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Project Research Scientist Iii Non Medical P 8260 Interview Held on 10 03

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Project Research Scientist Iii Non Medical P 8260 Interview Held on 10 03 administered by CDSCO Authority (Rajasthan).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: CDSCO Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-07-17 Posting Jurisdiction: Rajasthan

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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. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	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 Project Research Scientist Iii Non Medical P 8260 Interview Held on 10 03?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) 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 2026-07-17. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from CDSCO Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain cdsco.gov.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow

Obtain a valid Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) and complete mandatory registration on the Central Public Procurement Portal (CPPP) or GeM 4.0 portal to access tender documents.

Participate actively in the pre-bid clarification meeting scheduled by CDSCO Authority to resolve technical ambiguities regarding research deliverables and contractual terms before the cutoff date.

Prepare and upload the two-cover bid comprising technical credentials in Cover 1 and the priced Bill of Quantities (BoQ) in Cover 2 within the stipulated electronic submission deadline.

Attend the online commercial BoQ financial opening session post-technical evaluation to review compliant bidder pricing and verify competitive financial ranking positions transparently.

Receive the formal Letter of Award (LoA) issued by the procuring entity, followed by immediate submission of the required Performance Bank Guarantee and execution of the formal agreement.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in Project Research Scientist Iii Non Medical P 8260 Interview Held on 10 03 must satisfy the multi-tiered technical, financial, and statutory qualifying covenants detailed below:

Evaluation Benchmark	Mandated 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, backed by audited balance sheets.
Statutory Benchmark	Submission of satisfactory past work execution credentials for at least three similar research or scientific manpower projects executed for government or autonomous bodies in the last seven years.
Statutory Benchmark	Mandatory possession of valid statutory registrations including GSTIN, PAN, EPF, ESI, and appropriate labor licenses to ensure full compliance with Indian labor and taxation laws.
Statutory Benchmark	Exemption from EMD and prior turnover criteria for eligible MSMEs and Startups registered with the National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC) or Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) as per Rule 170 of GFR 2017.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The procurement for Project Research Scientist III Non Medical under CDSCO Authority involves a specialized scientific consultancy and manpower deployment contract valued based on prevailing institutional pay scales and service overheads. In compliance with GFR 2017, an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of 2 percent of the estimated tender value is mandatory to deter frivolous bids, while a Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging from 3 to 5 percent of the total contract value must be furnished by the successful bidder upon award to secure flawless project execution. Tender document fees are exempted as per government policy for micro and small enterprises. Liquidated Damages (LD) are strictly enforced at 0.5 percent of the delayed milestone value per week of default, capped at a maximum of 10 percent of the total contract value, ensuring strict adherence to timelines.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

Contract compliance is governed by the General Conditions of Contract (GCC) of GFR 2017. Any disputes arising out of the contract shall be resolved amicably, failing which they will be referred to sole arbitration under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with the venue at New Delhi. Milestone billing is linked to the submission and acceptance of periodic scientific research reports. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) of twelve months applies to all deliverables. Furthermore, an Integrity Pact is mandatory to ensure absolute transparency, probity, and prevention of corrupt practices throughout the procurement lifecycle.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Project Research Scientist Iii Non

Are Joint Ventures (JVs) or Consortiums eligible to bid for this scientific research contract?

No, Joint Ventures and Consortiums are not permitted to bid for this specialized scientific project, as individual institutional accountability and direct technical competency are required.

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

The EMD must be submitted either through online payment gateway, Demand Draft, or an irrevocable Bank Guarantee from a scheduled commercial bank in India, valid for a period of 45 days beyond the final bid validity period.

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

Bids must remain valid and open for acceptance for a minimum period of 180 days from the last date of bid submission.

Is a Price Variation Clause (PVC) applicable during the tenure of the contract?

No, the contract prices shall remain firm and fixed throughout the period of execution, and no escalation on any account will be admissible unless specifically authorized by CDSCO Authority under exceptional statutory policy revisions.

What is the qualifying benchmark score in the technical evaluation stage?

Bidders must secure a minimum technical score of 70 marks out of a total 100 marks based on the evaluation matrix to qualify for the opening of financial bids.

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

Yes, CDSCO Authority reserves the right to alter or modify the scope of work up to 25 percent of the contract value under the variation clause of GFR 2017, with proportionate adjustment in remuneration.