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Agricultural Sciences

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Agricultural Sciences administered by NIPERAHM Authority (West Bengal).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NIPERAHM Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-07-22 Posting Jurisdiction: West Bengal

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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 NIPERAHM

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Accountant Direct Recruitment	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-07-22
Accountant Grade	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-07-22
Accountant Under Nandigram Health District	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-07-22
Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board Asrb	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-07-22

Active Procurement Tenders by NIPERAHM

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Feb 04 2016 Dept of Zoology TENDER for Purchase of Equipment Doz Cas	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Feb 05 2016 Dept of Physics TENDER Phy Dst Pt 2016 01 Dt 05 02 2	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Feb 09 2018 Dept of Botanay TENDER for Procurement of Computational Ser	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
First Statutes for NIT S 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 Agricultural Sciences?

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 2026-07-22. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NIPERAHM Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NIPERAHM recruitment portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by entering basic personal details, a valid email address, and a mobile number to generate unique login credentials.

Log in with OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, entering academic qualifications, research experience, publication details, and specific choices for examination center locations across India.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificates, degree transcripts, category certificates, and passport-sized photographs, strictly adhering to the prescribed file size and JPEG/PDF format guidelines.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to pay the non-refundable application fee online using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the generated transaction receipt for future reference.

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the CBT admit cards, which must be printed for exam entry.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Agricultural Sciences 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 Cognitive Aptitude, Analytical Reasoning, English Communication Skills, Basic Biological and Chemical Sciences, Data Interpretation
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Paper	100 Marks / 120 Minutes	Agronomy and Soil Chemistry, Plant Breeding and Genetics, Agricultural Biotechnology, Crop Physiology and Biochemistry, Post-Harvest Technology
Stage 3: Document Verification and Research Presentation	50 Marks / 45 Minutes	Verification of Original Academic Credentials, Defense of Research Publications, Presentation of Future Research Proposal, Technical Viva-Voce
Stage 4: Final Merit List and Medical Examination	Qualifying / No Marks	Cumulative Score Compilation (Stage 1 to 3), Standard Central Government Medical Fitness Standards, Character and Antecedents Verification

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Under the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC), the Agricultural Sciences cadre at NIPERAHM is positioned at Pay Level 10, with an entry basic pay of Rs. 56,100. Factoring in the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% (Rs. 29,733), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% (Rs. 16,830), and Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816), the Gross Monthly Salary amounts to approximately Rs. 1,13,679. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of basic pay plus DA (Rs. 8,583) and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 1,04,500. This highly competitive remuneration package is designed to attract top-tier scientific talent and is subject to further upward revisions upon the implementation of the proposed 8th CPC guidelines, ensuring long-term financial growth and stability.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the statutory guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India, NIPERAHM strictly implements vertical and horizontal reservation policies. Relaxations in the upper age limit are granted to SC/ST candidates (5 years) and OBC-NCL candidates (3 years). Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year age relaxation, alongside reservation benefits. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) as per DoPT OM No. 36039/1/2019-Estt (Res). Additionally, women candidates and SC/ST/PwBD applicants are exempted from paying the application fee to promote diversity and inclusivity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Agricultural Sciences

How are the category-wise cutoffs determined for the Agricultural Sciences exam?

Category-wise cutoffs are calculated dynamically based on the total number of vacancies, the difficulty level of the exam, and the overall performance distribution of candidates within each specific category.

Is multi-shift normalization applied to the screening test scores?

Yes, if the Computer Based Test is conducted across multiple shifts, a standard equipercentile normalization method is utilized to ensure parity and fairness across all exam sessions.

Is there a mandatory service agreement or bond for selected candidates?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service bond to serve NIPERAHM for a minimum period of two years from their date of joining, or pay a specified liquidating damages amount.

What is the duration of the probation period for the Agricultural Sciences cadre?

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

Is the domain syllabus aligned with ICAR-NET or CSIR-NET standards?

The domain syllabus is highly aligned with the ICAR-NET syllabus in Agricultural Biotechnology and Crop Sciences, ensuring a standardized and rigorous assessment of scientific competence.

Where will the selected candidates be posted initially?

Selected candidates will be posted at the primary campus of NIPERAHM, but they remain liable for transfer to any other regional centers or collaborative research stations across India.