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Associate Dean Kochi Campus

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Associate Dean Kochi Campus administered by NIEPVD Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NIEPVD Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900) 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	Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900)	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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Extending Date for the TENDER Vrtclrm 11 2019 Dated	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 Associate Dean Kochi Campus?

The sanctioned remuneration is Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900) 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 NIEPVD Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NIEPVD recruitment portal, navigate to the Associate Dean vacancy link, and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing primary personal, academic, and contact details.

Log in using the generated OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying academic qualifications, administrative experience, and preference for the Kochi campus.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including educational certificates, proof of age, experience certificates, and category certificates in the prescribed PDF format, along with a recent photograph.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online through the integrated payment gateway 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 check the portal for the release of the admit card and interview call letter.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Associate Dean Kochi Campus 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: Screening of Applications	Shortlisting based on API score	Evaluation of academic record, research publications, and administrative experience as per UGC and NIEPVD norms.
Stage 2: Domain Presentation	100 Marks / 30 Minutes	Presentation on institutional vision, administrative strategies for Kochi campus, and development of disability rehabilitation programs.
Stage 3: Personal Interview	100 Marks / 45 Minutes	Assessment of leadership qualities, knowledge of national disability policies, RPwD Act 2016, financial rules, and administrative acumen.
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying	Verification of original academic, experience, and category certificates, followed by a standard medical fitness examination by a medical board.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Associate Dean Kochi Campus under the NIEPVD Authority is positioned at Level 12 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of Rs. 78,800. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (amounting to Rs. 41,764), the compensation is highly competitive. Kochi is classified as a Class Y city for House Rent Allowance (HRA), yielding 20% of the basic pay (Rs. 15,760). The Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 3,600 plus DA (Rs. 1,908), totaling Rs. 5,508. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary accumulates to approximately Rs. 1,41,832. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 12,056) and professional taxes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 1,28,832, subject to future 8th CPC revisions.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The recruitment strictly adheres to the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines of the Government of India. Age relaxations are provided to reserved categories: 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 reservation of 10% is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). In compliance with central mandates, women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are exempted from paying the application fee, ensuring equitable access and promoting diversity in administrative leadership roles.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Associate Dean Kochi Campus

What are the criteria used for shortlisting candidates for the interview?

Candidates are shortlisted based on their Academic Performance Indicator (API) score, relevant administrative experience in disability rehabilitation, and research publications.

Is there a normalization process applied to the screening scores?

No, since the selection relies on academic screening and direct interviews rather than a multi-shift written exam, normalization is not applicable.

Is there a service bond required for the Associate Dean position?

No service bond is mandated, but selected candidates must serve the designated probation period before confirmation.

What is the probation period for this administrative post?

The selected candidate will be on a probation period of two years, which may be extended at the discretion of the competent authority.

What is the primary focus of the interview syllabus?

The interview focuses on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act 2016, administrative and financial rules of the Central Government, and institutional management.

Can the Associate Dean be transferred out of the Kochi Campus?

While the primary posting is at the Kochi Campus, the position carries liability for transfer to the NIEPVD headquarters in Dehradun or any of its regional centers.