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Astha Children Home

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Astha Children Home administered by NILD Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NILD 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
Administrative Officer Dated	1 Openings	₹56,100 per month (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Administrative Officer Will Be	1 Openings	Level-3 (₹21,700 - ₹69,100)	2026-07-20
Administrative Officer	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Asstt Manager Vig	1 Openings	Level-13 (₹1,23,100 - ₹2,15,900)	2022-07-25

Active Procurement Tenders by NILD

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Expression of Interest Eoi for Leasing of Production Blocks at the Factory Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Expression of Interest Eoi for Printing and Supply of Student Personal File Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Expression of Interest Eoi for Selection of Participating Exhibitors at Nat Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia Ethiopian Communications Tender	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 Astha Children Home?

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 NILD Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Candidates must visit the official NILD recruitment portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, a valid email address, and an active mobile number to generate login credentials.

Log in using the OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying educational qualifications, work experience, and selecting the preferred exam center for the Astha Children Home recruitment.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificates, degree certificates, category certificates, a recent passport-sized photograph, and signature, strictly adhering to the prescribed file size and format guidelines.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to download and save the transaction receipt as proof of successful payment completion.

Submit the application form, download the confirmation page, and regularly check the NILD portal for the release of the admit card, which must be printed for exam center entry.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Astha Children Home 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 Written Test	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, General Awareness, and Basic Computer Literacy.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	100 Marks, 90 Minutes	Child Psychology, Juvenile Justice Act, Rehabilitation of Locomotor Disabilities, Social Work Methodologies, and Child Rights Legislation.
Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of original academic credentials, caste certificates, disability certificates, and physical fitness assessment by NILD Medical Board.
Stage 4: Final Merit List	Cumulative Weightage	Final compilation of scores from Stage 1 and Stage 2, application of reservation rosters, and generation of the final appointment list.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for the Astha Children Home under the NILD Authority is positioned at Pay Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. The entry basic pay for this cadre is established at Rs. 35,400 per month. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) currently calculated at 53% (amounting to Rs. 18,762), the salary receives a substantial boost. House Rent Allowance (HRA) is categorized by city classification; for Class Y cities (such as Kolkata, where NILD is headquartered), HRA is set at 20% (Rs. 7,080). Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), totaling Rs. 5,508. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 66,750. After mandatory statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 5,416) and professional taxes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at Rs. 60,750.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums (OMs), this recruitment strictly implements statutory reservation policies. Age relaxations are granted up to 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year age relaxation. A 10% vertical reservation is reserved for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) as per standard central government guidelines. Furthermore, in line with welfare directives, women candidates and candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwBD categories are fully exempted from paying the application fee.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Astha Children Home

What are the minimum qualifying cutoff marks for the written examination?

The minimum qualifying cutoff marks are 40% for General/EWS candidates and 35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates, though actual cutoffs depend on vacancy ratios and overall performance.

Will there be a normalization of marks across different exam shifts?

Yes, if the examination is conducted in multiple shifts, NILD will apply the standard multi-shift equipercentile normalization method to ensure fair and equitable evaluation across all sessions.

Is there a service bond or indemnity agreement required upon joining?

No service bond is mandated, but selected candidates must sign an undertaking to serve the institution for a minimum period of one year from the date of joining.

What is the duration of the probation period for the selected candidates?

Selected candidates will undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and suitability for the role will be continuously evaluated by the authority.

Does the syllabus include questions on child rights and disability legislation?

Yes, the domain-specific section heavily features questions on the Juvenile Justice Act, Child Rights, and the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016.

Where will the selected candidates be posted after the final selection?

The primary posting will be at the Astha Children Home under the NILD Authority in Kolkata, with potential field postings or transfers to regional centers as required.