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Amendment Recruitment Rules

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Amendment Recruitment Rules administered by NPTI Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NPTI Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) 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. 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

Related Active Openings under NPTI

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Addendum to the Post of Dy General Manager Civil Dy General	1 Openings	₹1982-83 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Addendum to Clri Advt 05 2022 Recruitment to the 15 Posts of Scientist G	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Addendum to Clri Notification 03 2022 Engagement of Project Associates T	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-08-01
Amendment in Notification of Iqac Dated 2023 Jpg	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by NPTI

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Functions of Community Welfare Wing Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Funding Opportunities Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Funding Oppurtunities Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
GEM Bid for Stationary Items Vide Bid GEM 2024 B 5212429 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 Amendment Recruitment Rules?

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 2026-09-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NPTI Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Visit the official NPTI portal, navigate to the recruitment section, and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal, contact, and email details to generate login credentials.

Log in with the generated credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying educational qualifications, professional experiences, and choosing preferred examination centers across India.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificates, degree transcripts, category certificates, and passport-sized photographs conforming to the specified dimensions and file size limits.

Remit the non-refundable application fee online using integrated payment gateways via credit/debit cards, net banking, or UPI, and download the generated transaction receipt for confirmation.

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

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Amendment Recruitment Rules 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	120 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, General Awareness, and Basic Power Sector Knowledge.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	Power Engineering, Thermal and Hydro Generation, Transmission and Distribution Systems, Renewable Energy Integration, and Indian Electricity Grid Code.
Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of original academic degrees, caste certificates, experience letters, and a comprehensive medical fitness assessment by an authorized medical board.
Stage 4: Final Merit List & Interview	30 Marks (Interview), Cumulative Merit	Evaluation of technical competence, leadership qualities, communication skills, and overall suitability for the administrative and technical roles in NPTI.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Under the Amendment Recruitment Rules of the NPTI Authority, the designated Group A post is aligned with Level 10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, featuring an entry basic pay of Rs. 56,100. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53%, amounting to Rs. 29,733, and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities calculated at 30% (Rs. 16,830), the compensation is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816) yields a total TA of Rs. 11,016. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary reaches approximately Rs. 1,13,679. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 8,583) and professional tax, the estimated in-hand net monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 1,03,679. This robust pay structure ensures the attraction of top-tier technical and administrative talent to the national power training cadre.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, the recruitment enforces strict statutory reservations. This includes a 5-year age relaxation for SC/ST candidates, a 3-year relaxation for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates, and a 10-year relaxation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in line with central government directives, women candidates are granted complete exemption from the application fee to promote gender diversity, and relaxation in qualifying marks is applied where applicable.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Amendment Recruitment Rules

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the CBT?

The minimum qualifying cutoff is 50% for General/EWS candidates and 40% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates, subject to change based on the overall difficulty level of the exam.

Will normalization be applied to the exam scores?

Yes, if the computer-based test is conducted in multiple shifts, the standard equipercentile normalization method approved by DoPT will be utilized to ensure equity.

Is there a service bond associated with this recruitment?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service bond of Rupees Two Lakhs to serve NPTI for a minimum period of three years from their date of joining.

What is the probation period for the newly recruited officers?

Newly appointed officers will undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their performance and conduct will be evaluated before confirmation.

Where can I access the detailed syllabus for the domain-specific paper?

The detailed, topic-wise syllabus is appended to the official Amendment Recruitment Rules notification available on the NPTI website under the vacancy tab.

Where will the initial posting of the selected candidates be?

Selected candidates can be posted at any of the NPTI institutes located across India, including Faridabad, New Delhi, Bengaluru, Neyveli, Durgapur, Guwahati, or Nagpur.