Rastriya Anusandhan Bibhag Vacancy for Anusandhan Adhikrit and Anusandhan Sahayak 2082

Rastriya Anusandhan Bibhag Vacancy 2082: Investigation Officer and Assistant Posts

Government of Nepal, Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers, National Investigation Department (NID), Barmahal, Kathmandu has published a vacancy notice for permanent appointment in the following positions through open and inclusive competitive examinations, based on the consent received from the Public Service Commission (PSC).

Applications are invited from eligible Nepali citizens who meet the prescribed minimum qualifications as per the Nepal Special Service Rules, 2044. Applications failing to meet requirements or submitted after the deadline will not be processed.

All candidates must submit applications through the online application system available at https://rabvac.nidept.gov.np.

Vacancy Details

Advertisement No.: 01/082/83

• Post: Investigation Officer (Anusandhan Adhikrit - Equivalent to Gazetted Third Class)

• Service: Nepal Special Service

• Total Posts: 40 [Open: 22 and Inclusive (Adivasi/Janajati): 6]

Advertisement No.: 02/082/83

• Post: Investigation Assistant (Anusandhan Sahayak - Equivalent to Non-Gazetted Second Class)

• Service: Nepal Special Service

• Total Posts: 50 [Open: 28 and Inclusive (Adivasi/Janajati): 7]

As per the mandamus order of the Supreme Court (Writ No. 078-wo-0362, dated 2079/10/24), adjustments in the number of inclusive category posts will be made in accordance with legal provisions, including the compensation of posts lost in FY 2079/80 due to lack of inclusion.

Minimum Educational Qualification

• For Investigation Officer (Gazetted Third Class Equivalent):

  • At least a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognized university.

  • If obtained from a foreign institution, an equivalence certification from Tribhuvan University is mandatory.

• For Investigation Assistant (Non-Gazetted Second Class Equivalent):

  • At least a Proficiency Certificate Level (Intermediate) or equivalent from a recognized institution.

  • If obtained from a foreign institution, an equivalence certification from a government agency is mandatory.

  • For SLC certificates issued before 2078/09/07, candidates must have at least D+ in each subject (theory and practical) and a minimum CGPA of 1.6 in Classes 11 and 12.

Age Limit of Candidates

• For Investigation Officer:

  • As of the first day of Baisakh of the year of selection:

    • Male: 21–25 years (DOB between 2057/01/01 and 2061/01/01).

    • Female: 21–30 years (DOB between 2052/01/01 and 2061/01/01).

    • NID employees: Up to 35 years (DOB between 2047/01/01 and 2061/01/01).

• For Investigation Assistant:

  • As of the first day of Baisakh of the year of selection:

    • Male: 18–25 years (DOB between 2057/01/01 and 2064/01/01).

    • Female: 18–30 years (DOB between 2052/01/01 and 2064/01/01).

    • NID employees: Up to 35 years (DOB between 2047/01/01 and 2064/01/01).

Types of Examinations

(A) For Investigation Officer

(B) For Investigation Assistant

Application Submission Deadline

• Applications must be submitted within 30 days from the date of first publication in Gorkhapatra (i.e., up to 2082/06/12).

• With double fees, applications can be submitted within an additional 7 days (i.e., up to 2082/06/19).

Examination Centers and Locations

• For Investigation Officer: Candidates must select the Kathmandu Examination Center under the Public Service Commission.

• For Investigation Assistant: Candidates can choose one of the following PSC offices as their examination center:

  • Dhankuta

  • Jaleshwar

  • Hetauda

  • Kathmandu

  • Pokhara

  • Butwal

  • Surkhet

  • Mahendranagar

The PSC will conduct the written examinations at the designated centers.

Application Fees (Revenue) and Payment Method

• For Investigation Officer:

  • NPR 1,200 for one group.

  • NPR 400 additional for each extra group.

  • Inclusive-category applicants must pay at least NPR 1,200.

• For Investigation Assistant:

  • NPR 500 for one group.

  • NPR 150 additional for each extra group.

  • Inclusive-category applicants must pay at least NPR 500.

Payment Methods:

• Online through e-Sewa, Connect IPS, Khalti

• Offline via Payment Voucher generated in the online system and paid at any branch of Rastriya Banijya Bank

Application Submission Process

• Applicants must log in at https://rabvac.nidept.gov.np, fill in personal details, and upload required documents.

• After verification, the department will issue a roll number and publish a notice on the website.

• Applicants can then log in with their ID and Password to download and print the admit card.

Mandatory Documents for Online Application

Applicants must upload scanned copies/PDF (maximum size: 200 KB) of the following documents:

1. Recently taken passport-size photograph.

2. Scan copy/photo of Nepali citizenship certificate.

3. Scan copy/photo of applicant’s signature in black ink on plain paper.

4. Transcript/marksheet and character certificate of the required educational qualification.

5. Inclusive group certificates (as applicable):

   • Adivasi/Janajati: Certificate from Nepal Adivasi/Janajati Upliftment National Foundation.

   • Madhesi: Certificate verified by Chief District Officer on the recommendation of the concerned local authority.

   • Dalit: Certificate from National Dalit Commission.

   • Backward Area: Citizenship certificate from Achham, Kalikot, Jajarkot, Jumla, Dolpa, Bajhang, Bajura, Mugu, or Humla districts, and recommendation from local authority within the last 3 months confirming permanent residence.

6. All certificates must be genuine; corrected or altered certificates will not be accepted.

Syllabus Information

The syllabus for both Investigation Officer and Investigation Assistant can be downloaded from the National Investigation Department website: https://www.nidept.gov.np/pages/syllabus-7/

Detailed Medical Examination

• Candidates who pass the written exam must undergo a compulsory detailed health check-up at hospitals/health institutions designated by the National Investigation Department.

• Examination fees will be borne by the candidates as determined by the hospital.

• Only candidates declared “fit” will be allowed to proceed to further stages.

Salary, Allowances, and Benefits

• As per rules and prevailing provisions of the National Investigation Department.

Examination Contact and Notification Date

• After the deadline for double-fee submission, further details regarding examinations will be published on the Department’s official website in coordination with the Public Service Commission.

Other Instructions

1. Recruitment will follow the Nepal Special Service Rules, 2044 and the General Principles of Appointment and Promotion, 2066 of the National Investigation Department.

2. Candidates must bring Admit Card and Original Citizenship Certificate to each exam stage.

3. Results of each exam stage will be published, and only successful candidates will qualify for the next stage.

4. Written exam qualifiers will undergo a detailed health check-up at Nepal APF Hospital as per syllabus requirements.

5. Candidates declared medically fit will only proceed to subsequent stages.

6. During the final stage, candidates must present original and certified copies of citizenship, educational certificates, and inclusive group certificates.

7. Candidates convicted of moral turpitude or associated with illegal organizations will not be allowed to participate.

8. Applications submitted after the deadline or without fulfilling requirements will be rejected.

9. Candidates must have obtained the minimum required qualification before the application deadline.

10. Candidates with foreign academic degrees must have equivalence certification issued by the Government of Nepal.

11. All written exams for both posts will be conducted by the Public Service Commission (PSC), and information will be published accordingly.

First Date of Publication: 2082/05/13

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