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Addendum Dated

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Addendum Dated administered by NMET Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NMET Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Level-11 (₹67,700 - ₹2,08,700) Cutoff Date: 2023-10-27 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	Level-11 (₹67,700 - ₹2,08,700)	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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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Fluorescence Stereozoom Microscope with Photography Attachment Nc 001199 Bi Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Followup of Bid for Swimming Pool Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Food TENDER 001 0 Doc	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
GEM Bid for Catering Service Event Based GEM 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 Addendum Dated?

The sanctioned remuneration is Level-11 (₹67,700 - ₹2,08,700) 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 2023-10-27. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NMET Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NMET recruitment portal, click on the registration link, and complete the One Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal, contact, and educational details.

Log in with OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, ensuring all academic qualifications, experience records, and preferred examination centers are accurately entered.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificate, degree certificates, category certificates, and passport-sized photograph and signature, conforming to the specified dimensions and file sizes.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to pay the application fee using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the generated payment confirmation receipt.

Submit the finalized application form, download the system-generated PDF for future reference, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the e-Admit Card.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Addendum Dated 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 (CBST)	100 Marks \| 120 Minutes	General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language Proficiency, General Awareness and Current Affairs
Stage 2: Domain Specialization Subject Paper	200 Marks \| 180 Minutes	Mineral Exploration and Geology of India, Remote Sensing and GIS Applications, Mineral Economics and Sustainable Mining, NMET Guidelines and National Mineral Policy
Stage 3: Document Verification and Personal Interview	50 Marks \| 45 Minutes	Verification of Original Academic Credentials, Assessment of Technical Suitability, Communication and Leadership Skills, Problem Solving in Mineral Resource Management
Stage 4: Medical Examination and Merit List	Qualifying Stage	Physical Fitness Standards as per CCS Rules, Visual Acuity and Color Blindness Test, Compilation of Final Merit List

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruited officers under the NMET Authority (National Mineral Exploration Trust) are placed in the prestigious Level 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with an initial entry basic pay of Rs. 56,100. Factoring in the current Dearness Allowance (DA) rate of 53% (amounting to Rs. 29,733), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% (amounting to Rs. 16,830), the compensation is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816), yielding Rs. 11,016. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 1,13,679. After statutory deductions including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% on Basic plus DA (Rs. 8,583) and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 1,04,000, making it an elite central government cadre.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, this recruitment strictly implements statutory reservations. Upper age limit relaxations are granted to Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) for up to 5 years, and to Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL) for up to 3 years. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year relaxation. A 10% vertical reservation is reserved for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in line with central government welfare directives, all women candidates, Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Addendum Dated

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for each stage of the NMET exam?

The minimum qualifying cutoff marks are 40% for General/EWS candidates, 35% for OBC-NCL, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates in both the screening and domain-specific papers.

Will there be 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 determine the final merit list.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement for selected candidates?

Selected candidates must execute a service bond to serve the NMET Authority for a minimum period of 3 years from the date of joining, or pay a liquidated damages sum of Rs. 2,00,000.

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

The selected officers will be on a mandatory probation period of 2 years, during which their performance, conduct, and adaptability to the mineral exploration framework will be closely evaluated.

Where can I access the detailed syllabus for the domain-specific paper?

The detailed, topic-wise syllabus is appended to the official NMET recruitment notification and can be downloaded directly from the 'Recruitment' section of the official NMET portal.

What are the primary posting locations for selected candidates?

Initial postings are primarily at the NMET Secretariat in New Delhi, but officers are liable to be transferred or posted to regional offices and mineral exploration sites across India.