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Gsv JUNIOR RESEARCH FELLOW Recruitment

Official recruitment notice issued by Gsv for the post of Junior Research Fellow. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.

Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya (Vadodara) Official Emblem
Recruiting Authority
Gsv
Portal: gsv.gov.in

Key Recruitment Specifications

Total Vacancies
1 Posts
Pay Scale / Salary
Rs. 31,000
Age Criteria
18 to 35 Years
Application Deadline
2023-03-16

Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation

URTotal
11
Crucial Recruitment Schedule
Application Deadline2023-03-16

Essential Educational Qualification

Ph.D / Doctorate, M.Tech / M.E, B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), MBBS / Medical Degree, 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) -> Personal Interview.

Frequently Asked Questions

The last date for submitting online applications is 2023-03-16. Candidates are advised to complete registration before the cutoff date to avoid portal traffic.
The remuneration is structured as Rs. 31,000. 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, M.Tech / M.E, B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), MBBS / Medical Degree, Post Graduate (Master's Degree), Graduate (Bachelor's Degree). Candidates must ensure certificates and degrees are issued prior to the application cutoff.
The selection methodology involves: Physical Endurance Test (PET/PST) -> Personal Interview.
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e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow

1

Register the entity on the GeM portal or CPPP using a valid Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) to obtain necessary procurement tokens for participating in the JRF recruitment tender process.

2

Conduct a pre-bid clarification meeting to address technical queries from prospective bidders, ensuring transparency and providing formal amendments or clarifications via corrigendum on the official procurement portal.

3

Submit the two-cover bid consisting of a technical proposal detailing recruitment methodology and a separate financial bid (BoQ) to ensure objective evaluation of credentials before price consideration.

4

Open the commercial BoQ for technically qualified bidders only, conducting a comparative statement analysis to identify the L1 bidder based on the lowest total cost of services.

5

Issue the formal Letter of Award (LoA) to the successful bidder, followed by the signing of the Service Level Agreement (SLA) to initiate the recruitment project execution.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in Gsv JUNIOR RESEARCH FELLOW 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 two similar recruitment or manpower outsourcing projects for government or autonomous research institutions within the last five years.
Statutory Benchmark Mandatory submission of valid GSTIN, PAN, EPF registration, ESI registration, and a valid Labor License under the Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970.
Statutory Benchmark MSMEs and Startups are eligible for relaxation in prior turnover and experience criteria as per Rule 170 of GFR 2017 and the Public Procurement Policy for MSEs Order 2012.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The procurement for Junior Research Fellow recruitment services requires a robust commercial framework aligned with GFR 2017. The contract valuation must be estimated based on the total fellowship stipend, contingency grants, and administrative overheads. An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of 2% of the estimated value is mandatory to ensure bidder seriousness, though MSMEs may seek exemptions under Rule 170. A Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging from 3% to 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. Liquidated Damages (LD) are strictly capped at 0.5% per week of delay, with a maximum ceiling of 10% of the contract value. This structure ensures financial discipline, protects the Procuring Entity against potential service lapses, and maintains accountability throughout the recruitment lifecycle.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

The contract shall be governed by the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with disputes settled through sole arbitration in the jurisdiction of the Procuring Entity. Payments will be released based on verified milestone billing linked to successful candidate onboarding. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) of six months applies to recruitment quality, ensuring the agency remains accountable for candidate dropouts. Furthermore, an Integrity Pact is mandatory for contracts exceeding the threshold defined by the Central Vigilance Commission to ensure transparency, prevent corruption, and maintain ethical standards throughout the procurement and service delivery lifecycle.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Gsv JUNIOR RESEARCH FELLOW Recruitm

Are Joint Ventures (JV) permitted to participate in this recruitment tender?

Unless explicitly stated in the tender document, JVs are generally discouraged for service-based recruitment contracts to ensure single-point accountability.

What is the acceptable 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 90 to 120 days from the date of technical bid opening, as per GFR 2017 guidelines.

Is there a price variation clause allowed for this contract?

Generally, recruitment contracts are fixed-price; however, statutory changes in minimum wages or government taxes may be considered for reimbursement upon submission of documentary evidence.

How are technical evaluation marks assigned to bidders?

Technical evaluation is based on a scoring matrix covering past experience, team expertise, recruitment methodology, and financial stability, typically requiring a minimum of 70% marks to qualify.

Can a bidder request an extension for the bid submission deadline?

Requests for extensions are considered only if submitted before the deadline and if the Procuring Entity deems it necessary to ensure wider competition via a formal corrigendum.