SCTIMST Project Assistant (Biomedical Technology Wing) Recruitment 2026 – Walkin

The Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST), Trivandrum, an Institution of National Importance under the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, will hold a walk-in interview on 20 November 2026, with reporting at 09.30 AM and the interview at 10.30 AM. The venue is the Biomedical Technology Wing, Satelmond Palace, Poojappura, Thiruvananthapuram-695 012. It is for one Project Assistant (Scientific) post at Rs.16,000/- + 20% HRA on an Institute (TDF) funded project. The existing vacancy is for an SC candidate.

SCTIMST Project Assistant (Scientific) Walk-in Interview Date, Time and Venue

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

About the Institute and the Project

SCTIMST is described in its notice as an Institution of National Importance under the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. The post sits in its Biomedical Technology Wing at Poojappura, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. It is for the Institute (TDF) funded project P.6274, "Development & Validation of a system for Texture Modification of Liquids for Delivering Hydration and Nutrition in Patients with Dysphagia due to Neurological Disorders".

Posts and Eligibility

The Project Assistant (Scientific) post requires M.Sc Chemistry / Biochemistry with 60% marks (essential). The age limit is 35 years as on 01.11.2026. The notice prints no age relaxation. Candidates should check the official notification for any further eligibility detail.

The following are desirable, not essential:

• 2 years' experience in a chemistry or materials science laboratory.
• Familiarity with computer operation, upkeep of records.

Experience, wherever prescribed, means experience gained after acquiring the prescribed essential qualification. Candidates already in service must produce a No Objection Certificate from the present employer at the time of interview.

Pay and Duration

Monthly emoluments are Rs.16,000/- + 20% HRA. The engagement is initially for a period up to 21.09.2027, likely to be extended up to 21.09.2028.

SCTIMST Project Assistant (Scientific) Job Description

• Support synthesis and characterization of gel based hydration delivery systems.
• Maintain records.
• Provide documentation and reporting support.
• Must be able to travel and work independently.

What to Bring

Candidates are to report along with the following:

• Duly filled Recruitment Report Form.
• Bio-data.
• Original and self-attested copies of certificates to prove age, qualifications and experience.
• A valid Caste certificate for SC candidates, in the prescribed format applicable for employment in Central Govt. Institutions, issued by a Revenue Officer not below the rank of a Tahsildar.
• A No Objection Certificate from the present employer, for candidates already in service.

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.
• The vacancy is for an SC candidate; UR will be considered only in the absence of eligible SC candidates.
• For queries, the notice gives the e-mail [email protected] and telephone 0471-2340801 / 2520450.

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