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Absorption of to the Post of Driver Lmv Grade Iii Orders Issued Memorandum

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Absorption of to the Post of Driver Lmv Grade Iii Orders Issued Memorandum administered by NIDJ Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NIDJ Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2025-09-04 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

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Absorption the Post of Dmm	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2022-12-01
Absorption to the Post of Driver Lmv Gr Iii from the Grade of Cleaner Multi	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Expression of Interest for Empanelment of National Level Monitors Nlms Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
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Expression of Interest TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Absorption of to the Post of Driver Lmv Grade Iii Orders Issued Memorandum?

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 2025-09-04. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NIDJ Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NIDJ recruitment portal, click on the New Registration link, and complete the One-Time Registration by providing basic personal, contact, and email details to generate login credentials.

Log in using the generated credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying educational qualifications, valid LMV driving license details, and prior driving experience as required.

Upload scanned high-resolution copies of the required documents, including the matriculation certificate, valid LMV driving license, experience certificates, and a recent passport-sized photograph in the prescribed format.

Remit the non-refundable application fee online through the integrated payment gateway using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the transaction receipt for verification.

Submit the finalized application form, download the generated confirmation page for future reference, and regularly check the portal for the release of the admit card and exam schedule.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Absorption of to the Post of Driver Lmv Grade Iii Orders Issued Memorandum 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	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Knowledge and Current Affairs, Basic Arithmetic and Numerical Ability, Traffic Rules, Road Safety, and Signages, Basic English and Regional Language Proficiency
Stage 2: Trade and Driving Skill Test	Qualifying Nature, 30 Minutes	LMV Driving and Maneuvering Skills, Parallel and Reverse Parking, Identification of Motor Vehicle Parts, Troubleshooting Minor Mechanical Faults
Stage 3: Document Verification	Verification, No Marks	Verification of Matriculation Certificate, Validation of LMV Driving License, Verification of Experience Certificates, Category and Caste Certificate Validation
Stage 4: Medical Examination	Qualifying Nature	Visual Acuity Test (6/6 vision with or without glasses), Color Blindness and Night Blindness Test, General Physical Fitness Assessment, Hearing and Reflex Auditing

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The post of Driver LMV Grade III at NIDJ Authority is positioned under Pay Level 2 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, featuring an entry basic pay of Rs. 19,900. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (amounting to Rs. 10,547), the compensation structure is highly competitive. House Rent Allowance (HRA) is calculated based on the classification of the posting city; for Class Z cities, it stands at 10% (Rs. 1,990). Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 1,350 plus DA on TA, totaling Rs. 2,066. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary accumulates to approximately Rs. 34,503. After statutory deductions including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% (Basic + DA) amounting to Rs. 3,045, and minor professional taxes or insurance, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 31,000.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment to the post of Driver LMV Grade III strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Age relaxation is granted to reserved categories: up to 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), and up to 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer). Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a relaxation of up to 10 years, subject to suitability for the driver cadre. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Additionally, women and exempted category candidates are granted application fee concessions.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Absorption of to the Post of Driver

What is the minimum age limit and relaxation for the Driver LMV Grade III post?

The minimum age limit is 18 years and the maximum is 27 years. Relaxations apply as per DoPT norms: 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates.

Is a heavy motor vehicle (HMV) driving license mandatory for this recruitment?

No, a valid Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) driving license is sufficient, though candidates must possess the minimum prescribed years of driving experience.

Will there be any normalization of marks for the written examination?

If the written examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard equipercentile normalization method will be applied to ensure fairness across sessions.

What is the probation period and is there a service bond required?

Selected candidates will undergo a mandatory probation period of two years. There is no service bond, but continuation is subject to satisfactory performance.

Where will the selected candidates be posted after final selection?

The primary posting will be at the NIDJ Authority headquarters, but selected candidates are liable to be posted at any regional office or field unit across India.

What is the syllabus and pattern for the Trade Test?

The Trade Test is practical and qualifying. It evaluates real-world LMV driving skills, knowledge of traffic regulations, parking precision, and basic vehicle maintenance.