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Addendum to the Post of Instructor Airframe and Power Plant La Cp

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Addendum to the Post of Instructor Airframe and Power Plant La Cp administered by NPCC Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NPCC Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-01-21 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. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	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 to the Post of Instructor Airframe and Power Plant La Cp?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) 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 2026-01-21. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NPCC Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NPCC recruitment portal and complete the One-Time Registration by providing your basic personal details, active email address, and mobile number to generate a unique registration ID.

Log in with your credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying your educational qualifications, aircraft maintenance experience, and preferred examination center locations.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including your DGCA license, academic certificates, passport-size photograph, and signature, ensuring they strictly conform to the specified file size and format.

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

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

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Addendum to the Post of Instructor Airframe and Power Plant La Cp 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 Screening Test	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language Proficiency, and General Awareness of Aviation Industry Trends.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	120 Marks, 150 Minutes	Airframe Systems, Gas Turbine Engines, Aircraft Materials, DGCA Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR), and Aviation Safety Procedures.
Stage 3: Skill and Practical Demonstration	Qualifying, 60 Minutes	Practical demonstration of airframe inspection, engine troubleshooting, and instructional delivery capabilities in a classroom environment.
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying	Verification of original DGCA licenses, academic credentials, and a comprehensive medical fitness assessment as per civil aviation standards.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The post of Instructor Airframe and Power Plant under the NPCC Authority is classified under Level 7 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, corresponding to an entry basic pay of Rs. 44,900. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53%, the DA component amounts to Rs. 23,797. House Rent Allowance (HRA) varies by city category: Class X cities receive 30% (Rs. 13,470), Class Y receive 20% (Rs. 8,980), and Class Z receive 10% (Rs. 4,490). Transport Allowance (TA) for Class X cities is structured at Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), totaling Rs. 5,508. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary in a Class X city is approximately Rs. 87,675. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 6,870) and professional taxes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 79,500.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines, this recruitment enforces statutory reservation policies. 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 - Non-Creamy Layer), and up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee, promoting inclusive participation across all categories.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Addendum to the Post of Instructor

What are the minimum qualifying cutoffs for the written examination?

The minimum qualifying marks are set at 40% for General/EWS candidates, 35% for OBC candidates, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates in each individual paper.

Will normalization be applied to the exam scores?

Yes, if the Computer Based Test is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard multi-shift normalization method approved by the NPCC Authority will be utilized.

Is there a service agreement or bond for this post?

Selected candidates must execute a service surety bond of Rs. 2,00,000 to serve the organization for a minimum period of three years post-training.

What is the duration of the probation period for the Instructor post?

The selected candidates will undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, which may be extended based on performance evaluations.

Is the syllabus aligned with DGCA CAR-66 modules?

Yes, the technical syllabus for the Cadre Domain Specialization is strictly aligned with the relevant modules of DGCA CAR-66 for Category B1.1/B2 licenses.

Where will the selected candidates be posted?

Initial postings will be at the major training centers of the NPCC Authority, with liability for transfer to any aviation base across India.