Cnlu of Research Assistant -DPIIT-IPR Chair Recruitment
Official recruitment notice issued by Cnlu for the post of Research Assistant -DPIIT-IPR Chair. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
Ph.D / Doctorate, B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), MBBS / Medical Degree, LLB / Law Degree, CA / ICWA / CS, Post Graduate (Master's Degree), Graduate (Bachelor's Degree), Diploma / Technical Certificate. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
1. Computer Based Test (Tier-1), 2. Skill / Typing / Shorthand Test (Qualifying), 3. Document Verification & Final Merit List.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Health Department | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Professor | 1 | Level-1 (Rs. 18,000 | 2026-04-11 |
| Professor | 1 | Level-1 (Rs. 18,000 | 2022-05-05 |
| Professor | 1 | Level-1 (Rs. 18,000 | 2026-09-30 |
| Procurement Scope | Est. Value | EMD Amount | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tender Notice - Cnlu (Tender: General Governm | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Cnlu (Tender: Civil / Constru | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Cnlu (Tender: General Governm | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow
Procure a valid Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate and complete mandatory registration on the GeM 4.0 portal or Central Public Procurement Portal to access tender documents and submit bids securely.
Participate actively in the scheduled pre-bid clarification meeting to submit written queries, resolve ambiguities regarding the terms of reference, and note official addendums issued by CNLU.
Prepare and upload the two-cover technical bid containing all mandatory pre-qualification documents, statutory compliance certificates, and technical proposals without disclosing any commercial pricing.
Await technical evaluation outcomes, and upon qualification, participate in the opening of the commercial Bill of Quantities (BoQ) financial cover on the designated e-procurement portal.
Receive, review, and formally accept the Letter of Award (LoA) issued by CNLU, subsequently submitting the requisite Performance Bank Guarantee within the stipulated timeframe to execute the contract.
Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards
Bidders participating in Cnlu of Research Assistant -DPIIT-IPR Chair Recruitment must satisfy the multi-tiered technical, financial, and statutory qualifying covenants detailed below:
| Evaluation Benchmark | Mandated Technical & Financial Covenant |
|---|---|
| Statutory Benchmark | The bidder must possess a minimum average annual 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 | The bidder must have successfully executed similar manpower outsourcing or academic research support projects for premier educational institutions or government bodies over the past five years. |
| Statutory Benchmark | Mandatory possession of valid statutory registrations including GSTIN, Permanent Account Number (PAN), EPF, ESI, and applicable labor licenses under central or state enactments. |
| Statutory Benchmark | Micro and Small Enterprises 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 furnishing valid UDYAM or DPIIT certificates. |
Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees
The financial evaluation for the recruitment of the Research Assistant under the DPIIT-IPR Chair at CNLU necessitates rigorous structuring in alignment with the General Financial Rules 2017. Contract valuation must reflect prevailing market remuneration and institutional norms. In compliance with Rule 170, an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) fixed at 2% of the estimated cost is mandated to deter frivolous bids, acceptable via Bank Guarantee or Demand Draft. Upon successful award, the selected service provider or agency shall furnish a Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging from 3% to 5% of the total contract value to secure against performance defaults, remaining valid through the defect liability period. Tender document fees, if applicable, shall remain strictly non-refundable in accordance with institutional financial guidelines. Furthermore, the contract incorporates a stringent Liquidated Damages (LD) clause, levying 0.5% of the delayed milestone value per week of delay, capped at a maximum of 10% of the total contract value, ensuring strict adherence to project timelines.
General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance
Contractual compliance is governed by the General Conditions of Contract, incorporating milestone-based billing linked to tangible deliverables and verified timesheets. A Defect Liability Period is enforced to rectify any administrative or procedural discrepancies post-deployment. To ensure absolute transparency and ethical conduct, an Integrity Pact is mandatory for high-value tenders. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with the contract shall be resolved amicably through mutual negotiations. Failing which, the matter shall be referred to sole arbitration administered in accordance with the provisions of the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1996, with the venue of arbitration located at the CNLU campus, and proceedings conducted in English.
Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Cnlu of Research Assistant -DPIIT-I
No, Joint Ventures and Consortiums are strictly not permitted to participate in this tender to ensure singular accountability and direct contractual liability.
The EMD Bank Guarantee must be issued by a scheduled commercial bank in India in favor of CNLU, remaining valid for a period of 45 days beyond the final bid validity period.
All submitted bids must remain valid and open for acceptance by CNLU for a minimum period of 120 days from the scheduled date of technical bid opening.
No, the contract price shall remain firm and fixed throughout the duration of the agreement, and no escalation on account of inflation or statutory wage revisions shall be entertained unless explicitly provided.
Bidders must secure a minimum technical score of 70 marks out of 100 during the Quality-cum-Cost Based Evaluation or designated technical matrix to be declared technically qualified.
Hard copies of statutory certificates and EMD instruments, if mandated, must be submitted in a sealed envelope to the Registrar, CNLU, within the stipulated deadline specified in the tender data sheet.