Recruitment Testing Services for Higher Education Department Muzaffarabad

The Higher Education Department GoAJ&K is procuring recruitment testing services in Muzaffarabad for regular posts ranging from BPS-7 to BPS-15. This procurement invites well reputed and registered testing service firms recognized in Pakistan and AJ&K to conduct recruitment tests. The scope includes publication of advertisements, receipt and processing of applications, shortlisting candidates, secure printing of question papers, conducting examinations, assessment, and preparation of results. The selected firm must also maintain a complete database of applicants and preserve examination records for at least three years for audit purposes. The contract will be governed by an Open Framework Agreement with the department. Eligible firms must have a minimum of five years relevant experience conducting recruitment tests for government or semi-government organizations. Documentary evidence is required. Firms must not be blacklisted by any government entity and must submit an affidavit on stamp paper confirming this. Valid NTN, tax registrations, and listing on the Active Taxpayers List of FBR/AJ&K CBR are mandatory. The quoted fee must be inclusive of all applicable taxes in AJ&K and remain valid for the contract period. Bidding documents can be obtained from the Secretary Higher Education Department office in Muzaffarabad until May 21, 2026, 04:00 PM upon submission of a written request and a non-refundable fee of PKR 5,000. Earnest money of PKR 200,000 must be submitted with the technical bid. Bids must be submitted in a single sealed envelope containing separate technical and financial proposals by May 22, 2026, 11:30 AM. Technical proposals will be opened the same day at 12:00 PM in the presence of bidders or their authorized representatives. A practical tip for bidders is to ensure the authorization letter for representatives attending the bid opening is valid and properly stamped to avoid disqualification. Timely submission and strict adherence to the bid security requirements are crucial for successful participation in this tender.