National Institute of Plant Health Management, Hyderabad Various posts

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National Institute of Plant Health Management, Hyderabad
(An autonomous organization under the Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India)
National Institute of Plant Health Management invites applications for the following Posts on
DIRECT RECRUITMENT, OR TRANSFER ON DEPUTATION. The gist of pay and number
of posts are given below:
Sl.
No. Name of the Post No. of
Posts Pay band & Grade pay
Last Date
1 Registrar
- Deputation basis
1 Rs. 15600-39100/- & GP 7600/- 15.12.2013
2 Assistant Scientific Officer (PHE)
- Direct Recruitment or Deputation basis 2(UR) Rs.9,300-34,800 & GP Rs.4,200
25.11.2013
3 Office Superintendent (Admn.)
- Deputation basis 1 Rs.9,300-34,800 & GP Rs.4,200
4 Office Superintendent (Accounts)
- Deputation basis 1 Rs.9,300-34,800 & GP Rs.4,200
5 Stenographer
– Direct Recruitment
1 (OBC) Rs.5,200-20,200 & GP Rs.2,400
Tentative date of written test is 9.12.2013 (except Registrar post).
The details of educational qualifications, experience, age and other eligibility criteria, duties along
with syllabus for written test for appointment on Direct Recruitment / Deputation basis (including
relaxations, if any) for the posts and their duties along with application proforma may be accessed
from web http://niphm.gov.in.
Note: The Advertisement to the post of Personal Secretary published in the
Indian Express and Hindi Milap News Papers on 30.10.2013 stands
withdrawn.
REGISTRAR i/C
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QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
1 Registrar – 1 post Deputation basis
Age limit 56 years
The details of educational qualifications, experience, age and other eligibility criteria including duties
and application for the post of Registrar are hosted on web site(http://niphm.gov.in.) in a separately
file.
2 Assistant Scientific Officer
(Plant Health Engineering) – 2- posts - Direct Recruitment or Deputation basis
Age limit for direct recruits up to 35 years (age relax able in case of deputationists).
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
One Assistant Scientific Officer (Plant Health Engineering) – 2 posts
ESSENTIAL :
EDUCATIONAL : 1. A First or Second Class B.E/B.Tech Degree in Agricultural Engineering
with a total experience of 3 years of which at least 1 year in Application
Technology or Soil & Water Management. OR
2. M.E. /M. Tech or equivalent in the relevant subject with atleast one year
experience in Application Technology or Soil & Water Management.
DESIRABLE: Experience in teaching or research in relevant subjects as part of work experience.
TRANSFER ON DEPUTATION :
a. Persons under Central/state Governments/Universities/Recognized Research Institutions/ PSUs
/Statutory Semi Govt. or Autonomous organizations of Central/state Governments.
b. Holding analogous posts on regular basis. OR
With two years of service in the post having grade pay of Rs. 2,400 or above and
c. Possessing qualifications mentioned in above under essential and desirable qualifications.
However, one year relaxation from total experience will be given in the case of deputationists.
3 Office Superintendent
(Administration) – 1 post
Deputation basis
Age limit 55 years
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
TRANSFER ON DEPUTATION :
a. Persons under Central/state Governments/Universities/Recognized Research Institutions/ PSUs
/Statutory Semi Govt. or Autonomous organizations of Central/state Governments.
i. Holding analogous posts on regular basis. OR
ii. With six years of service in the post having grade pay of Rs. 2,400 or
b. Possessing qualifications mentioned below.
ESSENTIAL :
(1) A Bachelor Degree from recognized university or equivalent.
(2) 8 years experience in administration.
DESIRABLE:
1) Conversant with the Government Rules and Regulations/Office Procedures pertaining to
Administration, Stores, Estates and maintenance of records.
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4 Office Superintendent (Accounts) – 1 post Deputation basis
Age limit 55 years
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
TRANSFER ON DEPUTATION :
a. Persons under Central/state Governments/Universities/Recognized Research Institutions/ PSUs
/Statutory Semi Govt. or Autonomous organizations of Central/state Governments.
i.. Holding analogous posts on regular basis. OR
ii.. With six years of service in the post having grade pay of Rs. 2,400 or
b. Possessing qualifications mentioned below.
ESSENTIAL :
(1) A Bachelor Degree in commerce from a recognized university or equivalent.
(2) 8 years experience in accounts work.
(3) Knowledge of basic computer application.
DESIRABLE:
1) Conversant with the Government Rules and Regulations/Office Procedures pertaining to
Administration, Stores, Estates and maintenance of records.
5 Stenographer – 1 post (OBC) – by Direct Recruitment
Age limit for direct recruits upto 28 years
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
ESSENTIAL:
1. Bachelor Degree from recognized university.
2. Capacity to take down dictation Shorthand/Typing speed of 80/30 in English.
3. Knowledge of basic computer application and data entry.
DESIRABLE:
1) 2 years experience in stenography
2) Knowledge of Secretarial work.
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GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR DIRECT RECRUITMENT, OR TRANSFER
ON DEPUTATION POSTS:–
i. Age limit will be reckoned with reference to the closing date for receipt of the applications.
ii. “Relaxation of upper age limit in respect of reserved categories such as SC/ST/OBC/PHE/Exservicemen
etc., as per GOI orders. (in terms of G.I., Dept. of Per. & Trg., Notfn. No.
15012/6/98- Estt. (D), dated 21st December, 1998.
iii. The Rule of Reservation is not applicable in the case of deputationists. However, subject to
availability, eligible candidates belonging to reserved categories will be duly considered as per
rules in force.
iv. The Medical facilities applicable to government employees will be extended to the
deputationists.
v. In the case of direct recruitment the selected candidates will be governed by the New Pension
Scheme, 2004, Govt. of India.
vi. The Probation period for direct recruits will be Two years as per the rules in force.
vii. The applications in prescribed proforma should reach the Registrar i/C, National Institute of
Plant Health Management, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad 500 030, A.P. on or before 25.11.2013.
In case it takes time to obtain clearance from the Head of Department, an advance copy of the
application can be sent on or before the closing date.
viii. Attested copies of all educational qualifications along with experience, age relaxation and other
certificates are required to be enclosed invariably. Applications without proper enclosures will
not be considered for scrutiny.
ix. “Age and qualifications can be relaxed in exceptional cases by the Director General.”
x. Only candidates willing to take-up residence (throughout their service) within a radius of 3km
of NIPHM can apply.
xi. Please visit NIPHM website http://niphm.gov.in for the details of duties to be performed and for
downloading the prescribed application proforma.
xii. No correspondence will be entertained with the non-shortlisted or non-selected candidates.
Note: The Advertisement to the post of Personal Secretary published in the
Indian Express and Hindi Milap News Papers on 30.10.2013 stands
withdrawn.
DIRECTOR GENERAL
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P R O F O R M A
APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF…………………………….on Regular/ Deputation Basis
1. Name :
(in Block letters)
2. Father’s/Husband Name :
3. Date of Birth (in Christian era) :
4. Age (as on date 25.11.2013 ) : Years……..Months…………..Days…..………
5. ADDRESS FOR CORRESPONDENCE :
a. Present :
b. Permanent :
c. Email ID : 1.
2.
d. Mobile :
e. Phone No. (STD/ISD code) :
6. EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:-
(Enclose attested copies)
QUALIFICATION YEAR UNIVERSITY CLASS & % OF MARKS REMARKS
(Awards if any)
7. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS:-
(Enclose attested copies)
QUALIFICATION YEAR BOARD/
UNIVERSITY
CLASS & % OF MARKS REMARKS
(Awards if any)
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8. Details of employment in the chronological order in the table indicated below. Enclose a separate sheet,
duly authenticated by your signature, if the space below is insufficient.
(Enclose attested copies )
Office/Instt./
Organisation
Post held From To Scale of pay
and
basic pay
therein
Nature of
duties
performed
9. Nature of present employment i.e. ad-hoc or :
temporary or quasi-permanent or permanent.
10. Additional details about present employment. :
Please state whether working under:-
(indicate the name of your employer against
the relevant column)
(a) Central Government :
(b) State Government :
(c) Autonomous Organization :
(d) Public Undertakings :
(e) Universities :
(f) Others :
11. Present Pay & Grade Pay / Pay Band :
12. Additional information, if any, which you would like :
to mention in support of your suitability for the post.
(This among other things may provide information with regard to
(i) Additional academic qualifications :
(ii) Professional training :
(iii) Work experience (over and above the prescribed) :
(enclose a separate sheet if the space is insufficient)
13. Whether belongs to SC/ST/OBC/OC/
PH/EX-Serviceman (Proof to be enclosed)
as per GOI norms :
14. Remarks
(The candidates may indicate information with regard to
(i) research publications and reports and special projects :
(ii) Awards/scholarship/official appreciation :
(iii) affiliation with professional bodies/institutions/societies and :
(iv) any other information. :
(enclose a separate sheet if the space is insufficient)
15. I certify that particulars furnished above are true.
16. I am willing to stay in the quarters if allotted or within 3km radius of NIPHM for entire length of service.
Date :
Place : SIGNATURE OF CANDIDATE
It is certified that particulars furnished are correct and no disciplinary case is either pending or contemplated
against the officer and no penalty, major or minor, was imposed on the officer during the last 10 years and his
integrity is beyond doubt.
Dated:
Signature of the Head of
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Department (with Stamp)
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SYLLABUS FOR WRITTEN TEST
1. Assistant Scientific Officer’s : Selection to the post will be based on written test and interview
Syllabus for written test:
Plant Health Engineering
-Importance of equipment in Plant Protection
- Principles of Pesticides Application Techniques
- Droplet generation, size & measurement
- Design principles of farm equipment
- Features of application equipment (Sprayers, Dusters and Granule
Applicators) and related energy systems
- Nozzles and Calibration of sprayers
- Blowers and Pumps – types-design & applications
- Importance of Maintenance & standardization of sprayers -- Heat Engines
and other power sources, Thermodynamics
-Storage management – structures & fumigation
2. Office Superintendent (Administration ) : Selection to the post will be based on written test and
interview.
Syllabus for the written test:
Swamy’s Establishment and administration manual, Tottenham System Of Office Procedure &
Management
3. Office Superintendent (Accounts): Selection to the post will be based on written test and
interview.
Syllabus for the written test:
GENERAL FINANCIAL RUELS, 2005.
PART - I
Chapter4 : Government Accounts – Capital and Revenue Accounts (Rule 90 – 93)
Chapter 6 : Procurement of goods and services (Rule 135 – 185),
Chapter 7 : Inventory Management – Disposal of goods, modes of disposal (Rule
196,197,198,199 & 200)
PART - II
1. Preparation of Bank Reconciliation Statement.
2. Preparation of Receipts and payment account and income & expenditure account
3. Preparation of Cash Book
4. Preparation of form 16 in respect of income on salaries
4. Stenographer : Dictation test followed by interview (full syllabus will be mentioned in the call
letter)
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DUTIES OF THE POSTS
1. Assistant Scientific Officer: As Sub-divisional heads they are expected to plan, implement and
coordinate various activities of their sub-divisions to enable the Joint Directors / Directors
accomplish the responsibilities assigned. Any other duties assigned by the Directors or the Director
General from time to time.
2. Office Superintendents (Administration):
a. He/She will supervise the staff working in Establishment section.
b. Maintenance of Audit para reply file pertaining to administration.
c. Maintenance of personal files and service books with complete entries as well as
leave account of faculty, officers & staff of NIPHM as well erstwhile NPPTI
employees.
d. Recruitment files of all posts of faculty, technical, ministerial and supporting staff
grade of NIPHM.
e. Maintenance of files relating to MACP in respect of NIPHM employees and
erstwhile NPPTI
f. Maintenance of files relating to disciplinary/department cases of NIPHM staff
g. Maintenance of reservation rosters, establishment / vacant posts register and timely
rendering of return statements to SC/ST/OBC commission/committees.
h. Files relating to declaration of probation and confirmation in respect of NIPHM
employees
i. Correspondence related to retirement/pension of NIPHM staff and erstwhile NPPTI
employees.
j. Maintenance of master file of Recruitment Rules copies in respect of faculty,
technical, ministerial and supporting grades.
k. Deal with pay fixation of faculty and non faculty staff of NIPHM and erstwhile
NPPTI staff
l. Maintenance of files related to RTI correspondence and timely rendering of returns
thereof.
m. Any other work that may entrusted by Director General /Registrar NIPHM from
time to time.
3. Office Superintendents (Accounts):
1. Pre-auditing of all the files pertaining to Plan – Grants, NIPHM Revenue account
and NIPHM Consultancy account irrespective of amounts.
2. Scrutiny of all the bills viz., Advance/contingent (Consumables, Non-consumables,
Stationery, Chemicals and Glass-ware, equipments, furniture and fixtures, CPWD
bills, all AMCs, housekeeping, catering, manpower, security, electricity, telephone,
water, training programme bills and other misc. bills etc), LTC, TA, medical, Overtime
allowance and Salary bills etc.
3. Passing above bills, writing cheques making entries in the cheque issue register and
forwarding to the respective person/departments.
4. Posting all the above bills and receipts to the respective sub-heads and head of
accounts i.e., Plan-Grants, NIPHM Revenue account and NIPHM Consultancy
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account in accounting package (Tally) and generating Cash-Book, individual
ledgers and other relevant ledgers according to need by funding agencies.
5. Preparing bills for remitting the recoveries made from salaries to other respective
departments of all the staff of NIPHM/NPPTI (in r/o deputationists) Govt. departs,
obtaining DDs and its forwarding and also transferring to NIPHM Revenue account
in respect of recoveries such as License fee, water charges made in pay bills of
NIPHM staff.
6. Receipt of all the cheques, entering into ‘valuable register’ and depositing in banks
to the respective accounts viz., Plan – Grants, NIPHM Revenue account and
NIPHM Consultancy account.
7. Preparation of Utilization Certificate for Grants and other projects/schemes wherever
required and submission of expenditure to the funding agencies as and when
required.
8. Preparation of Bank Reconciliation of four accounts on every month.
9. Co-coordinating to Internal auditors and rectification of their suggestions.
10. Acting as one of the committee member for LPC.
11. Bank Correspondence and maintenance of Investment Register.
12. Timely watching of investments, its renewals/crediting to the respective bank
accounts or inter-bank transfers as and when need arises.
13. Payments by RTGS thru Bank i.e, preparation of relevant forms and submission to
bank.
14. Helping in preparation of final accounts to AFAO/FA and typing of audit replies in
respect of finance and accounts. Compilation of audit replies after getting relevant
information from various sections including administration.
15. Assisting in Budget formulation and Implementation
16. Monitoring & controlling Expenditure
17. Calculation of Depreciation & interest on Capital assets/Accrued interest on
advances & deposits
18. Maintenance of Grant-in-aid & Loans
19. Budgeting/accounting of externally aided projects
• Bank Grantees
• Maintenance of EMD/Performance security deposits
• Weeding-out old records as per GFR Appendix – 13
20. Any other work that may entrusted by Director General /Registrar/FA NIPHM
from time to time.
4. Stenographer: Taking dictation and transcription of the same, Computer processing / Typing of
essential or confidential documents, Fixing up appointments and screening the calls, Opening of
files, maintenance of current files, Keeping a note of the movement of files, Sending of routine
reminders, etc., Screening of telephone calls and visitors, Any other work assigned by the superior
Officers.

