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And of Assistant Director Recruitment

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

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Portal: and.gov.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 Starts2026-07-03
Application Deadline2026-09-30

Essential Educational Qualification

M.Tech / M.E, B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), MBBS / Medical Degree, Diploma / Technical Certificate. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.

Selection Methodology

Computer Based Test (CBT) -> Physical Endurance Test (PET/PST).

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 M.Tech / M.E, B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), MBBS / Medical Degree, Diploma / Technical Certificate. Candidates must ensure certificates and degrees are issued prior to the application cutoff.
The selection methodology involves: Computer Based Test (CBT) -> Physical Endurance Test (PET/PST).
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e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow

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Register securely on the GeM 4.0 or CPPP portal utilizing valid Class 3 Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) representing authorized company personnel to access tender documents and submit bids.

2

Participate actively in the mandatory pre-bid clarification meeting to address technical ambiguities, scope deviations, and contractual clauses within the stipulated timeline before bid submission.

3

Compile and upload the two-cover technical bid comprising pre-qualification documents, statutory compliances, methodology, and technical credentials without disclosing any financial figures.

4

Await technical evaluation outcomes and subsequent opening of the commercial Bill of Quantities (BoQ) financial cover for technically qualified bidders meeting all pre-qualification standards.

5

Receive the formal Letter of Award (LoA) upon successful financial evaluation, submit the mandated Performance Bank Guarantee, and sign the formal contract agreement within the stipulated timeframe.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in And of Assistant 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 a minimum average annual turnover of at least 30 percent of the estimated contract value during the last three consecutive financial years, supported by audited balance sheets.
Statutory Benchmark Successful completion of similar recruitment or manpower assessment projects for government entities or PSUs in the last seven years, meeting minimum volume thresholds.
Statutory Benchmark Mandatory possession of valid statutory registrations including GSTIN, PAN, EPF, ESI, and applicable state or central Labor Licenses required for operating recruitment services in India.
Statutory Benchmark Exemptions for Earnest Money Deposit and prior turnover criteria apply exclusively to micro and small enterprises registered with NSIC or Udyam, pursuant to Rule 170 of GFR 2017.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The procurement for Assistant Director Recruitment services under Procuring Entity And requires strict adherence to GFR 2017 financial thresholds. Contract valuation must be benchmarked against market rates for specialized recruitment services. An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of exactly 2 percent of the estimated cost must be submitted, waivable only for registered MSMEs under Rule 170. A Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging from 3 to 5 percent of the total contract value is mandatory upon Letter of Award acceptance, valid until the end of the defect liability period. Tender document fees, if applicable, remain non-refundable. To mitigate execution risks, a stringent Liquidated Damages (LD) clause of 0.5 percent of the delayed milestone value per week, capped at a maximum of 10 percent of the total contract value, is enforced for delays attributable to the service provider.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

Contract compliance is governed by General Conditions of Contract adhering to GFR 2017 norms. Milestone billing is linked to successful delivery of recruitment stages, verified by designated authority. A Defect Liability Period applies to recruitment accuracy and placement integrity. Any disputes arising out of the contract shall be resolved through binding arbitration under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with proceedings held in English at the procuring entity headquarters. Furthermore, an Integrity Pact is mandatory to ensure transparency, anti-corruption measures, and fair competition throughout the execution lifecycle.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — And of Assistant Director Recruitme

Are Joint Ventures or Consortiums eligible to bid for this Assistant Director Recruitment tender?

Unless explicitly stated otherwise in the Special Conditions of Contract, Joint Ventures and Consortiums are not permitted to bid; the prime bidder must meet all technical and financial criteria independently.

What is the acceptable format and validity period for the Earnest Money Deposit Bank Guarantee?

The EMD Bank Guarantee must be issued by a scheduled commercial bank in India, favoring the procuring entity, and must remain valid for a minimum of 45 days beyond the final bid validity period.

What is the standard bid validity period required from the date of technical bid opening?

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

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

No, the contract price remains firm and fixed throughout the entire duration of execution, and no escalation claims shall be entertained under any circumstances.

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

Bidders must secure a minimum technical score of 70 marks out of 100 based on the QCBS evaluation matrix defined in the RFP to qualify for the financial bid opening.

Can MSMEs claim exemption from prior experience criteria along with EMD waiver?

While MSMEs are exempt from EMD and turnover criteria under Rule 170 of GFR 2017, prior experience and technical competence criteria may be relaxed only if explicitly specified in the tender document.