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Addendum to Advt 02 2021 Extension of Last Date of Submission of Online

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Addendum to Advt 02 2021 Extension of Last Date of Submission of Online administered by NPPA Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NPPA 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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Fuji Drill Machine Spares TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
GEM Bid for Repair and Overhauling Service 1250 Kva 33 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 Addendum to Advt 02 2021 Extension of Last Date of Submission of Online?

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 NPPA Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Navigate to the official NPPA portal, access the recruitment tab for Advt 02/2021, and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal, educational, and contact details.

Log in with the generated credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying post preferences, academic qualifications, and professional experience relevant to the pharmaceutical or statistical domain.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificate for age proof, degree certificates, category certificates, and passport-sized photograph with signature, strictly adhering to specified file formats.

Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to remit the application fee online using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to download and save the generated transaction receipt.

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page for future reference, and regularly monitor the NPPA portal for the release of the e-admit cards prior to the examination.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Addendum to Advt 02 2021 Extension of Last Date of Submission of Online 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 (CBST)	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, English Language, and basic awareness of the Indian pharmaceutical sector and drug pricing regulations.
Stage 2: Domain Specialization Written Exam	200 Marks, 180 Minutes	Essential Commodities Act, DPCO 2013, pharmaceutical chemistry, health economics, data analysis, public policy, and financial management principles relevant to NPPA.
Stage 3: Document Verification and Personal Interview	50 Marks, 30 Minutes	Verification of original academic and experience credentials, assessment of communication skills, domain knowledge, and suitability for regulatory administration in the pharmaceutical sector.
Stage 4: Medical Examination and Merit List	Qualifying, No Marks	Comprehensive medical fitness evaluation as per Central Civil Services (CCS) standards, followed by the publication of the final merit list based on cumulative scores.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment under NPPA Advt 02/2021 for Group B Gazetted posts is mapped to Level 7 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. The entry basic pay is established at Rs. 44,900 per month. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) rate of 53%, the DA component amounts to Rs. 23,797. House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities (like New Delhi, where NPPA is headquartered) is calculated at 30% of basic pay, totaling Rs. 13,470. Transport Allowance (TA) is set at Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), totaling Rs. 5,508. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary reaches approximately Rs. 87,675. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% (Basic + DA) amounting to Rs. 6,870, along with CGHS and CGEGIS deductions, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at Rs. 80,175, subject to future 8th CPC revisions.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the consolidated guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India, this recruitment enforces statutory reservations. Upper age limit relaxations are granted to Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) for up to 5 years, and to Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL) for up to 3 years. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year age relaxation. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) under prevailing DoPT OMs. Additionally, full application fee exemptions are provided to SC, ST, PwBD, and women candidates.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Addendum to Advt 02 2021 Extension

What is the significance of the extension notice for Advt 02/2021?

The addendum extends the online application submission deadline, allowing eligible candidates additional time to register, upload documents, and complete fee payments on the NPPA portal.

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

There is no mandatory service bond, but selected candidates must undergo a mandatory probation period of two years before being confirmed in the permanent cadre.

What is the probation period and where will the posting be?

The probation period is two years. Since the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) is headquartered in New Delhi, the primary posting location will be New Delhi.

Will there be normalization of marks across different shifts?

Yes, if the Computer Based Screening Test is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard multi-shift normalization formula approved by DoPT will be applied to ensure equity.

What are the minimum qualifying cutoff marks for the screening test?

The minimum qualifying marks are 40% for General/EWS, 35% for OBC, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates, though actual cutoffs depend on vacancy ratios.

Can candidates apply for multiple posts under this addendum?

Yes, candidates can apply for multiple posts if they meet the distinct eligibility criteria for each, provided they submit separate applications and pay the requisite fees.