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Addendum Regarding Payment of Fee Recruitment of the Post of Junior

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Addendum Regarding Payment of Fee Recruitment of the Post of Junior administered by NMI Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NMI 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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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Addendum Regarding Payment of Fee Recruitment of the Post of Junior?

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 NMI Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NMI Authority recruitment portal, complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by entering personal details, valid email, and mobile number to generate a unique login ID.

Log in with credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying educational qualifications, work experience, and preferred examination center locations across India.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificate, degree certificates, category certificates, a recent passport-sized photograph, and signature in the prescribed format.

Proceed to the secure payment gateway to pay the application fee as per the latest addendum via net banking, credit/debit card, or UPI, and download the receipt.

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page for future reference, and await the release of the admit card on the official portal.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Addendum Regarding Payment of Fee Recruitment of the Post of Junior 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 Test (CBT)	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness with focus on Indian Culture and Heritage, English Language and Comprehension
Stage 2: Skill Test / Typing Test	Qualifying Nature, 10 Minutes	English Typing at 35 words per minute, Hindi Typing at 30 words per minute on Computer, Data Entry Speed and Accuracy
Stage 3: Document Verification	Not Applicable, 1 Day	Verification of Original Academic Certificates, Category and Caste Certificate Validation, No Objection Certificate (NOC) for serving employees, Identity Proof Verification
Stage 4: Medical Examination	Qualifying Nature, 1 Day	General Physical Fitness Assessment, Visual Acuity and Color Blindness Test, Standard Medical Tests as per Central Government Guidelines

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Junior post under the NMI Authority is typically positioned at Pay Level 2 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of INR 19,900. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (INR 10,547), the House Rent Allowance (HRA) varies by city category: Class X (27% or INR 5,373), Class Y (18% or INR 3,582), and Class Z (9% or INR 1,791). Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at INR 1,350 plus DA (totaling INR 2,066) for Class Y/Z cities, and higher for Class X. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately INR 37,886 in Class X cities and INR 34,029 in Class Z cities. After statutory deductions like the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (INR 3,045) and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary ranges between INR 29,500 and INR 33,500 depending on the posting location.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, the NMI Authority implements a comprehensive reservation policy. Age relaxation is 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 10% vertical reservation is strictly allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) under prevailing central guidelines. Furthermore, women candidates, Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from the payment of application fees, promoting equal opportunity and diversity in public employment.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Addendum Regarding Payment of Fee R

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the Stage 1 CBT?

The minimum qualifying marks are 40% for General/EWS, 35% for OBC, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates, though actual cutoffs depend on vacancy ratios and overall performance.

Will normalization of marks be applied to the CBT results?

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

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement for the Junior post?

No service bond is required, but selected candidates must serve a mandatory probation period before being confirmed into permanent service.

What is the duration of the probation period for newly recruited Juniors?

The probation period is two years from the date of joining, during which performance and conduct are monitored before confirmation as per Central Government rules.

Does the syllabus include questions on Indian history and heritage?

Yes, the General Awareness section includes specific topics on Indian art, culture, monuments, and heritage, aligned with the functional domain of the NMI Authority.

Where will the selected candidates be posted?

Selected candidates are primarily posted at the NMI Authority headquarters in New Delhi, but they remain liable for transfer to any regional office across India.