Iiitd Research Associate Recruitment
Official recruitment notice issued by Iiitd for the post of Research Associate. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), MBBS / Medical Degree, Graduate (Bachelor's Degree). Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
Physical Endurance Test (PET/PST).
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government Post / | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| S At Assistant Professor | 1 | Rs. 011-26907 | 2026-08-11 |
| Doc Fellow Positions | 1 | Rs. 011-26907 | 2026-07-31 |
| Director | 1 | Rs. 011-26907 | 2026-02-16 |
| Procurement Scope | Est. Value | EMD Amount | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tender Notice - Iiitd (Tender: General Govern | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow
Register the entity on the GeM portal using a valid DSC and organization credentials to obtain the necessary procurement token for initiating the IIITD Research Associate recruitment tender process.
Conduct a mandatory pre-bid clarification meeting to address vendor queries regarding scope, evaluation criteria, and technical specifications, ensuring transparency and alignment with the Institute's specific research recruitment requirements.
Submit the two-cover bid comprising the technical proposal, detailing recruitment methodology and expert panel credentials, alongside the commercial BoQ, ensuring all documents are digitally signed and uploaded before the deadline.
Perform the commercial BoQ financial opening for technically qualified bidders, where the lowest responsive bidder (L1) is identified based on the total service cost, adhering strictly to GFR 2017 guidelines.
Issue the formal Letter of Award (LoA) to the successful bidder, stipulating the commencement date, service level agreements, and the requirement for submission of the Performance Bank Guarantee within fifteen days.
Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards
Bidders participating in Iiitd Research Associate Recruitment 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% 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 executing at least two similar research recruitment or academic staffing projects for government institutions or premier technical universities within the last five years. |
| Statutory Benchmark | Mandatory submission of valid GSTIN, PAN, EPF registration, ESI registration, and a valid Labor License under the Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970, is required for compliance. |
| Statutory Benchmark | MSMEs and Startups are eligible for relaxation in prior turnover and experience criteria under Rule 170 of GFR 2017, provided they submit valid Udyam or DPIIT registration certificates. |
Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees
The procurement for IIITD Research Associate recruitment services requires a robust financial framework aligned with GFR 2017. Given the specialized nature of human resource acquisition, the contract valuation must be estimated based on the total cost to company (CTC) plus administrative overheads. An EMD of 2% of the estimated value is mandatory to ensure bid earnestness, though MSMEs may be exempted under Rule 170. A Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) of 3-5% of the contract value is essential to mitigate performance risk, valid until 60 days post-contract completion. Tender document fees are generally waived on GeM, promoting competitive participation. The Liquidated Damages (LD) clause, capped at 0.5% per week of delay up to a maximum of 10% of the total contract value, serves as a critical deterrent against service delivery slippage. These parameters ensure financial accountability and protect the Institute's interests throughout the engagement lifecycle.
General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance
The contract shall be governed by the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with disputes settled in Delhi courts. Billing follows a milestone-based approach linked to the successful onboarding of research associates. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) of six months applies to recruitment quality, ensuring replacement of candidates if they exit prematurely. An Integrity Pact is mandatory for high-value contracts to ensure transparency. All payments are subject to statutory deductions, and the contractor must maintain strict confidentiality regarding IIITD research data, adhering to the General Financial Rules and the Institute's internal procurement manual throughout the tenure.
Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Iiitd Research Associate Recruitmen
Joint Ventures are generally discouraged for service-based recruitment contracts unless specifically permitted in the tender document to ensure individual accountability.
The EMD Bank Guarantee must be issued by a scheduled commercial bank in the format prescribed in the tender document, valid for at least 45 days beyond the bid validity.
The standard bid validity period is 90 days from the date of technical bid opening, extendable upon mutual consent if the evaluation process is delayed.
No, the contract is based on a fixed-price model for the duration of the agreement to ensure budgetary certainty for the Institute.
Technical evaluation is based on a weighted scoring system covering firm experience, recruitment methodology, and the quality of the proposed expert panel, requiring a minimum qualifying score.
Yes, for contracts exceeding the threshold defined by CVC guidelines, an Integrity Pact must be signed by both the procuring entity and the bidder.