Candidates are evaluated based on a total of 100 marks distributed across multiple criteria: Educational Qualification: 15 marks (10 marks for basic minimum qualification in relevant discipline and 5 marks for additional qualifications with 1 mark per relevant additional qualification up to maximum 5). Vigilance/DAR: 10 marks (10 marks for no vigilance history or cases closed without any action; 7.5 marks for cases closed with minor penalty action; 5 marks for cases closed with major penalty action). Performance in Service: 25 marks based on APARs for the past 5 years. Performance in Interview: 50 marks allocated for domain knowledge, work experience, managerial competency, and overall suitability, to be decided by the Interview Committee. Candidates securing a score of 60% or above shall be qualified for being considered as per the order of merit in the merit list.