Dr Hari Singh Gour Vishwavidyalaya Acadamic and Non-Teaching Posts

Applications are invited for the following posts:

Director (EMMRC): 01 Post Qualifications: Masters degree in any subject. Eminent Teachers/ Person having experience of Print/ Electronic Media or Journalism/ theatre, Art and culture with a total of 10 years of regular service including administrative experience. Reader (Associate Professor): 01 Post Qualifications: i). Good academic record with a PhD degree in the concerned/ allied/ relevant disciplines. ii). Masters degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed). iii). A minimum of eight years of experience of teaching and/or research in an academic/ research position equivalent to that of Assistant Professor in a university, college or accredited research institution/ industry excluding the period of PhD research with evidence of published work and a minimum of 5 publications as books and/or research/ policy papers. iv). Contribution to educational innovation, design of new curricula and courses, and technology – mediated teaching learning process with evidence of having guided doctoral candidates and research students. v). A minimum score as stipulated in the Academic Performance Indicator (API) based Performance Based Appraisal System (PBAS) set out in Appendix III of the UGC Regulation. Medical Officer: 01 Post Qualifications: i). MBBS degree from a recognised university. ii). At least two years post qualification experience. Section Officer: 08 Posts Qualifications: i). Degree of a recognised university with working knowledge of computer applications. ii). Eight years experience in relevant filed (i.e. Administration/ Finance & Accounts/ Purchase/ Personnel/ Legal etc.) in Central/ State governments, university, Research institution or Autonomous organisation of which three years in the PB-2 (Rs. 9300-34800) with GP of Rs.4200. Assistant: 05 Posts Qualifications: i). Degree of a recognised university with working knowledge of computer applications. ii). Five years experience in relevant filed (i.e. Administration/ Finance & Accounts/ Purchase/ Personnel/ Legal etc.) in Central/ State Governments, university, Research Institution or Autonomous organisation of repute. LDC: 08 Posts Qualifications: i). 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised board. ii). A minimum typing speed of 35 w.p.m. in English or 30 w.p.m. in Hindi on computer. (10500KDPH/ 9000KDPH on an average of 5 key depression for each word). iii). Excellent knowledge of computer applications like MS-Office, Internet etc. Processing Fee: Rs. 500/- for General / OBC category and Rs. 125/- for SC/ ST and PWD category in the form of DD drawn in favour of "Registrar", Dr. Harisingh Gour University, Sagar (Madhaya Pradesh) payable at State Bank of India, University Branch, Branch Code 1143. How to Apply: The completed application in the prescribed format along with all relevant documents should reach the Assistant Registrar (Recruitment), Dr. Hari Singh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar-470 003 (MP). Last Date: 15/12/2013 For more details, please visit: http://www.dhsgsu.ac.in/userfiles/Advt_2013%20no6.pdf 1/5 MkW- gjhflgaga xkSjSj fo'ofo|ky; DR. HARISINGH GOUR VISHWAVIDYALAYA (A Central University established by an Act of Parliament) SAGAR, (M.P.) - 470 003 Website: www.dhsgsu.ac.in Advt. No. : 2013-14/A-NT/06 Dated: 31/10/2013 Employment Notice Applications in the prescribed format are invited from the eligible candidates for the filling up the following Academic and Non-Teaching posts:- S. No. Name of post Scale of Pay Details of Post and Category SC ST OBC UR Total PWD 1. Director, EMMRC PB 04 37400-67000 GP 10000 - - - 01 01 - 2. Reader (Associate Professor) Academic Staff College (ASC) PB-4; 37400-67000 AGP 9000 - - - 01 01 - 3. Medical Officer PB-3;15600-39100 GP 5400 - - 01 - 01 - 4. Section Officer PB-2; 9300-34800 GP 4600 01 01 02 04 08 01 5. Assistant PB-2; 9300-34800 GP 4200 01 - 01 03 05 01 6. LDC PB-2; 5200-20200 GP 1900 01 01 02 04 08 01 Total 03 02 06 13 24 03 Detailed information regarding Educational Qualification, Experience, Application Form {Separately for Director (EMMRC), Reader (ASC) and Non-Teaching posts}, Age, etc. can be downloaded from the University website www.dhsgsu.ac.in. Last date for submission of application is 05/12/2013 upto 5.30 (P.M.). The application should be sent through Registered/Speed Post to the Assistant Registrar (Recruitment), Dr. Hari Singh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar – 470 003 (M.P.). REGISTRAR 2/5 Post Director (EMMRC) Pay Scale PB4; 37400-67000 GP 10000 Age Limit Below 55 years Qualification and Experience A Master’s Degree in any subject. Eminent Teachers/Person having experience of Print/Electronic Media or Journalism/theatre, Art and culture with a total of 10 years of regular service including administrative experience. Method of Recruitment Direct Recruitment Note: • EMMRC: Educational Multimedia Research Centre, an Inter University Centre of University