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Additional District Magistrate Dev Darjeeling

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Additional District Magistrate Dev Darjeeling administered by NWDA Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NWDA 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
Additional Directors Or Coordinators	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Additional District Commissioner	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Anganwadi Assistant	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Anganwadi Helper	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by NWDA

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
GEM Bid for Catering Service Event Based GEM Bid GEM 2026 B 7227179 Date Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
GEM Bid for Customized Amc Cmc for Pre Owned Products Computerized Ect Mach Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
GEM Bid for Financial Advisory Services Offsite Tax Advisory Vide Bid Ge Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
GEM Bidding 8308887 1 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 Additional District Magistrate Dev Darjeeling?

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 NWDA Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NWDA recruitment portal, locate the active notification for ADM Dev Darjeeling, and complete the One-Time Registration by providing your primary personal and contact details.

Log in using your system-generated credentials to fill out the detailed application form, including comprehensive academic qualifications, past administrative experience, and preferred examination center choices.

Upload high-resolution scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph, signature, caste or category certificates, and essential educational transcripts in the prescribed PDF and JPEG formats.

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

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page for future reference, and monitor the portal for the release of the system-generated admit card.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Additional District Magistrate Dev Darjeeling 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 Studies and Current Affairs, Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, English Language Proficiency
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization	300 Marks, 180 Minutes	Administrative Law and Governance, Land Revenue Laws and Reforms, Public Administration and Policy, Socio-Economic Development of Hill Areas
Stage 3: Personal Interview and Personality Test	100 Marks, 45 Minutes	Leadership and Decision-Making Skills, Situational Judgment, Communication and Interpersonal Skills, Knowledge of Regional Administrative Issues
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of Original Academic Credentials, Caste and Category Certificate Validation, Comprehensive Physical Fitness Standards, Character and Antecedents Verification

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Additional District Magistrate (Dev Darjeeling) post under the NWDA Authority is classified under Level 12 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of INR 78,800. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (INR 41,764), the salary is highly competitive. Since Darjeeling is categorized as a Class Z city for House Rent Allowance (HRA), the HRA is calculated at 9% of the basic pay, amounting to INR 7,092. The Transport Allowance (TA) is set at INR 3,600 plus DA on TA (INR 1,908), totaling INR 5,508. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately INR 1,33,164. After mandatory deductions, including 10% towards the National Pension System (NPS) (INR 12,056) and professional tax/insurance, the estimated in-hand net monthly salary is approximately INR 1,20,164, which will scale further under the upcoming 8th CPC recommendations.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, this recruitment enforces a strict statutory reservation policy. It provides a 10% vertical quota for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) and standard relaxations in the upper age limit: 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). Furthermore, women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee, promoting diverse and inclusive public service representation.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Additional District Magistrate Dev

How are the category-wise cutoffs determined for the ADM Dev Darjeeling post?

Category-wise cutoffs are calculated based on the total number of vacancies, the difficulty level of the exam, and the overall performance of candidates in each category.

Is there a normalization process applied to the written exam scores?

Yes, if the written examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard equipercentile normalization method is applied to ensure fair evaluation.

Is there a mandatory service bond or minimum service agreement for this cadre?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service bond to serve the authority for a minimum period of 3 years, or pay a specified indemnity amount.

What is the duration and nature of the probation period upon appointment?

Appointed officers undergo a mandatory probation period of 2 years, during which they receive specialized field training and must pass departmental exams.

Are there specific regional laws included in the descriptive syllabus?

Yes, the syllabus includes regional administrative frameworks, specifically the West Bengal Land Reforms Act and the Gorkhaland Territorial Administration (GTA) Act.

Where will the selected candidates be primarily posted under this recruitment?

The primary posting for this role is in the Darjeeling district, focusing on regional developmental administration, with potential transfers within the authority's jurisdiction.