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All Hod Mc Advt

Official gazetted recruitment notification for All Hod Mc Advt administered by NIMI Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NIMI Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-06-30 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. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	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 NIMI

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Addendum Postponement of Virtual Interview	1 Openings	Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900)	2026-08-11
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

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 All Hod Mc Advt?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) 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 2026-06-30. 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

Access the official NIMI recruitment portal, click on the active advertisement link for HOD and Media positions, and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid personal credentials.

Log in with generated credentials to fill out the comprehensive application form, detailing academic qualifications, professional media or instructional design experience, and specific cadre preferences.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including matriculation certificates, degree transcripts, experience letters, caste certificates, and passport-sized photographs in the prescribed PDF and JPEG formats.

Remit the non-refundable application fee online via integrated payment gateways using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the generated payment confirmation receipt.

Submit the finalized application form, download the generated confirmation page for future reference, and monitor the portal for the release of the CBT admit cards.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for All Hod Mc Advt 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, General Awareness and Current Affairs, English Language and Communication Skills
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	Instructional Design and Media Development, Vocational Training Methodologies, Curriculum Development and Assessment, Digital Learning Technologies and LMS
Stage 3: Document Verification and Interview	50 Marks, 30 Minutes	Verification of Original Academic and Experience Credentials, Technical Presentation on Media Strategy, Leadership and Administrative Competency Assessment
Stage 4: Medical Examination and Final Merit List	Qualifying, No Marks	Standard Medical Fitness Assessment, Visual and Auditory Acuity Tests, Final Merit Compilation based on Stage 2 and Stage 3 Scores

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for Head of Department (HOD) and Media Consultant posts under the NIMI Authority is positioned at Level 11 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. The entry-level basic pay is established at Rs. 67,700 per month. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) rate of 53%, the DA component amounts to Rs. 35,881. House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities is calculated at 30% of basic pay, yielding Rs. 20,310. Transport Allowance (TA) is set at Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816), totaling Rs. 11,016. This results in an estimated Gross Monthly Salary of Rs. 1,34,907. Deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) at 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 10,358) along with professional tax and health insurance schemes bring the estimated net in-hand monthly salary to approximately Rs. 1,18,000, subject to the chosen city classification.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment under the NIMI Authority strictly adheres to the statutory reservation policies mandated by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Upper age limit relaxations are granted as follows: 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 quota of 10% is reserved for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) in line with central guidelines. Furthermore, women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are eligible for complete application fee concessions to promote inclusivity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — All Hod Mc Advt

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the CBT screening test?

The minimum qualifying cutoff is 40% for General/EWS, 35% for OBC-NCL, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates, though actual shortlisting depends on merit ratios.

Will normalization be applied to the examination scores?

Yes, if the Computer Based Test is conducted in multiple shifts, the standard equipercentile normalization method approved by DoPT will be utilized to equalize difficulty levels.

Is there a service bond or minimum commitment period for the HOD post?

There is no mandatory service bond, but selected candidates must sign an undertaking to serve for a minimum of two years from the date of joining.

What is the duration of the probation period for newly recruited officers?

Newly appointed HODs and Media Consultants will undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their performance and conduct are closely evaluated.

Where will the primary posting locations be for these cadres?

The primary postings are at the NIMI Headquarters in Chennai, with possibilities of regional postings or deputations to MSDE offices across major Indian metropolitan cities.

Can candidates apply for multiple posts advertised under the same notification?

Yes, candidates can apply for multiple posts if they meet the eligibility criteria, provided they submit separate application forms and pay the respective fees for each post.