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Assistant General Manager Mental Health

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Assistant General Manager Mental Health administered by NIMSME Authority (Delhi).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NIMSME Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: Delhi

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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

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Admin Officer Non Tsp Promotion Order	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-06-30
Admin Officer Tsp Promotion Order	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Administration	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Assistant Engineer	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30

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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 Assistant General Manager Mental Health?

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 2026-09-30. 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 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 to fill out the detailed application form, entering academic qualifications in clinical psychology or psychiatry, and relevant professional experience in mental health administration or counseling.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificates, postgraduate degrees, experience certificates, and category certificates, formatted strictly according to the specified file size and resolution guidelines.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online via integrated payment gateways using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to download and save the generated transaction receipt.

Submit the finalized application form, print a copy for future reference, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the e-admit card prior to the examination.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Assistant General Manager Mental Health 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	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, General Awareness, and Basic Mental Health Acts
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	200 Marks, 180 Minutes	Clinical Psychology, Occupational Health, Workplace Stress Management, Counseling Techniques, and Mental Healthcare Act 2017
Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical Examination	Qualifying	Verification of original academic and experience credentials, and comprehensive medical fitness assessment by a designated medical board
Stage 4: Personal Interview	50 Marks, 30 Minutes	Leadership, crisis intervention, communication skills, administrative acumen, and case study analysis in organizational mental health

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Assistant General Manager (Mental Health) at NIMSME is classified under Pay Level 11 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with an entry-level basic pay of INR 67,700. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (INR 35,881), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% (INR 20,310), and Transport Allowance (TA) of INR 7,200 plus DA on TA (INR 3,816), the gross monthly salary amounts to approximately INR 1,34,907. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (INR 10,358) and Professional Tax, the estimated in-hand net monthly salary is approximately INR 1,22,000. This position is eligible for 8th CPC revisions as and when implemented by the Central Government.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment to the post of Assistant General Manager (Mental Health) strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Age relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Additionally, full application fee exemptions are provided to women, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates to promote inclusivity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Assistant General Manager Mental He

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the written examination?

Candidates must secure a minimum of 40% marks for the General/EWS category, 35% for OBC, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD categories in each paper to be eligible for the interview stage.

Is there a service bond associated with this administrative post?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service surety bond of INR 2,00,000 to serve the organization for a minimum period of two years from the date of joining.

What is the duration of the probation period for the AGM role?

The selected candidate will be on a probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and administrative capabilities will be closely evaluated before confirmation.

How is the normalization of marks calculated across multiple shifts?

If the exam is conducted in multiple shifts, the standard equipercentile normalization method approved by DoPT will be applied to ensure fair and balanced scoring across all sessions.

Where will the primary posting location be for this position?

The primary posting will be at the NIMSME campus in Hyderabad, Telangana, though the officer may be deputed to regional centers or field offices across India as required.

Is there any negative marking in the computer-based screening test?

Yes, a negative marking of 0.25 marks (one-fourth of the marks assigned to that question) will be deducted for every incorrect answer in the objective-type screening test.