This blog explains the entire selection process, exam pattern, and important rules you must know before applying.
🔍 Selection Process Overview
The selection process for the Deputy Manager (F&A) post consists of two stages:
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Description |
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Stage 1 |
Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
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Stage 2 |
Interview (Personal Interaction) |
NHAI shortlists candidates for interview based on CBT performance, in the ratio of 1:5 (i.e., 5 candidates per vacancy).
🖥️ Stage 1 – Computer-Based Test (CBT)
The CBT is of 120 marks and consists of objective-type MCQ questions.
CBT Exam Structure
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Section |
No. of Questions |
Marks |
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Reasoning Ability |
10 |
10 |
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Quantitative Aptitude |
10 |
10 |
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General Knowledge |
10 |
10 |
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English Language |
10 |
10 |
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Domain Knowledge (Finance & Accounts) |
80 |
80 |
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Total |
120 |
120 Marks |
Important Points
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Each correct answer = +1 mark
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Wrong answer = -0.25 negative marking
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Exam duration = 2 Hrs
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The exam is conducted online across major cities in India.
🎤 Stage 2 – Interview (Personal Interaction)
The interview carries 15 marks.
In the interview, candidates are evaluated on:
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Concept clarity in finance & accounting
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Communication & reasoning ability
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Understanding of government & public finance
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Confidence and problem-solving skills
Final selection is based on combined merit of CBT + Interview (135 marks total).
✅ Minimum Qualifying Marks
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Category |
Minimum Marks Required in CBT |
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General / UR |
40% |
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OBC / EWS |
35% |
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SC / ST / PwBD |
30% |
Note: Securing the minimum qualifying marks does not guarantee an interview call.
Shortlisting depends on cut-off & merit rank.
🧾 Document Verification
After the interview, shortlisted candidates must upload / present:
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ID Proof
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Educational Certificates
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MBA (Finance) degree proof
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Category certificate (if applicable)
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PwBD certificate (if applicable)
Only MBA (Finance) through Regular Mode is permitted—not distance or part-time.
👩💼 Service Bond
Selected candidates must sign a Service Bond of ₹5 Lakhs to serve NHAI for minimum 3 years.
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🙋♂️ FAQs
Q1. Is there negative marking in CBT?
Yes, 0.25 marks are deducted for every wrong answer.
Q2. Are CA or CMA eligible?
No. Only MBA (Finance) Regular degree holders are eligible.
Q3. How many candidates are called for interview?
1:5 ratio based on CBT merit.
Q4. What is the salary for Deputy Manager (F&A)?
Level-10 Pay Matrix: ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500 + allowances.
Q5. Is the interview tough?
Moderate difficulty — focus mainly on Accounting, Costing, Finance & Taxation basics.
