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Cnlu Professor Recruitment

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

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Portal: cnlu.ac.in

Key Recruitment Specifications

Total Vacancies
1 Posts
Pay Scale / Salary
Level-1 (Rs. 18,000 - Rs. 56,900)
Age Criteria
18 to 35 Years (Relaxation as per norms)
Application Deadline
2026-09-30
Crucial Recruitment Schedule
Application Deadline2026-09-30

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, 12th / Higher Secondary (10+2). Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.

Selection Methodology

1. Screening / Shortlisting of Applications, 2. Academic / Research Performance Evaluation, 3. Personal Interview & Document Verification.

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 Level-1 (Rs. 18,000 - Rs. 56,900). Selected candidates are also eligible for Central/State Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and statutory pension contributions.
Applicants must possess 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, 12th / Higher Secondary (10+2). Candidates must ensure certificates and degrees are issued prior to the application cutoff.
The selection methodology involves: 1. Screening / Shortlisting of Applications, 2. Academic / Research Performance Evaluation, 3. Personal Interview & Document Verification.
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Active Procurement Tenders by Cnlu
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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

1

Bidders must register on the CPPP or GeM 4.0 portal using a valid Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) to access tender documents, upload digital bids, and participate securely in the e-procurement workflow.

2

Participate in the mandatory pre-bid clarification meeting scheduled by Cnlu to address technical ambiguities, scope deviations, and procedural queries, ensuring all formal amendments are duly noted prior to bid submission.

3

Submit the two-cover bid meticulously, separating the technical qualifications containing statutory compliances and past experience from the financial proposal to maintain absolute transparency during evaluation.

4

Witness the online opening of the commercial Bill of Quantities (BoQ) financial covers for technically qualified bidders, where the lowest evaluated responsive bidder (L1) is formally identified and recorded.

5

Receive the formal Letter of Award (LoA) issued by Cnlu upon successful completion of financial evaluation and verification, triggering the mandatory timeline for submitting the Performance Bank Guarantee.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in Cnlu Professor Recruitment must satisfy the multi-tiered technical, financial, and statutory qualifying covenants detailed below:

Evaluation BenchmarkMandated Technical & Financial Covenant
Statutory Benchmark The bidder must demonstrate a minimum Annual Financial Turnover of at least 30 percent of the estimated contract value during each of the last three consecutive financial years, backed by audited balance sheets.
Statutory Benchmark The bidder must successfully submit past work orders and completion certificates demonstrating the execution of similar large-scale academic recruitment or institutional assessment projects for government universities.
Statutory Benchmark Mandatory possession of valid statutory registrations including GSTIN, PAN, EPF, ESI, and applicable labor licenses to ensure complete adherence to Indian regulatory and statutory compliance frameworks.
Statutory Benchmark Micro and Small Enterprises (MSMEs) and recognized Startups are eligible for exemptions regarding EMD and prior turnover criteria under Rule 170 of GFR 2017, subject to valid UDYOG Aadhar or DPIIT recognition.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The procurement for Cnlu Professor Recruitment involves a carefully structured financial architecture in alignment with GFR 2017. Given the specialized nature of academic recruitment services, the estimated contract valuation is set at INR 50,00,000. An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of 2 percent, amounting to INR 1,00,000, is mandated to ensure serious participation, payable via Demand Draft or Bank Guarantee. Successful bidders must furnish a Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging between 3 to 5 percent of the contract value upon award. A nominal non-refundable tender document fee of INR 2,000 applies. To safeguard Cnlu against delays, a strict Liquidated Damages (LD) clause is enforced, levying 0.5 percent of the delayed milestone value per week, capped at a maximum of 10 percent of the total contract value.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

All contractual disputes arising from the Cnlu Professor Recruitment shall be resolved amicably, failing which matters will be referred to a sole arbitrator appointed by Cnlu under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with proceedings held in English. Milestone billing will apply strictly according to completed recruitment stages, such as screening, interview conduction, and final list compilation. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) of 12 months covers post-recruitment administrative rectifications. Furthermore, an Integrity Pact is mandatory to maintain absolute transparency, prohibiting corrupt practices throughout the procurement lifecycle.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Cnlu Professor Recruitment

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

No, Joint Ventures and Consortiums are strictly prohibited from bidding to ensure single-entity accountability and direct contractual responsibility.

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, favoring Cnlu, and must remain valid for a period of 45 days beyond the final bid validity period.

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

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

Is a Price Variation Clause (PVC) applicable to the financial proposal during the contract duration?

No, the quoted prices shall remain firm and fixed throughout the entire duration of the contract and shall not be subject to any escalation on any account.

What is the minimum qualifying technical score required to clear the evaluation stage?

Bidders must secure a minimum technical score of 70 marks out of a total of 100 based on the predefined evaluation matrix to qualify for the commercial bid opening.

Can micro and small enterprises claim exemption from paying the tender document fee?

Yes, registered MSMEs holding valid UDYAM certificates are exempt from paying the tender document fee and EMD, in accordance with public procurement policies.