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Research Associate I P 8264 Interview Held

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Research Associate I P 8264 Interview Held on administered by CIFNET Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: CIFNET 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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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Research Associate I P 8264 Interview Held on?

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 CIFNET Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain cifnet.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 register the bidding organization on the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) and Central Public Procurement Portal (CPPP) using authenticated credentials.

Participate actively in the mandatory pre-bid clarification meeting hosted by CIFNET Authority to submit written queries, resolve technical ambiguities, and note official addendums issued to the tender document.

Prepare and upload the two-cover bid meticulously, ensuring Cover 1 contains all statutory compliances, technical credentials, and EMD instruments, while keeping Cover 2 strictly restricted to the priced financial offer.

Monitor the online portal for technical evaluation outcomes, attend the authorized commercial BoQ financial opening session, and verify that quoted rates align with prevailing market standards and tender caps.

Await the issuance of the formal Letter of Award (LoA) from CIFNET Authority, promptly submit the required Performance Bank Guarantee, and execute the tripartite contract agreement within the stipulated timeframe.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in Research Associate I P 8264 Interview Held on 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 annual financial turnover of at least 30 percent of the estimated contract value during each of the last three preceding financial years, substantiated by audited balance sheets.
Statutory Benchmark	Entities must successfully submit proof of executing similar project works or research-based service assignments for central or state government departments, autonomous bodies, or public sector undertakings within the last seven years.
Statutory Benchmark	Mandatory submission of statutory compliance documents including valid GSTIN registration, Permanent Account Number (PAN), Provident Fund (EPF), Employees State Insurance (ESI) registrations, and applicable labor licenses.
Statutory Benchmark	Registered Micro and Small Enterprises (MSMEs) and recognized Startups are eligible for exemption from EMD and prior turnover criteria under Rule 170 of GFR 2017 and the Public Procurement Policy, subject to valid certificate submissions.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The procurement for Research Associate I P 8264 Interview Held on by CIFNET Authority requires careful financial structuring adhering to General Financial Rules 2017. Contract valuation must reflect accurate market estimation for research services. Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) is mandated at 2 percent of the estimated value to deter non-serious bidders, while the Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranges between 3 to 5 percent of the contract value to secure defect-free execution. Tender document fees are generally waived under GeM guidelines for applicable categories, though standard processing fees may apply. Liquidated Damages (LD) are strictly enforced at 0.5 percent of the delayed delivery or milestone value per week, capped at a maximum of 10 percent of the total contract value, ensuring accountability and timely completion of academic and technical milestones.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

The contract strictly enforces adherence to the General Conditions of Contract (GCC). Any disputes arising from execution shall be resolved amicably, failing which matters will be referred to sole arbitration under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. Milestone billing will govern financial disbursements, tied directly to the successful completion and acceptance of defined research deliverables. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) of twelve months applies post-completion to rectify any operational or academic discrepancies. Furthermore, an Integrity Pact is mandatory for high-value tenders to ensure absolute transparency, prohibiting corrupt practices throughout the procurement lifecycle.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Research Associate I P 8264 Intervi

Are Joint Ventures (JVs) or Consortiums permitted to bid for this research associate tender?

No, Joint Ventures and Consortiums are strictly not allowed to participate in this tender to maintain direct accountability and contractual transparency with the primary bidding entity.

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

The EMD Bank Guarantee must be issued by a scheduled commercial bank in India, strictly conforming to the proforma provided in the tender document, and must remain valid for a period of 45 days beyond the final bid validity date.

What is the standard bid validity period required by CIFNET Authority?

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 (PVC)?

No, the contract is based on a fixed-price model. Prices quoted by the successful bidder shall remain firm and fixed throughout the tenure of the contract, with no provisions for escalation.

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

Bidders must secure a minimum threshold of 70 marks out of 100 during the technical evaluation phase based on past experience, methodology, and team credentials to qualify for the commercial opening.

Where should hard copies of supporting technical documents be submitted?

While primary submission is online via the GeM portal, designated hard copies of mandatory physical affidavits, original EMD instruments, and notarized certificates must reach the CIFNET Authority tender box before the bid submission deadline.