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Al Voting Papers

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Al Voting Papers administered by NITSIKKIM Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NITSIKKIM Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-08-14 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. 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
Addendum Advt 06 2024	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2025-01-01
Addendum Dt Regarding Post of Sr Trainee Hort	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Addendum Recruitment Notice 01 2022 Estt Nift Kol Dated	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-08-14
Al Service	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-08-14

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Financial Bid Meeting Link Date 19th Oct 2023 Time 11 Am Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Financial Bid Opening Meeting Date at 12 30 Pm Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Fire Extinguishers TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
GEM Bid Request for Proposal Appointment of Actuarial Valuers 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 Al Voting Papers?

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 NITSIKKIM Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NIT Sikkim recruitment portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing a valid email address, mobile number, and generating unique login credentials.

Log in to fill out the comprehensive online application form, entering personal details, academic qualifications, and professional experience relevant to the AI Voting Papers cadre.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificates, degree transcripts, caste certificates, and passport-sized photographs, adhering strictly to the specified file size and format limits.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online through the integrated secure payment gateway using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and save the transaction 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 prior to the exam.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Al Voting Papers 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	Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, General English, and Basic Computer Science Fundamentals.
Stage 2: Technical Domain Examination	100 Marks, 180 Minutes	Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Algorithms, Secure Voting Protocols, Cryptography, and Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) Architecture.
Stage 3: Practical Skill Test	Qualifying, 60 Minutes	Hands-on coding in Python/R, implementation of secure data ledger protocols, and technical presentation on AI-driven voting systems.
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying	Verification of original academic credentials, identity proofs, category certificates, and a standard medical fitness assessment by authorized medical officers.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for the 'AI Voting Papers' specialist cadre at NIT Sikkim is positioned at Level 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with an initial entry basic pay of Rs. 56,100. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) currently calculated at 53% (amounting to Rs. 29,733), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Z cities like Ravangla, Sikkim set at 9% (Rs. 5,049), the compensation package is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 1,800 plus DA on TA (Rs. 954), totaling Rs. 2,754. This brings the estimated Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 93,636. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 8,583) and Professional Tax, the net in-hand monthly salary is estimated to be around Rs. 84,500, subject to future 8th CPC revisions.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

NIT Sikkim strictly adheres to the reservation policies formulated by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Age relaxations are granted as follows: 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 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in accordance with central government directives, women candidates are fully exempted from paying the application fee to promote gender diversity in technical cadres.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Al Voting Papers

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the written examination?

The minimum qualifying cutoff is set at 40% for General/EWS candidates and 35% for reserved category candidates, though actual selection depends on merit ranking.

Will there be normalization of marks across different exam shifts?

Yes, if the examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard multi-shift percentile-based normalization method will be applied to ensure equity.

Is there a service bond associated with this post at NIT Sikkim?

No, there is no mandatory service bond, but selected candidates must serve the stipulated probation period before confirmation.

What is the duration of the probation period for this cadre?

The selected candidates will be placed on a standard probation period of two years, which may be extended based on performance evaluation.

Does the syllabus focus more on AI theory or voting system protocols?

The syllabus is balanced, requiring a strong foundation in both core Artificial Intelligence methodologies and secure, cryptographic voting system protocols.

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

The final posting will be at the permanent or temporary campus of the National Institute of Technology Sikkim (NIT Sikkim) in Ravangla, Sikkim.