NMET Recruitment Dossier

All Vacancy Add of DHS

Official gazetted recruitment notification for All Vacancy Add of DHS administered by NMET Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NMET Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2025-11-08 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
Addendum Dated	1 Openings	Level-11 (₹67,700 - ₹2,08,700)	2023-10-27
Addendum Recruitment of Nretp and Brlps	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Addendum Walk in Interview Srs on Ad Hoc Basis on Thursday I	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
All Positions Annexure Ii Certificate Formats	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2025-11-08

Active Procurement Tenders by NMET

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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 All Vacancy Add of DHS?

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 2025-11-08. 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 to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid personal details, active email, and mobile number to generate unique login credentials.

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

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificate, degree transcripts, category certificates, and a recent passport-sized photograph with signature in the prescribed JPEG/PDF formats.

Remit the application fee online via integrated payment gateways using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to download the generated transaction receipt for future reference.

Monitor the portal for application status updates and download the digitally generated admit card, which contains the exam venue, date, and mandatory instructions, prior to the examination.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for All Vacancy Add of DHS 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	200 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language Proficiency, General Awareness, and Basic Computer Applications.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Paper	300 Marks, 180 Minutes	Public Health Administration, Epidemiology, National Health Programs, Mineral Exploration Regulatory Frameworks, and Environmental Health Safety Protocols.
Stage 3: Document Verification and Biometric Matching	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of original academic transcripts, professional registration certificates, caste/category certificates, experience letters, and biometric identity validation.
Stage 4: Medical Examination and Merit List	Qualifying, No Marks	Comprehensive physical fitness assessment as per NMET medical standards, followed by final merit compilation based on cumulative CBT scores.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, the vacancies under the NMET Authority for the Directorate of Health Services (DHS) are categorized under Level 7, carrying an entry basic pay of Rs. 44,900. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) currently positioned at 53% (amounting to Rs. 23,797), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) calculated at 30% for Class X cities (Rs. 13,470), the gross monthly emoluments are highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816), bringing the total Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 93,183 for Class X postings. For Class Y and Z cities, HRA is adjusted to 20% and 10% respectively. Standard statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution at 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 6,870) and professional taxes, result in an estimated net in-hand monthly salary of Rs. 85,813.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, this recruitment strictly implements the statutory reservation policy. Age relaxations are granted up to 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates, and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A vertical reservation of 10% is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) subject to income and asset certificate verification. Furthermore, all female candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee to promote diversity and equal opportunity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — All Vacancy Add of DHS

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the CBT?

The minimum qualifying cutoff marks are set at 40% for General/EWS, 35% for OBC, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates across both papers.

Will there be normalization of marks across multi-shift exams?

Yes, a standard multi-shift normalization formula approved by the DoPT will be applied to account for any variations in difficulty levels.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement?

Selected candidates must execute a service surety bond of Rs. 2,00,000 to serve the NMET Authority for a minimum period of three years.

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

The newly recruited officers will be placed on a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their performance and conduct will be evaluated.

Can I change my exam center or post preference after submission?

No, the exam center and post preferences submitted in the final application are locked and cannot be modified under any circumstances.

Where will the initial posting of selected candidates be located?

Initial postings will be at the NMET headquarters or regional directorates of health services across major tier-1 and tier-2 cities in India.