The Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST) Recruitment 2026 for posts of 01 Project Assistant. Candidates with Diploma Can Apply Online. The online application opens on 30-12-2025, and closes on 11-01-2026. The candidate shall apply online through SCTIMST website, sctimst.ac.in.
Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Project Assistant Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official SCTIMST website. The last date to submit the application form is 11-01-2026. In this article, you’ll find the SCTIMST Project Assistant Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.
Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Trivandrum (SCTIMST)
Post Name
Project Assistant
No of Posts
1
Advt No
P&A.II/78/PA/P.8264/BMT-SCTIMST/2025
Salary
Rs. 20,000/- + 18% HRA per month
Qualification
3 years Diploma in Engineering / Technology in Biomedical / Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation or equivalent
Age Limit
Up to 50 years as on 01-01-2026
Last Date for Apply
11/01/2026 (5.00 PM)
Official Website
www.sctimst.ac.in
Vacancy Details
Post
No. of Vacancies
Category
Project Assistant
1
ST (Backlog)*
*In the absence of eligible ST candidates, OBC candidates will be considered; in the absence of OBC candidates, UR will be considered.
Eligibility Criteria
Essential: 3 years Diploma in Engineering / Technology in Biomedical / Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation or equivalent from a recognized institution.
Desirable experience: Product design, manufacturing, prototyping, 3D printing, machining, instrumentation, test systems, automation, calibration, quality system documentation, R&D / industrial / academic experience.
Experience, wherever prescribed, must be gained after acquiring the prescribed essential qualification.
Salary / Stipend
Monthly emoluments of Rs. 20,000/- plus 18% HRA for the Project Assistant post.
Age Limit
Upper age limit is 50 years for the Project Assistant post as on 01 January 2026.
Important Dates
Event
Date & Time
Notification Date
30 December 2025
Last date for applying online
11 January 2026, 5.00 PM
Selection Process
Applications will be screened and eligible candidates will be called for an interview at the Biomedical Technology Wing, Poojappura, Thiruvananthapuram – 695 012.
Depending on the number of candidates, a qualifying written test may be conducted for initial screening; only qualified candidates will be called for interview.
Marks obtained in the written test, if conducted, will not be counted for final ranking.
No TA/DA will be paid for attending the written test or interview.
General Information / Instructions
The post is under a DBT funded project “Centre of Excellence for Minimally Invasive Cardiovascular Devices” and is purely temporary.
Initial appointment is for 6 months, likely to be extended up to 13.06.2029, subject to project needs.
Eligible candidates must upload scanned copies of certificates for age, qualification, experience, and valid caste / non-creamy layer certificates in the prescribed Central Government format.
Experience means experience gained after acquiring the essential qualification.
The institute may conduct written test for screening and reserves the right regarding selection.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates are required to apply online through the institute website using the recruitment link provided.
Applicants must upload scanned copies of certificates to prove age, educational qualifications, experience, and valid caste/non-creamy layer certificate (for ST/OBC) issued by a Revenue Officer not below the rank of Tahsildar.
Online application must be submitted on or before 11 January 2026, 5.00 PM.
Q1. What is the SCTIMST Project Assistant recruitment about?
This recruitment is for a Project Assistant post under the DBT funded project “Centre of Excellence for Minimally Invasive Cardiovascular Devices” at the Biomedical Technology Wing of SCTIMST, Thiruvananthapuram
Q2. What qualification is required for the SCTIMST Project Assistant post?
Candidates must possess a 3 years Diploma in Engineering/Technology in Biomedical, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation or an equivalent discipline from a recognized institution to be eligible.
Q3. How many vacancies are available and which category is eligible?
There is one existing backlog vacancy reserved for ST candidates; if suitable ST candidates are unavailable, OBC applicants will be considered, and in their absence, UR candidates may be considered.
Q4. What is the age limit for SCTIMST Project Assistant recruitment 2026?
The upper age limit for the Project Assistant post is 50 years as on 01 January 2026, as specified in the official recruitment advertisement.