Grants Commission on Electronic Media. The post of Director, EMMRC is the post sanctioned by the UGC and is governed by UGC rules/regulations/ guidelines/policies/directives applicable from time to time for media centers. • The term of Director shall be for a period of 05 years. Post Reader (Associate Professor) (Academic Staff College) - 01 (UR) Pay Scale PB-4; 37400-67000 AGP 9000 Age Limit As per UGC norms Qualification and Experience i) Good academic record with a Ph.D. Degree in the concerned/allied/relevant disciplines. ii) A Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed). iii) A minimum of eight years of experience of teaching and/or research in an academic / research position equivalent to that of Assistant Professor in a University, College or Accredited Research Institution/industry excluding the period of Ph.D. research with evidence of published work and a minimum of 5 publications as books and/or research/policy papers. iv) Contribution to educational innovation, design of new curricula and courses, and technology – mediated teaching learning process with evidence of having guided doctoral candidates and research students. v) A minimum score as stipulated in the Academic Performance Indicator (API) based Performance Based Appraisal System (PBAS) set out in Appendix III of the UGC Regulation. Desirable – Experience and knowledge in editing academic publications, coordinating academic programmes, seminars and conferences. Method of Recruitment Direct Recruitment Note: Applicants for Reader (Associate Professor) are required to fill up API score card and send along with the application form. They are advised to download API proforma from UGC website www.ugc.ac.in Eligibility for this post shall be considered as per UGC regulations on Minimum Qualification for appointment of Teaching and other Academic Staff in Universities and Colleges and measure for the maintenance of standards in higher education 2010 (F-3-1/2009 dated 20th June 2010). Candidates may visit the UGC website www.ugc.ac.in for more details. 3/5 Post Medical Officer 01 (OBC) Pay Scale PB-3; 15600-39100 Grade Pay 5400/- Age Limit Up to 40 years (for relaxation please see instructions) Qualification and Experience Essential: i) M.B.B.S. Degree from a recognized University. ii) At least two years post qualification experience. Desirable: MD/MS. Method of Recruitment Direct Recruitment Post Section Officer Pay Scale PB-2; 9300-34800 GP 4600 Age Limit Up to 40 years (for relaxation please see instructions) Qualification and Experience Essential: i) Degree of a recognized university with working knowledge of computer applications. ii) Eight years’ experience in relevant filed (i.e. Administration / Finance & Accounts/ Purchase /Personnel / Legal etc.) in Central/ State Governments, University, Research Institution or Autonomous Organization of which three years in the PB-2 (Rs. 9300-34800) with GP of Rs.4200. Desirable: Master’s Degree/PG Diploma in Business Administration/PGDCA or LLB. Method of Recruitment Direct / Deputation: Deputation : Officers holding analogous post on regular basis or with three years regular service in the Pay Band-2 (Rs. 9300-34800) with GP of 4200 or equivalent in the Central/State Governments, Universities or autonomous organizations and possess the qualifications and experience prescribed as above. POST ASSISTANT Pay Scale PB-2; 9300-34800 GP 4200 Age Limit Up to 30 years (for relaxation please see instructions) Qualification and Experience Essential: i) Degree of a recognized university with working knowledge of computer applications. ii) Five years’ experience in relevant filed (i.e. Administration / Finance & Accounts/ Purchase /Personnel / Legal etc.) in Central/ State Governments, University, Research Institution or Autonomous Organization of repute. Desirable: Master’s Degree/PG Diploma in Business Administration/PGDCA or LLB. Method of Recruitment Direct 4/5 Post LDC Pay Scale PB-1; 5200-20200 GP 1900 Age Limit Up to 18-27 years (for relaxation please see instructions) Qualification and Experience Essential: (i) 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized Board. (ii) A minimum typing speed of 35 w.p.m. in English or 30 w.p.m. in Hindi on computer. (10500KDPH/9000KDPH on an average of 5 key depression for each word). (iii)Excellent knowledge of computer applications like MS-Office, Internet etc. Desirable: Graduate from a recognized University and working experience in government or organization of repute. Method of Recruitment Direct GENERAL INSTRUCTION FOR CANDIDATES: 1. The University reserves the right to : a) offer the post at a level lower than that the post applied for, depending upon the qualifications, experience and performance of the candidates; b) not to fill up any of the advertised post. 2. Qualifications and other conditions are applicable as stipulated by the MHRD/UGC regulations from time to time. 3. The Rules and procedure & prescribed by the Govt. of India in respect of the Reserved Categories shall be followed as provided in Section 7 of the University Act and as prescribed by the GOI. 4. The University will have the right to relax any of the qualifications, experience, age etc. in exceptionally deserving cases of all posts on the recommendations of the screening and selection committee. 