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Asrb Senior Scientist-Cum-Head Recruitment

Official recruitment notice issued by Asrb for the post of Senior Scientist-Cum-Head. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.

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Portal: asrb.gov.in

Key Recruitment Specifications

Total Vacancies
1 Posts
Pay Scale / Salary
Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)
Age Criteria
21 to 35 Years
Application Deadline
2026-09-30

Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation

URTotal
11
Crucial Recruitment Schedule
Application Deadline2026-09-30

Essential Educational Qualification

Graduate / As specified in official notice. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.

Selection Methodology

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. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4). Selected candidates are also eligible for Central/State Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and statutory pension contributions.
Applicants must possess Graduate / As specified in official notice. Candidates must ensure certificates and degrees are issued prior to the application cutoff.
The selection methodology involves: Personal Interview.
Related Openings under Asrb
Cadre DesignationVacanciesPay LevelDeadline
of SS-cum-Head 1 Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 2026-09-30
of SS-cum-Head 1 Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 2026-09-30

e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow

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Step 1: Vendors must register on the CPPP or GeM portal using a valid Class III Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) to access tender documents and initiate the official bidding sequence.

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Step 2: Prospective bidders should participate in the pre-bid clarification meeting to resolve technical or contractual queries and review official addendums issued by the procuring authority.

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Step 3: Bidders must prepare and upload the two-cover bid, segregating mandatory pre-qualification and technical documents in Cover One from financial details to maintain bid sanctity.

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Step 4: Upon successful technical evaluation, the commercial BoQ financial bids are opened online to identify the lowest responsive bidder in compliance with financial regulations.

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Step 5: The competent authority issues the formal Letter of Award (LoA) to the successful bidder, requiring timely submission of the Performance Bank Guarantee and contract execution.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in Asrb Senior Scientist-Cum-Head Recruitment must satisfy the multi-tiered technical, financial, and statutory qualifying covenants detailed below:

Evaluation BenchmarkMandated Technical & Financial Covenant
Annual Turnover Criteria The bidder must demonstrate an 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 recruitment, assessment, or high-volume administrative service contracts for government or autonomous bodies in the past seven years.
Statutory Licenses and Compliance Bidders must possess mandatory registrations including valid GSTIN, PAN, EPF, ESI, and applicable labor licenses, demonstrating a clean track record of statutory compliance.
MSME and Startup Exemptions Micro and Small Enterprises and recognized Startups are eligible for exemption from EMD and prior turnover criteria under Rule 170 of GFR 2017, subject to valid certificate submissions.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The procurement for the ASRB Senior Scientist-cum-Head Recruitment entails a comprehensive financial structure governed by GFR 2017 and GeM guidelines. The estimated contract valuation demands meticulous cost-benefit analysis. An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) set strictly at 2% of the estimated tender value acts as a deterrent against frivolous bids, while a Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging from 3% to 5% must be secured from a scheduled commercial bank upon award to safeguard the procuring entity against default. Tender document fees, where applicable, remain non-refundable. To mitigate execution risks, the contract incorporates a stringent Liquidated Damages (LD) clause, levying 0.5 percent of the delayed delivery or execution value per week of delay, capped at a maximum of 10 percent of the total contract value, ensuring strict adherence to project timelines.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

Contractual compliance is strictly monitored through General Conditions of Contract (GCC). Any disputes arising out of the execution must be resolved through arbitration under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, with the venue designated at the headquarters of the procuring entity. Payments are structured via milestone billing linked to definitive deliverables and verified service-level agreements. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) is enforced to rectify any procedural or operational anomalies post-delivery. Furthermore, an Integrity Pact is mandatory for high-value tenders to ensure absolute transparency, preventing corrupt practices and collusion throughout the lifecycle of the procurement process.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Asrb Senior Scientist-Cum-Head Recr

Are Joint Ventures permitted to bid for this ASRB recruitment service tender?

No, Joint Ventures and Consortia are not permitted to participate in this tender to ensure singular accountability and direct contractual responsibility.

What is the acceptable format and validity requirement for the EMD Bank Guarantee?

The EMD Bank Guarantee must be issued by any scheduled commercial bank in India, strictly adhering to the proforma provided in the tender document, and must remain valid for a period of 45 days beyond the final bid validity period.

What is the standard bid validity period for this procurement process?

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

Does the contract include a Price Variation Clause (PVC) for raw material or labor cost escalations?

No, the contract price shall remain firm and fixed throughout the tenure of the contract, and no price escalation on any account will be entertained.

What is the qualifying technical threshold mark during evaluation?

Bidders must secure a minimum of 70 percent marks in the technical evaluation matrix to be declared technically responsive and eligible for financial bid opening.

Can the procuring entity alter the scope of work post-award?

Yes, the procuring entity reserves the right to vary the quantum of work up to 25 percent under standard variation clauses without altering unit rates or terms.