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Addendum Postponement of Virtual Interview

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Addendum Postponement of Virtual Interview administered by NIMI Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NIMI Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900) Cutoff Date: 2026-08-11 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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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Addendum Reopening of	1 Openings	Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900)	2023-12-19
Addendum Revised Detailed	1 Openings	Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900)	2026-08-11
Aligarh Muslim University	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-06-30
All Hod Mc Advt	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-06-30

Active Procurement Tenders by NIMI

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
First Statutes for NIT S Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Five Year Procurement Plan	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Fixed Expansion Bearings TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
GEM Bid for 5 Part Automated Hematology Analyser Vide Bid 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 Addendum Postponement of Virtual Interview?

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 2026-08-11. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NIMI Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Visit the official NIMI recruitment portal, click on the active registration link, and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal, contact, and academic details.

Log in using the generated credentials to fill out the detailed application form, selecting the specific post and entering comprehensive educational and professional experience details.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including educational certificates, experience letters, caste certificates (if applicable), and a recent passport-sized photograph and signature in the specified formats.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online through the integrated payment gateway using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the payment receipt.

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page for future reference, and monitor the portal for the rescheduled virtual interview call letter and instructions.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Addendum Postponement of Virtual Interview 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: Profile Screening & Shortlisting	Qualifying / No Exam	Academic qualification evaluation, Relevance of professional experience, Instructional design background, Technical certifications alignment
Stage 2: Rescheduled Virtual Interview	100 Marks / 45 Minutes	Vocational training methodologies, National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF), Digital content creation and e-learning, Domain-specific technical expertise
Stage 3: Document Verification	Qualifying / No Marks	Verification of original academic degrees, Experience certificate validation, Category and caste certificate scrutiny, Identity and biometric verification
Stage 4: Final Merit List & Medical Fitness	Cumulative Evaluation	Interview score aggregation, Standard medical fitness clearance, Character and antecedent verification, Final appointment order issuance

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment under the NIMI Authority, an autonomous body under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, aligns with the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) guidelines, specifically at Pay Matrix Level 10. The entry-level basic pay for this cadre is established at INR 56,100. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) rate of 53%, amounting to INR 29,733, and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% (INR 16,830), the compensation is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) of INR 7,200 plus DA on TA of INR 3,816 brings the total TA to INR 11,016. The gross monthly salary is calculated at approximately INR 1,13,679. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (INR 8,583) and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately INR 1,04,000, offering a robust financial package.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, NIMI strictly implements the statutory reservation policy of the Government of India. Age relaxations are granted to reserved categories, including 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is reserved for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in line with central guidelines, women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are exempted from paying the application fee, ensuring equal opportunity and promoting diversity in the public sector recruitment process.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Addendum Postponement of Virtual In

Why was the virtual interview postponed, and when will it be rescheduled?

The virtual interview was postponed due to unavoidable administrative reasons. The revised schedule, along with fresh virtual meeting links, will be updated on the NIMI portal and communicated to shortlisted candidates via email.

Will there be a normalization of marks for different interview panels?

Yes, if multiple interview panels are constituted to evaluate candidates, standard statistical normalization procedures will be applied to ensure parity and fairness across all panels.

Is there a service bond or minimum commitment period for this NIMI post?

Yes, selected candidates are required to execute a service agreement bond to serve the NIMI Authority for a minimum period of one year from the date of joining.

What is the probation period for this position under NIMI?

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

What is the core syllabus and focus area for the virtual interview?

The interview focuses on vocational education, NIMI's instructional material development, digital content creation, NSQF guidelines, and domain-specific technical expertise.

Where will the final posting location be for the selected candidates?

The primary posting will be at the NIMI Headquarters in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. However, candidates may be posted anywhere in India based on organizational requirements.