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Acsir Clri Ph D Advt January 2018 Session

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Acsir Clri Ph D Advt January 2018 Session administered by NIEPA Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NIEPA 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
Acsir Ph D Programme	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
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Advertisment the Posts of Medical Officer in Vcsg Uuhf	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Expression of Interest Eoi for Supply Installation Integration and Commiss Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Expressions of Interest Eoi Ncfe Financial Literacy and Inclusion Survey 2 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Expressions of Interest Eoi Print and Digital Media Services for Ncfe Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Feb 19 2016 Dept of Zollogy TENDER for Purchase of Chemicals	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 Acsir Clri Ph D Advt January 2018 Session?

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.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NIEPA Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Navigate to the official NIEPA recruitment portal, complete the One Time Registration (OTR) by entering basic personal details, and generate a unique candidate login ID and password.

Log in to fill out the comprehensive academic profile, research experience, and select the preferred PhD specialization stream or research department for the January 2018 session.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including matriculation certificate, post-graduation degree, NET/JRF certificates, caste category certificates, and a passport-sized photograph in the prescribed JPEG/PDF format.

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

Submit the finalized application form, download the generated confirmation page for future reference, and regularly check the portal for the release of the written test admit cards.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Acsir Clri Ph D Advt January 2018 Session 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 Screening Test	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	Research Methodology, Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, Data Interpretation, Basic Statistics
Stage 2: Domain Knowledge Assessment	100 Marks, 180 Minutes	Educational Planning, Policy Analysis, Development Economics, Sociology of Education, Institutional Management
Stage 3: Research Proposal Presentation	50 Marks, 30 Minutes	Research Design, Literature Review, Methodological Framework, Expected Policy Contributions, Defense of Proposal
Stage 4: Document Verification and Final Interview	50 Marks, 20 Minutes	Academic Credential Validation, NOC from Employer, Medical Fitness Review, Personality and Research Aptitude Evaluation

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The position under the NIEPA Authority for the PhD and Research Associate cadre corresponds to Level 10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, featuring an Entry Basic Pay of Rs. 56,100. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (Rs. 29,733), the compensation is highly competitive. House Rent Allowance (HRA) is calculated based on city classification: Class X (27% or Rs. 15,147), Class Y (18% or Rs. 10,098), and Class Z (9% or Rs. 5,049). Transport Allowance (TA) is set at Rs. 7,200 plus DA for Class X cities, totaling Rs. 11,016. The Gross Monthly Salary in a Class X city accumulates to approximately Rs. 1,12,000. After mandatory statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 8,583) and Professional Tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 98,000, ensuring robust financial security.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the statutory directives issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India, NIEPA strictly implements vertical and horizontal reservation policies. Relaxations in the upper age limit 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 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in line with central guidelines, women candidates and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from the payment of application fees to promote gender diversity and inclusivity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Acsir Clri Ph D Advt January 2018 S

What is the minimum eligibility criteria for the NIEPA PhD January 2018 Session?

Candidates must possess a Master's degree in Social Sciences, Education, or allied disciplines with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD) along with a valid UGC-NET/JRF qualification.

Is there a service bond or commitment period associated with this PhD program?

There is no financial service bond, but selected candidates receiving fellowships must sign an undertaking to complete the program, failing which they must refund the fellowship amount.

What is the probation or coursework period for the selected PhD scholars?

Scholars must undergo a mandatory one-year pre-PhD coursework phase, during which they must maintain a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) to proceed to thesis registration.

How is the written test score normalized for final merit preparation?

If the exam is conducted in multiple sessions, a standard percentile-based normalization method is applied to ensure equity across different difficulty levels of question papers.

Where will the final posting or research work be located?

The primary place of research and academic engagement will be at the NIEPA campus in New Delhi, with opportunities for field-based research across various states.

Are there any relaxations in the qualifying marks for the written screening test?

Yes, a relaxation of 5% in the qualifying marks of the written screening test is provided to candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC (NCL), and PwBD categories.