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Cicef Recruitment 2026 — Official Vacancy Notification

Official recruitment notice issued by Cicef for the post of Administrative & Technical Staff Cadre. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.

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Key Recruitment Specifications

Total Vacancies
1 Posts
Pay Scale / Salary
Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)
Age Criteria
18 to 30 Years
Application Deadline
2026-09-30

Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation

URTotal
11
Crucial Recruitment Schedule
Online Registration Starts2026-07-13
Application Deadline2026-09-30

Essential Educational Qualification

Graduate / As specified in official notice. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.

Selection Methodology

1. Computer Based Written Test (CBT), 2. Skill Test / Interview (Where Applicable), 3. Document Verification & Medical Fitness Test.

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 Graduate / As specified in official notice. Candidates must ensure certificates and degrees are issued prior to the application cutoff.
The selection methodology involves: 1. Computer Based Written Test (CBT), 2. Skill Test / Interview (Where Applicable), 3. Document Verification & Medical Fitness Test.
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e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow

1

Obtain a valid Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate and register organizational credentials on the GeM portal and Central Public Procurement Portal to enable authorized bidding capabilities.

2

Participate actively in the mandatory pre-bid clarification meeting to submit technical queries, review amendments, and seek official interpretations regarding recruitment notice documentation scopes.

3

Prepare and upload the comprehensive two-cover bid, ensuring Cover One contains all mandatory pre-qualification credentials, statutory compliance certificates, and technical proposal deliverables without mentioning prices.

4

Submit the finalized financial proposal and Bill of Quantities through the secure e-procurement module, awaiting the scheduled opening of commercial bids following technical qualification.

5

Receive the formal Letter of Award post-evaluation, submit the requisite Performance Bank Guarantee within the stipulated timeframe, and execute the final binding contract agreement.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in Cicef PDF Document Notice Recruitment must satisfy the multi-tiered technical, financial, and statutory qualifying covenants detailed below:

Evaluation BenchmarkMandated Technical & Financial Covenant
Statutory Benchmark Bidders must demonstrate an average annual financial turnover of at least thirty percent of the estimated contract value during the last three consecutive financial years, supported by audited balance sheets.
Statutory Benchmark Prospective agencies must submit proof of successfully executing similar recruitment document processing or publishing projects during the last seven years, meeting specified single-value threshold criteria.
Statutory Benchmark Mandatory possession of valid statutory registrations including GSTIN, PAN, EPF, ESI, and applicable state or central labor licenses to ensure absolute regulatory compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
Statutory Benchmark Micro and Small Enterprises and recognized Startups are eligible for exemptions regarding EMD and prior turnover requirements under Rule 170 of GFR 2017, subject to valid UDYAM certification.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The procurement for the Cicef PDF Document Notice Recruitment entails a structured financial framework adhering to GFR 2017 guidelines. The estimated contract valuation dictates the fiscal architecture, requiring an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) fixed strictly at two percent of the estimated value to deter frivolous bids. Upon successful contractor selection, a Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging from three to five percent of the contract value must be deposited to secure faultless execution. Tender document fees are kept non-refundable where applicable, aligning with digital procurement rules. To safeguard the procuring entity against delays, a stringent Liquidated Damages (LD) clause is enforced, levying zero point five percent of the contract price per week of delay, capped at a maximum of ten percent of the total contract value.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

Contract compliance is governed by General Conditions of Contract, mandating milestone-based billing linked to verified deliverable stages. A Defect Liability Period is enforced to rectify any document discrepancies post-delivery. Disputes arising from the contract shall be resolved amicably, failing which matters will be referred to sole arbitration under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, with proceedings held in English. An Integrity Pact must be executed for transparency, binding parties against corrupt practices.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Cicef PDF Document Notice Recruitme

Are Joint Ventures or Consortia permitted to participate in this recruitment document tender?

No, Joint Ventures and Consortia are strictly prohibited from bidding for this specialized procurement to ensure single-entity accountability and direct contractual responsibility.

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

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

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

All submitted bids must remain valid and open for acceptance for a minimum period of 180 days from the scheduled date of technical bid opening.

Does this contract incorporate a Price Variation Clause for raw material or labor index changes?

No, the contract price shall remain firm and fixed throughout the duration of the project, and no price escalation will be entertained under any circumstances.

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

Bidders must secure a minimum technical score of seventy marks out of a total hundred during the techno-commercial evaluation to be declared responsive and eligible for financial bid opening.

Can MSME vendors claim exemption from submitting the cost of tender documents?

Yes, registered Micro and Small Enterprises holding valid Udyam Registration Certificates are exempt from paying tender document fees and EMD as per prevailing public procurement policies.