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Download the Declaration and Endorsement 3 Ugc Prevention Prohib

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Download the Declaration and Endorsement 3 Ugc Prevention Prohib administered by AICTE Authority (Maharashtra).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: AICTE Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 5 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2123-08-17 Posting Jurisdiction: Maharashtra

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	5 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	5 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Download the Declaration and Endorsement 3 Ugc Prevention Prohib?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2123-08-17. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from AICTE Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain aicte.gov.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow

Step 1: Vendors must register their valid Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) on the CPPP or GeM 4.0 portal to access tender documents and initiate the electronic bidding process.

Step 2: Prospective bidders should thoroughly review the tender terms and submit formal queries during the designated pre-bid clarification meeting window hosted by the AICTE Authority procurement cell.

Step 3: Bidders must prepare and upload the two-cover system comprising Cover 1 (Technical credentials, statutory compliances, and EMD) and Cover 2 (Priced BoQ financial bid) before the deadline.

Step 4: The tender evaluation committee opens the financial BoQ covers of technically qualified bidders on the portal to determine the lowest responsive bidder in line with financial rules.

Step 5: AICTE Authority issues the formal Letter of Award (LoA) to the L1 vendor, requiring timely acceptance, submission of the Performance Bank Guarantee, and execution of the formal contract agreement.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in Download the Declaration and Endorsement 3 Ugc Prevention Prohib must satisfy the multi-tiered technical, financial, and statutory qualifying covenants detailed below:

Evaluation Benchmark	Mandated Technical & Financial Covenant
Annual Turnover Criteria	The bidder must possess a minimum average annual financial turnover of at least 30 percent of the estimated contract value during the last three consecutive financial years, supported by audited balance sheets.
Similar Project Execution Experience	The vendor must have successfully executed similar past work orders for government departments, autonomous bodies, or central universities during the last seven years, meeting specified single-value thresholds.
Statutory Licenses and Compliance	Bidders are required to submit mandatory valid registrations including GSTIN, PAN, EPF, ESI, and applicable labor licenses to ensure total adherence to statutory laws.
MSME and Startup Exemption	Micro and Small Enterprises and recognized Startups are eligible for exemption from EMD and prior turnover criteria under Rule 170 of GFR 2017 and the Public Procurement Policy, subject to valid Udyam registration.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The procurement dossier for AICTE Authority concerning the 'Declaration and Endorsement 3 Ugc Prevention Prohib' entails rigorous commercial parameters governed by GFR 2017 and GeM guidelines. The contract valuation must be estimated based on market benchmarks, incorporating a non-refundable tender document fee where applicable, though MSMEs may be exempted. In compliance with financial rules, an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) pegged at 2 percent of the estimated tender value is mandatory to secure the bidding process. Upon successful award, the selected vendor must furnish a Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging from 3 to 5 percent of the total contract value to safeguard against execution default. Furthermore, the contract embeds a stringent Liquidated Damages (LD) clause, levying 0.5 percent of the delayed delivery or milestone value per week of delay, subject to a maximum ceiling of 10 percent of the aggregate contract price, ensuring strict adherence to project timelines.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

Contract compliance under AICTE Authority mandates adherence to General Conditions of Contract (GCC). All disputes arising out of the execution shall be resolved amicably, failing which they are referred to sole arbitration under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with proceedings held in New Delhi. Milestone billing is strictly tied to verifiable deliverables and service level agreements (SLAs). The Defect Liability Period (DLP) shall extend for 12 months from the date of final commissioning and acceptance. Additionally, for high-value contracts, an Integrity Pact overseen by Independent External Monitors must be executed to maintain absolute transparency and prevent corrupt practices.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Download the Declaration and Endors

Are Joint Ventures (JVs) or Consortiums eligible to bid for this tender?

Unless explicitly permitted in the special conditions of contract, Joint Ventures and Consortiums are generally not permitted to bid, and the tender must be executed by a single prime bidder.

What is the acceptable format for submitting the Earnest Money Deposit (EMD)?

EMD can be submitted via online electronic fund transfer, demand draft, or an irrevocable Bank Guarantee from a scheduled commercial bank in India, valid for 45 days beyond the final bid validity period.

What is the standard bid validity period for AICTE Authority tenders?

The submitted bids must remain valid and open for acceptance for a minimum period of 180 days from the scheduled date of technical bid opening.

Is there a Price Variation Clause (PVC) applicable to this contract?

No, unless specifically stated in the tender document, the contract price shall remain firm and fixed throughout the tenure, and no escalation on account of statutory or market fluctuations will be entertained.

What is the minimum qualifying technical score required to open the financial BoQ?

Bidders must secure a minimum technical score of 70 marks out of 100 based on the QCBS (Quality and Cost Based Selection) parameters outlined in the evaluation matrix to qualify for financial opening.

Can MSE vendors claim exemption from the tender document fee?

Yes, Micro and Small Enterprises registered with NSIC or holding a valid Udyam Registration Certificate are exempted from paying the cost of tender documents and EMD as per prevailing government policies.