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What is the Salary of a Laboratory Technician at the Department of Ayurveda, Himachal Pradesh?

The Department of Ayurveda, Himachal Pradesh, offers the position of Laboratory Technician under its Class-III (Non-Gazetted) category. This article details the salary structure, recruitment rules, and other relevant information for this position based on the official notification by the Government of Himachal Pradesh.

Overview

The recruitment and promotion rules for the post of Laboratory Technician in the Department of Ayurveda, Himachal Pradesh, provide a clear framework for hiring and employment conditions. Below are the key details.

Salary Details

The salary for a Laboratory Technician is divided into two categories based on whether the position is filled by a regular incumbent or a contract employee.

For Regular Incumbents:

• Pay Scale: ₹5,910 - ₹20,200
• Grade Pay: ₹2,800

For Contract Employees:

• Fixed Contractual Amount: ₹8,710 per month
• Annual Increment: ₹270 (3% of the minimum of pay band + grade pay) if the contract is extended beyond one year.

Key Details from the Recruitment Notification:

1. Name of Post: Laboratory Technician
2. Number of Posts: 38 (Thirty-Eight)
3. Classification: Class-III (Non-Gazetted)
4. Scale of Pay:
   • For Regular Incumbents: ₹5,910 - ₹20,200 + ₹2,800 (Grade Pay)
   • For Contract Employees: ₹8,710 per month
5. Selection Post/Non-Selection Post: Non-Selection
6. Age for Direct Recruitment: Between 18 and 45 years

Additional Information

Age Relaxation:

• The upper age limit is relaxable for candidates already in service of the Government or those on an ad hoc or contract basis.
• Relaxation is also applicable for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, and other categories as per the orders of the Himachal Pradesh Government.
• Employees of Public Sector Corporations and Autonomous Bodies who were Government servants before absorption are also eligible for age relaxation.

Educational Qualifications:

• Essential:
  • 10+2 with Science or its equivalent from a recognized Board of School Education/University.
  • Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology from an institution recognized by the HP/Central Government.
  • OR B.Sc. Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology from a recognized University.
  • Must be registered with the Himachal Pradesh Para Medical Council.
• Desirable:
  • Knowledge of customs, manners, and dialects of Himachal Pradesh and suitability for appointment in the state's conditions.

Selection Process:

• For Regular Recruitment: Selection is based on a viva-voce test or, if necessary, a written or practical test as determined by the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission or other recruiting authority.
• For Contractual Appointment: The selection process is similar, involving a viva-voce test or a written/practical test conducted by the concerned recruiting agency, such as the HP Subordinate Services Selection Board, Hamirpur.

Probation Period:

• For direct recruits, the probation period is two years, which may be extended by one year in special circumstances.

Terms and Conditions for Contract Employees: