Punjab • Gurdaspur

Gurdaspur Director Recruitment

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

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Key Recruitment Specifications

Total Vacancies
1 Posts
Pay Scale / Salary
Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)
Age Criteria
18 to 30 Years
Application Deadline
2026-09-30

Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation

URTotal
11
Crucial Recruitment Schedule
Online Registration Starts2019-07-15
Application Deadline2026-09-30

Essential Educational Qualification

B.Tech / B.E (Engineering). Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.

Selection Methodology

Personal Interview.

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. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13). Selected candidates are also eligible for Central/State Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and statutory pension contributions.
Applicants must possess B.Tech / B.E (Engineering). Candidates must ensure certificates and degrees are issued prior to the application cutoff.
The selection methodology involves: Personal Interview.
Related Openings under Gurdaspur
Cadre DesignationVacanciesPay LevelDeadline
Director 1 Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 2020-02-02
Director 1 Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 2026-05-05
Director 1 Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 2024-07-17
Director 1 Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 2020-02-02
Active Procurement Tenders by Gurdaspur
Procurement ScopeEst. ValueEMD AmountClosing Date
Tender Notice - Gurdaspur (Archived Tender / Refer Tender Notic 2% Statutory EMD Refer RFP Sched
Tender Notice - Gurdaspur (Tender: General Go Refer Tender Notic 2% Statutory EMD Refer RFP Sched
Tender Notice - Gurdaspur (Tender: General Go Refer Tender Notic 2% Statutory EMD Refer RFP Sched

e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow

1

Register the procuring entity and bidders on the GeM portal using valid DSC tokens, ensuring all organizational profiles are updated to reflect current Gurdaspur administrative requirements and compliance standards.

2

Conduct a mandatory pre-bid clarification meeting to address technical queries, scope ambiguities, and eligibility concerns, ensuring all prospective bidders receive uniform responses via published corrigenda on the procurement portal.

3

Submit the two-cover bid comprising a technical proposal detailing recruitment methodology and a separate financial BoQ, ensuring all documents are digitally signed and uploaded before the specified deadline.

4

Perform technical evaluation followed by the opening of financial BoQs for technically qualified bidders, ensuring transparency in the ranking process based on the lowest evaluated responsive bid criteria.

5

Issue the formal Letter of Award (LoA) to the successful bidder upon successful verification of performance security and signing of the contract agreement, initiating the recruitment service timeline.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

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

Evaluation BenchmarkMandated Technical & Financial Covenant
Statutory Benchmark Average Annual Turnover of at least 30% of the estimated contract value during the last three financial years, supported by audited balance sheets and profit and loss statements.
Statutory Benchmark Successful execution of at least one similar executive recruitment project for a government or public sector entity within the last five years, evidenced by completion certificates.
Statutory Benchmark Mandatory possession of valid GSTIN, PAN, EPF, ESI registration, and a valid Labor License under the Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970.
Statutory Benchmark Exemption from EMD and prior turnover requirements for registered MSMEs and Startups as per Rule 170 of GFR 2017 and the Public Procurement Policy for Micro and Small Enterprises.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The procurement for Gurdaspur Director Recruitment requires a robust financial framework aligned with GFR 2017. The contract valuation must be determined based on market benchmarks for executive search services. An EMD of 2% of the estimated value is mandatory to ensure bidder seriousness, though MSMEs may be exempted under Rule 170. A Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) of 3-5% of the contract value is required from the successful bidder to secure performance obligations. Tender document fees are generally waived on GeM, but if offline, they must be non-refundable. The Liquidated Damages (LD) clause is strictly set at 0.5% per week of delay, capped at 10% of the total contract value, ensuring accountability. All financial instruments must be verifiable via SFMS/SWIFT to prevent fraudulent submissions, ensuring the financial integrity of the recruitment process for the Gurdaspur entity.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

The contract shall be governed by the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with disputes settled in Gurdaspur jurisdiction. Payments are structured against defined milestones, such as candidate shortlisting and final onboarding. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) of six months applies to the recruitment quality. An Integrity Pact is mandatory for high-value contracts to ensure transparency and prevent corrupt practices. All services must strictly adhere to the General Financial Rules (GFR) 2017. The contractor must maintain absolute confidentiality regarding candidate data, complying with relevant data protection standards throughout the engagement period to ensure professional and ethical recruitment outcomes.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Gurdaspur Director Recruitment

Are Joint Ventures permitted to participate in this recruitment tender?

Joint Ventures are generally discouraged for service-based recruitment contracts unless explicitly stated in the bid document to ensure individual accountability.

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 provided in the tender document, valid for 45 days beyond the bid validity.

What is the standard bid validity period for this procurement?

The bid validity period is typically 90 to 120 days from the date of technical bid opening, as per standard GFR guidelines.

Is there a price variation clause applicable to this contract?

No, this is a fixed-price contract; price variation clauses are generally not applicable to professional recruitment service contracts.

How are technical evaluation marks calculated?

Technical evaluation is based on a pass-fail criteria against the defined eligibility standards, rather than a weighted scoring system.

Can an MSME claim exemption from the Performance Bank Guarantee?

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