C-MET Recruitment 2026 – Walkin for 5 Project Associate, Project Assistant Posts
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Centre for Materials for Electronics Technology (C-MET) has released the C-MET Recruitment 2026 notification. Apply only through the official website (cmet.gov.in).
Last checked: 11 Nov 2026, 1:35 am
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Important details
| Name of post | C-MET Recruitment 2026 – Walkin for 5 Project Associate, Project Assistant Posts |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Centre for Materials for Electronics Technology (C-MET) |
| Advertisement no. | CMET/TH/ADM/007/2026 |
| Job location | All India |
| Pay / salary | Project Associate-I gets Rs. 30,000/- per month plus HRA. Project Assistant I gets Rs. 18,000/- (likely to be revised) per month plus HRA. |
| Posted on | 11 Nov 2026 |
| Last updated | 11 Nov 2026 |
Read from the official notice. Always confirm dates, fees and eligibility on the official website.
Age Limit
- For both posts the age limit is not exceeding General - 28 years, SC and ST - 33 years and OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) - 31 years, as on 31.10.2026. Candidates claiming age relaxation must produce valid documents as proof.
- Not exceeding General - 28 years, SC and ST - 33 years and OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) - 31 years, as on 31.10.2026.
About this notice
Centre for Materials for Electronics Technology (C-MET) has published the C-MET Recruitment 2026 recruitment notice.
Candidates need Project Associate-I: First Class/ 60% marks in Physics, Materials Science or Nanoscience, Project Assistant I: First Class/ 60% marks in Diploma (3 year) in Electrical OR Mechanical Engineering and Both posts are temporary and project based. The tenure of the Project Associate-I post is co-terminus with the project; the tenure of the Project Assistant I post is co-terminus with the technical service, as printed in the notice. Age: For both posts the age limit is not exceeding General - 28 years, SC and ST - 33 years and OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) - 31 years, as on 31.10.2026. Candidates claiming age relaxation must produce valid documents as proof; Not exceeding General - 28 years, SC and ST - 33 years and OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) - 31 years, as on 31.10.2026. Check the official notification for category-wise relaxation and the exact cut-off date.
Pay: Project Associate-I gets Rs. 30,000/- per month plus HRA. Project Assistant I gets Rs. 18,000/- (likely to be revised) per month plus HRA.
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Centre for Materials for Electronics Technology (C-MET) ने C-MET Recruitment 2026 अधिसूचना जारी की है। आवेदन केवल आधिकारिक वेबसाइट से करें।
Salary / Pay Scale
- Project Associate-I gets Rs. 30,000/- per month plus HRA. Project Assistant I gets Rs. 18,000/- (likely to be revised) per month plus HRA.
C-MET Recruitment 2026 Walk-in Interview Date, Time and Venue
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Centre for Materials for Electronics Technology (C-MET) |
| Notification No. | CMET/TH/ADM/007/2026 |
| Walk-in Date | 20 November 2026 (Project Associate-I); 23 November 2026 (Project Assistant I) |
| Reporting or Registration Time | Between 08.00 hrs and 10.30 hrs on the respective dates |
| Venue | C-MET, Thrissur |
| Posts | Project Associate-I; Project Assistant I |
| Vacancies | 5 (3 Project Associate-I, 2 Project Assistant I) |
| Pay | Project Associate-I: Rs. 30,000/- per month plus HRA; Project Assistant I: Rs. 18,000/- (likely to be revised) per month plus HRA |
| Who Can Attend | Candidates meeting the post's qualification and age limit; present vacancies are earmarked for the Un-Reserved Category |
- The official notification does not specify the application fee.
About C-MET
- C-MET is a Scientific Society under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India, with its office at Athani P.O., M.G. Kavu, Thrissur, Kerala, Pin – 680 581. It has invited talented persons with research aptitude for posts in its scientific project sponsored by MeitY, New Delhi, with Project Code No. TH/SP/087. The project runs for 30 months, up to 20.04.2029.
Posts and Eligibility
| Post | Vacancies | Qualification | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Associate-I | 3 (UR) | First Class/ 60% marks in Physics, Materials Science or Nanoscience | Rs. 30,000/- per month plus HRA |
| Project Assistant I | 2 (UR) | First Class/ 60% marks in Diploma (3 year) in Electrical OR Mechanical Engineering | Rs. 18,000/- (Likely to be revised) per month plus HRA. |
- Both posts are temporary and project based. The tenure of the Project Associate-I post is co-terminus with the project; the tenure of the Project Assistant I post is co-terminus with the technical service, as printed in the notice.
