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Chief Electoral Officer Manipur

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Chief Electoral Officer Manipur administered by NORTHGOA Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NORTHGOA 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

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Chief Electoral Officer Jandk	1 Openings	Rs. 18,000 - 19,900 (Level-1)	2026-08-14
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Covid 19 Appointment of Chief Nodal Officer Covid Management to Coordin	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Covid 19 Appointment of Nodal Officers to Ensure Effective Measures to	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by NORTHGOA

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Printer Cartridge Toner TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Printing of Annual Accounts TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Printing of Annual Report TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Procurement of Engine Model Qst30c Suitable for Beml Make	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 Electoral Officer Manipur?

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 NORTHGOA Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

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

Log in using OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, ensuring accurate entry of academic qualifications, professional experience, and administrative achievements as per the eligibility criteria.

Upload scanned high-resolution copies of essential documents, including educational certificates, age proof, category certificates, and a recent passport-sized photograph with signature, conforming to the specified file dimensions.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to pay the non-refundable application fee 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 e-Admit Card, which must be downloaded and printed, containing the designated exam center, date, session timings, and mandatory candidate instructions.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Chief Electoral Officer Manipur 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 Examination	200 Marks / 120 Minutes	General Studies, Indian Polity and Governance, Current Affairs of National and International Importance, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude
Stage 2: Domain Specialization and Electoral Laws	300 Marks / 180 Minutes	Representation of the People Act 1950 and 1951, Delimitation Act, Conduct of Election Rules 1961, Electoral Roll Management, Constitutional Provisions for Elections
Stage 3: Personal Interview and Viva-Voce	100 Marks / 45 Minutes	Administrative Leadership, Crisis Management, Communication Skills, Knowledge of Regional Issues in Manipur, Decision-Making Scenarios
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Fitness	Qualifying / Non-Graded	Verification of Original Academic Credentials, Caste and Category Validation, Identity Verification, Comprehensive Medical Examination by Authorized Board

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The post of Chief Electoral Officer under the NORTHGOA Authority is positioned at Level 14 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, corresponding to the Super Time Scale. The entry-level basic pay is established at Rs. 1,44,200 per month. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) calculated at 53% (amounting to Rs. 76,426), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Y cities at 20% (Rs. 28,840), and Transport Allowance (TA) set at Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (totaling Rs. 11,016), the estimated Gross Monthly Salary reaches Rs. 2,60,482. After mandatory statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% on Basic plus DA (Rs. 22,063) and Income Tax, the net in-hand monthly salary is projected to be approximately Rs. 2,32,000, ensuring a highly competitive and secure executive remuneration package.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment under the NORTHGOA Authority strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Age relaxation is granted up to 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), and 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC) candidates. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year age relaxation. A vertical quota of 10% is reserved for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in line with progressive gender-equality mandates, women candidates across all categories are fully exempted from paying the application fee.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Chief Electoral Officer Manipur

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the written examination stages?

The minimum qualifying cutoff is set at 40% for General/EWS candidates, 35% for OBC candidates, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates in each individual paper to be eligible for the interview stage.

Will normalization be applied to the written exam scores?

Yes, if the written examination is conducted across multiple shifts, a standard equipercentile normalization method will be implemented to ensure parity and fairness in the final score calculation.

Is there a service bond or minimum service commitment for this post?

Selected candidates must execute a service indemnity bond of Rs. 2,00,000 or serve the authority for a minimum period of three years from the date of joining the service.

What is the duration of the probation period for the Chief Electoral Officer?

The selected officer will be placed on a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their administrative performance, conduct, and leadership capabilities will be closely evaluated.

Where can I access the detailed, topic-wise syllabus for the domain specialization paper?

The comprehensive, topic-wise syllabus is available on the official NORTHGOA Authority portal under the 'Recruitment Rules and Syllabus' tab, specifically tailored to electoral administration.

What are the primary posting locations for this cadre?

The primary posting for this role is at the headquarters of the Chief Electoral Officer in Imphal, Manipur, with occasional deputation or administrative postings as directed by the Commission.