NORTH24PARGANAS Recruitment Dossier

Chief Election Officer Up

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Chief Election Officer Up administered by NORTH24PARGANAS Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NORTH24PARGANAS Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2023-03-24 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
Chief Data Officer	1 Openings	₹3T6 (Level-4)	2023-03-31
Chief Election Officer Uttar Pradesh Ceo Up	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2023-04-18
Contact Details of District Election Officers Officials	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2023-10-02
Contact Directory of Police Officers	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2020-10-08

Active Procurement Tenders by NORTH24PARGANAS

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Price Bid Meeting Link Date 28 Dec 2023 Time 02 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 4 00 Pm Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Price Bid Opening on 20 6 2024 for Arresting Seepages Roof Work Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Procurement of Day Old Duckling Under Sopd G 23 24	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 Chief Election Officer Up?

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 2023-03-24. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NORTH24PARGANAS Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain north24parganas.dcourts.gov.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official recruitment portal of North 24 Parganas Authority to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, a valid email address, and an active mobile number.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including educational certificates, caste validity, a recent passport-sized photograph, and signature, strictly adhering to the specified file size and format guidelines.

Fill out the detailed online application form, selecting the Chief Election Officer post, and carefully verify all entered administrative, academic, and professional experience details before saving.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to pay the application fee online using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the generated transaction receipt for future reference.

Monitor the portal for the release of the admit card, which must be downloaded and printed, containing the designated exam center, date, and mandatory instructions for the candidate.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Chief Election Officer Up 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	200 Marks / 120 Minutes	General Studies and Current Affairs, Indian Constitution and Polity, Electoral Laws in India, Representation of the People Act 1950 and 1951, Logical Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude
Stage 2: Domain Specialization Descriptive Paper	150 Marks / 180 Minutes	Election Management and Logistics, Conduct of Election Rules 1961, Delimitation of Constituencies, Administrative Law and Public Policy, E-Governance and IT Initiatives in Elections
Stage 3: Personal Interview & Personality Test	50 Marks / 30 Minutes	Communication and Leadership Skills, Administrative Aptitude, Situational Judgment and Crisis Management, Knowledge of Regional Administrative Structure
Stage 4: Document Verification & Medical Examination	Qualifying	Verification of Original Academic Credentials, Caste and Category Certificate Validation, Identity and Character Verification, Standard Civil Service Medical Fitness Standards

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Chief Election Officer post under the North 24 Parganas Authority is mapped to Level 11 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. The entry-level basic pay is established at Rs. 67,700 per month. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53%, amounting to Rs. 35,881, and House Rent Allowance (HRA) calculated for Class Y cities at 20% (Rs. 13,540), the remuneration is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 3,600 plus DA (totaling Rs. 5,508) is provided. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 1,22,629. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% on Basic plus DA (Rs. 10,358) and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 1,08,000, ensuring a robust financial package for selected administrative officers.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, this recruitment strictly implements statutory reservation guidelines. Upper age limit relaxations are granted to SC/ST candidates by 5 years, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) by 3 years, and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) by 10 years. A 10% vertical reservation is reserved for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) category. Furthermore, women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee, promoting inclusivity and equal opportunity across all administrative cadres in the state.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Chief Election Officer Up

How are the category-wise cutoffs determined for this recruitment?

Cutoffs are calculated dynamically based on the total number of vacancies, the difficulty level of the exam papers, and the overall performance distribution of candidates in each category.

Is there a normalization process applied to the multi-shift written exam?

Yes, a standard equi-percentile normalization method is applied to adjust for any variations in difficulty levels across different exam shifts, ensuring a fair merit list.

Is there a mandatory service bond required upon selection?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service indemnity bond of Rs. 2,00,000 to serve the authority for a minimum period of two years from the date of joining.

What is the duration and nature of the probation period?

Candidates undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their administrative performance, conduct, and execution of electoral duties are closely evaluated before final confirmation.

Does the syllabus focus more on general studies or electoral laws?

The syllabus is balanced, but Stage 2 heavily prioritizes electoral laws, including the Representation of the People Acts and administrative guidelines issued by the Election Commission.

Where will the selected Chief Election Officer be posted?

The primary posting will be within the administrative jurisdiction of the North 24 Parganas district, including sub-divisional headquarters and regional election offices.