Reservation Note
- The present vacancies are earmarked for the Un-Reserved Category. SC/ST and OBC (NCL) candidates claiming age relaxation may also apply for consideration for future vacancies against the reserved categories in the project.
- The notice does not name any other eligibility condition such as experience. Candidates should check the official notification for the full details of each post.
C-MET Recruitment 2026 Job Description – Project Associate-I
- Preparation of various thin films by RF/DC sputtering techniques for surface plasmon resonance applications.
- Evaluation of electrical and optical properties.
- Characterisation of the films for biosensor applications.
- Design and fabrication of surface plasmon based portable biosensor.
- Validation of the device developed in the laboratory and relevant environments.
Project Assistant I
- Laser assisted cutting of coated films with specific dimensions for device applications.
- Design and fabrication of experimental setup for validation studies.
- Design/fabrication of final sensor.
- Jigs/Fixtures designing for coating machines.
What to Bring
- Originals along with copies of documents in support of Qualification, Age, Experience etc.
- A passport size photograph.
- Valid documents as proof, for candidates claiming age relaxation.
- A non-creamy layer certificate issued for "Central Govt. Employment Purpose", for OBC (NCL) candidates claiming age relaxation.
What Happens on the Day
- Registration is between 08.00 hrs and 10.30 hrs at C-MET, Thrissur on the date for the post: 20 November 2026 for Project Associate-I and 23 November 2026 for Project Assistant I.
- If more candidates turn up, a written test in the relevant subject will be conducted for initial screening. Only candidates screened in by a committee will be considered for interview, subject to verification of original documents.
Important Instructions
- All posts are purely temporary, and appointments will be co-terminus with the duration of the sponsored project.
- Appointment does not confer any right to claim regular appointment.
- Appointment is subject to verification of original documents.
- At the time of joining, the selected candidate must produce a medical certificate of fitness in the prescribed form from a Government Doctor not below the rank of Civil Surgeon, and character certificates from two Gazetted Officers working in Central/State Government.
- The selected candidate must report for duty as mentioned in the offer (normally within 10 days from the date of offer); no extension will be given.
- The selected candidate must work till completion of the project; resigning during the project period shall not normally be entertained.
- The Rs. 18,000/- pay for Project Assistant I is "likely to be revised".
How to Apply Online
- Open the official notice using the link in Important Links and read it fully.
- Check eligibility: qualification, age limit (and relaxation), and the last date.
- Register on the official website of Centre for Materials for Electronics Technology (C-MET) and fill the form carefully.
- Upload your photo and signature in the size asked (our Image Resizer can reduce them to the right KB).
- Pay the fee if one applies, submit, and keep a printout of the final form.
How to prepare
- The written exam for government job exams usually covers General Awareness, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English or Hindi and a section on the post's own subject.
Full guide: How to prepare for Government job exams · Previous year papers
Important Links
| C-MET Official Notification PDF | Download cmet.gov.in |
|---|---|
| C-MET Official Website | Click Here cmet.gov.in |
| Link | Details |
| C-MET Official Notification PDF | Notification No. CMET/TH/ADM/007/2026 |
| C-MET Official Website | Official website |
Frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for C-MET Recruitment 2026?
For both posts the age limit is not exceeding General - 28 years, SC and ST - 33 years and OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) - 31 years, as on 31.10.2026. Candidates claiming age relaxation must produce valid documents as proof; Not exceeding General - 28 years, SC and ST - 33 years and OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) - 31 years, as on 31.10.2026.
What qualification is needed for C-MET Recruitment 2026?
Project Associate-I: First Class/ 60% marks in Physics, Materials Science or Nanoscience | Project Assistant I: First Class/ 60% marks in Diploma (3 year) in Electrical OR Mechanical Engineering | Both posts are temporary and project based. The tenure of the Project Associate-I post is co-terminus with the project; the tenure of the Project Assistant I post is co-terminus with the technical servic…
What is the official website for C-MET Recruitment 2026?
The official website is https://cmet.gov.in/.
Where do I apply for C-MET Recruitment 2026?
Apply only on the official website (cmet.gov.in). Govt Recruitment is a private information site and never takes applications or fees.