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Addendum Walk in Interview Srs on Ad Hoc Basis on Thursday I

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Addendum Walk in Interview Srs on Ad Hoc Basis on Thursday I administered by NMET Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NMET Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 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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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Addendum Walk in Interview Srs on Ad Hoc Basis on Thursday I?

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 2026-09-30. 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

Visit the official NMET recruitment portal to access the active registration link, completing the One-Time Registration (OTR) by entering essential personal, educational, and contact details to generate unique login credentials.

Log in using the generated OTR credentials to access the specific application form for 'Srs on Ad Hoc Basis', meticulously filling in academic qualifications and professional experience.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including educational certificates, experience letters, caste certificates (if applicable), and a recent passport-sized photograph and signature in the prescribed file formats.

Pay the non-refundable application fee through the integrated secure online payment gateway using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the generated transaction receipt.

Submit the finalized application form online, print the confirmation page for future reference, and download the generated admit card or interview call letter prior to the scheduled walk-in date.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Addendum Walk in Interview Srs on Ad Hoc Basis on Thursday I 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: Document Screening and Eligibility Verification	Qualifying / 1 Hour	Verification of essential academic qualifications, post-qualification experience certificates, age limits, and publication records in relevant mineral exploration domains.
Stage 2: Technical Presentation and Domain Assessment	50 Marks / 30 Minutes	Presentation on mineral exploration methodologies, NMET guidelines, geophysical/geochemical data analysis, and strategic mineral resource assessment techniques.
Stage 3: Personal Interview	50 Marks / 45 Minutes	Evaluation of leadership qualities, problem-solving abilities, knowledge of the National Mineral Policy, and suitability for ad-hoc senior-level administrative and technical roles.
Stage 4: Final Merit List and Medical Fitness	Cumulative Score / N/A	Compilation of screening and interview marks, followed by standard medical fitness evaluation and character antecedent verification as per NMET norms.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Senior Specialist/Resident (Srs) positions on an ad-hoc basis at NMET Authority are aligned with Pay Level 11 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. The entry-level basic pay is established at Rs. 67,700. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) currently set at 53% (Rs. 35,881), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% (Rs. 20,310), and Transport Allowance (TA) at Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816), the gross monthly salary amounts to approximately Rs. 1,27,707. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% on Basic plus DA (Rs. 10,358) and professional taxes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 1,15,000. This competitive remuneration reflects the highly specialized technical and administrative expertise required for the National Mineral Exploration Trust's strategic mandates.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, NMET Authority strictly implements statutory reservation policies for this recruitment. Age relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer), and up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in line with central government directives, women candidates and exempted categories are granted full concession on application fees to promote gender diversity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Addendum Walk in Interview Srs on A

What is the crucial cutoff date for determining the eligibility of candidates?

The crucial cutoff date for determining the age limit, educational qualifications, and post-qualification experience is the date of the walk-in interview as specified in the official NMET recruitment addendum.

Is there any normalization of marks applied for this selection process?

No, since the selection is conducted via a direct walk-in interview and domain assessment on a single day, no multi-shift normalization process is applicable for this recruitment.

Is there a service bond or minimum commitment period for this ad-hoc role?

Yes, selected candidates must sign an agreement to serve for a minimum period of one year, or the duration of the ad-hoc project, whichever is earlier, as per NMET guidelines.

What is the probation period for Senior Specialists recruited on an ad-hoc basis?

As this is an ad-hoc, contract-based appointment, there is no conventional probation period; however, performance is subject to continuous evaluation with a formal review at the six-month mark.

What is the core syllabus for the domain specialization assessment?

The assessment focuses on the National Mineral Exploration Policy, advanced geological mapping, remote sensing applications, mineral economics, and the management of trust-funded exploration projects.

Where will the selected candidates be posted under the NMET Authority?

Selected candidates will primarily be posted at the NMET Secretariat in New Delhi, but they may be required to travel or be deployed to regional exploration sites across India as per project requirements.