5. Number of posts advertised may be treated as tentative. The university shall have the right to increases/decrease the number of posts at the time of selection and make appointment accordingly. 6. Reservation Policy will be followed as per the Govt. of India Rules. SC/ST/OBC/PWD candidates are required to attach the caste/relevant certificate. 7. A relaxation of 5% marks at the Master's level may be provided to the SC/ST/PWD category candidates. 8. Relaxation in age, qualification etc. shall be applicable to the SC/ST, OBC and PWD candidates as per rules of the Govt. of India/ UGC. The employees of Central Govt./ State Govt./ Universities/ shall be granted 5 years relaxation in age limit. The age limit shall be determined with reference to all as on the last date for reaching the application. 9. The prescribed essential qualifications are the minimum and the mere possession of the same does not entitle the candidates to be called for interview. Where the number of applications received in response to an advertisement is large and it will not be convenient or possible to interview all the candidates, the University at its discretion, may restrict the number of candidates to a reasonable limit, which may vary from post to post, on the basis of qualifications, experience, publications etc. higher than the minimum prescribed in the advertisement. The University may constitute an expert committee to scrutinize the applications. 10. Candidates with higher qualification may be given preference. 11. The process of selection may be by a written test/interview or a combination thereof. 12. Higher initial pay may be given to exceptionally qualified and deserving candidates. 5/5 13. Applicants not found suitable for higher positions may be considered for lower position in the same area of specialization. 14. The service conditions including pay scale and age of superannuation shall be as per UGC/ Universities rules/ norms. 15. Canvassing in any form may lead to cancellation of candidature. 16. Incomplete applications or without relevant supporting enclosures (self-attested copies of degree/ certificates/marks sheets/ experience certificate, reprint of important publications, etc) will be out-rightly rejected. 17. Qualifications/Experiences etc. as on last date of submission of applications will only be taken into consideration. 18. The University reserves the right to withdraw any advertised post(s) at any time without giving any reason. Any consequential vacancies arising at the time of interview may also be filled up from the available candidates. The number of positions is thus open to change. 19. The University shall verify the antecedents or documents submitted by the candidate at any time during tenure of service. In case, it is detected that the documents submitted by the candidates are fake or the candidate has a clandestine antecedents/background for which he has been convicted by any court and has suppressed the said information, then his services shall be terminated. 20. In case of any inadvertent mistake in the process of selection, which may be detected at any stage even after issue of the appointment letter, the University reserves the right to modify/withdraw/cancel any communication made to the candidates. 21. Applicant must enclose with application form processing fee of Rs. 500/- for General / OBC category and Rs. 125/- for SC/ST and PWD category in the form of Demand Draft drawn in favour of "Registrar", Dr. Harisingh Gour University, Sagar (Madhaya Pradesh) payable at State Bank of India, University Branch, Branch Code 1143. 22. The application should be sent through Registered/Speed Post to the Assistant Registrar (Recruitment), Dr. Hari Singh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar-470 003 (M.P.) latest by 05/12/2013 upto 5.30 pm). Application received after this date may not be considered. The University shall not be responsible for postal delay, if any. Envelope containing application should be superscribed the post applied for. 23. SC/ST/PWD candidates called for interview will be paid sleeper class TA by train or bus fare through shortest routes as per rules. 24. Separate Application Form and fee is required to be filled up for each post in case candidates intend to apply for more than one post. Separate Application form is prescribed for Director (EMMRC), Reader (Associate Professor) and Non-Teaching Posts. Candidates are advertised to fill up the application form accordingly. 25. The in-service candidates should apply through proper channel or produce NOC at the time of interview. 26. In case of any dispute, suit or legal proceedings against the University, the territorial jurisdiction shall be restricted to the High Court of MP at Jabalpur. REGISTRAR

