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Amended Recruitment Rule of Director of Animal Husbandry

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Amended Recruitment Rule of Director of Animal Husbandry 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: 2026-06-12 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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Addendum to Advt Recruitment of 13 Posts of Government College Principa	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-08-11
Addendum to Advt 01 2019	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-08-11
Addendum to Advt 02 2021 Extension of Last Date of Submission of Online	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-01-21
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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Amended Recruitment Rule of Director of Animal Husbandry?

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 2026-06-12. 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

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

Log in using OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying academic qualifications, professional experience in animal husbandry, and administrative achievements as per amended rules.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including educational certificates, experience proofs, caste certificates (if applicable), signature, and a recent passport-sized photograph in the prescribed JPEG/PDF format.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online through integrated payment gateways using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to download and save the transaction receipt.

Submit the finalized application form, download the generated confirmation page for future reference, and await the release of the e-admit card on the official portal.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Amended Recruitment Rule of Director of Animal Husbandry 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 Administration, Public Policy in Animal Husbandry, Financial Rules & Budgeting, Data Interpretation
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	300 Marks, 180 Minutes	Veterinary Public Health, Livestock Development Schemes, Epidemiology & Disease Control, Amended Recruitment Rules & Regulatory Frameworks
Stage 3: Personal Interview & Presentation	100 Marks, 45 Minutes	Leadership Skills, Vision for Animal Husbandry Sector, Problem Solving, Policy Implementation Strategies
Stage 4: Document Verification & Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of Original Testimonials, Physical Fitness Standards, Character and Antecedents Verification

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Director of Animal Husbandry under the amended recruitment rules is designated at Level 13 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (with transition projections for the 8th CPC). The entry-level basic pay is established at Rs. 1,23,100. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (amounting to Rs. 65,243), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% (amounting to Rs. 36,930), along with a Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816), the gross monthly salary reaches approximately Rs. 2,36,289. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% on Basic plus DA (Rs. 18,834) and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 2,15,000. This highly lucrative package reflects the senior administrative and technical responsibilities of the directorial cadre.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, the recruitment strictly implements vertical and horizontal reservations. Age 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 quota is reserved for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in line with central government welfare directives, women candidates and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee to promote gender diversity and inclusivity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Amended Recruitment Rule of Directo

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the written screening test?

The minimum qualifying cutoff is 40% for General/EWS candidates, 35% for OBC, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates, though actual selection depends on merit ranking.

Is there a normalization process applied to the examination scores?

Yes, if the screening test is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard equipercentile normalization method will be applied to ensure equity across different paper difficulties.

Is there a service bond required upon selection for the Director post?

No service bond is mandated, but selected candidates must execute a standard undertaking to serve the organization for a minimum period of three years.

What is the duration of the probation period for the Director of Animal Husbandry?

The selected candidate will be on a probation period of one year, which may be extended by the competent authority based on performance evaluations.

Does the syllabus include questions on the latest 2024 amendments to the recruitment rules?

Yes, the Cadre Domain Specialization paper specifically covers the amended recruitment rules, administrative powers, and updated regulatory frameworks of the department.

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

The primary posting will be at the headquarters in New Delhi, with liability for all-India service depending on administrative requirements and regional offices.