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Nimhr of Administrative Officer Recruitment

Official recruitment notice issued by Nimhr for the post of Administrative Officer. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.

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Key Recruitment Specifications

Total Vacancies
1 Posts
Pay Scale / Salary
Level-11 (Rs. 67,700 - Rs. 2,08,700)
Age Criteria
18 to 35 Years
Application Deadline
2026-02-13

Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation

URTotal
11
Crucial Recruitment Schedule
Online Registration Starts2026-08-14
Application Deadline2026-02-13

Essential Educational Qualification

B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), 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 -> Merit List.

Frequently Asked Questions

The last date for submitting online applications is 2026-02-13. Candidates are advised to complete registration before the cutoff date to avoid portal traffic.
The remuneration is structured as Level-11 (Rs. 67,700 - Rs. 2,08,700). Selected candidates are also eligible for Central/State Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and statutory pension contributions.
Applicants must possess B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), Post Graduate (Master's Degree), Graduate (Bachelor's Degree), Diploma / Technical Certificate. Candidates must ensure certificates and degrees are issued prior to the application cutoff.
The selection methodology involves: Personal Interview -> Merit List.
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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

1

Visit the official NIMHR recruitment portal, navigate to the active vacancies section, and complete the One-Time Registration by entering your basic personal details and contact information.

2

Log in with your newly generated credentials to meticulously fill out the online application form, detailing your academic qualifications and relevant administrative experience.

3

Upload high-resolution scanned copies of your educational certificates, experience letters, caste certificates, and a recent passport-sized photograph alongside your signature in the specified formats.

4

Proceed to the integrated secure payment gateway to pay the non-refundable application fee using Net Banking, Credit/Debit Cards, or UPI, and save the transaction receipt.

5

Submit the completed application form, download and print the generated confirmation page for future reference, and regularly check the portal for admit card release updates.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Nimhr of Administrative Officer Recruitment is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam PaperWeightage & DurationCore Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Written Examination (MCQ) 100 Marks, 120 Minutes General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language Proficiency, General Awareness, and Current Affairs.
Stage 2: Domain Knowledge Test 100 Marks, 180 Minutes CCS (Conduct) Rules, CCS (CCA) Rules, Fundamental Rules and Supplementary Rules (FRSR), General Financial Rules (GFR 2017), Office Procedure, and Establishment Matters.
Stage 3: Personal Interview 100 Marks Assessment of leadership qualities, administrative capability, communication skills, problem-solving aptitude, and situational judgment for Group A administrative roles.
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination Qualifying Verification of original academic degrees, experience certificates, caste/category certificates, and a comprehensive medical fitness assessment by a designated medical board.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Administrative Officer at the National Institute of Mental Health Rehabilitation (NIMHR) is a Group 'A' post classified under Level 10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. The entry basic pay is set at Rs. 56,100. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% amounting to Rs. 29,733, and House Rent Allowance (HRA) calculated at Class Y rates (18% of basic pay, which is Rs. 10,098), the salary is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908) totaling Rs. 5,508 is provided. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 1,01,439. After mandatory statutory deductions, including 10% towards the National Pension System (NPS) amounting to Rs. 8,583, and standard professional tax and CGHS contributions, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 91,500, subject to future 8th CPC revisions.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

NIMHR strictly implements the reservation policies mandated by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Age relaxation is provided to reserved categories, allowing 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year relaxation, which is cumulative with their respective category limits. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) based on standard income and asset criteria. Furthermore, in accordance with central guidelines, women candidates and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Nimhr of Administrative Officer Rec

What are the minimum qualifying cutoff marks for the NIMHR Administrative Officer exam?

The minimum qualifying marks are set at 45% for General/EWS candidates and 40% for OBC/SC/ST/PwBD candidates in each paper, though final selection depends on the merit-based cutoffs.

Is there a normalization process applied to the written exam scores?

If the examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard percentile-based normalization method is applied; otherwise, raw scores are utilized for single-shift exams.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement for this post?

No, there is no mandatory service bond required for the Administrative Officer post, but selected candidates must complete the prescribed probation period.

What is the duration of the probation period for the Administrative Officer?

In accordance with Central Government norms, the selected candidate will be placed on a probation period of two years, which may be extended based on performance.

Does the written exam syllabus focus more on general aptitude or administrative rules?

The syllabus is highly specialized, with approximately 70% weightage allocated to administrative rules, GFR 2017, and office procedures, and 30% to general aptitude.

Where will the selected Administrative Officer be posted?

The primary posting is at the National Institute of Mental Health Rehabilitation (NIMHR) in Sehore, Madhya Pradesh, although the post carries an all-India transfer liability.