NITK Recruitment Dossier

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Official gazetted recruitment notification for Actions administered by NITK Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NITK Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-08-11 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 NITK

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Action of Supervisory Officer on the Complaince Report	1 Openings	₹8t8 (Level-4)	2026-08-14
Active	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-08-11
Al Electricity Schools Departments Election Wbla Election	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-08-11
Al Mapping Epic Municipal General Election	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-08-13

Active Procurement Tenders by NITK

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Field Laboratory Apparatus TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Filler Wire Class I TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Filler Wire Class Iii TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
GEM Bid GEM 2025 B 6807529 for Ion Exchanger Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-06-27

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Actions?

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 2026-08-11. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NITK Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Candidates must visit the official NITK Surathkal recruitment portal, click on the registration link, and complete the One Time Registration (OTR) by providing a valid email ID and mobile number.

Log in with the generated credentials to fill out the detailed application form, entering personal details, academic qualifications, and professional experience as per the official notification guidelines.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificates, degree transcripts, category certificates, and a recent passport-sized photograph with signature in the prescribed JPEG/PDF formats.

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

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page for future reference, and regularly check the portal for the release of the CBT admit cards and exam schedules.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Actions 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 (MCQ)	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, English Language Comprehension
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Test	100 Marks, 90 Minutes	Office Procedures, FR-SR Rules, GFT 2017, NIT Statutes, Academic Administration, Information Technology Skills
Stage 3: Skill and Proficiency Test	Qualifying Only, 60 Minutes	Computer Typing Speed (35 wpm), Data Entry Operations, Drafting and Note Sheet Preparation, Basic Spreadsheet Functions
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	No Marks, Verification Only	Original Academic Credentials, Caste and Category Certificates, No Objection Certificate (NOC), Physical Fitness Standards

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for the Technical Assistant and Superintendent cadre (referred to as Actions) at NITK Surathkal is positioned at 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), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) categorized under Class Y cities at 20% (Rs. 7,080), the compensation structure is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) is calculated at Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), totaling Rs. 5,508. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 66,750. After statutory deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) amounting to 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 5,416) and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at Rs. 60,500, making it a highly lucrative career path in central autonomous institutions.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The recruitment process strictly adheres to the statutory reservation policies mandated by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Age relaxations are granted to reserved categories: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A vertical quota of 10% is reserved for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Women candidates are exempted from the application fee to promote gender diversity. All certificates must comply with the latest central government formats to be valid during verification.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Actions

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the Stage 1 Screening Test?

The minimum qualifying cutoff marks are 40% for General/EWS candidates and 35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates, though actual shortlisting depends on merit.

Will there be normalization of marks across multiple shifts?

Yes, if the exam is conducted in multiple shifts, the standard equipercentile normalization method approved by DoPT will be applied to determine final merit.

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 being confirmed in the permanent cadre.

What is the duration of the probation period for newly recruited staff?

The probation period is two years from the date of joining, during which performance and conduct are evaluated before final confirmation.

Can candidates apply for multiple posts under this recruitment drive?

Yes, candidates can apply for multiple posts if they meet the eligibility criteria, but they must submit separate applications and pay fees for each.

Where will the final posting be located for selected candidates?

The final posting will be at the National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK) campus in Surathkal, Mangaluru, with standard institutional housing options.