IIT Gandhinagar Non-Teaching Recruitment 2025

While the official, detailed syllabus for IIT Gandhinagar (IITGN) Advt. No. IITGN/STAFF/RECT/01/2025-26 is typically released after the shortlisting process (along with the admit card/exam notification for the Written/Skill Test), we can provide a comprehensive, post-wise expected syllabus based on the general pattern followed by IITs and the specific requirements mentioned in the advertisement.

📋 General Expected Syllabus (Applicable to All Posts)

For most non-teaching posts, especially Junior Assistant and Junior Superintendent, the Written Test usually covers two broad parts: General Aptitude and Post-Specific/Domain Knowledge.

🎯 Post-Specific / Domain Knowledge Syllabus

The most important part of the exam is the Domain Knowledge, which tests your understanding of the rules and procedures required for the specific job.

1. Junior Assistant & Junior Superintendent (Administrative Focus)

The core subjects for administrative posts revolve around the functioning of a Central Government institution like an IIT.

• Administration & Service Rules:

  • FR & SR (Fundamental Rules & Supplementary Rules)

  • CCS (Conduct) Rules, CCS (CCA) Rules, CCS (Leave) Rules

  • LTC Rules and TA/DA Rules

  • National Pension System (NPS) provisions.

  • Office Procedures: Noting, Drafting, File Management, Record Keeping.

• Financial & Procurement Rules:

  • General Financial Rules (GFR) 2017 (especially relating to procurement).

  • GeM (Government e-Marketplace) procedures.

  • Basic concepts of Budgeting, Accounting in Central Autonomous Bodies (CABs).

  • Income Tax Act (focus on salary income).

• Government Acts & Regulations:

  • The Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005.

  • Basic understanding of the Constitution of India.

  • NEP 2020 (National Education Policy) context in Higher Education.

• IIT Structure:

  • Basic knowledge of the Institutes of Technology Act, 1961 and the structure/role of bodies like the IIT Council, Board of Governors, Senate, etc.

2. Junior Accounts Officer & Junior Accounts Assistant (Accounts Focus)

In addition to the general rules above, you must focus heavily on the financial domain:

• Advanced GFR 2017: Detailed knowledge of budget, expenditure, accounts, and internal audit.

• Accounting Standards: Principles of accounting, double-entry system, journal, ledger, final accounts, bank reconciliation.

• Taxation: GST (Goods and Services Tax), Income Tax (TDS, Salary, Exemptions).

• PFMS (Public Financial Management System): Basics of using the system for government payments and accounting.

• Tally/Accounting Software: For Junior Accounts Assistant, a skill test on relevant accounting software (like Tally) may be included.

3. Junior Laboratory Assistant (Technical/Trade Focus)

The syllabus here is highly specialized based on the specific laboratory/discipline you apply for (e.g., Physics, Chemistry, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Computer Science, etc.).

• Part 1 (General): General Aptitude, English, Computer Proficiency (as above).

• Part 2 (Domain/Trade Knowledge):

  • Core Subject: Questions based on the fundamental concepts of your discipline (e.g., Electrical circuits for an Electrical lab, basic chemical reactions and safety for a Chemistry lab, etc.).

  • Lab Operations: Knowledge of common lab equipment handling, maintenance, calibration, and safety protocols (SOPs).

  • Basic Troubleshooting: Ability to diagnose and fix minor faults in lab equipment.

  • Skill Test: A mandatory practical/trade test to assess your hands-on ability will be the critical selection stage.

🔔 Important Next Steps

1. Wait for the Official Notice: The IITGN recruitment page will upload the definitive syllabus and scheme of examination (with weightages, negative marking, etc.) only after the application window closes and shortlisting is complete.

2. Start with the Common Subjects: Focus your preparation now on General Aptitude, English, and Computer Proficiency (MS Office).

3. Study Administrative Rules: If applying for an administrative post, immediately start studying the GFR 2017 and FR/SR. These subjects are standard across all IIT/Central Govt. administrative exams.

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