VIGYAN PRASAR Various posts

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VIGYAN PRASAR
Department of Science and Technology
applications invited for biotech communication cell
Vigyan Prasar has undertaken a project from the Department of Biotechnology, under the Ministry of
Science & Technology, Government of India, for creation and maintenance of web based portal intended
to communicate developments in biotechnology in accessible manner to various stakeholders.
Keeping the global trends in mind, it is proposed to install a state-of-the-art portal which shall be rapidly
updated, give in-depth and latest information of the department’s works, attract global attention as a
science portal comparable with the very best belonging to the topmost scientific institutions of the world.
The portal will have space for interactivity, host videos, have text, video and photo archives, live
streaming of major events organised by the department, run erudite blogs, invite comments from the
scientific fraternity the world over. These are the basic works upon which will be built more facilities.
This calls for setting up a full-fledged cell that will deal exclusively with the portal, which will operate under
the aegis of Vigyan Prasar, the GOI’s wing dealing directly with science communication. It is proposed to
induct staff for the cell on project basis.
The staff requirement are:

Designation: Chief Editor
Number of vacancy : 01
Age : Not above 50 years
Contract period : Initially for one year, extendable up to four years
Location : Delhi, NCR
Remuneration : `70000/‐
Job responsibilities:
• Heading a team to develop a portal on the outlines mentioned in the Preamble above, for the
Department of Biotechnology, its entire content and running it successfully

Essential experience:
• At least 15 years of experience in journalism with published news and feature articles in Hindi
for national media organisations
• Experience of translating news and feature articles from English to Hindi for national and
international organisations
• Past experience writing and editing news and feature articles in Hindi
• Ability to develop and run an editorial team
Desirable qualification
• Good command over Hindi and English
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to coordinate works of various stakeholders / researchers / scientists / institutions
Designation: Sub‐editor
Number of vacancy : 01
Contract period : Initially for one year, extendable up to four years
Location : Delhi, NCR
Age : Not above 40 years
Contract period : Initially for one year, extendable up to four years
Remuneration : `40000/‐
Job responsibilities:
• Daily research and writing to provide content for the website, editing and updating content.
Searching journals for latest developments on biotechnology, identifying news and feature
stories and developing them as and when required. Coverage of the events of the department
of biotechnology and other important events related to biotechnology.
Essential qualifications:
• Masters degree in science from a recognised university
Essential experience:
• At least 10 years of experience in science journalism/ popular science communication
• Evidence of Science Communication skills (printed or Online reports/ articles)
• Past experience of work on writing popular science articles for the web and editing them
• A proven background of research work on scientific issues

