CHANDEL Recruitment Dossier

Empanelement of Panel Advocates D O Madurai

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Empanelement of Panel Advocates D O Madurai administered by CHANDEL Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: CHANDEL Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 20-04-2026 Posting Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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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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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
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Of Officer on Deputation to Rec	1 Openings	Level-12 (₹78,800 - ₹2,09,200)	20-02-2026
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Active Procurement Tenders by CHANDEL

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Limited TENDER 52 Purchase Office Chemical Incubator Cum Shaker 2017	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Limited TENDER 54 Purchase Office Amd Y Duct with Flange 2017 Due on	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Limited TENDER 614 Purchase Office Physics Acrylic Glove Box 2017 Due	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
List of Proposals Forming Part of Procurement Plan for 2021 22	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Empanelement of Panel Advocates D O Madurai?

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 20-04-2026. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from CHANDEL Authority?

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

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e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow

Register organizational credentials and authorized signatories on the GeM portal and Central Public Procurement Portal using valid Class III Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) to initiate submission.

Participate actively in the mandatory pre-bid clarification meeting hosted by CHANDEL Authority to resolve ambiguities regarding terms of reference, fee structures, and submission guidelines.

Upload the comprehensive two-cover bid containing all statutory pre-qualification documents, legal credentials, and technical proposals into the designated portal before the stipulated deadline.

Attend the scheduled commercial BoQ financial opening session conducted digitally for technically qualified panel advocate applicants whose submissions meet all pre-qualification standards.

Receive the formal Letter of Award (LoA) issued by CHANDEL Authority, followed by the timely submission of the Performance Bank Guarantee and execution of the formal agreement.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in Empanelement of Panel Advocates D O Madurai must satisfy the multi-tiered technical, financial, and statutory qualifying covenants detailed below:

Evaluation Benchmark	Mandated Technical & Financial Covenant
Statutory Benchmark	The applicant law firm or individual advocate must demonstrate a minimum average annual turnover of at least 30 percent of the estimated contract value over the preceding three consecutive financial years.
Statutory Benchmark	Submission of verifiable past work orders and client certificates indicating successful execution of similar legal advisory and litigation management projects for central or state public sector undertakings.
Statutory Benchmark	Mandatory possession of valid statutory registrations including PAN, Goods and Services Tax Identification Number (GSTIN), and active enrollment certificates with the Bar Council of India or relevant State Bar Council.
Statutory Benchmark	Applicability of MSME and Startup exemptions concerning Earnest Money Deposit under Rule 170 of General Financial Rules 2017, subject to the submission of valid UDYAM registration certificates.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The procurement dossier for the empanelement of panel advocates under CHANDEL Authority, Madurai, mandates a structured financial framework adhering to GFR 2017 and GeM guidelines. The contract valuation is determined based on professional fee schedules and retainer structures. The Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) is strictly fixed at 2 percent of the estimated tender value to deter non-serious bidders, payable via demand draft or online bank transfer. A Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging between 3 to 5 percent of the total contract value must be furnished by successful advocates upon award, remaining valid until the completion of the engagement term. In alignment with public procurement norms for professional service tenders, the non-refundable tender document fee is waived, while liquidated damages of 0.5 percent per week of delay, capped at a maximum of 10 percent of the contract value, apply for any unexcused delays in legal opinion or document submission.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

Contract compliance is governed by the General Conditions of Contract, incorporating strict adherence to milestone billing tied to successful delivery of legal opinions, court appearances, and drafting assignments. A Defect Liability Period is enforced for any professional deficiencies noted during the tenure. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with the empanelement shall be settled amicably, failing which the matter shall be referred to sole arbitration under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with proceedings held in Madurai. Furthermore, an Integrity Pact is mandatory to ensure transparency, anti-corruption compliance, and ethical conduct throughout the contractual lifecycle.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Empanelement of Panel Advocates D O

Are Joint Ventures or Consortiums eligible to apply for the empanelement of panel advocates?

No, Joint Ventures and Consortiums are not eligible for this empanelement as legal representation requires individual professional accreditation and verifiable individual standing at the bar.

What is the acceptable format for submitting the Earnest Money Deposit bank guarantee?

The EMD must be submitted strictly in the form of an online transfer, demand draft, or a bank guarantee issued by a scheduled commercial bank in India, favoring CHANDEL Authority and valid for 45 days beyond the final bid validity period.

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

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

Does this contract include a price variation clause for professional fees?

No, the financial quotes submitted in the BoQ shall remain firm and fixed throughout the primary contract duration without provision for any escalation or price variation.

What is the minimum qualifying technical score required for financial bid opening?

Bidders must secure a minimum threshold score of 70 marks out of 100 during the technical evaluation phase based on experience, panel strength, and court practice jurisdiction to qualify for the commercial opening.

Can micro and small enterprises claim exemption from paying the tender document fee?

Yes, valid MSEs registered under UDYAM are exempt from tender document fees and EMD requirements in accordance with the Public Procurement Policy for MSEs Order and GFR 2017 provisions.