Punjab • Cja

Cja DIRECTOR Recruitment

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

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Recruiting Authority
Cja
Portal: cja.gov.in

Key Recruitment Specifications

Total Vacancies
1 Posts
Pay Scale / Salary
Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)
Age Criteria
18 to 35 Years
Application Deadline
2026-08-14

Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation

URTotal
11
Crucial Recruitment Schedule
Online Registration Starts2026-01-13
Application Deadline2026-08-14

Essential Educational Qualification

MBBS / Medical Degree. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.

Selection Methodology

Physical Endurance Test (PET/PST).

Frequently Asked Questions

The last date for submitting online applications is 2026-08-14. 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 MBBS / Medical Degree. Candidates must ensure certificates and degrees are issued prior to the application cutoff.
The selection methodology involves: Physical Endurance Test (PET/PST).
Related Openings under Cja
Cadre DesignationVacanciesPay LevelDeadline
Director 1 Level-2 (Rs. 19,900 2026-08-14
DIRECTOR 1 Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 2026-09-30
DIRECTOR 1 Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 2026-09-30
Junior Administrative Assistant / Executive 1 Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 2026-09-30

e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow

1

Obtain a valid Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) and complete mandatory entity registration on the Central Public Procurement Portal (CPPP) or GeM 4.0 platform prior to document downloading.

2

Submit formal written queries during the stipulated window and actively participate in the pre-bid clarification meeting organized by Cja to resolve technical and commercial ambiguities.

3

Upload the complete two-cover bid comprising technical credentials in Cover 1 and financial BoQ in Cover 2, ensuring all statutory documents are digitally signed before the deadline.

4

Attend the scheduled online opening of Cover 1 for technical evaluation, followed by the financial opening of commercially compliant bidders through the automated portal module.

5

Receive the formal Letter of Award (LoA) upon successful financial evaluation, submit the mandated PBG within the stipulated timeframe, and execute the formal contract agreement.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in Cja DIRECTOR 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 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 executive search or high-level recruitment projects for government or autonomous bodies.
Statutory Benchmark Mandatory possession of valid statutory registrations including GSTIN, Permanent Account Number (PAN), EPF, ESI, and applicable labor licenses complying with Indian labor laws.
Statutory Benchmark Registered Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) and recognized startups are eligible for exemption from EMD and tender fee submission pursuant to Rule 170 of GFR 2017 and the Public Procurement Policy, subject to valid certificate submission.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The procurement for the Cja DIRECTOR Recruitment under Cja entails a robust financial architecture aligned with General Financial Rules (GFR) 2017 and Government e-Marketplace (GeM) standards. Contract valuation is derived from benchmarked executive search expenditures. An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) pegged strictly at 2 percent of the estimated cost ensures serious bidder participation. Successful bidders must furnish a Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging from 3 to 5 percent of the total contract value, valid through the entire execution and defect liability period. A nominal non-refundable tender document fee may apply unless exempted. To mitigate project delays, a stringent Liquidated Damages (LD) clause levies 0.5 percent of the delayed milestone value per week, capped at a maximum of 10 percent of the total contract price, ensuring strict adherence to timelines.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

Contract compliance is governed by General Conditions of Contract (GCC), mandating milestone-based billing linked to verifiable deliverables in the recruitment lifecycle. An Integrity Pact is enforced to maintain transparency and curb corrupt practices. The Defect Liability Period (DLP) extends to cover post-recruitment guarantees as specified in the tender. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with the contract shall be settled amicably through mutual negotiations. If unresolved, the matter shall be referred to sole arbitration under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with proceedings conducted in English at the city of the procuring entity, and the arbitral award shall be final and binding on both parties.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Cja DIRECTOR Recruitment

Are Joint Ventures (JVs) or Consortiums eligible to bid for the Cja DIRECTOR Recruitment tender?

Unless explicitly permitted in the Special Conditions of Contract (SCC), Joint Ventures and Consortiums are generally discouraged for professional executive search services to maintain single-point accountability.

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

The EMD must be furnished via an Account Payee Demand Draft, Fixed Deposit Receipt, Banker's Cheque, or Bank Guarantee from a scheduled commercial bank in India, valid for a minimum of 45 days beyond the final bid validity period.

What is the standard bid validity period required under this tender?

Bids must remain valid and open for acceptance for a minimum period of 180 days from the last date of bid submission, during which no price escalations are permitted.

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

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

What is the qualifying threshold for technical evaluation under the QCBS method?

Bidders must secure a minimum technical score of 70 marks out of 100 in the technical evaluation matrix to be considered responsive and eligible for the subsequent financial bid opening.

Can MSMEs claim exemption from submitting the Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG)?

No. While MSMEs are exempt from EMD and tender fee under Rule 170 of GFR 2017, successful MSME bidders are still obligated to submit the full Performance Bank Guarantee as specified in the contract.