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Allotment

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Allotment administered by NMA Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NMA Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-06-10 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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Addendum the Post of Peon Vide Notification Admn Rect P 265 2026 Date	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Addendum Waiting List Reserve Panel the Post of Technician T 1	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Addendum Walk in Interview the Post of Senior Resident on Adhoc Basi	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Allocation of Sectors and Ministries Departments to Faculty	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Foot Over Bridge TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
For Djb TENDER Fees and Emd	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
For Terms and Conditions Refer TENDER Kridl 2012 13 Ind42 and 45 at Https	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
GEM Bid for Financial Advisory Services Tax Advisory Vide Bid 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 Allotment?

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 2026-06-10. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NMA Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NMA recruitment portal and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, a valid email address, and an active mobile number to generate login credentials.

Log in with the OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying educational qualifications, work experience, and preferred examination center choices across the designated zones.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including a recent passport-sized photograph, signature, matriculation certificate for age proof, and category certificates, strictly adhering to the prescribed file size limits.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to download and print the generated transaction receipt for future reference.

Submit the finalized application form, monitor the portal for the release of the admit card, and download it using your registration credentials prior to the scheduled examination date.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Allotment 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	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, General English, and Current Affairs related to Indian Heritage and Culture.
Stage 2: Domain Specialization Paper	200 Marks, 180 Minutes	Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act (AMASR), Heritage Bye-Laws, Public Land Allotment Rules, and Administrative Law.
Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical Examination	Qualifying	Verification of original academic transcripts, caste certificates, identity proofs, and a standard medical fitness assessment by a government medical board.
Stage 4: Final Merit List & Allotment	Based on Stage 2 Marks	Compilation of final merit ranks based on Stage 2 scores, subject to qualifying Stage 3, followed by formal cadre allotment.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The post of Allotment Officer under the National Monuments Authority (NMA) is classified under Level 7 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 1,42,400). The entry-level basic pay is Rs. 44,900. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (Rs. 23,797), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% (Rs. 13,470), the allowances are highly competitive. Transport Allowance (TA) in Class X cities is Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), totaling Rs. 5,508. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 87,675. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 6,870) and Professional Tax/CGEGIS, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 80,000. This structure will be further optimized upon the implementation of the 8th CPC recommendations.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment to the NMA Authority strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Age relaxation is granted to reserved categories: up to 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is reserved for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) subject to valid income certificates. Furthermore, in line with central mandates, women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee to promote diversity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Allotment

How is the minimum qualifying cutoff determined for the NMA Allotment exam?

The NMA Authority sets category-wise minimum qualifying cutoffs (typically 40% for General, 35% for OBC/EWS, and 30% for SC/ST) based on the overall difficulty level and vacancy ratio.

Will there be a normalization of marks across different exam shifts?

Yes, if the Computer Based Screening Test is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard equipercentile normalization method approved by DoPT will be applied to ensure equity.

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

No, there is no mandatory financial service bond, but selected candidates must sign an undertaking to serve the authority for a minimum of two years during probation.

What is the duration and nature of the probation period for selected candidates?

Selected candidates undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their administrative performance, conduct, and knowledge of heritage laws are closely evaluated.

Does the syllabus include specific provisions of the AMASR Act?

Yes, the domain specialization paper heavily focuses on the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains (AMASR) Act, including rules governing prohibited and regulated areas.

Where will the selected candidates be posted after the final allotment?

Selected officers are primarily posted at the NMA Headquarters in New Delhi, with potential rotational postings at regional offices and archaeological circles across India.