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Nitk s - August Recruitment

Official recruitment notice issued by Nitk for the post of S - August. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.

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Recruiting Authority
National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK Surathkal)
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Recruiting Authority
Portal: nitk.ac.in

Key Recruitment Specifications

Total Vacancies
1 Posts
Pay Scale / Salary
Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)
Age Criteria
18 to 30 Years
Application Deadline
2026-09-30

Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation

URTotal
11
Crucial Recruitment Schedule
Application Deadline2026-09-30

Essential Educational Qualification

Ph.D / Doctorate, M.Tech / M.E, B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), MBA / PGDM, Post Graduate (Master's Degree). Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.

Selection Methodology

Skill / Typing / Trade Test.

Frequently Asked Questions

The last date for submitting online applications is 2026-09-30. Candidates are advised to complete registration before the cutoff date to avoid portal traffic.
The remuneration is structured as Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4). Selected candidates are also eligible for Central/State Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and statutory pension contributions.
Applicants must possess Ph.D / Doctorate, M.Tech / M.E, B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), MBA / PGDM, Post Graduate (Master's Degree). Candidates must ensure certificates and degrees are issued prior to the application cutoff.
The selection methodology involves: Skill / Typing / Trade Test.
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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

1

Access the official NITK recruitment portal, complete the One-Time Registration by providing a valid email ID and mobile number, and generate your unique login credentials.

2

Log in to the portal to fill out the detailed application form, entering personal, academic, and professional experience details in strict accordance with matriculation certificates.

3

Scan and upload required documents, including passport-sized photographs, signatures, category certificates, and educational transcripts, ensuring they meet the specified PDF or JPEG size limits.

4

Pay the non-refundable application fee online through the integrated SBI Collect gateway using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI based on your category.

5

Review the completed application form, submit it online, download the system-generated confirmation page, and print a copy for future verification and reference.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Nitk s - August Recruitment is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam PaperWeightage & DurationCore Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Computer Based Test (CBT) 100 Marks / 120 Minutes General English, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, General Awareness, and Computer Literacy.
Stage 2: Skill or Trade Test Qualifying Nature / 60 Minutes Typing speed and MS Office proficiency for administrative roles, or laboratory practicals and equipment handling for technical roles.
Stage 3: Document Verification No Marks / Verification Session Verification of original academic degrees, experience certificates, caste/category certificates, No Objection Certificate (NOC), and identity proofs.
Stage 4: Final Merit List Based on CBT Score Compilation of the final merit list based on CBT performance, subject to qualifying the skill test and clearing document verification.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for NITK Surathkal non-teaching positions primarily targets Level 6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (e.g., Technical Assistant/Superintendent) with an Entry Basic Pay of Rs. 35,400. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) updated to 53% (Rs. 18,762), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) set at Class Y rate of 20% (Rs. 7,080) for the Mangaluru region, the allowances are highly competitive. 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, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% on Basic plus DA (Rs. 5,416) and professional taxes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 60,500, offering a robust financial package aligned with Central Government standards.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

NITK strictly adheres to the Government of India and Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines regarding reservations. Vertical reservation allocates 10% for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), 15% for Scheduled Castes (SC), 7.5% for Scheduled Tribes (ST), and 27% for Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL). Age relaxations are granted as 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC-NCL, and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Furthermore, women candidates and applicants belonging to SC, ST, and PwBD categories are exempted from paying the application fee, promoting equal opportunity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Nitk s - August Recruitment

What are the minimum qualifying marks for the CBT?

General and EWS candidates must secure a minimum of 40% marks, while OBC-NCL, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates require 35% to qualify for the next stage.

Will normalization be applied to the exam scores?

Yes, if the Computer Based Test is conducted across multiple shifts, a standard percentile-based normalization method will be used to ensure fairness.

Is there a service bond for selected candidates?

No, there is no mandatory service bond, but candidates must successfully complete the prescribed probation period before permanent absorption.

What is the duration of the probation period?

Newly recruited non-teaching staff at NITK Surathkal undergo a standard probation period of two years, which may be extended by the competent authority.

Is the syllabus different for technical and administrative posts?

Yes, administrative posts focus on office procedures, aptitude, and English, whereas technical posts include specialized questions from relevant engineering or science disciplines.

Where will the selected candidates be posted?

All selected candidates will be posted at the National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK) campus located in Surathkal, Mangaluru.