Punjab • Amritsar

Amritsar Director Recruitment

Official recruitment notice issued by Amritsar for the post of Director. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.

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Recruiting Authority
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Recruiting Authority
Portal: amritsar.nic.in

Key Recruitment Specifications

Total Vacancies
1 Posts
Pay Scale / Salary
Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)
Age Criteria
18 to 30 Years
Application Deadline
2026-09-30

Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation

URTotal
11
Crucial Recruitment Schedule
Online Registration Starts2018-12-11
Application Deadline2026-09-30

Essential Educational Qualification

10th / Matriculation (High School). Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.

Selection Methodology

Typing / Stenography Test -> Personal Interview.

Frequently Asked Questions

The last date for submitting online applications is 2026-09-30. Candidates are advised to complete registration before the cutoff date to avoid portal traffic.
The remuneration is structured as Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13). Selected candidates are also eligible for Central/State Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and statutory pension contributions.
Applicants must possess 10th / Matriculation (High School). Candidates must ensure certificates and degrees are issued prior to the application cutoff.
The selection methodology involves: Typing / Stenography Test -> Personal Interview.
Related Openings under Amritsar
Cadre DesignationVacanciesPay LevelDeadline
Government Post / 1 Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 2026-08-20
Director 1 Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 2023-03-09
Gram Rojgar Sewak 1 Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 2021-02-22
Director 1 Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 2020-11-19
Active Procurement Tenders by Amritsar
Procurement ScopeEst. ValueEMD AmountClosing Date
Tender Notice - Amritsar (Tender: General Gov Refer Tender Notic 2% Statutory EMD Refer RFP Sched
Tender Notice - Amritsar (Tender: General Gov Refer Tender Notic 2% Statutory EMD Refer RFP Sched
Tender Notice - Amritsar (Tender: General Gov Refer Tender Notic 2% Statutory EMD Refer RFP Sched
Tender Notice - Amritsar (Tender: General Gov Refer Tender Notic 2% Statutory EMD Refer RFP Sched

e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow

1

Obtain a valid Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate and complete mandatory vendor registration on the Government e-Marketplace or Central Public Procurement Portal to access tender documents securely.

2

Participate actively in the scheduled pre-bid clarification meeting to submit technical queries, review amendments, and seek official clarifications regarding the recruitment scope of work.

3

Prepare and upload the two-cover system comprising technical credentials in Cover 1 and statutory compliance documents without disclosing any commercial figures within the technical envelope.

4

Await technical qualification results before the opening of the commercial Bill of Quantities financial bid for shortlisted compliant bidders on the portal.

5

Receive the formal Letter of Award following financial evaluation, submit the mandatory Performance Bank Guarantee, and execute the final agreement within the stipulated timeframe.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in Amritsar Director Recruitment must satisfy the multi-tiered technical, financial, and statutory qualifying covenants detailed below:

Evaluation BenchmarkMandated Technical & Financial Covenant
Statutory Benchmark Bidders must demonstrate an average annual financial turnover of at least 30 percent of the estimated contract value during the last three preceding financial years, supported by audited balance sheets.
Statutory Benchmark Substantial completion of similar executive search or high-level recruitment projects for government or autonomous bodies during the last seven years, meeting specified threshold values.
Statutory Benchmark Mandatory possession of valid statutory registrations including PAN, GSTIN, Provident Fund, Employee State Insurance, and applicable labor licenses to ensure full regulatory compliance.
Statutory Benchmark Exemptions from EMD and tender fees are applicable to registered Micro and Small Enterprises and Startups in accordance with Rule 170 of GFR 2017 and the Public Procurement Policy, subject to valid certifications.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The procurement for the Amritsar Director Recruitment requires a robust financial structure aligned with the General Financial Rules 2017. The estimated contract valuation must incorporate a non-refundable tender document fee to deter non-serious bidders, alongside an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) fixed strictly at 2 percent of the estimated cost to secure the bidding process. Upon successful determination of the L1 bidder, a Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging between 3 to 5 percent of the total contract value must be deposited to safeguard the procuring entity against default risks. Furthermore, to ensure timely execution and accountability, the contract mandates a stringent Liquidated Damages (LD) clause, levying a penalty of 0.5 percent of the delayed milestone value per week of delay, capped at a maximum of 10 percent of the aggregate contract value.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

Contractual execution adheres strictly to General Conditions of Contract provisions. Milestone billing is tied to tangible deliverables in the recruitment lifecycle. The Defect Liability Period extends through the probationary placement phase to ensure candidate suitability. Any disputes arising out of the contract shall be resolved through binding arbitration under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, with proceedings seated in Amritsar. Additionally, an Integrity Pact is mandatory to ensure transparency, preventing corrupt practices and collusion throughout the procurement lifecycle.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Amritsar Director Recruitment

Are joint ventures or consortia permitted to bid for this recruitment tender?

No joint ventures or consortia are permitted; the bidding entity must apply as a single sole proprietor, partnership firm, or registered corporate entity meeting all criteria independently.

What is the acceptable format for submitting the Earnest Money Deposit?

The EMD must be submitted either through online net banking, a crossed Demand Draft, or an unconditional Bank Guarantee from a scheduled commercial bank valid for 45 days beyond the final bid validity period.

What is the standard bid validity period required under this tender?

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

Does this contract include a price variation or escalation clause?

No price variation is permitted; the commercial quote submitted in the BoQ shall remain firm and fixed throughout the entire duration of the contract execution.

What is the minimum qualifying technical score required for financial bid opening?

Bidders must secure a minimum technical score of 70 marks out of 100 during the Quality and Cost Based Evaluation process to qualify for the commercial opening stage.

Can MSMEs registered outside Punjab claim purchase preference?

MSME benefits such as EMD exemptions apply pan-India as per Central rules, but local purchase preferences are governed strictly by the prevailing procurement policies of the procuring entity.