NTA sets ₹1 crore EMD for CBT exams with offline bid submission
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is inviting bids for the conduct of Computer-Based Test (CBT) examinations for various professional entrance and eligibility exams, specifically for candidate counts less than 1 lakh. The selected bidder will provide exam delivery services, including software, technical staff, center setup, and data for result processing.
The document states that bids are invited from 'eligible and qualified entities' and requires a demonstration/presentation by shortlisted bidders. Specific eligibility criteria such as minimum turnover, years of experience, or required certifications are listed in Section 5 ('Eligibility Criteria /Pre-requisites') and Annexures, but the specific thresholds and details are not provided in the truncated text. Bidders must submit an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of ₹1.0 Crore.
- EMD: ₹1.0 Crore (₹1,00,00,000)
- Tender Form Cost: Nil
- Bid Submission Mode: Offline at NTA office
- Contract Duration: Initially 1 Year (as per Corrigendum)
- Candidate Count Scope: Less than 1 lakh per exam
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Document details
| Official title | Tender Document for Conduct of CBT Mode Examination (For Candidate Count Less Than 1 Lac) |
| Source body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Reference number | NTA_CBT_1Lac/2025 |
| Status | closed (active) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Closing date | 2025-03-13 |
| Documents | 2 · changed 1× after publishing |
Observations & questions a citizen might ask
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- The department changed this document 1 time after first publishing it.
- What prompted each amendment, and was the closing date extended to give bidders time to respond?
- Do the eligibility and scope requirements match the stated purpose and estimated value?
- Were all amendments published on the portal before the deadline?