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And Internships Archive

Official gazetted recruitment notification for And Internships Archive administered by NSG Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NSG 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

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Addendum Corrigendum 8211 Hiring of Audit Consultancy Services	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Addendum Dates of Walk in Written Screening Test and Interview Are 6 9 Dec 2	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Addendum Re Opening of Faculty Recruitment Process Dated	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
And Discipline	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by NSG

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
GEM Bid Canteen Service Best Price on Fixed Menu Rate Model 1 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
GEM Bid Canteen Service Best Price on Fixed Menu Rate Model Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
GEM Bid Request for Proposal Appointment of Actuarial Valuers Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
GEM Bidding Document Pointer Link 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 And Internships Archive?

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 NSG Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NSG Authority recruitment portal and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, a valid email address, and an active mobile number to generate login credentials.

Log in with OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, specifying educational qualifications, internship management experience, and archival certification details as required by the eligibility criteria.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificates, degree transcripts, professional experience certificates, and a recent passport-sized photograph and signature, conforming to the specified file dimensions.

Remit the prescribed application fee online using integrated payment gateways like net banking, UPI, or credit/debit cards, ensuring to download and save the generated transaction receipt for future reference.

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

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for And Internships Archive 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, General Awareness with focus on National Security and Public Administration
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Paper	200 Marks, 180 Minutes	Archival Science and Records Management, Information Technology in Archives, Internship Program Administration, Data Security and Classification Protocols, Office Management Procedures
Stage 3: Document Verification and Physical Standards Evaluation	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of original academic transcripts, Caste/EWS certificates validation, No Objection Certificate (NOC) for serving employees, Basic physical fitness and medical standards assessment
Stage 4: Final Merit List and Interview	50 Marks, 45 Minutes	Personal Interview, Communication Skills, Problem-solving in Archival Management, Strategic Planning for Institutional Internship Programs, Psychometric Evaluation

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Officer (Archives and Internships) cadre within the National Security Guard (NSG) Authority is classified under 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) set at 53% (Rs. 23,797), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% (Rs. 13,470), the compensation is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908) totaling Rs. 5,508 is provided. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 87,675. After mandatory statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 6,870) and CGHS/Professional Tax (approx. Rs. 1,000), the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at Rs. 79,805, subject to future 8th CPC revisions.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) official guidelines, the NSG Authority strictly implements statutory reservations. Upper age limit relaxations are granted to reserved categories: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) subject to valid income and asset certificates. Furthermore, all female candidates, SC/ST candidates, and PwBD personnel are fully exempted from paying the application fee to promote diversity and equal opportunity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — And Internships Archive

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the Stage 1 Screening Test?

The minimum qualifying cutoff marks are 40% for General/EWS candidates, 35% for OBC, and 30% for SC/ST candidates, though actual shortlisting depends on the vacancy-to-candidate ratio.

Is there a normalization process applied to the exam scores?

Yes, multi-shift exam scores are normalized using the standard equipercentile method approved by DoPT to ensure equity across different difficulty levels of question papers.

Does this post carry a mandatory service bond or liability?

Selected candidates must execute a service surety bond of Rs. 2,00,000 to serve the NSG Authority for a minimum period of three years from the date of appointment.

What is the duration of the probation period for the recruited officers?

The selected candidates will be placed on a mandatory probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and adaptability to the security environment are evaluated.

Can candidates with a general degree apply for the Archive and Internship Officer post?

While a Bachelor's degree is mandatory, candidates must also possess a Post Graduate Diploma in Archival Studies or at least two years of experience in managing institutional archives or internship programs.

Where will the selected officers be posted after recruitment?

The primary posting will be at the NSG Headquarters in New Delhi, but officers are liable to be posted at any of the regional hubs or training centers across India.