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Research Fellow Temporary P 5433 Walk in Interview Held

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Research Fellow Temporary P 5433 Walk in Interview Held on administered by CIFNET Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: CIFNET Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Level-12 (₹78,800 - ₹2,09,200) Cutoff Date: 20-11-2025 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	Level-12 (₹78,800 - ₹2,09,200)	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 Fellow Temporary P 5433 Walk in Interview Held on?

The sanctioned remuneration is Level-12 (₹78,800 - ₹2,09,200) 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 20-11-2025. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from CIFNET Authority?

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e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow

Procure a valid Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) and complete mandatory vendor registration on the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) and Central Public Procurement Portal (CPPP) using organizational credentials.

Participate actively in the scheduled pre-bid clarification meeting to submit technical queries regarding research deliverables, eligibility parameters, and contractual terms set by the CIFNET Authority.

Compile and upload the two-cover bid containing complete technical credentials, statutory compliance documents, and supporting research experience securely onto the GeM portal before the strict deadline.

Await the technical evaluation outcome and witness the online financial opening of the BoQ for technically qualified bidders meeting all stringent pre-qualification benchmarks mandated in the tender document.

Receive the official Letter of Award (LoA) upon successful financial ranking, review the stipulated conditions, and execute the formal contract agreement within the mandated statutory timeline.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in Research Fellow Temporary P 5433 Walk in 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 an average annual financial turnover of at least 30 percent of the estimated contract value during the last three consecutive financial years, supported by audited balance sheets.
Statutory Benchmark	Submission of verifiable past work orders and completion certificates demonstrating successful execution of similar research, academic consultancy, or technical manpower deployment projects for government bodies.
Statutory Benchmark	Mandatory possession of statutory licenses and registrations including valid GSTIN, PAN, EPF, ESI, and applicable labor licenses complying with central and state regulatory frameworks.
Statutory Benchmark	Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) and Startups are eligible for relaxation of prior turnover and experience criteria subject to Rule 170 of GFR 2017 and the Public Procurement Policy, provided valid UDYOG AADHAAR or DPIIT certificates are submitted.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The procurement for the Research Fellow engagement by CIFNET Authority under a walk-in framework requires careful commercial structuring aligned with GFR 2017. Given the nature of temporary research fellowships, the contract valuation is determined based on consolidated remuneration and institutional overheads. While traditional works and goods contracts mandate a 2% Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) and a 3-5% Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG), professional service and manpower outsourcing models on GeM generally exempt or adjust these parameters to ensure wider participation. Tender document fees are waived in compliance with Digital India and GeM norms for electronic procurement. Liquidated Damages (LD) at 0.5% per week up to a ceiling of 10% of the contract value remain applicable for delayed deliverables, milestone lapses, or failure to deploy qualified personnel within the stipulated timeframe, safeguarding public funds and ensuring institutional accountability.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

Contract compliance is strictly governed by the General Conditions of Contract (GCC) of GFR 2017. Milestone billing is tied strictly to the successful submission and verification of periodic research reports and deliverables. The Defect Liability Period (DLP) extends to cover any discrepancies or data recalibration requirements identified post-submission. Any disputes arising from the contract shall be resolved through binding arbitration under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with jurisdiction restricted to the local courts of the procuring entity. Furthermore, an Integrity Pact is enforced to maintain absolute transparency, prohibiting corrupt practices throughout the lifecycle of the engagement.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Research Fellow Temporary P 5433 Wa

Are Joint Ventures or Consortiums eligible to bid for this research fellowship tender?

No, Joint Ventures and Consortiums are not permitted. The tender is meant for individual qualified researchers or registered proprietary firms/institutions capable of direct execution.

What is the acceptable format for submitting the Earnest Money Deposit (EMD)?

EMD, if applicable, must be submitted via Account Payee Demand Draft, Fixed Deposit Receipt, Banker's Cheque, or Bank Guarantee from a commercial bank in favor of the procuring entity.

What is the standard bid validity period for proposals submitted to CIFNET Authority?

The bids shall remain valid for a minimum period of 120 days from the date of technical bid opening, during which bidders cannot withdraw or modify their financial quotes.

Is there any Price Variation Clause (PVC) applicable to this temporary research contract?

No, the financial quote submitted via the BoQ shall remain firm and fixed throughout the duration of the contract, and no escalation will be entertained under any circumstances.

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

Bidders must secure a minimum of 70 percent marks during the technical evaluation based on credentials, methodology, and past experience to qualify for the financial bid opening stage.

Can the procuring entity extend the contract duration beyond the initial walk-in tenure?

Yes, the CIFNET Authority reserves the right to extend the contract tenure subject to satisfactory performance review, availability of project funds, and mutual written consent.