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The Post of Srf in Anrf Sponsored

Official gazetted recruitment notification for The Post of Srf in Anrf Sponsored administered by IIMCAL Authority (Madhya Pradesh).

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

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
The Post of Jrf Project Develo	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	20-07-2024
Result of the Written Seminar Test the Faculty R	1 Openings	₹28,700 - ₹91,300 (Level-4)	2023-06-26
Assistant Manager HR	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	20-07-2026
Guidelines to Fill Up the	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by IIMCAL

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Discontinuation of Practice of Publication of TENDER Advertisements in Ne	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Disposal of Bio Medical Waste of Bhel Ranipet Main Hospital Fmc and Perip Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Disposal of Surplus Obsolete and Unserviceable IT Electronic Product Furn Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Due Date of Bid Submission Is Extended Till 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 Srf in Anrf Sponsored?

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 IIMCAL Authority?

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

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e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow

Register the entity on the GeM portal or CPPP using a valid Class-III Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) to ensure secure authentication and compliance with IIMCAL procurement guidelines for ANRF projects.

Participate in the pre-bid clarification meeting to address technical queries regarding the SRF scope, ensuring all stakeholders align on project deliverables and contractual obligations before the final bid submission.

Submit the two-cover bid comprising the technical proposal, including credentials and research methodology, and the financial BoQ, ensuring all mandatory documents are uploaded to the portal before the deadline.

Await the technical evaluation committee report, followed by the opening of the commercial BoQ for technically qualified bidders to determine the L1 vendor based on the lowest evaluated price.

Receive the formal Letter of Award (LoA) from IIMCAL Authority, followed by the submission of the Performance Bank Guarantee and the signing of the formal contract agreement to initiate work.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in The Post of Srf in Anrf Sponsored 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 at least 30% of the estimated contract value during the last three consecutive financial years, supported by audited balance sheets and profit/loss statements.
Statutory Benchmark	Successful completion of at least one similar project or research support service contract of equivalent magnitude within the last five years, evidenced by satisfactory work completion certificates.
Statutory Benchmark	Possession of all valid statutory registrations including GSTIN, PAN, EPF, ESI, and relevant Labor Licenses, ensuring full compliance with Indian labor laws and taxation regulations.
Statutory Benchmark	Provision for MSME and Startup exemptions regarding EMD and prior experience criteria, strictly governed by Rule 170 of GFR 2017 and the Public Procurement Policy for MSEs Order 2012.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The contract valuation for the SRF position under ANRF sponsorship must align with prevailing DST/ANRF guidelines, ensuring budgetary compliance under GFR 2017. An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of 2% of the estimated value is mandatory to ensure bid seriousness, though MSMEs may seek exemption under Rule 170. A Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging from 3% to 5% of the contract value is required post-award to secure performance obligations. Tender fees are generally waived for GeM-based procurements to promote transparency. The contract must incorporate a Liquidated Damages (LD) clause, stipulating a deduction of 0.5% per week of delay, capped at 10% of the total contract value. This structure ensures financial accountability while protecting IIMCAL Authority against potential service delivery lapses, maintaining strict adherence to the General Financial Rules and the integrity of the public procurement process.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

The contract shall be governed by the General Conditions of Contract (GCC) of IIMCAL, incorporating an Integrity Pact to ensure transparency. Dispute resolution shall be conducted through the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with the venue fixed at Kolkata. Payments will be processed based on milestone billing linked to research deliverables and progress reports. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) or warranty period will apply to the service output, ensuring quality standards are maintained. All procurement activities must strictly adhere to the GFR 2017 provisions, ensuring that the selection process remains competitive, fair, and legally robust throughout the project lifecycle.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — The Post of Srf in Anrf Sponsored

Are Joint Ventures (JV) permitted to bid for this SRF project?

Generally, JVs are discouraged for individual research support roles unless explicitly stated in the tender document; individual entity capability is prioritized.

What is the prescribed format for the EMD Bank Guarantee?

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

What is the standard bid validity period for IIMCAL tenders?

The standard bid validity period is 90 to 120 days from the date of technical bid opening, subject to extension if requested by the procuring entity.

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

Fixed-price contracts are standard for SRF positions; Price Variation Clauses are typically not applicable unless the contract duration exceeds 18-24 months with specific index-linked adjustments.

How are technical evaluation marks calculated?

Technical evaluation is based on a weighted scoring system covering researcher expertise, past experience, and methodology, typically requiring a minimum threshold score to qualify for financial opening.

Is the tender fee refundable if the bid is rejected?

Tender document fees are non-refundable, regardless of the outcome of the technical or financial evaluation process.