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Admin Officer Non Tsp Promotion Order

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Admin Officer Non Tsp Promotion Order administered by NIMSME Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NIMSME Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) 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. 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 NIMSME

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Admin Officer Tsp Promotion Order	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
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Assistant Engineer	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Assistant General Manager Mental Health	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by NIMSME

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Expression of Interest Eoi for Selection of Banking Partner for Nift Ho a Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Expression of Interest Eoi for Supply of Ptfe Xylan Coated Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Expression of Interest Eoi from Govt Authorised Travel Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Expression of Interest Eoi 28 Eoi Ida 19 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 Admin Officer Non Tsp Promotion Order?

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 2026-06-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NIMSME Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NIMSME recruitment portal to initiate the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid personal details, active email, and mobile number to generate unique login credentials.

Log in with OTR credentials to fill out the comprehensive application form, carefully selecting the Administrative Officer (Non-TSP Promotion/Direct) cadre and entering academic and professional experience details.

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

Proceed to the secure online payment gateway to pay the prescribed application fee using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the generated transaction receipt.

Submit the finalized application form, print the confirmation page for future reference, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the official admit card and exam schedule.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Admin Officer Non Tsp Promotion Order 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, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, and General Awareness with focus on MSME sector.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Paper	200 Marks, 180 Minutes	CCS Conduct Rules, CCS CCA Rules, General Financial Rules (GFR 2017), Office Procedure, and Constitution of India.
Stage 3: Document Verification & Service Record Evaluation	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of original academic degrees, experience certificates, NOC from current employer, and APAR/ACR grading evaluation.
Stage 4: Final Merit List & Promotion Order	Based on Stage 1 & 2 Marks	Compilation of cumulative scores from written examinations subject to clearing document verification and medical fitness standards.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Administrative Officer post at NIMSME Authority is positioned at Level 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, featuring an entry basic pay of INR 56,100. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (INR 29,733), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities like Hyderabad at 30% (INR 16,830), the compensation package is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) is calculated at INR 7,200 plus DA, amounting to INR 11,016. This brings the total Gross Monthly Salary to approximately INR 1,13,679. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (INR 8,583), Income Tax, and Professional Tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately INR 1,01,500, ensuring robust financial stability for selected administrative professionals.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, NIMSME Authority strictly implements statutory reservations. Relaxations in the upper age limit are granted to SC/ST candidates by 5 years, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) by 3 years, and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) by 10 years. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, women candidates are exempted from application fee payments to promote gender diversity, and relaxation benefits for departmental candidates are applied as per prevailing Central Government norms.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Admin Officer Non Tsp Promotion Ord

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the written examination?

The minimum qualifying cutoff is 40% for General/EWS candidates, 35% for OBC, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates in each paper individually.

Will there be normalization of marks across different sessions?

Yes, if the examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard multi-shift normalization formula approved by DoPT will be applied to compile the merit list.

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

Selected candidates must execute a service bond to serve NIMSME for a minimum period of two years, or pay a specified indemnity amount in lieu thereof.

What is the probation period for the Administrative Officer post?

The selected candidates will be placed on a probation period of two years, during which their performance and conduct will be closely monitored before confirmation.

Are departmental candidates eligible for age relaxation in this recruitment?

Yes, departmental candidates with three years of continuous service in Central Government or autonomous bodies receive age relaxation up to 5 years as per DoPT guidelines.

Where will the final posting of the selected Administrative Officers be?

The primary posting will be at the NIMSME campus in Hyderabad, but officers are liable to be posted anywhere in India if regional centers are established.