Ctae Director Recruitment
Official recruitment notice issued by Ctae for the post of Director. 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, M.Tech / M.E, B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), Post Graduate (Master's Degree), Graduate (Bachelor's Degree). Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
Physical Endurance Test (PET/PST).
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seats PG Admissions | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-08-13 |
| Srf | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-08-13 |
| Director | 1 | Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 | 2026-09-30 |
| of Vacant Seats PG Admissions | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Procurement Scope | Est. Value | EMD Amount | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tender Notice - Ctae (Tender: General Governm | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow
Register the entity on the GeM portal or CPPP using a valid Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) to obtain necessary credentials for participating in the CTAE Director recruitment tender process.
Conduct a pre-bid clarification meeting to address technical queries from prospective bidders, ensuring all participants have a clear understanding of the recruitment scope and evaluation parameters before submission.
Submit the two-cover bid comprising the technical proposal, detailing the search methodology and credentials, and the commercial BoQ, ensuring all mandatory documents are uploaded within the specified portal deadline.
Perform the commercial BoQ financial opening following the successful technical evaluation, where only technically qualified bidders proceed to the price discovery phase to determine the lowest responsive bidder.
Issue the formal Letter of Award (LoA) to the successful bidder upon final approval by the competent authority, initiating the contract signing process and subsequent commencement of recruitment services.
Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards
Bidders participating in Ctae Director 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 demonstrate an average annual turnover of at least 30% of the estimated contract value during the last three consecutive financial years, supported by audited balance sheets. |
| Statutory Benchmark | The bidder must provide proof of executing at least two similar executive search or leadership recruitment projects for government or autonomous academic institutions within the last five years. |
| Statutory Benchmark | The bidder must possess valid statutory registrations including GSTIN, PAN, EPF, ESI, and a valid Labor License to ensure full compliance with Indian labor and taxation laws. |
| Statutory Benchmark | MSMEs and Startups recognized by DPIIT are eligible for exemptions from EMD and prior turnover requirements as per Rule 170 of GFR 2017 and the Public Procurement Policy. |
Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees
The procurement for CTAE Director recruitment involves high-stakes professional services requiring a robust financial framework. The contract valuation is determined based on market benchmarks for executive search firms. An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of 2% of the estimated value is mandatory to ensure bidder seriousness, though MSMEs may be exempted under GFR 2017 Rule 170. A Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging from 3% to 5% of the contract value is required from the successful bidder to ensure faithful execution. A non-refundable tender fee is typically waived on GeM to promote transparency. Liquidated Damages (LD) are strictly capped at 0.5% per week of delay, with a maximum ceiling of 10% of the total contract value, ensuring accountability for timelines. This structure aligns with GFR 2017 guidelines to mitigate financial risk while maintaining competitive participation in the recruitment process.
General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance
The contract adheres to the General Financial Rules 2017, incorporating an Integrity Pact to ensure transparency. Dispute resolution is governed by the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with the venue specified as the jurisdiction of the Procuring Entity. Payments are structured on milestone-based billing, linked to the successful shortlisting and final appointment of the Director. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) is applicable to the recruitment process, ensuring the agency remains responsible for candidate replacement if the appointee resigns within a specified timeframe. All clauses are designed to protect the interests of CTAE while ensuring ethical service delivery.
Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Ctae Director Recruitment
Joint Ventures are generally not permitted unless explicitly stated in the tender document to ensure accountability of a single lead agency.
The EMD Bank Guarantee must be submitted in the standard format provided in the tender document, issued by a scheduled commercial bank in India.
The bid validity period is typically 180 days from the date of technical bid opening, subject to extension if requested by the procuring entity.
No, the contract is based on a fixed-price model to ensure budgetary certainty throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
Technical evaluation is based on a weighted scoring matrix covering firm experience, consultant expertise, search methodology, and past performance references.
No, while MSMEs may be exempt from EMD, they are generally required to submit the Performance Bank Guarantee to ensure contract performance.