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The Post of Junior Research Fellow

Official gazetted recruitment notification for The Post of Junior Research Fellow administered by IIITKOTA Authority (Uttar Pradesh).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: IIITKOTA Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: Uttar Pradesh

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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

Related Active Openings under IIITKOTA

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
The Internship Position on Nitdg	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Shortlisted Candidates the Interview of One Jr	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Internship Position Under Serb P	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	20-09-2024
Selection of a Project Scholar	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-06-10

Active Procurement Tenders by IIITKOTA

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Dec 14 2019 Pousmela 2019 NIT for Vehicle Parking Service Memo Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Dec 15 2019 Pous Mela 2019 NIT for Food Memo Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Dec 15 2020 TENDER for Cafeteria at Central Library Vide Memo	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Djb Booking Community Hall Park Quarters Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-08-12

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 2026-09-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from IIITKOTA Authority?

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

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e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow

Registration on the GeM portal using a valid Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) to obtain a unique seller ID, ensuring compliance with the IIIT Kota procurement portal requirements.

Participation in the pre-bid clarification meeting to address technical queries regarding research scope, deliverables, and eligibility criteria, with minutes published as an addendum on the GeM portal.

Submission of the two-cover bid system comprising the technical proposal, including academic credentials and research experience, and the financial BoQ, ensuring all documents are digitally signed.

Opening of the financial BoQ for technically qualified bidders, where the L1 bidder is determined based on the total evaluated cost of the research fellowship engagement.

Issuance of the Letter of Award (LoA) to the successful candidate, followed by the signing of the formal contract agreement and submission of the required Performance Bank Guarantee.

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	Average annual turnover of the bidding entity must be at least 30 percent of the estimated contract value during the last three consecutive financial years.
Statutory Benchmark	Submission of at least two similar work orders or project completion certificates demonstrating successful execution of research-oriented services in academic or government institutions.
Statutory Benchmark	Mandatory possession of valid GSTIN, PAN, and proof of registration for EPF and ESI, alongside a valid Labor License as per the Contract Labour Act.
Statutory Benchmark	Provision for MSME and Startup exemption regarding EMD and prior experience/turnover criteria under Rule 170 of GFR 2017 and the Public Procurement Policy for MSEs.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The procurement of a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at IIIT Kota is governed by GFR 2017 guidelines. Given the nature of academic research services, contract valuation is derived from the approved fellowship stipend plus applicable HRA and contingency grants. As per Rule 170, EMD is typically exempted for MSMEs and startups, while others must provide 2% of the estimated annual value. A Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) of 3-5% is mandatory to ensure service continuity. Tender document fees are generally waived on GeM to promote transparency. The Liquidated Damages (LD) clause is strictly enforced at 0.5% per week of delay, capped at 10% of the contract value, to mitigate risks of research timeline slippage. Financial evaluation focuses on the total cost of ownership (TCO) over the project duration, ensuring compliance with budgetary ceilings and institutional financial regulations.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

The contract adheres to the General Conditions of Contract (GCC) of GFR 2017. Dispute resolution is mandated through the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with the Director of IIIT Kota serving as the sole arbitrator. Payments are processed on a milestone basis upon verification of research progress reports. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) is applicable to the quality of research documentation and deliverables. Furthermore, an Integrity Pact is enforced for high-value contracts to ensure transparency, anti-corruption compliance, and ethical conduct throughout the project lifecycle, protecting the institutional interests of IIIT Kota.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — The Post of Junior Research Fellow

Are Joint Ventures (JV) eligible to bid for the JRF position?

No, the JRF position is an individual research role; therefore, Joint Ventures or consortiums are not eligible to participate in this procurement.

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 valid for 45 days beyond the bid validity.

What is the standard bid validity period for this tender?

The bid validity period is 90 days from the date of technical bid opening, during which the bidder cannot withdraw or modify their offer.

Is there a price variation clause for the JRF stipend?

No, the stipend is fixed as per the funding agency guidelines; price variation clauses are not applicable to fixed-term research fellowship contracts.

How are technical evaluation marks calculated?

Technical evaluation is based on a pass-fail criteria against the defined eligibility standards, followed by a qualitative assessment of research publications and academic background.

Can an MSME claim exemption from the PBG requirement?

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