SCTIMST Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 – Walkin
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SCTIMST Project Associate I has released the SCTIMST Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 notification. Apply only through the official website (sctimst.ac.in).
Last checked: 09 Nov 2026, 1:31 pm
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Important details
| Name of post | SCTIMST Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 – Walkin |
|---|---|
| Organisation | SCTIMST Project Associate I |
| Job location | All India |
| Pay / salary | The pay is Rs.31,000/- per month plus 20% HRA for those with essential qualification (ii), the national-level test qualification. Others get Rs.25,000/- per month plus 20% HRA. |
| Posted on | 09 Nov 2026 |
| Last updated | 09 Nov 2026 |
Read from the official notice. Always confirm dates, fees and eligibility on the official website.
Age Limit
- The age limit is 35 years as on 01.11.2026. The notice prints no age relaxation.
- The age limit is 35 years as on 01.11.2026.
About this notice
SCTIMST Project Associate I has published the SCTIMST Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 recruitment notice.
Candidates need The notice invites applicants for one post of Project Associate I. The vacancy is existing and is for an ST candidate. In the absence of eligible ST candidates, UR will be considered, M.Sc Biotechnology or Biochemistry and Qualified in any of the National Eligibility Test like GATE or UGC-CSIR-NET, or selected under a National Level Exam conducted by agencies like DST, DBT, ICMR, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MHRD, IIT, IISc, IISER, SCTIMST, etc. or equivalent bodies. Age: The age limit is 35 years as on 01.11.2026. The notice prints no age relaxation; The age limit is 35 years as on 01.11.2026. Check the official notification for category-wise relaxation and the exact cut-off date.
Pay: The pay is Rs.31,000/- per month plus 20% HRA for those with essential qualification (ii), the national-level test qualification. Others get Rs.25,000/- per month plus 20% HRA.
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SCTIMST Project Associate I ने SCTIMST Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 अधिसूचना जारी की है। आवेदन केवल आधिकारिक वेबसाइट से करें।
Salary / Pay Scale
- The pay is Rs.31,000/- per month plus 20% HRA for those with essential qualification (ii), the national-level test qualification. Others get Rs.25,000/- per month plus 20% HRA.
SCTIMST Project Associate I Walk-in Interview Date, Time and Venue
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Walk-in Date | 19.11.2026 |
| Reporting or Registration Time | 09.30 AM (interview at 10.30 AM) |
| Venue | Biomedical Technology Wing, Satelmond Palace, Poojappura, Thiruvananthapuram-695 012 |
| Advertisement No. | P&A.II/52/PA.II/P.8279/BMT-SCTIMST/2026 (dated 09.11.2026) |
| Posts | Project Associate I |
| Vacancies | 1 (ST) |
| Pay | Rs.31,000/- + 20% HRA per month with essential qualification (ii); Rs.25,000/- + 20% HRA for others |
| Age Limit | 35 years as on 01.11.2026 |
| Who Can Attend | Candidates with M.Sc Biotechnology or Biochemistry who meet the qualification below; ST candidates, or UR if no eligible ST candidate is available |
- The official notification does not specify the application fee.
About the Institute
- Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Trivandrum is an Institution of National Importance under the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. The recruitment is issued by its Biomedical Technology Wing at Poojappura, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The post is for the DST-funded project "Investigation of aberrant phenotype and functions of rheumatoid arthritis polymorphic PAD4" (P.8279).
Posts and Eligibility
- The notice invites applicants for one post of Project Associate I. The vacancy is existing and is for an ST candidate. In the absence of eligible ST candidates, UR will be considered.
Qualification (Essential)
- M.Sc Biotechnology or Biochemistry.
- Qualified in any of the National Eligibility Test like GATE or UGC-CSIR-NET, or selected under a National Level Exam conducted by agencies like DST, DBT, ICMR, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MHRD, IIT, IISc, IISER, SCTIMST, etc. or equivalent bodies.
Experience (Desirable)
- Hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture, real-time PCR (qPCR), western blotting and other molecular biology techniques. Where experience is prescribed, it means experience gained after acquiring the prescribed essential qualification.
Pay and Terms
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Project Associate I (with essential qualification (ii) above) | Rs.31,000/- + 20% HRA per month |
| Project Associate I (others) | Rs.25,000/- + 20% HRA per month |
- The appointment is initially for a period up to 31.03.2027, likely to be extended up to 16.11.2030.
- Candidates should check the official notification for the full eligibility details of the post.
SCTIMST Project Associate I Job Description
- Assist in laboratory-based research activities, including mammalian cell culture, real-time PCR (qPCR), Western blotting and routine molecular biology techniques.
- Experimental execution, data collection and documentation.
- Maintenance of laboratory records.
- Support the research activities as assigned by the PI.
What to Bring
- Duly filled Recruitment Report Form.
- Bio-data.
- Original and self-attested copies of certificates to prove age, qualifications and experience.
- For ST candidates, a caste certificate in the prescribed format applicable for employment in Central Govt. Institutions, issued by a Revenue Officer not below the rank of a Tahsildar.
- For candidates already in service, a No Objection Certificate from the present employer, to be produced at the time of interview.
What Happens on the Day
- Selection is by walk-in interview. Depending on the number of candidates, a written test of a qualifying nature may be conducted for initial screening, and only qualified candidates will be called for interview. Marks obtained in the written test, if conducted, will not be counted for final ranking.
Important Instructions
- Candidates reporting after 09.30 AM will not be considered for selection.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
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 SCTIMST Project Associate I 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, with questions around post-graduation level.
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Important Links
| SCTIMST Project Associate I Official Notification PDF | Download sctimst.ac.in |
|---|---|
| SCTIMST Official Website | Click Here sctimst.ac.in |
| SCTIMST Official Website (www.sctimst.ac.in) | Click Here sctimst.ac.in |
| Link | Details |
| SCTIMST Project Associate I Official Notification PDF | Advertisement dated 09.11.2026 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for SCTIMST Project Associate I Recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 35 years as on 01.11.2026. The notice prints no age relaxation; The age limit is 35 years as on 01.11.2026.
What qualification is needed for SCTIMST Project Associate I Recruitment 2026?
The notice invites applicants for one post of Project Associate I. The vacancy is existing and is for an ST candidate. In the absence of eligible ST candidates, UR will be considered. | M.Sc Biotechnology or Biochemistry. | Qualified in any of the National Eligibility Test like GATE or UGC-CSIR-NET, or selected under a National Level Exam conducted by agencies like DST, DBT, ICMR, DAE, DOS, DRDO, …
What is the official website for SCTIMST Project Associate I Recruitment 2026?
The official website is https://www.sctimst.ac.in.
Where do I apply for SCTIMST Project Associate I Recruitment 2026?
Apply only on the official website (sctimst.ac.in). Govt Recruitment is a private information site and never takes applications or fees.