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Aapda Mitra Please Click the Given

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Aapda Mitra Please Click the Given administered by NICF Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NICF Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2025-04-28 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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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Aapda Mitra Please Click the Given?

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 2025-04-28. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NICF Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

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

Log in with the generated credentials to fill out the detailed application form, ensuring all educational qualifications, work experience, and communication addresses are accurately entered as per matriculation certificates.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including a recent passport-sized photograph, signature, caste certificate, and educational marksheets, strictly adhering to the specified file size and format guidelines.

Proceed to the secure online payment gateway to pay the requisite application fee using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the generated fee receipt for future reference.

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the admit card and subsequent examination schedule notifications.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Aapda Mitra Please Click the Given 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 Written Examination	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, Basic English/Hindi Language Proficiency
Stage 2: Disaster Management & Domain Specialization	100 Marks, 90 Minutes	Disaster Risk Reduction, First Aid and Trauma Care, Search and Rescue Techniques, Community Mobilization, NICF Guidelines
Stage 3: Physical Endurance & Skill Test	Qualifying Only, No Marks	Physical Fitness Run, Obstacle Clearance, Emergency Equipment Handling, Basic Communication Drill
Stage 4: Document Verification & Medical Examination	Qualifying, Final Merit List	Verification of Original Academic Credentials, Caste and Category Certificates, Standard Medical Fitness Standards for Field Duty

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Aapda Mitra cadre under the NICF Authority is aligned to Level 3 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with an entry-level basic pay of INR 21,700 per month. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (INR 11,501), the salary structure is highly competitive. House Rent Allowance (HRA) is categorized by city classes: Class X at 30% (INR 6,510), Class Y at 20% (INR 4,340), and Class Z at 10% (INR 2,170). Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at INR 3,600 plus DA for higher TPTA cities, totaling INR 5,508. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary for a Class X city stands at approximately INR 45,219. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (INR 3,320) and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately INR 41,500, offering robust financial stability.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The NICF Authority strictly implements the statutory reservation policies mandated by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Age relaxations are granted to reserved categories: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer), and up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are exempted from paying the application fee, ensuring equitable access and promoting diversity across all administrative and field cadres.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Aapda Mitra Please Click the Given

What is the minimum educational qualification required for the Aapda Mitra post?

Candidates must have completed at least a Higher Secondary (10+2) education or its equivalent from a recognized board, along with basic physical fitness certification.

Is there a service bond or minimum service commitment for selected candidates?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service bond of two years, committing to serve the authority, or refund a specified training cost if they resign early.

How is the final merit list compiled and is normalization applied?

The final merit list is based on the Computer Based Test scores. Multi-shift exam scores are normalized using the standard DoPT-approved equipercentile formula.

What is the probation period for the Aapda Mitra cadre under NICF?

Newly recruited personnel undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, which includes specialized institutional and field-level disaster response training.

Where will the selected candidates be posted after training?

Postings are distributed across regional centers and disaster-prone zones managed by the NICF Authority, with initial preferences considered during counseling.

Is there a negative marking scheme in the written examination?

Yes, a negative marking of 0.25 marks is applicable for every incorrect answer in both Stage 1 and Stage 2 of the written examination.