Niepmd Opportunities For Persons With Disabilities Recruitment
Official recruitment notice issued by Niepmd for the post of Opportunities For Persons With Disabilities. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
M.Tech / M.E, B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), MBBS / Medical Degree, CA / ICWA / CS, MBA / PGDM, Post Graduate (Master's Degree), Graduate (Bachelor's Degree), Diploma / Technical Certificate. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
Personal Interview.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government Post / | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2024-09-04 |
| Government Post / | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2025-01-31 |
| Government Post / | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-08-30 |
| Government Post / | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 20-10-2024 |
| Procurement Scope | Est. Value | EMD Amount | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tender Notice - Niepmd (Tender: General Gover | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Niepmd (Tender: General Gover | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Niepmd (Tender: General Gover | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Niepmd (Tender: General Gover | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap
Visit the official NIEPMD recruitment portal, navigate to the active vacancies section, and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid personal credentials to generate a unique candidate ID.
Log in to the portal to fill out the comprehensive application form, detailing academic qualifications, professional rehabilitation experience, and mandatory Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) registration numbers.
Upload high-resolution scanned copies of essential documents, including educational certificates, RCI registration, valid category or PwBD certificates, passport-size photograph, and signature in the prescribed file formats.
Proceed to the integrated online payment gateway to pay the non-refundable application fee, ensuring that exempted categories such as women and PwBD candidates verify their fee waiver status.
Submit the finalized application form, download the generated confirmation page for future reference, and monitor the portal for the subsequent release of the written examination admit cards.
Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework
The candidate evaluation matrix for Niepmd Opportunities For Persons With Disabilities Recruitment 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 Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language Proficiency, General Awareness, and Basic Computer Operations. |
| Stage 2: Domain Specialization Test | 100 Marks, 90 Minutes | Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act 2016, National Trust Act, rehabilitation methodologies, special education practices, clinical psychology, and therapeutic interventions. |
| Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical Board Evaluation | Qualifying, 1 Day | Verification of original academic degrees, RCI registration validity, caste certificates, and assessment of benchmark disability by an authorized medical board. |
| Stage 4: Final Merit List Compilation | Based on Cumulative Written Scores | Application of statutory reservation quotas, tie-breaking rules based on age and academic seniority, and final allocation of posts. |
7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure
The recruitment at the National Institute for Empowerment of Persons with Multiple Disabilities (NIEPMD) offers positions across various 7th CPC Pay Matrix levels. For a representative Group B professional post at Level 7, the entry basic pay is set at INR 44,900. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% amounting to INR 23,797, and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities (like Chennai) at 30% amounting to INR 13,470, the financial package is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) of INR 3,600 plus DA on TA of INR 1,908 yields INR 5,508. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately INR 87,675. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (INR 6,870) and professional taxes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately INR 80,175, subject to future 8th CPC revisions.
Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines
In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines, NIEPMD strictly implements the statutory reservation policy of the Government of India. Age relaxations are granted up to 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates, and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in compliance with central mandates, all women candidates and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee, ensuring equal opportunity and encouraging diverse participation in the recruitment process.
Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Niepmd Opportunities For Persons Wi
The minimum qualifying marks are set at 40% for General/EWS candidates and 35% for reserved category candidates, though the final cutoffs depend on the vacancy-to-candidate ratio.
Yes, if the written examination is conducted across multiple shifts, a standard percentile-based normalization method is utilized to ensure equity among candidates.
There is no service bond required, but selected candidates must serve a mandatory probation period and are subject to standard central government service conditions.
Newly recruited officers and staff undergo a probation period of two years, which may be extended by the competent authority based on performance evaluations.
Yes, the domain-specific section includes questions on the RPwD Act 2016, National Trust Act, and various government schemes for empowerment.
The primary posting is at the NIEPMD Headquarters in Chennai, but candidates may be posted at its composite regional centres across India.