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Absent Candidates

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Absent Candidates on administered by NID Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NID Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) 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. 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

Related Active Openings under NID

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
About Us	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Absent List of Executive Assistant 2018	1 Openings	₹28,000 per month (Level-4)	2026-08-14
Admission Notification	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Admissions Brochure Spring 2024	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2022-01-10

Active Procurement Tenders by NID

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Expression of Interest Eoi for Entrepreneurship Programme for Rural Poultry Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Expression of Interest Eoi for Upgradation of Existing Rajasthan State Data Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Expression of Interest Eoi for Vendor Registration and Enlistment Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Feb 04 2016 Dept of Chemistry TENDER for Procurement	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 Absent Candidates on?

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 NID Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NID 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 using the generated credentials to fill out the detailed application form, ensuring all educational qualifications, work experience, and category details are entered accurately as per official records.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including a recent passport-sized photograph, signature, matriculation certificate for age proof, and category certificates, strictly adhering to the specified file size and format.

Proceed to the secure online payment gateway to pay the requisite application fee using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and save the transaction 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 exam schedule for the absent candidates' session.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Absent Candidates on 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	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, General English, General Awareness, Basic Computer Literacy
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Test	100 Marks, 180 Minutes	NID Act and Statutes, Central Civil Services (CCS) Rules, Office Procedure, Financial Management, Design Administration
Stage 3: Document Verification and Biometric Matching	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of Original Academic Certificates, Category Validity Check, No Objection Certificate (NOC) for Serving Employees, Biometric and Identity Reconciliation
Stage 4: Medical Examination and Final Merit List	Qualifying, Final Selection	Standard Medical Fitness Assessment, Visual Acuity Test, Physical Fitness Certification by Authorized Medical Board

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment under the NID Authority for the designated posts (including the special drive for absent candidates) is positioned at Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. The entry-level basic pay is established at Rs. 35,400 per month. Factoring in the current Dearness Allowance (DA) rate of 53% (amounting to Rs. 18,762), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% (Rs. 10,620), and Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (totaling Rs. 5,508), the estimated Gross Monthly Salary is approximately Rs. 70,290. After statutory deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) at 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 5,416) and professional tax, the net in-hand monthly salary is estimated to be around Rs. 64,000. This structure will be updated upon the implementation of the 8th CPC recommendations.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, the NID Authority strictly implements the statutory reservation policy of the Government of India. Age 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 vertical quota of 10% is reserved for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Additionally, women candidates and PwBD applicants are exempted from paying the application fee, ensuring equal opportunity and broad-based participation.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Absent Candidates on

What is the provision for candidates who were absent in the initial exam phase?

This special drive or re-examination window is specifically organized by the NID Authority to accommodate absent candidates who missed the initial exam due to valid, pre-approved technical or administrative reasons.

Will there be normalization of marks across different shifts of the exam?

Yes, if the examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard multi-shift normalization formula approved by the DoPT will be applied to ensure equity among candidates.

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

There is no mandatory financial service bond, but selected candidates must serve a mandatory probation period before being confirmed into permanent service.

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

The selected candidates will be on probation for a period of two years, during which their performance and conduct will be evaluated before final confirmation.

Where will the final posting of the selected candidates be located?

Selected candidates can be posted at any of the NID campuses across India, including Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Bengaluru, Kurukshetra, Vijayawada, Jorhat, or Bhopal, based on administrative requirements.

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff mark for the screening test?

The minimum qualifying marks are 40% for General/EWS candidates, 35% for OBC-NCL, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates, though actual cutoffs depend on vacancy ratios.