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Jrf Recruitment in a Anrf Funded Randd Project Titled

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Jrf Recruitment in a Anrf Funded Randd Project Titled administered by IIFT Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: IIFT Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: ₹, (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	₹, (Level-4)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

Related Active Openings under IIFT

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
List of Selected Candidate the Post of Junior Rese	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2020-01-06
The Jrf Position in the Serb Project	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
The Post of Jrf in Serb Project 2023 I	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-05-31
The Post of Project Personnel Under	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2024-07-12

Active Procurement Tenders by IIFT

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Cotton Waste Etc TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Cover 1 Eligibility Bid Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Cover 2 Technical Bid Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Date of Submission of Quotation Extended for Medical Insurance Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Jrf Recruitment in a Anrf Funded Randd Project Titled?

The sanctioned remuneration is ₹, (Level-4) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2026-09-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from IIFT Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain iift.ac.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow

Procuring entity initiates the tender on the GeM portal or CPPP, requiring bidders to possess valid Digital Signature Certificates and organizational registration tokens to ensure secure and authenticated document submission.

A pre-bid clarification meeting is conducted to address technical queries, scope ambiguities, and eligibility criteria, ensuring all prospective bidders have a uniform understanding of the JRF recruitment requirements.

Bidders submit a two-cover system comprising a technical bid with credentials and a separate financial BoQ, ensuring that technical evaluation precedes the opening of commercial proposals as per GFR.

The technical evaluation committee reviews submissions against predefined criteria; qualified bidders proceed to the financial opening stage where the lowest responsive bidder is identified through the GeM/CPPP automated system.

Upon successful financial evaluation and approval by the competent authority, a formal Letter of Award is issued to the L1 bidder, initiating the contract execution and service delivery phase.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in Jrf Recruitment in a Anrf Funded Randd Project Titled must satisfy the multi-tiered technical, financial, and statutory qualifying covenants detailed below:

Evaluation Benchmark	Mandated Technical & Financial Covenant
Statutory Benchmark	The bidder must demonstrate an average annual turnover of at least 30 percent of the estimated contract value over the last three financial years, supported by audited balance sheets.
Statutory Benchmark	Bidders must provide proof of successful execution of at least one similar recruitment or HR consultancy project for a government research institution or university 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	In accordance with Rule 170 of GFR 2017 and the Public Procurement Policy for MSEs, registered MSMEs and startups are exempted from EMD submission upon providing valid Udyam/DPIIT registration certificates.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The procurement for JRF recruitment under an ANRF-funded R&D project at IIFT requires strict adherence to GFR 2017 financial norms. Given the specialized nature of research personnel, the contract valuation must be estimated based on DST/ANRF fellowship scales. 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 essential to secure the performance of the service provider. Tender document fees are generally waived on GeM/CPPP to encourage participation. The inclusion of a Liquidated Damages (LD) clause, capped at 0.5% per week of delay up to a maximum of 10% of the contract value, is critical to mitigate risks associated with recruitment timelines. Financial bids must be evaluated against the total cost of ownership, ensuring compliance with budgetary ceilings mandated by the funding agency.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

The contract shall be governed by the General Financial Rules 2017. Any disputes arising shall be settled through arbitration under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with the venue in New Delhi. Billing will be linked to specific milestones, such as candidate shortlisting and final joining. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) of six months applies to the quality of recruitment services provided. Furthermore, an Integrity Pact may be mandated for high-value contracts to ensure transparency and prevent corrupt practices, requiring both the IIFT authority and the service provider to adhere to strict ethical conduct throughout the project lifecycle.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Jrf Recruitment in a Anrf Funded Ra

Are Joint Ventures permitted to bid for this recruitment project?

Joint Ventures are generally not permitted unless explicitly stated in the tender document, as the project requires specialized individual expertise and institutional 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 tender?

The standard bid validity period is 90 to 120 days from the date of technical bid opening, during which the bidder cannot withdraw or alter the offer.

Does the contract include a price variation clause?

No, the contract is based on a fixed-price model for the duration of the recruitment services, and no price variation is permitted unless mandated by statutory wage revisions.

How are technical evaluation marks assigned?

Technical evaluation is based on a scoring matrix covering past experience, team qualifications, and recruitment methodology, with a minimum qualifying threshold usually set at 70 percent.

Is the recruitment process subject to audit by the funding agency?

Yes, as an ANRF-funded project, all recruitment records and financial transactions are subject to audit by the funding agency and the Comptroller and Auditor General of India.