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Academic Non Academic Vacancies Fddi Chennai

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Academic Non Academic Vacancies Fddi Chennai administered by NIFT Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NIFT 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

Related Active Openings under NIFT

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Academic Assistant Human Resource Management	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Academic Non Academic Vacancies Fddi Hyderabad	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Advertisment the Post of Site Engg Architect	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Advertisment the Post of Site Engineers Civil Assistant	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by NIFT

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Fan Blade Forging GEM TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Fddi Hyd 226895 Cafeteria RFP 2025 26 012026	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Feb 20 2018 Central Libraray TENDER for Integrated Project	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Feb 21 2015 Dept of Aihcanda Re TENDER for Split Ac Closing	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 Academic Non Academic Vacancies Fddi Chennai?

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 NIFT Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NIFT recruitment portal to complete the One-Time Registration by entering your primary personal details, email address, and mobile number to generate unique login credentials.

Upload high-resolution scanned copies of your educational certificates, professional experience letters, caste validity certificates, signature, and a recent passport-sized photograph in the designated JPEG and PDF formats.

Fill out the comprehensive online application form, specifying your preferred cadre, academic specializations, work history, and selecting three preferred examination centers across the designated regional zones.

Pay the non-refundable application fee through the integrated secure payment gateway using Net Banking, Credit/Debit Cards, or UPI, and download the generated transaction confirmation slip.

Download the digitally generated admit card from the portal ten days prior to the scheduled examination date, ensuring all printed personal details and venue instructions are correct.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Academic Non Academic Vacancies Fddi Chennai 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	General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation, English Language Comprehension, General Awareness and Current Affairs
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Written Exam	100 Marks, 180 Minutes	Fashion and Leather Technology Concepts, Footwear Design and Material Science, Retail Management and Merchandising, Central Government Administrative and Financial Rules (FR/SR, GFR 2017)
Stage 3: Presentation and Personal Interview	100 Marks, 30 Minutes	Pedagogical Skills and Teaching Methodology, Domain Knowledge and Research Aptitude, Communication and Leadership Capabilities, Problem-Solving and Case Study Analysis
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying Stage	Verification of Original Academic and Experience Credentials, Caste and Category Certificate Validation, Medical Fitness Assessment by Authorized Civil Surgeon, Character and Antecedents Verification

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for Academic and Non-Academic vacancies at FDDI Chennai under the NIFT Authority offers remuneration aligned with the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. For Academic posts like Assistant Professor (Level 10), the entry basic pay is Rs. 57,700. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% (Rs. 30,581), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Chennai (Class X city) at 30% (Rs. 17,310), and Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816), the Gross Monthly Salary amounts to approximately Rs. 1,16,407. For Non-Academic posts like Assistant Manager (Level 6), the entry basic pay is Rs. 35,400, resulting in a gross salary of approximately Rs. 78,000. Deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) at 10% of Basic plus DA, along with Professional Tax and insurance, total roughly Rs. 8,828 for Level 10, yielding an estimated net in-hand monthly salary of Rs. 1,07,579.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines, vertical reservations are strictly implemented with 15% for SC, 7.5% for ST, 27% for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and 10% for EWS. Age relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for PwBD candidates are applicable. Women candidates and PwBD are exempted from application fees as per central government norms. Horizontal reservation for Ex-Servicemen and PwBD is applied across categories. Valid, current-financial-year certificates must be produced during document verification to claim these statutory benefits.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Academic Non Academic Vacancies Fdd

What are the minimum qualifying cut-off marks for the written examination?

The minimum qualifying cut-off marks are 50% for General/EWS candidates, 45% for OBC candidates, and 40% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates in each individual paper.

Will there be normalization of scores across different exam shifts?

Yes, a standard multi-shift equipercentile normalization method will be applied if the computer-based test is conducted in multiple sessions to ensure equity.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement for selected candidates?

Selected candidates must execute a service bond to serve the organization for a minimum period of two years from the date of joining, failing which they must pay a penalty.

What is the duration of the probation period for academic and non-academic posts?

The selected candidates will be placed on a probation period of two years, which may be extended by the competent authority based on performance evaluations.

Are the syllabus topics different for academic and administrative non-academic posts?

Yes, Stage 1 is common for all, but Stage 2 focuses on design, fashion, and footwear technology for academic posts, and administrative rules and finance for non-academic posts.

Can candidates be posted outside Chennai after selection?

While the initial vacancies are for FDDI Chennai, all posts carry an all-India transfer liability, meaning candidates can be transferred to any NIFT/FDDI campus across India.