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Cusb Project Assistant For Anrf-Sponsored Project Applying For- N Recruitment

Official recruitment notice issued by Cusb for the post of Project Assistant For Anrf-Sponsored Project Applying For- N. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.

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Central University of South Bihar (CUSB)
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Recruiting Authority
Portal: cusb.ac.in

Key Recruitment Specifications

Total Vacancies
1 Posts
Pay Scale / Salary
Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)
Age Criteria
18 to 30 Years
Application Deadline
2026-09-30

Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation

URTotal
11
Crucial Recruitment Schedule
Application Deadline2026-09-30

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 2026-09-30. Candidates are advised to complete registration before the cutoff date to avoid portal traffic.
The remuneration is structured as Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4). 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).
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e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow

1

Register the entity on the GeM portal or CPPP using a valid Class-III Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) to obtain necessary authentication tokens for secure bid submission and document uploading.

2

Participate in the pre-bid clarification meeting to seek technical or commercial deviations, ensuring all queries are submitted within the stipulated timeline to receive official addendums from CUSB authorities.

3

Submit the two-cover bid system comprising the Technical Cover (credentials, experience, and compliance documents) and the Financial Cover (BoQ) strictly before the portal-defined deadline to avoid automatic system rejection.

4

Await the technical evaluation report where the committee assesses eligibility; upon qualification, the commercial BoQ is opened to identify the L1 bidder based on the lowest evaluated price.

5

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

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in Cusb Project Assistant For Anrf-Sponsored Project Applying For- N 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 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 one similar project or recruitment service for a Central University or Government Research Institution within the last five years.
Statutory Benchmark Mandatory submission of valid GSTIN, PAN, EPF, and ESI registrations, alongside a valid Labor License under the Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970, is required for compliance.
Statutory Benchmark MSMEs and Startups are eligible for relaxation in prior experience and turnover criteria under Rule 170 of GFR 2017, provided they submit valid Udyam or DPIIT recognition certificates.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The contract valuation for the CUSB Project Assistant recruitment must be derived from the sanctioned ANRF project budget, ensuring alignment with GFR 2017 cost-reasonableness standards. An EMD of 2% of the estimated value is mandatory to ensure bid seriousness, though MSMEs registered with Udyam are exempt under Rule 170. A Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) of 3-5% of the contract value is required from the successful bidder to safeguard against non-performance. Tender document fees are generally waived on GeM, but if offline, must be non-refundable. The Liquidated Damages (LD) clause is strictly capped at 0.5% of the contract value per week of delay, with a maximum ceiling of 10%. These parameters ensure financial discipline and protect the procuring entity against potential service delivery failures, maintaining the integrity of the ANRF-funded project lifecycle while adhering to standard public procurement financial protocols.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

The contract shall be governed by the General Financial Rules (GFR) 2017. Any disputes arising shall be resolved through the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with the venue fixed at the CUSB campus. Billing shall follow a milestone-based approach linked to successful recruitment phases. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) of six months applies to the recruitment process quality. For high-value contracts, an Integrity Pact must be signed by the bidder to ensure transparency and prevent corrupt practices, ensuring that all procurement activities remain compliant with CVC guidelines and the overarching ANRF project mandates.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Cusb Project Assistant For Anrf-Spo

Are Joint Ventures allowed to participate in this tender?

Joint Ventures are generally discouraged unless specifically mentioned in the NIT; individual firms must meet the technical and financial criteria independently.

What is the prescribed format for the EMD Bank Guarantee?

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

What is the standard bid validity period for this procurement?

The standard bid validity period is 90 to 120 days from the date of technical bid opening, during which the rates must remain firm.

Is there a price variation clause applicable to this contract?

No, this is a fixed-price contract; no price variation or escalation is permitted during the currency of the contract period.

How are technical evaluation marks calculated?

Technical evaluation is based on a pass/fail criteria against the pre-qualification standards; only technically qualified bidders proceed to the financial opening.

Can an MSME claim exemption from the Performance Bank Guarantee?

While MSMEs are exempt from EMD, they are generally required to submit the Performance Bank Guarantee as it acts as a security for contract performance.