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Chauffeur

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Chauffeur administered by NLS Authority (All India / Central).

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

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Chauffeur and Despatch Rider	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-08-14
Chauffeur News	1 Openings	₹6,585 - ₹22,576 (Level-4)	2026-08-14
Cmet Th Adm 02 2019 Walk in Interview on and	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-08-14
Cmet Th Adm 03 2019 Walk in Interview	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by NLS

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Prebid Responses Inviting Bids from Irdai Registered Life Insurance Companie Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Prebid Responses Limited TENDER for Providing Insurance Coverage for Pfrda O	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Prebid Responses RFP for Appointment of Actuarial Firm for Conducting Actuar	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Procurement of Cbi Trophy for Police Academy	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 Chauffeur?

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

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NLS Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Visit the official NLS Authority recruitment portal to initiate the process by clicking on the registration link and completing the One-Time Registration (OTR) with valid personal details.

Log in using the generated OTR credentials to fill out the comprehensive application form, entering academic qualifications, driving experience, and valid commercial driving license details.

Upload high-resolution scanned copies of the matriculation certificate, valid LMV/HMV driving license, recent passport-sized photograph, and signature conforming strictly to the specified file size and format.

Navigate to the integrated payment gateway to pay the non-refundable application fee using net banking, credit or debit cards, or UPI, and download the transaction receipt.

Submit the completed application form, print the final confirmation page for your records, and regularly check the portal for the release of the electronic admit card.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Chauffeur 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 Examination (CBT)	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Knowledge, Traffic Rules and Regulations, Road Signages, Basic Auto-Mechanic Concepts, Arithmetic, and General English
Stage 2: Driving and Practical Trade Test	100 Marks, Practical Evaluation	H-track driving, parallel parking, reverse driving, identification of engine parts, and troubleshooting minor mechanical faults
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying	Verification of original academic certificates, commercial driving license authenticity, experience certificates, and medical fitness as per civil standards
Stage 4: Final Merit List	Based on Stage 1 and Stage 2 Performance	Cumulative score evaluation, application of reservation roster, and final allocation of selected candidates based on merit-cum-preference

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The post of Chauffeur under the National Legal Services (NLS) Authority is categorized under Pay Level 2 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with a starting Entry Basic Pay of Rs. 19,900 in the pay band of Rs. 19,900 to Rs. 63,200. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) currently calculated at 53% (Rs. 10,547), the House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% (Rs. 5,970), and Transport Allowance (TA) set at Rs. 1,350 plus DA on TA (Rs. 2,066), the Gross Monthly Salary amounts to approximately Rs. 38,483. After mandatory statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% on Basic plus DA (Rs. 3,045) and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary for a newly recruited Chauffeur in a Class X city is approximately Rs. 35,000.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

The recruitment process strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Upper age limit relaxations are granted to reserved categories, including 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), and 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC) non-creamy layer. A 10% vertical reservation is implemented for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). While Person with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) candidates receive a 10-year age relaxation, it is subject to functional driving capabilities. Full application fee concessions are provided to SC, ST, and women candidates.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Chauffeur

What is the minimum educational and technical qualification required for the Chauffeur post?

Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th standard) from a recognized board and must possess a valid, clean commercial driving license for Light Motor Vehicles (LMV) or Heavy Motor Vehicles (HMV) with at least 3 years of active driving experience.

Is there a normalization process applied to the written exam scores?

Yes, if the Computer Based Test (CBT) is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard multi-shift normalization formula approved by the NLS Authority will be applied to ensure equity among candidates.

Is there a service bond or indemnity bond required upon joining?

No, there is no mandatory service bond, but selected candidates must submit a character and antecedent verification undertaking along with a medical fitness certificate at the time of joining.

What is the probation period for a newly appointed Chauffeur?

The newly appointed Chauffeurs will be on a probation period of two years, during which their driving performance, conduct, and attendance will be closely monitored before confirmation.

What is the primary focus of the technical syllabus in the written exam?

The technical syllabus focuses heavily on the Motor Vehicles Act, traffic signals, road safety protocols, vehicle maintenance, lubricants, and basic troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical systems.

Where will the selected Chauffeurs be posted?

Selected candidates will be posted at the headquarters of the NLS Authority or its regional offices, with duties primarily involving driving official vehicles for judicial officers and administrative staff.