All India / Central • Ias

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, CA / ICWA / CS. 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 M.Tech / M.E, B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), MBBS / Medical Degree, CA / ICWA / CS. Candidates must ensure certificates and degrees are issued prior to the application cutoff.
The selection methodology involves: Physical Endurance Test (PET/PST).
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 procuring entity and vendors on the GeM portal or CPPP using valid Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) to ensure secure authentication and compliance with electronic procurement guidelines.

2

Conduct a pre-bid clarification meeting to address technical queries, scope ambiguities, and document formatting requirements, ensuring all prospective bidders receive uniform information through published corrigenda on the portal.

3

Submit the two-cover bid comprising a technical proposal detailing methodology, staffing, and compliance, followed by a separate financial BoQ, ensuring no price disclosure occurs within the technical cover.

4

Execute the commercial BoQ financial opening process for technically qualified bidders only, ensuring transparency and adherence to the L1 selection criteria as per the established financial evaluation matrix.

5

Issue the formal Letter of Award (LoA) to the successful bidder, followed by the signing of the formal contract agreement upon 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 percent of the estimated contract value during the last three consecutive financial years.
Statutory Benchmark The bidder must provide proof of successful execution of at least one similar recruitment or document processing project of comparable scale 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 under Indian labor laws.
Statutory Benchmark MSMEs and DPIIT-recognized startups are eligible for relaxation in prior experience and turnover criteria as per Rule 170 of GFR 2017 and the Public Procurement Policy.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The contract valuation for the recruitment document processing project must be derived from a realistic cost estimate based on market rates for digital document management and recruitment services. In accordance with GFR 2017, an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of 2 percent of the estimated value is mandatory to ensure bidder seriousness, though MSMEs may be exempted under Rule 170. A Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging from 3 to 5 percent of the contract value is required post-award to secure performance obligations. Tender document fees, if applicable, must be non-refundable and clearly specified. The Liquidated Damages (LD) clause is strictly capped at 0.5 percent per week of delay, with a maximum ceiling of 10 percent of the total contract value, ensuring the procuring entity is protected against service delivery lapses while maintaining fair contractual balance.

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 are structured against verified milestones linked to document processing deliverables. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) of twelve months applies to ensure data integrity and service quality. Furthermore, an Integrity Pact must be signed for high-value contracts to maintain transparency, prevent corruption, and ensure that both parties adhere to the highest ethical standards throughout the project lifecycle, as mandated by the Central Vigilance Commission guidelines.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Ias PDF Document Notice Recruitment

Are Joint Ventures permitted to participate in this recruitment tender?

Joint Ventures are generally discouraged unless specifically permitted in the tender document; bidders must check the specific eligibility clause 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 remain valid for 45 days beyond the bid validity period.

What is the standard bid validity period for this procurement?

The standard bid validity period is 120 days from the date of technical bid opening, during which the bidder cannot withdraw or modify their offer.

Does this contract include a Price Variation Clause (PVC)?

This contract is typically a fixed-price contract; however, if the duration exceeds 18 months, a standard PVC based on official indices may be considered.

How are technical evaluation marks calculated?

Technical evaluation is based on a Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) or Least Cost Selection (LCS) method, with specific weightage assigned to experience, methodology, and resource deployment.

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

No, an MSME must provide a valid Udyam Registration Certificate to claim exemption from EMD under the Public Procurement Policy for Micro and Small Enterprises.