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Assistant Manager Legal

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Assistant Manager Legal 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 Manager Legal?

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, initiate the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing a valid email and mobile number, and generate unique login credentials.

Log in to complete the detailed application form, entering personal, academic, and professional legal experience details as required by the eligibility criteria.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificate, LLB/LLM degree certificates, Bar Council registration, and passport-sized photograph in the specified formats.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to pay the application fee online via credit card, debit card, net banking, or UPI, and download the receipt.

Submit the finalized application form, download the generated confirmation page for future reference, and await the release of the admit card on the portal.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Assistant Manager Legal 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: Written/Computer Based Test (CBT)	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Intelligence, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, and General Awareness with focus on MSME sector.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Paper	100 Marks, 180 Minutes	Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, Contract Act, Companies Act, MSME Development Act 2006, Labor Laws, Arbitration and Conciliation Act, and drafting of legal briefs.
Stage 3: Personal Interview	50 Marks, 30 Minutes	Assessment of legal acumen, communication skills, problem-solving abilities, knowledge of contemporary legal issues in public sector enterprises, and personality traits.
Stage 4: Document Verification & Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of original academic certificates, Bar Council enrollment, experience certificates, category certificates, and standard medical fitness evaluation by a designated board.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Assistant Manager Legal at NIMSME Authority is positioned at Level 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with an entry-level Basic Pay of Rs. 56,100. Factoring in the current Dearness Allowance (DA) rate of 53% (amounting to Rs. 29,733) and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities like Hyderabad at 30% (amounting to Rs. 16,830), the compensation is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816) is provided, bringing the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 1,13,679. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 8,583) and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 1,02,000. This structured pay scale ensures long-term financial growth aligned with future 8th CPC recommendations.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment to the post of Assistant Manager Legal at NIMSME complies strictly with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums. It implements a 10% vertical reservation for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) and standard quotas for SC, ST, and OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) categories. Age relaxations are granted as per Central Government rules: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Women candidates are exempted from application fee payments in accordance with gender-inclusive directives, ensuring equitable access and representation across all selection stages.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Assistant Manager Legal

What are the qualifying cutoff marks for the written examination?

The minimum qualifying marks are 40% for General/EWS candidates and 35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates in each paper, though final selection depends on the merit list.

Is there a normalization process applied to the exam scores?

Yes, if the Computer Based Test is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard equipercentile normalization method approved by DoPT is utilized to ensure fairness.

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

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service indemnity bond of Rs. 2,00,000 to serve the NIMSME Authority for a minimum period of two years.

What is the duration of the probation period for Assistant Manager Legal?

The selected candidate will be on probation for a period of two years, which may be extended at the discretion of the competent authority based on performance.

Does the legal syllabus include specific laws related to MSMEs?

Yes, the domain syllabus specifically emphasizes the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development (MSMED) Act, 2006, along with public procurement and contract management laws.

Where will the selected Assistant Manager Legal be posted?

The primary posting is at the NIMSME campus in Hyderabad, Telangana, but the officer may be deputed to regional offices or Ministry projects across India.