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The Post of Junior Research Fellow

Official gazetted recruitment notification for The Post of Junior Research Fellow administered by IIITDWD Authority (Maharashtra).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: IIITDWD Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 20-03-2026 Posting Jurisdiction: Maharashtra

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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	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (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

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Postponment of Walk in Interview Jrf Position U	1 Openings	₹7,762 - ₹22,291 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Applications Are Invited Summer Internship Posi	2 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-02-27
Internship Under Serb Dst Project	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	20-05-2025
Project Staff Ee Ece Cse B Tech	2 Openings	Rs. 44,900 - 47,600 (Level-7)	2026-09-30

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Date Extended Pre Qualification for Selection of Civil Construction Agen Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Date Extended TENDER for Supply and Installation of Web Based Software S	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Dec 22 2015 Dept of Zoology TENDER for Microplate Elisa	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Dec 22 2016 Dept of Chinese Language and Culture 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 The Post of Junior Research Fellow?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (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 20-03-2026. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from IIITDWD Authority?

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

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e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow

The bidder must ensure valid registration on the GeM portal or CPPP with a Class III Digital Signature Certificate to participate in the IIITDWD tender process for research services.

Interested parties must attend the pre-bid clarification meeting, either physically or virtually, to resolve technical queries regarding the research scope and eligibility criteria before the final bid submission deadline.

Bidders are required to submit a two-cover bid system, comprising a technical proposal detailing research expertise and a separate financial BoQ, ensuring no price details are disclosed in technical documents.

The Procuring Entity will conduct a technical evaluation followed by the opening of the commercial BoQ for technically qualified bidders to determine the lowest responsive bidder as per GFR.

Upon successful financial evaluation, IIITDWD will issue a formal Letter of Award (LoA) to the successful bidder, initiating the contract signing process and subsequent commencement of the research fellowship.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in The Post of Junior Research Fellow 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 over the preceding three financial years, supported by audited balance sheets.
Statutory Benchmark	The bidder must provide proof of executing at least one similar research-oriented project or academic consultancy work order for a Central/State Government institution or recognized university.
Statutory Benchmark	Mandatory submission of valid GSTIN, PAN, EPF, and ESI registrations is required, along with a valid Labor License if applicable, to ensure full statutory compliance under Indian labor laws.
Statutory Benchmark	In accordance with Rule 170 of GFR 2017 and the Public Procurement Policy, MSMEs and DPIIT-recognized startups are exempted from EMD requirements upon submission of valid Udyam or Startup certificates.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The procurement for a Junior Research Fellow at IIITDWD is primarily a service-based contract. Given the nature of academic research, the valuation is determined by the fellowship stipend and contingency grants as per DST/MoE norms. While GFR 2017 mandates EMD at 2% of the estimated value, research fellowships often qualify for exemptions under Rule 170 for MSMEs or startups. The Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) is typically set at 3-5% of the total contract value to ensure service continuity. A non-refundable tender fee is generally waived for GeM-based procurements to encourage competitive participation. Liquidated Damages (LD) are strictly enforced at 0.5% per week of delay, capped at 10% of the contract value, to ensure timely project deliverables. Financial evaluation follows the L1 criteria, ensuring that the selection process remains transparent, cost-effective, and compliant with the public procurement financial guidelines stipulated by the Government of India.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

The contract is governed by the General Financial Rules (GFR) 2017. Disputes arising shall be resolved through the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with the venue at Dharwad. Payments are structured on milestone-based deliverables verified by the Principal Investigator. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) is applicable to the quality of research output. For high-value contracts, an Integrity Pact is mandatory to ensure transparency and prevent corrupt practices. All deliverables must adhere to the intellectual property guidelines of IIITDWD, and the contractor must maintain strict confidentiality regarding research data throughout the tenure of the fellowship.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — The Post of Junior Research Fellow

Are Joint Ventures (JV) eligible to bid for this research fellowship?

Generally, research fellowships are individual-centric or firm-specific; JVs are typically not permitted unless explicitly stated in the tender document for specialized consultancy.

What is the required format for the EMD Bank Guarantee?

The EMD Bank Guarantee must be issued by a scheduled commercial bank in India, strictly following the format provided in the tender document, valid for 45 days beyond bid validity.

What is the standard bid validity period for this procurement?

The standard bid validity period is 90 to 120 days from the date of technical bid opening, as per standard GFR procurement practices.

Is there a Price Variation Clause (PVC) applicable?

No, research fellowship contracts are typically fixed-price contracts; Price Variation Clauses are generally not applicable unless the contract duration exceeds 18 months.

How are technical evaluation marks calculated?

Technical evaluation is based on a weighted scoring system considering academic qualifications, research experience, publications, and the quality of the proposed research methodology.

Can an MSME claim exemption from the Performance Bank Guarantee?

While MSMEs are exempted from EMD, they are generally required to submit the Performance Bank Guarantee unless specific provisions for relaxation are mentioned in the tender.