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Ccras of Research Officer Recruitment

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

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Recruiting Authority
Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS)
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Recruiting Authority
Portal: ccras.nic.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

Ph.D / Doctorate, B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), MBBS / Medical Degree. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.

Selection Methodology

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. 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 Ph.D / Doctorate, B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), MBBS / Medical Degree. Candidates must ensure certificates and degrees are issued prior to the application cutoff.
The selection methodology involves: Physical Endurance Test (PET/PST).
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e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow

1

Register the organization on the CPPP or GeM 4.0 portal using a valid Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate, complete entity profile verification, and map authorized signatories for secure tender participation.

2

Participate actively in the scheduled pre-bid clarification meeting to submit technical or commercial queries regarding the recruitment scope, ensuring complete clarity prior to final bid submission.

3

Compile and upload the two-cover bid containing exhaustive pre-qualification documents, statutory compliances, technical methodology, and compliance statements without revealing any commercial pricing.

4

Await technical evaluation outcomes and witness the digital opening of the commercial Bill of Quantities (BoQ) financial bids for all technically qualified and responsive participating agencies.

5

Receive the formal Letter of Award (LoA) upon successful financial ranking, submit the mandated Performance Bank Guarantee, and execute the definitive contract agreement within stipulated timelines.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in Ccras of Research Officer Recruitment must satisfy the multi-tiered technical, financial, and statutory qualifying covenants detailed below:

Evaluation BenchmarkMandated Technical & Financial Covenant
Statutory Benchmark 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, backed by audited balance sheets.
Statutory Benchmark Bidder must have successfully executed similar recruitment or large-scale administrative service projects for government departments or autonomous bodies during the past five years to prove domain capability.
Statutory Benchmark Mandatory submission of active statutory licenses including GSTIN, PAN, EPF registration, ESI registration, and valid labor licenses ensuring absolute adherence to Indian statutory labor and tax frameworks.
Statutory Benchmark Micro and Small Enterprises and recognized Startups are granted exemptions from EMD and tender fee submission in accordance with Rule 170 of GFR 2017 and the Public Procurement Policy, subject to valid UDYAM certification.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The procurement for the Ccras of Research Officer Recruitment by Ccras requires rigorous commercial structuring in alignment with GFR 2017. The estimated contract valuation must factor in comprehensive scope delivery, resource deployment, and administrative overheads. An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of 2 percent of the estimated value is mandated to secure serious participation, submitted via Demand Draft or Bank Guarantee. Successful bidders must furnish a Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging from 3 to 5 percent of the total contract value to safeguard against default during execution. A nominal non-refundable tender document fee applies as per standard institutional policy, though exempt for eligible MSMEs. To enforce timely delivery, a strict Liquidated Damages (LD) clause of 0.5 percent of the undelivered value per week of delay is enforced, capped at a maximum of 10 percent of the total contract value.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

Contract compliance is governed by the General Conditions of Contract (GCC). All disputes arising out of or in connection with the agreement shall be settled amicably, failing which they shall be referred to sole arbitration in accordance with the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with proceedings held in New Delhi. Milestone billing is tied to distinct deliverables such as notification drafting, computer-based test execution, and final dossier handover. A defect liability period applies to data accuracy and process integrity. Furthermore, an Integrity Pact is mandatory to ensure transparency, anti-corruption compliance, and ethical conduct throughout the lifecycle of the procurement engagement.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Ccras of Research Officer Recruitme

Are Joint Ventures or Consortiums eligible to participate in this recruitment tender?

No, Joint Ventures and Consortiums are strictly not permitted to bid for this tender to maintain single-point accountability and direct contractual liability with the primary bidding agency.

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

The EMD Bank Guarantee must be drawn on any scheduled commercial bank in India, strictly adhering to the pro forma provided in the tender document, and must remain valid for at least 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, irrevocable, and open for acceptance for a minimum period of 180 days from the scheduled date of technical bid opening.

Does the contract incorporate a Price Variation Clause (PVC) for the duration of the project?

No, the contract price shall remain firm, fixed, and non-escalable throughout the entire period of contract execution, including any authorized extensions, except for statutory revisions in taxes.

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

Bidders must secure a minimum technical score of 70 marks out of a total of 100 based on the evaluation matrix to be declared technically responsive and eligible for financial bid opening.

Can sub-contracting of any core recruitment service components be permitted under this contract?

Sub-contracting of core evaluation, question paper setting, or data processing activities is strictly prohibited without prior explicit written approval from the competent authority of Ccras.