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Accountant Cum IT Expert Interview Programme

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Accountant Cum IT Expert Interview Programme administered by NISER Authority (Andhra Pradesh).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NISER Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-08-14 Posting Jurisdiction: Andhra Pradesh

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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 NISER

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Accountant and Block Wash Coordinator	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-08-12
Accountant at Crc Jaipur	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Agriculture Market Systems Leader	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Agriculture Officers	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-05-25

Active Procurement Tenders by NISER

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Feb 10 2017 TENDER for Computer Maintenance of Central Library Last Date O	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Feb 10 2018 Dept of Botany Submission Date Extended of NIT for Sequencing Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Feb 11 2016 Dept of Zoology TENDER for Chemicals Closing	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Fixing of Agency 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 Accountant Cum IT Expert Interview Programme?

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 2026-08-14. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NISER Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Navigate to the official NISER recruitment portal, initiate the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing a valid email and mobile number, and generate unique login credentials for the application dashboard.

Log in to complete the detailed profile, entering academic qualifications, professional accounting and IT certifications, and comprehensive work experience in relevant public or private sector organizations.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificates, degree transcripts, caste certificates if applicable, and a recent passport-sized photograph and signature conforming to specified file dimensions.

Remit the non-refundable application fee online through the integrated payment gateway using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the system-generated e-receipt for future reference.

Submit the finalized application form, download the printed confirmation page, and regularly monitor the registered portal for the release of the admit card and interview schedule notifications.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Accountant Cum IT Expert Interview Programme 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 Screening Test	100 Marks / 120 Minutes	General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, and General Awareness.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Test	100 Marks / 120 Minutes	Advanced Financial Accounting, Tally ERP, GST, Income Tax, IT Infrastructure, Database Management, and Network Security.
Stage 3: Personal Interview and IT Skill Test	50 Marks / 45 Minutes	Practical demonstration of accounting software, spreadsheet modeling, and an evaluation of communication skills and domain expertise.
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying / No Marks	Verification of original academic credentials, experience certificates, category validity, and fitness assessment by an authorized medical board.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Accountant Cum IT Expert position at NISER is aligned with Pay Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, featuring an entry basic pay of Rs. 35,400. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (Rs. 18,762), the compensation is highly competitive. House Rent Allowance (HRA) varies by city classification: Class X (30% / Rs. 10,620), Class Y (20% / Rs. 7,080 for Bhubaneswar), and Class Z (10% / Rs. 3,540). Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 3,600 plus DA thereon (totaling Rs. 5,508) for higher TPTA cities. This culminates in a Gross Monthly Salary of approximately Rs. 66,750 for Class Y postings. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 5,416) and professional taxes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 60,500.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, NISER strictly implements statutory reservation policies. Age relaxations are granted up to 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year age relaxation, cumulative with category benefits. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in line with central government directives, women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee, ensuring equitable access to the recruitment process.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Accountant Cum IT Expert Interview

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

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

Will there be normalization of marks across different exam sessions?

Yes, if the written examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard multi-shift percentile-based normalization method approved by the DAE will be applied.

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

No, there is no service bond, but selected candidates must serve a mandatory probation period before permanent absorption into the cadre.

What is the duration of the probation period for the Accountant Cum IT Expert?

The selected candidates will undergo a probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and technical adaptability will be closely evaluated.

Does the syllabus include both advanced accounting and computer programming?

The syllabus focuses on financial accounting, taxation, and auditing, combined with applied IT skills like database management and spreadsheet automation, rather than complex programming.

Where will the final posting of the selected candidates be located?

The primary place of posting will be the NISER Campus at Jatni, Khurda, Odisha, with liability for transfer to any DAE unit across India if required.