Selection Process for Various Posts (Scientist/Engineer, Technical Assistant, Nurse, etc.)

General Instructions for Applicants Applicants will be allowed to appear for the Written Test based solely on the details provided in their application. Candidates who qualify in the Written Test and are shortlisted for Skill Test/Interview must produce their original certificates/documents for verification. Failure to do so will result in immediate cancellation of their candidature. ### 7. Selection Process #### 7.1 Selection Process for Scientist/Engineer 'SC' Mode of Selection: The selection process will involve a Written Test and an Interview. The Written Test is designed to assess both the breadth and depth of the candidate's theoretical and practical knowledge of the prescribed curriculum. Shortlisting: Based on Written Test performance, candidates will be shortlisted for the Interview, generally in a 1:5 ratio with a minimum of 10 candidates per category-wise number of vacancies. Weightage for Selection: 50% weightage will be given to Written Test marks and 50% weightage to Interview marks. Question Paper Template: | Category | Description | For Post Code 01 & 02 | For Post Code 03 to 06 | | :-------------------- | :--------------------------------- | :-------------------- | :------------------- | | Part A (Area/Discipline Specific) | Duration | 75 Minutes | 90 Minutes | | | Total Marks | 60 Marks (+1 & -1/3 marking) | 80 Marks (+1 & -1/3 marking) | | | Type of Question | Multiple Choice Question | Multiple Choice Question | | | No. of Questions | 60 | 80 | | Part B (Aptitude/Ability Test) | Duration | 30 Minutes | 30 Minutes | | | Total Marks | 20 Marks (No negative marking) | 20 Marks (No negative marking) | | | Type of Question | Multiple Choice Question | Multiple Choice Question | | Part C (Descriptive Questions) | No. of Questions | Maximum 15 | Not Applicable | | | Duration | 30 Minutes | | | | Total Marks | 20 Marks | | | Overall Total Marks | | 100 Marks | 100 Marks | Pass Criteria: | Category | Written Test | Interview | Qualifying criteria | | :--------------------- | :------------------------------------ | :---------------- | :------------------ | | For Post Code 01 & 06 | 50% each in Part A, B & C | 50/100 Marks | Aggregate 60% | | For Post Code 02 to 05 | 50% each in Part A, B & C | 50/100 Marks | Aggregate 60% | Empanelment: Empanelment will be based on the aggregate of Written Test and Interview marks, subject to the number of vacancies notified. In case of a tie in scores, the academic score of the essential qualification will be the first tie-breaker. The second tie-breaker, if needed, will be the age of the candidate (older candidate will be placed ahead). #### 7.2 Selection Process for Technical Assistant/Scientific Assistant/Library Assistant 'A'/ Technician –B/ Draughtsman-B Mode of Selection: The selection will consist of a Written Test and a Skill Test. The Written Test will be conducted to assess the candidate's in-depth theoretical and practical knowledge within the prescribed curriculum. Pattern of Exam: | Name of the Post | Written Test | Skill Test | | :------------------------------------------------------------- | :------------------------------------------------ | :---------------------------- | | Technical Assistant/Scientific Assistant/Library Assistant 'A'/ Technician –B/Draughtsman-B | 80 Multiple Choice Questions in 1.5 hours (+1/-0.33 for each correct/wrong answer) | 100 Marks (Qualifying nature) | Pass Criteria: | Category | Written Test | Skill Test | | :----------------------------- | :------------- | :------------ | | Unreserved Candidates | 32/80 Marks | 50/100 Marks | | Reserved Candidates (if post is reserved) | 24/80 Marks | 40/100 Marks | Note: The Skill Test will be purely 'go-no-go' in nature, and marks obtained in the Skill Test will not be considered for final selection. Shortlisting for Skill Test: Candidates will be shortlisted for the Skill Test based on their performance in the Written Test, in a 1:5 ratio category-wise, with a minimum of 10 candidates. Candidates will be called in batches for the Skill Test according to evaluation results versus vacancies. Empanelment: Empanelment will be based on the marks obtained in the Written Test, subject to the number of vacancies notified. In case of a tie in Written Test scores, the academic scores of the essential qualification (Post-graduation/Graduation/Diploma, SSC/SSLC, ITI/NTC/NAC, as applicable) will be the first tie-breaker. The second tie-breaker, if needed, will be the age of the candidate (senior candidate will be placed ahead). #### 7.3 Selection Process for Nurse 'B', Radiographer-A & Cook Mode of Selection: The selection will consist of a Written Test and a Skill Test. The Written Test aims to assess the candidate's in-depth theoretical and practical knowledge of the prescribed curriculum. Skill Test: The Skill Test will be purely 'go-no-go' in nature, and marks obtained in the Skill Test will not be considered for final selection. Final Selection: Final selection will be based on the marks obtained in the Written Test, among candidates who have qualified the Skill Test, subject to the number of vacancies notified.