Desirable qualification
• Good command over English
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to coordinate works of various stakeholders / researchers / scientists / institutions


Designation: Web Developer
Number of vacancy : 01
Contract period : Initially for one year, extendable up to four years
Location : Delhi, NCR
Age : Not above 40 years
Remuneration : `40000/‐
Job responsibilities:
• Designing and developing dynamic website as per the Guidelines for Indian Government
Websites (GIGW). The responsibility will include both front‐end web application development
and back‐end (web server) programming and scripting for database connectivity, database
management and query based report generation.
Essential qualifications:
• Bachelors of Engineering in Computer Science/ MCA/ M. Sc in Computer Science/ DOEACC ‘B’
level or equivalent from a recognised university.
Essential experience:
• Minimum 5 years experience in the field of web application development and back‐end (web
server) programming and scripting.
Desirable qualification
• Certificate course related to website development



Designation: Graphics Designer
Number of vacancy : 01
Contract period : Initially for one year, extendable up to four years
Location : Delhi, NCR
Age : Not above 40 years
Remuneration : `40000/‐

Job responsibilities:
• Developing infographics on scientific processes and scientific information provided by editorial
and scientific staff regularly which can be used from the web‐portal. Providing all sorts of design
assistance as and when required
Essential qualifications:
• Degree or diploma in Graphics designing
• Bachelors degree from a recognised university,
• Knowledge of Flash Player, Animation software, Photoshop, Corel Draw, html, Dreamweaver ,
Illustrator and other software needed to run a portal on a day to day basis
Essential experience:
• At least 10 years of experience in graphics designing, of which 5 years must be as a webdesigner
with a reputed company with the ability to showcase the past work done
• At least two years experience of graphics designing for websites
• Experience of working as Illustrator
• Experience of communicating complicated concepts through graphics design
• Past experience of work working on graphics design for print as well as web media
Desirable qualification
• Average and working knowledge of spoken and written English
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to study written science material and / or take instructions from the Chief Editor and
Media Coordinator on preferred design ideas and translating them into actual design
• Independent ideas also for designing complex scientific issues, once explained


Designation: Media Coordinator
Number of vacancy : 01
Contract period : Initially for one year, extendable up to four years
Location : Delhi, NCR
Age : Not above 40 years
Remuneration : `35000/‐
Job description: Popularising the website among national and international audience, media;
background research required to keep the website updated and for the successful running of the site;
coverage of the events of the department of biotechnology and co‐ordination to ensure successful
coverage of such events

Essential Qualifications:
• Masters Degree in Journalism and / or Mass Communication, from a recognised university
• Bachelors Degree in Science or Environmental Sciences from a recognised university
Essential experience:
• At least 10 years of experience of working as a journalist with several by‐line stories
• Proven record of having worked on all three formats of media: Print, Online and Television
• A proven background of carrying out background research for web content
• Proven experience in coordination
• Proven contacts in media circles and ability to sensitize media persons in this line of work
• Proven ability to organise events related to the organisation’s works, including Press
Conferences, Conferences, Seminars, Workshops etc,
Desirable qualification
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of web page designing
• Ability to pick up and use techniques of web pages for uploading etc., when needed
• Ability to coordinate with national and international level organisations related to science and
technology
• Good command over English

Designation: Office Assistant
Number of vacancy : 01
Contract period : Initially for one year, extendable up to four years
Location : Delhi, NCR
Age : Not above 40 years
Remuneration : `10000/‐
Job description: To assist the bio‐tech communication cell in data entry, correspondence and file
maintenance.
Essential Qualifications:
• Bachelors Degree from a recognised university .
Desirable qualifications:
• Certificate course related to computer operation
Desirable experience:
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in working with computer (typing, email, web browsing)

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11. Whether SC/ST/OBC/Ex-servicemen/Physically Handicapped:
(Please specifically write Yes/No. If yes, please write category to which
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12. a) Details of previous and present employment held, if any, in
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knowledge and belief. I have not suppressed any material fact or factual
information in the above statement. In case, I have given wrong
information, or suppressed any material fact or factual information, then my
services are liable to be terminated without giving any notice or reasons
thereof. I am not aware of any circumstances which might impair my
fitness for employment under Government.
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