Kerala • Iiitkottayam

Iiitkottayam Director Recruitment

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

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Key Recruitment Specifications

Total Vacancies
1 Posts
Pay Scale / Salary
Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)
Age Criteria
18 to 30 Years
Application Deadline
2026-09-30

Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation

URTotal
11
Crucial Recruitment Schedule
Application Deadline2026-09-30

Essential Educational Qualification

Ph.D / Doctorate, M.Tech / M.E, B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), MBBS / Medical Degree, Post Graduate (Master's Degree), Graduate (Bachelor's Degree), Diploma / Technical Certificate. 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 2026-09-30. Candidates are advised to complete registration before the cutoff date to avoid portal traffic.
The remuneration is structured as Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13). Selected candidates are also eligible for Central/State Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and statutory pension contributions.
Applicants must possess Ph.D / Doctorate, M.Tech / M.E, B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), MBBS / Medical Degree, Post Graduate (Master's Degree), Graduate (Bachelor's Degree), Diploma / Technical Certificate. 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 Iiitkottayam
Cadre DesignationVacanciesPay LevelDeadline
Director 1 Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 2026-09-30

e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow

1

The bidder must complete digital signature certificate registration on the CPPP or GeM portal, ensuring all organizational profiles are verified and mapped to the IIIT Kottayam procurement entity account.

2

A mandatory pre-bid clarification meeting will be conducted to address technical queries, scope ambiguities, and eligibility concerns, with all responses published as official corrigenda on the procurement portal.

3

Bidders must submit a two-cover system comprising a technical bid with credentials and a separate financial bid, ensuring no price information is disclosed within the technical documentation package.

4

Upon successful technical evaluation, the commercial BoQ of qualified bidders will be opened online, and the lowest responsive bidder (L1) will be identified for final price negotiations if necessary.

5

The successful bidder will receive a formal Letter of Award (LoA) from IIIT Kottayam, contingent upon the submission of the required Performance Bank Guarantee within the stipulated timeframe.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in Iiitkottayam 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 The bidder must provide proof of executing at least three similar executive search or recruitment projects for premier academic or government institutions within the last five years.
Statutory Benchmark The bidder must possess valid statutory registrations including GSTIN, PAN, EPF, ESI, and a valid Labor License, ensuring full compliance with prevailing Indian labor and tax regulations.
Statutory Benchmark MSMEs and Startups recognized by DPIIT are eligible for relaxation in prior experience and turnover criteria as per Rule 170 of GFR 2017 and the Public Procurement Policy.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The procurement for the IIIT Kottayam Director recruitment services requires a robust financial framework aligned with GFR 2017. Given the high-stakes nature of executive search, the contract valuation must account for professional consultancy fees and administrative overheads. An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of 2% of the estimated value is mandatory to ensure bidder seriousness, though MSMEs may seek exemption under Rule 170. A Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) of 3-5% of the contract value is essential to safeguard institutional interests throughout the engagement. The tender document fee, if applicable, remains non-refundable to cover administrative processing costs. Furthermore, the inclusion of a Liquidated Damages (LD) clause, set at 0.5% per week of delay up to a maximum of 10% of the contract value, serves as a critical deterrent against timeline slippages, ensuring the recruitment process adheres strictly to the defined institutional schedule.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

The contract shall be governed by the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with disputes settled through sole arbitration in Kottayam. Payments will be released based on defined milestones, such as the submission of the shortlist and final candidate selection. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) of six months applies to the quality of the recruitment process. Furthermore, an Integrity Pact is mandatory for high-value contracts to ensure transparency, ethical conduct, and the prevention of corrupt practices throughout the procurement lifecycle, binding both the institute and the selected service provider to strict anti-corruption standards.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Iiitkottayam Director Recruitment

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

Unless explicitly stated in the NIT, JVs are generally discouraged to ensure individual accountability, though sub-contracting specific non-core tasks may be permitted with prior written approval.

What is the prescribed 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, and remain valid for 45 days beyond the final bid validity.

What is the standard bid validity period for this recruitment tender?

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

Does the contract include a Price Variation Clause (PVC)?

No, this is a fixed-price contract. Bidders are expected to account for all potential cost escalations, including taxes and statutory levies, within their quoted financial bid.

How are technical evaluation marks calculated for this recruitment service?

Technical evaluation follows a Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) or Least Cost Selection (LCS) method, where bidders must score a minimum threshold of 70% to qualify for financial opening.

Can an MSME claim exemption from the Performance Bank Guarantee?

While MSMEs may be exempt from EMD, they are generally required to submit the Performance Bank Guarantee to ensure the fulfillment of contractual obligations as per GFR 2017.