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Alp and Technicians Filters Year of Publication 2016 2015 7

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Alp and Technicians Filters Year of Publication 2016 2015 7 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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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Addendum Regarding the Post of Sr Resident	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2025-11-08
Addendum Regarding Payment of Fee Recruitment of the Post of Junior	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2025-11-08
Addendum Regarding Recruitment of Site Engineers	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2025-11-08
Alp and Technicians Date of Publication Date Time	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2025-11-08

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Forest Protection Force Gamma Unit J11 Reasi Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Format for Seeking Clarifications on Tender20 Xlsx	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Format for Seeking Clarifications on Tender21 Xlsx	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
GEM Bid for Manpower Outsourcing Services Minimum Wage Vide 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 Alp and Technicians Filters Year of Publication 2016 2015 7?

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.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NMI Authority 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 generated credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying educational qualifications, trade preferences, and selecting the preferred exam city centers across the country.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including a recent passport-sized photograph, signature, matriculation certificate, and ITI/National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in Fitter trade, adhering to specified file sizes.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI, ensuring to download the payment confirmation receipt for future reference and verification.

Download the generated admit card from the portal ten days prior to the examination, which contains the designated exam center, shift timing, and mandatory instructions for candidates.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Alp and Technicians Filters Year of Publication 2016 2015 7 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) - Screening	75 Marks, 60 Minutes	Mathematics (Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry), General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Life Sciences up to 10th standard), General Awareness on Current Affairs
Stage 2: CBT - Cadre Domain Specialization	175 Marks (Part A: 100, Part B: 75), 150 Minutes	Part A: Basic Science and Engineering Drawing, Part A: IT Literacy and Environment Education, Part B: Fitter Trade Theory (Limits, Fits, Tolerances), Part B: Hand Tools, Measuring Instruments, and Safety Equipment
Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical Examination	Qualifying Stage, No Marks	Verification of Original Academic and Trade Certificates, Caste and Category Certificate Validation, Medical Fitness Test (Visual Acuity Distant 6/6, Near 0.6 without glasses for ALP), General Physical Fitness Assessment
Stage 4: Final Merit List & Empanelment	Based on Stage 2 (Part A) Marks, Weighted	Compilation of Normalized Scores, Application of Category-wise Cutoffs, Allotment of Cadres and Zones, Issuance of Provisional Appointment Letters

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) and Technician (Fitter) cadre under the NMI Authority is positioned at Level 2 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. The entry-level basic pay is established at Rs. 19,900 per month. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) calculated at 53% (Rs. 10,547), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% (Rs. 5,970), and Transport Allowance (TA) set at Rs. 1,350 plus DA on TA (Rs. 715.5), the gross monthly salary amounts to approximately Rs. 38,482. After mandatory statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 3,045) and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary for a newly recruited technician in a Class X city stands at approximately Rs. 35,000. This competitive compensation package is further augmented by running allowances for ALP profiles and annual increments as per standard Central Government rules.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment under the NMI Authority strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Upper age limit relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A vertical reservation of 10% is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Additionally, women candidates, SC/ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen are eligible for full application fee concessions, ensuring equitable access and representation across all administrative and technical cadres.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Alp and Technicians Filters Year of

What is the normalization method used for multi-shift examinations?

The NMI Authority utilizes a standard percentile-based normalization formula to equate difficulty levels across different shifts, ensuring fair evaluation of candidate performance.

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

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service indemnity bond to serve the NMI Authority for a minimum period of 3 years post-training, or refund the training costs.

What is the duration of the probation period for ALP and Technicians?

Newly recruited candidates undergo a mandatory probation period of 2 years, which includes structured institutional and on-the-job technical training in their respective trades.

Are candidates with a Diploma or Degree in Engineering eligible for the Technician Fitter post?

No, the Technician Fitter post specifically requires an ITI or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in the Fitter trade. Higher engineering degrees are only eligible for ALP posts.

What are the specific visual standards required for the Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) role?

Candidates must possess Class A-1 medical fitness, which requires a distant vision of 6/6, 6/6 without glasses, and near vision of 0.6, 0.6 without glasses, along with passing color vision tests.

How are the final posting locations determined for successful candidates?

Posting locations are allocated based on the candidate's merit rank, preferred choices submitted during the application process, and the real-time vacancy distribution across different operational zones.