Recruitment Rules?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 18,000 - 19,900 (Level-1) 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 NIA Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NIA recruitment portal, complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic demographic details, and generate a unique login ID and password for security.

Log in to fill out the detailed application form, specifying educational qualifications, experience, and preferred exam centers, ensuring all entries align with matriculation certificates.

Upload scanned copies of the candidate's recent passport-sized photograph, signature, and category certificates in the prescribed JPEG/PDF format and specified file size limits.

Remit the application fee online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI, and download the system-generated fee receipt as proof of successful transaction.

Download the admit card from the portal upon release, verify the designated examination center, date, and shift timings, and print a clear copy for entry.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Avpa Recruitment Rules 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	General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness and Current Affairs, English Language and Comprehension
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Paper	100 Marks, 90 Minutes	NIA Act 2008 and Amendments, Criminal Law and Procedure, Information Technology Act, National Security and Counter-Terrorism Frameworks
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of Original Academic Credentials, Caste and Category Certificate Validation, Physical Fitness and Medical Standards Assessment
Stage 4: Final Merit List	Based on Cumulative Score of Stage 1 and Stage 2	Aggregate Performance Evaluation, Tie-Breaking Criteria Application, Allocation of Postings based on Merit-cum-Preference

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Assistant (AVPA) cadre in the National Investigation Agency (NIA) is positioned at Pay Level 7 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of Rs. 44,900. With Dearness Allowance (DA) currently at 53% (Rs. 23,797), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% (Rs. 13,470), the compensation is highly competitive. Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), totaling Rs. 5,508. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary amounts to approximately Rs. 87,675. After mandatory statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% (Basic + DA) amounting to Rs. 6,870, and CGHS/CGEGIS subscriptions, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 79,500. This structure will be further optimized upon the implementation of the 8th CPC recommendations.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment to the AVPA cadre strictly adheres to the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines. Age relaxations are granted to reserved categories: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is reserved for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) subject to income and asset certificate verification. Furthermore, in compliance with central mandates, women candidates are exempted from paying the application fee, and relaxation in physical standards is provided where applicable to ensure equitable representation.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Avpa Recruitment Rules

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the AVPA CBT?

The minimum qualifying cutoff is 40% for General/EWS, 35% for OBC, and 33% for SC/ST candidates, though actual merit cutoffs are typically higher.

Is there a normalization process applied to the exam scores?

Yes, multi-shift exam scores are normalized using the standard equipercentile or formula-based method approved by DoPT to ensure equity across shifts.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement for this post?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service bond to serve the NIA for a minimum period of three years or refund three months' salary.

What is the probation period for the AVPA cadre?

The selected candidates will undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, which includes specialized institutional and field training.

Where will the selected candidates be posted?

Initial postings are generally at the NIA Headquarters in New Delhi, with subsequent transfer liability to any of the NIA branch offices across India.

Can candidates from non-law backgrounds apply for the AVPA post?

Yes, candidates with a bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university are eligible, though a background in law or criminology is advantageous.