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Ias Recruitment 2026 — Official Vacancy Notification

Official recruitment notice issued by Ias for the post of Administrative & Technical Staff Cadre. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.

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Recruiting Authority
Ias
Portal: ias.gov.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

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

Selection Methodology

1. Computer Based Written Test (CBT), 2. Skill Test / Interview (Where Applicable), 3. Document Verification & Medical Fitness Test.

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 M.Tech / M.E, B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), MBBS / Medical Degree. Candidates must ensure certificates and degrees are issued prior to the application cutoff.
The selection methodology involves: 1. Computer Based Written Test (CBT), 2. Skill Test / Interview (Where Applicable), 3. Document Verification & Medical Fitness Test.
Related Openings under Ias
Cadre DesignationVacanciesPay LevelDeadline
Junior Administrative Assistant / Executive 1 Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 2026-09-30
Career Insight 1 Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 2026-09-30
Career Insight 1 Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 2026-09-30

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

Attend the mandatory pre-bid clarification meeting to resolve technical ambiguities regarding the PDF recruitment scope, ensuring all queries are submitted within the stipulated timeline for official corrigendum issuance.

3

Submit the two-cover bid comprising the technical proposal, including credentials and compliance documents, and the financial BoQ, ensuring all digital signatures are applied to prevent technical disqualification during evaluation.

4

Participate in the commercial BoQ financial opening process where the system ranks bidders based on the lowest evaluated price, subject to the technical qualification results of the first cover.

5

Receive the formal Letter of Award (LoA) upon successful verification of credentials, followed by the execution of the formal contract agreement and submission of the required Performance Bank Guarantee.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in Ias PDF Document Notice 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 financial 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 successful execution of at least one similar project involving high-volume document processing or recruitment digitization services within the last five years.
Statutory Benchmark Mandatory submission of valid GSTIN, PAN, EPF registration, ESI registration, and a valid Labor License is required to ensure full statutory compliance with Indian labor and tax laws.
Statutory Benchmark MSMEs and Startups are eligible for relaxation in prior turnover and experience criteria under Rule 170 of GFR 2017 and the Public Procurement Policy, provided they submit valid Udyam registration certificates.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The contract valuation for the IAS PDF Document Recruitment project must be derived from a realistic market estimate, ensuring transparency under GFR 2017. An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of 2% of the estimated value is mandatory to ensure bidder seriousness, though MSMEs may be exempted per Rule 170. A Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging from 3% to 5% of the contract value is required post-award to secure performance obligations. Tender document fees are generally waived on GeM, but if applicable, they must be non-refundable. The Liquidated Damages (LD) clause is strictly capped at 0.5% per week of delay, with a maximum ceiling of 10% of the total contract value. These parameters ensure financial risk mitigation for the procuring entity while maintaining competitive fairness. All financial instruments must be verified against the issuing bank's SFMS platform to prevent fraudulent submissions during the evaluation process.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

The contract shall be governed by the General Financial Rules (GFR) 2017. Any disputes arising shall be settled through arbitration under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with the venue in the jurisdiction of the procuring entity. Payments will be released based on defined project milestones upon successful verification of deliverables. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) of twelve months is applicable to ensure service quality. Furthermore, for high-value contracts, an Integrity Pact must be signed between the procuring entity and the bidder to ensure transparency and prevent corrupt practices throughout the procurement lifecycle.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Ias PDF Document Notice Recruitment

Are Joint Ventures permitted to participate in this recruitment tender?

Joint Ventures are generally discouraged unless explicitly stated in the Bid Document; bidders are advised to check the specific NIT clauses regarding consortium participation.

What is the prescribed format for the EMD Bank Guarantee?

The EMD Bank Guarantee must be submitted in the standard format provided in the tender document, issued by a scheduled commercial bank, and verified via SFMS.

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?

This is a fixed-price contract; no price variation or escalation is permitted unless specifically included in the special conditions of the contract for long-term projects.

How are technical evaluation marks calculated?

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

Can an MSME claim exemption from EMD without a Udyam certificate?

No, an MSME must provide a valid Udyam Registration Certificate specifically mentioning the relevant service category to claim EMD exemption under GFR 2017.