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Cic Director Recruitment

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

Central Information Commission (CIC) Official Emblem
Recruiting Authority
Cic
Portal: cic.gov.in

Key Recruitment Specifications

Total Vacancies
1 Posts
Pay Scale / Salary
Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)
Age Criteria
18 to 30 Years
Application Deadline
2026-09-30
Crucial Recruitment Schedule
Application Deadline2026-09-30

Essential Educational Qualification

M.Tech / M.E, B.Tech / B.E (Engineering). Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.

Selection Methodology

1. Screening / Shortlisting of Applications, 2. Academic / Research Performance Evaluation, 3. Personal Interview & Document Verification.

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. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13). Selected candidates are also eligible for Central/State Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and statutory pension contributions.
Applicants must possess M.Tech / M.E, B.Tech / B.E (Engineering). Candidates must ensure certificates and degrees are issued prior to the application cutoff.
The selection methodology involves: 1. Screening / Shortlisting of Applications, 2. Academic / Research Performance Evaluation, 3. Personal Interview & Document Verification.
Related Openings under Cic
Cadre DesignationVacanciesPay LevelDeadline
And Internship Home 1 Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 2026-09-30
Junior Administrative Assistant / Executive 1 Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 2026-08-14
Director 1 Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 2026-08-14
Director 1 Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 2026-08-14

e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow

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Step 1: Vendors must register on the CPPP or GeM portal using valid Class 3 Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) to access tender documents, acknowledge scope, and download RFP files securely.

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Step 2: Prospective bidders participate in the mandatory pre-bid clarification meeting, submitting written queries regarding terms of reference, deliverables, and evaluation criteria within the stipulated timeline.

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Step 3: Bidders compile and upload the two-cover bid, submitting technical qualifications in Cover 1 and financial proposals separately to ensure unbiased evaluation before commercial opening.

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Step 4: The tender evaluation committee opens the commercial BoQ financial bids for technically qualified bidders, comparing consolidated pricing to determine the lowest responsive bidder for award.

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Step 5: The procuring entity issues the formal Letter of Award (LoA) to the L1 bidder, requiring acceptance, submission of Performance Bank Guarantee, and execution of the final contract agreement.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in Cic Director Recruitment must satisfy the multi-tiered technical, financial, and statutory qualifying covenants detailed below:

Evaluation BenchmarkMandated 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 preceding financial years, supported by audited balance sheets.
Similar Project Execution Experience Bidders must have successfully executed at least three similar executive search or high-level recruitment projects for autonomous bodies, central ministries, or public sector undertakings.
Statutory Licenses and Compliance Mandatory possession of valid GSTIN, Permanent Account Number (PAN), EPF registration, ESI registration, and applicable labor licenses to ensure full adherence to statutory Indian laws.
MSME and Startup Exemption Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) and recognized Startups are exempted from EMD and prior turnover criteria under Rule 170 of GFR 2017 and Public Procurement Policy, subject to furnishing valid UDYOG Aadhaar or DPIIT certification.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The procurement for CIC Director Recruitment under CIC involves structured commercial parameters aligned with GFR 2017 and GeM guidelines. The contract valuation is determined based on comprehensive manpower consulting and executive search benchmarks. An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) fixed at 2 percent of the estimated tender value is mandated to deter frivolous bids, payable via demand draft or bank guarantee. Upon successful selection, the vendor must furnish a Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging between 3 to 5 percent of the total contract value to secure performance obligations through the contract lifecycle. The tender document fee is kept non-refundable to cover administrative overheads, complying with public procurement transparency norms. Furthermore, a strict Liquidated Damages (LD) clause enforces a penalty of 0.5 percent of the undelivered milestone value per week of delay, capped at a maximum of 10 percent of the total contract value, ensuring strict adherence to delivery timelines.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

Contract compliance is strictly governed by the General Conditions of Contract (GCC) and the GFR 2017 framework. Any disputes arising out of the contract shall be resolved amicably, failing which the matter shall be referred to sole arbitration under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with the venue designated at the procuring entity's headquarters. Milestone billing is structured strictly against verifiable deliverables such as candidate sourcing, screening reports, and final onboarding. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) applies to rectify any administrative or procedural lapses post-recruitment. Additionally, an Integrity Pact is mandatory for high-value tenders to ensure transparency, anti-corruption compliance, and ethical conduct throughout the execution of executive search services.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Cic Director Recruitment

Are Joint Ventures (JVs) or Consortiums allowed to bid for the CIC Director Recruitment tender?

No, Joint Ventures and Consortiums are not permitted to bid. Only single, established entities meeting all qualifying criteria independently are eligible to participate.

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

The EMD Bank Guarantee must be issued by a scheduled commercial bank in India in the prescribed proforma provided in the RFP, with a validity extending 45 days beyond the final bid validity period.

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

The bids shall remain valid for acceptance for a period of 180 days from the last date of bid submission, during which bidders cannot modify or withdraw their offers.

Is a Price Variation Clause (PVC) applicable to this professional services contract?

No, the contract price shall remain firm and fixed throughout the tenure of the agreement, and no price escalation on account of statutory tax revisions or inflation will be entertained.

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

Bidders must secure a minimum technical score of 75 percent under the Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) or QCBS-derivative evaluation matrix defined in the RFP to qualify for financial bid opening.

Can subsidiary companies rely on the parent company's financial credentials for turnover criteria?

No, the bidding entity must independently meet the financial turnover criteria based on its own balance sheets and statutory audit reports, unless explicitly permitted via a legally backed corporate guarantee clause in the RFP.