All India / Central • Ies

Ies Director Recruitment

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

Indian Economic Service, Ministry of Finance Official Emblem
Recruiting Authority
Ies
Portal: ies.gov.in

Key Recruitment Specifications

Total Vacancies
1 Posts
Pay Scale / Salary
Level-1 (Rs. 18,000 - Rs. 56,900)
Age Criteria
18 to 35 Years
Application Deadline
2026-07-29

Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation

URTotal
11
Crucial Recruitment Schedule
Online Registration Starts2026-07-29
Application Deadline2026-07-29

Essential Educational Qualification

MBBS / Medical Degree. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.

Selection Methodology

1. Screening / Shortlisting of Applications, 2. Academic / Research Performance Evaluation, 3. Personal Interview & Document Verification.

Frequently Asked Questions

The last date for submitting online applications is 2026-07-29. Candidates are advised to complete registration before the cutoff date to avoid portal traffic.
The remuneration is structured as Level-1 (Rs. 18,000 - Rs. 56,900). 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: 1. Screening / Shortlisting of Applications, 2. Academic / Research Performance Evaluation, 3. Personal Interview & Document Verification.
Related Openings under Ies
Cadre DesignationVacanciesPay LevelDeadline
Vacancy Deputation 1 Level-1 (Rs. 18,000 2026-07-29
Ing/Transfer 1 Level-1 (Rs. 18,000 2026-07-29
Director 1 Level-1 (Rs. 18,000 2026-07-29
Ing/Transfer 1 Level-1 (Rs. 18,000 2026-07-29

e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow

1

Register the procuring entity on the GeM portal or CPPP using a valid Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) to initiate the tender creation and publish the Request for Proposal (RFP) document.

2

Conduct a mandatory pre-bid meeting to address technical queries from prospective recruitment agencies, ensuring transparency and clarifying the scope of work regarding the IES Director selection process.

3

Invite bidders to submit a two-cover system comprising a technical proposal detailing methodology and credentials, and a separate financial BoQ, ensuring no price disclosure in the technical cover.

4

Perform a rigorous technical evaluation of the submitted proposals, followed by the opening of financial BoQs only for those bidders who meet the minimum technical qualifying marks.

5

Issue the Letter of Award (LoA) to the L1 bidder after verifying the PBG submission and ensuring all statutory compliance documents are validated against the original records.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in Ies Director 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 Submission of at least two work orders for similar executive search or recruitment services for government or public sector organizations executed within the last five years.
Statutory Benchmark Mandatory possession of valid GSTIN, PAN, EPF registration, ESI registration, and a valid Labor License as per the Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970.
Statutory Benchmark Exemption from EMD and prior turnover criteria for MSMEs and Startups 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 IES Director recruitment requires a robust financial framework aligned with GFR 2017. The contract valuation must be determined based on the total cost of the search mandate, including professional fees and administrative overheads. An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of 2% of the estimated value is mandatory to ensure bidder sincerity, though MSMEs may be exempted per 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. Liquidated Damages (LD) are strictly capped at 0.5% per week of delay, with a maximum ceiling of 10% of the contract value. These parameters ensure financial accountability and mitigate risks associated with high-stakes executive search services for the IES entity.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

The contract shall be governed by the General Financial Rules (GFR) 2017. All disputes arising shall be settled through the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with the venue in the jurisdiction of the procuring entity. Payments will be released based on defined milestones, such as the submission of a shortlist and final candidate placement. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) or warranty period of six months applies to the recruitment quality. Furthermore, an Integrity Pact must be signed to ensure transparency and prevent corrupt practices throughout the procurement lifecycle, maintaining the highest standards of public accountability.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Ies Director Recruitment

Are Joint Ventures (JV) or Consortiums eligible to participate in this tender?

Unless explicitly stated in the RFP, JVs are generally discouraged for recruitment services to ensure direct accountability of the primary agency.

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 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 bid validity period is typically 90 to 180 days from the date of opening the technical bid, as specified in the tender document.

Is there a Price Variation Clause (PVC) applicable to this contract?

No, recruitment service contracts are generally fixed-price contracts; Price Variation Clauses are typically not applicable unless the contract duration exceeds 24 months.

What is the minimum technical score required to qualify for financial opening?

Bidders must secure a minimum of 70% marks in the technical evaluation based on the criteria defined in the RFP to be considered for financial bid opening.

Can an MSME claim exemption from the Performance Bank Guarantee?

No, while MSMEs are exempted from EMD under Rule 170, they are generally required to submit the Performance Bank Guarantee to ensure contract performance.