NOKLAK Recruitment Dossier

Consultant

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Consultant administered by NOKLAK Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NOKLAK Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) 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. 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

Related Active Openings under NOKLAK

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Chief Accounts Officer Fa	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-08-03
Chief Administrative Officer	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-08-14
Chief Commissioner Persons with Disabilities	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Completion of Recruitment Process of Advertisements 07 2023 08 2023 an	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by NOKLAK

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Price Bid Opening Meeting Link at 3 30 Pm Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Price Bid Opening Meeting Link Date at 11 30 Am Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Price Bid Opening Meeting Link Date at 04 00 Pm Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Procurement of Cylinder Gp 1402 Title Cylinder for Cat 460 Hp	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 Consultant?

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 2026-09-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NOKLAK Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official Noklak District recruitment portal and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing a valid email, mobile number, and basic personal details to generate unique login credentials.

Log in using the generated credentials to fill out the comprehensive online application form, detailing academic qualifications, professional consultancy experience, and specific domain preferences.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including educational certificates, experience letters, matriculation certificate for age proof, and a recent passport-sized photograph and signature in the prescribed format.

Proceed to the secure payment gateway to pay the non-refundable application fee using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to save the transaction receipt for future reference.

Submit the finalized application form, download the generated confirmation page, and monitor the portal regularly for the release of the e-Admit Card prior to the screening process.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Consultant 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: Written Screening Test	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language and Comprehension, General Awareness of Nagaland and Northeast India
Stage 2: Domain Specialization and Case Study	150 Marks, 180 Minutes	Public Policy and Governance, Project Management and Monitoring, Rural Development and Tribal Welfare Schemes, Financial Management and Budgeting
Stage 3: Personal Interview and Presentation	50 Marks, 30 Minutes	Communication Skills, Problem-Solving Scenarios, Presentation on Regional Development Strategy, Leadership and Stakeholder Management
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Fitness	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of Original Academic and Experience Certificates, Identity Verification, Standard Medical Fitness Examination by Authorized Medical Board

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Noklak Authority recruits Consultants typically on a contractual or co-terminus basis mapped to Level 11 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, featuring an Entry Basic Pay of Rs. 67,700. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% amounting to Rs. 35,881, House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Z cities like Noklak at 9% amounting to Rs. 6,093, and Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 3,200 plus DA on TA of Rs. 1,696, the Gross Monthly Salary is approximately Rs. 1,14,570. For regularized or standard NPS-applicable positions, a 10% deduction of Basic plus DA (Rs. 10,358) is directed toward the National Pension System, alongside minor professional tax and insurance deductions. This results in an estimated Net In-Hand Salary of approximately Rs. 1,03,000 per month, offering a highly competitive compensation package designed to attract top-tier administrative and technical expertise to the region.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment by the Noklak Authority strictly adheres to the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) and Government of Nagaland reservation guidelines. Age relaxations are granted to reserved categories: up to 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is implemented for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Additionally, in line with state policies, local tribal quotas and concessions on application fees are provided to women and PwBD candidates to promote inclusive public service representation.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Consultant

What is the minimum educational qualification required for the Consultant post?

Candidates must possess a Master's Degree in Public Policy, Economics, Social Work, Business Administration, or a relevant specialized field from a recognized university, along with a minimum of 3 years of post-qualification experience.

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

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service agreement or bond to serve the Noklak Authority for a minimum period of one year, which is extendable based on performance and project requirements.

What is the probation period for a newly recruited Consultant?

The position is initially on a contractual probation period of six months. Upon satisfactory performance evaluation, the contract is renewed annually or transitioned to a regular cadre as per authority guidelines.

How is the final merit list calculated for selection?

The final merit list is prepared based on a weighted score: 60% weightage to the Written Screening and Domain tests, 30% to the Personal Interview and Presentation, and 10% to relevant work experience.

Will there be any normalization of marks across different shifts?

If the written examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard equipercentile normalization method approved by the DoPT will be applied to ensure fair and unbiased scoring across all batches.

Where will the primary posting location be for the selected Consultants?

The primary posting will be at the Noklak District Headquarters in Nagaland, with occasional travel required to sub-divisional offices and rural project sites for field monitoring and evaluation.