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Apprentice in Pharmacy Walk in Interview Held

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Apprentice in Pharmacy Walk in Interview Held on administered by BCB Authority (Tamil Nadu).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: BCB Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-04-30 Posting Jurisdiction: Tamil Nadu

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 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	1 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 Apprentice in Pharmacy Walk in Interview Held on?

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 2026-04-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from BCB Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain bcb.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 on the GeM 4.0 portal using valid Class 3 Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) and ensure profile verification for seamless participation in the BCB Authority tender.

Step 2: Prospective bidders should review the tender document thoroughly and submit queries during the designated pre-bid clarification meeting to resolve ambiguities regarding terms of reference.

Step 3: Bidders must prepare and upload a two-cover bid, segregating mandatory pre-qualification documents and technical proposals in Cover 1, ensuring zero mention of commercial values.

Step 4: Following technical evaluation and sample verification, the commercial Bill of Quantities (BoQ) financial bids of technically qualified bidders are opened online through the portal.

Step 5: The lowest evaluated responsive bidder (L1) is issued the Letter of Award (LoA), mandating submission of the PBG and execution of the formal service agreement within stipulated timelines.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in Apprentice in Pharmacy Walk in Interview Held on must satisfy the multi-tiered technical, financial, and statutory qualifying covenants detailed below:

Evaluation Benchmark	Mandated Technical & Financial Covenant
Annual Turnover Criteria	Bidders must possess 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 agency must demonstrate successful execution of similar manpower supply or institutional apprenticeship management contracts with government bodies or PSU clients in the past five years.
Statutory Licenses and Compliance	Mandatory possession of valid GSTIN, PAN, EPF registration, ESI registration, applicable state labor licenses, and valid agency establishment licenses is a strict prerequisite for technical qualification.
MSME and Startup Exemption	Micro and Small Enterprises and recognized Startups are exempted from EMD and prior turnover criteria under Rule 170 of GFR 2017 and the Public Procurement Policy, subject to submission of valid Udyam registration.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The procurement for engaging Pharmacy Apprentices via walk-in interviews by BCB Authority necessitates a structured commercial evaluation aligned with GFR 2017 principles. Although primarily a manpower engagement process rather than a turnkey project, standard financial parameters apply if outsourced via service providers. The estimated contract valuation is determined based on prevailing statutory minimum wages and stipend guidelines under the Apprentices Act. An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of 2 percent of the estimated value is mandated to deter frivolous bids, while a Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging from 3 to 5 percent ensures service continuity and adherence to statutory compliance. Tender document fees are waived as per government mandates for GeM procurements. A Liquidated Damages (LD) clause of 0.5 percent per week, capped at 10 percent of the contract value, is enforced for delays in deployment or failure to meet workforce quotas.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

Contractual compliance is governed by the General Conditions of Contract (GCC) and the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with disputes subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of local courts where BCB Authority is situated. Milestone billing is structured upon monthly verification of attendance, stipend disbursement sheets, and statutory compliance filings. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) or warranty of service quality applies throughout the contract duration to address replacement of non-performing personnel within 48 hours. Furthermore, an Integrity Pact is mandatory for high-value tenders to ensure transparency and prevent corrupt practices.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Apprentice in Pharmacy Walk in Inte

Are Joint Ventures (JVs) or Consortiums eligible to bid for this apprenticeship management contract?

No, Joint Ventures and Consortiums are not permitted to bid. Only single, registered entities meeting all technical and statutory criteria may participate.

What is the acceptable format and validity requirement for the Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) bank guarantee?

The EMD must be submitted via electronic transfer or an irrevocable Bank Guarantee from a scheduled commercial bank in India, remaining valid for 45 days beyond the final bid validity period.

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

Bids must remain valid and open for acceptance by BCB Authority for a period of 180 days from the designated date of technical bid opening.

Does the contract incorporate a Price Variation Clause (PVC) for statutory wage revisions?

Yes, stipends and service charges are subject to statutory revisions under the Minimum Wages Act or Apprenticeship Rules, and adjustments are permitted strictly as per the PVC formula defined in the tender.

What minimum technical evaluation score is required to qualify for the commercial bid opening?

Bidders must secure a minimum technical score of 75 marks out of a total of 100 based on the QCBS matrix defined in the evaluation criteria to be eligible for financial opening.

Can micro and small enterprises claim exemption from the Performance Bank Guarantee submission?

No, while MSMEs are exempt from EMD, successful MSME bidders must still furnish the full Performance Bank Guarantee (3 to 5 percent) as per GFR provisions to secure contract performance.