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Additional Private Secretary Exam 2024

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Additional Private Secretary Exam 2024 administered by CUG Authority (Andaman and Nicobar Islands).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: CUG Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: Andaman and Nicobar Islands

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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	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	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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3262 3257 3264 3248 3262 3236 3265 3256 3202 3222 3277 3247 3270 Kscst	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-03-01
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Recruitment of Various Posts in Qci	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Due to Unavoidable Circumstances the Scheduled Interview	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by CUG

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Auction Document Against Bid 213 Po Disposal of Condemned Items Med 2023 24 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Auction Document Against Bid 60 Po Disposal of Condemned Items Eed 2023 24 D Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Auction Document Against Bid 79 Po Disposal of Condemned Items Csed 2022 23 Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Aug 06 2017 P M Hospital NIT for Cardiac Monitor and Ecg Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Additional Private Secretary Exam 2024?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) 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 2026-09-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from CUG Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain cug.ac.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow

Register the entity on the GeM portal or CPPP using a valid Class III Digital Signature Certificate to obtain necessary login credentials for participating in the CUG Authority tender process.

Attend the mandatory pre-bid clarification meeting to seek technical and commercial deviations, ensuring all queries are documented and addressed through formal corrigendum issued by the CUG Authority procurement cell.

Submit the two-cover bid consisting of a technical proposal detailing examination security protocols and a separate commercial BoQ, ensuring all documents are digitally signed and uploaded before the deadline.

Participate in the commercial BoQ financial opening process, where the CUG Authority evaluates the lowest responsive bidder (L1) based on the total quoted price inclusive of all applicable taxes.

Receive the formal Letter of Award (LoA) from the CUG Authority, followed by the submission of the Performance Bank Guarantee and signing of the formal contract agreement to commence work.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in Additional Private Secretary Exam 2024 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 financial years, supported by audited balance sheets.
Statutory Benchmark	The bidder must have successfully executed at least three similar examination management projects for government or autonomous bodies in the last five years, with supporting work orders.
Statutory Benchmark	The bidder must possess valid registrations for GSTIN, PAN, EPF, ESI, and a valid Labor License, ensuring full compliance with all statutory labor and taxation laws of India.
Statutory Benchmark	MSME and Startup entities are eligible for exemption from EMD and prior turnover/experience criteria under Rule 170 of GFR 2017, provided they submit valid Udyam or DPIIT registration certificates.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The procurement for the Additional Private Secretary Exam 2024 by CUG Authority requires a robust financial structure aligned with GFR 2017. The contract valuation must be derived from a realistic cost estimate covering logistics, question paper security, and invigilation. An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of 2% of the estimated value is mandatory to ensure bidder seriousness, while a Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) of 3-5% serves as a safeguard against non-performance. Tender document fees are generally waived on GeM, though offline tenders may require non-refundable payments. The Liquidated Damages (LD) clause is strictly set at 0.5% per week of delay, capped at 10% of the total contract value, ensuring timely execution. These parameters mitigate financial risk for the CUG Authority while maintaining transparency and accountability throughout the examination lifecycle, ensuring that the selected agency adheres to strict financial discipline and service level agreements.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

The contract shall be governed by the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with disputes settled in the jurisdiction of the CUG Authority. Billing will follow a milestone-based approach linked to examination phases, including pre-exam, conduct, and post-exam result processing. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) of six months post-declaration of results is mandatory to address any technical discrepancies. Furthermore, an Integrity Pact must be signed to ensure transparency, preventing corrupt practices and ensuring that all procurement actions remain compliant with GFR 2017 standards, thereby upholding the sanctity of the examination process.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Additional Private Secretary Exam 2

Are Joint Ventures allowed to participate in this tender?

Joint Ventures are generally discouraged unless specifically mentioned in the NIT; however, a consortium approach may be permitted if the lead partner meets 60% of the criteria.

What is the prescribed format for the EMD Bank Guarantee?

The EMD Bank Guarantee must be issued by a scheduled commercial bank in the format prescribed in the tender document, valid for 45 days beyond the final bid validity.

What is the standard bid validity period for this procurement?

The standard bid validity period is 180 days from the date of technical bid opening, during which the bidder cannot withdraw or modify their offer.

Is there a price variation clause applicable to this contract?

No, this is a fixed-price contract. The quoted rates shall remain firm and inclusive of all costs, including taxes, for the entire duration of the project.

How are technical evaluation marks assigned to bidders?

Technical evaluation is based on a Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) or Least Cost Selection (LCS) method, where bidders must score a minimum threshold to qualify for financial opening.

Can an MSME claim exemption from the Performance Bank Guarantee?

No, while MSMEs are exempt from EMD under Rule 170, they are generally required to submit the Performance Bank Guarantee to ensure contract performance.