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Addendum to Clri Notification 03 2022 Engagement of Project Associates T

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Addendum to Clri Notification 03 2022 Engagement of Project Associates T administered by NPTI Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NPTI Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-08-01 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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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Addendum to Clri Notification 03 2022 Engagement of Project Associates T?

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 2026-08-01. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NPTI Authority?

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NPTI 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 with credentials to fill out the detailed online application form, entering academic qualifications, professional experience, and specific project preferences as per the CLRI Addendum guidelines.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificate, degree transcripts, GATE/NET scorecard, caste certificate (if applicable), and a recent passport-sized photograph in the prescribed JPEG/PDF formats.

Remit the application fee online through the integrated payment gateway using Net Banking, Credit/Debit Cards, or UPI, and download the system-generated fee receipt for future reference.

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the admit card or interview call letter prior to the examination.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Addendum to Clri Notification 03 2022 Engagement of Project Associates T 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 / 90 Minutes	General Aptitude, Quantitative Ability, Logical Reasoning, Basic English Language Proficiency, General Awareness of Power and Leather Sectors
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Test	120 Marks / 120 Minutes	Engineering Mathematics, Chemical Technology, Leather Material Science, Environmental Engineering, Process Control and Instrumentation
Stage 3: Document Verification and Technical Interview	50 Marks / 30 Minutes	Academic Project Defense, Practical Lab Methodologies, Standard Operating Procedures, Verification of Original Certificates and Experience Letters
Stage 4: Final Merit List and Medical Examination	Qualifying / No Marks	General Physical Fitness Standards, Visual Acuity Test, Color Blindness Screening, Final Verification of Character and Antecedents

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Project Associate (T) position under the NPTI Authority, aligned with the Addendum to CLRI Notification 03/2022, corresponds to Level 6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. The entry-level basic pay is established at Rs. 35,400. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (Rs. 18,762), the gross emoluments are further enhanced by House Rent Allowance (HRA) depending on the city classification: Class X (30% or Rs. 10,620), Class Y (20% or Rs. 7,080), and Class Z (10% or Rs. 3,540). Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 3,600 plus DA (totaling Rs. 5,508) for Class X cities. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary for a Class X posting amounts to approximately Rs. 70,290. After mandatory statutory deductions of 10% towards the National Pension System (NPS) (Rs. 5,416) and Professional Tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 64,500, ensuring a highly competitive compensation package.

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 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 vertical quota of 10% is reserved for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in compliance with central mandates, women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee to promote diversity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Addendum to Clri Notification 03 20

What is the cut-off criteria for the screening test under this addendum?

The minimum qualifying cut-off is 50% for General/EWS categories and 45% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD categories. However, actual shortlisting for the next stage depends on the relative merit and vacancy ratio.

Will there be normalization of marks across different exam shifts?

Yes, if the screening test is conducted in multiple shifts, NPTI will apply the standard multi-shift percentile-based normalization formula approved by the DoPT to ensure equity.

Is there a service bond or minimum commitment period for Project Associates?

There is no financial service bond, but selected candidates must sign an undertaking to serve for a minimum of one year or until the completion of the specific project, whichever is earlier.

What is the duration of the probation or training period?

Since these are project-based contract engagements, there is no formal probation period. Performance is reviewed quarterly, and extensions are granted based on satisfactory progress and funding availability.

Where can I access the detailed syllabus for the domain specialization paper?

The detailed syllabus is available on the NPTI and CLRI official portals under the recruitment tab. It aligns with the standard GATE syllabus for Chemical and Materials Engineering.

What are the primary posting locations for the selected Project Associates?

Selected candidates will be primarily posted at NPTI regional institutes or CLRI laboratories across India, depending on the specific project requirements and administrative allocations.