C-MET Project Associate Recruitment 2026: Walk-in Interview Dates

C-MET Project Associate recruitment is being conducted through walk-in interviews at C-MET, Thrissur, for Project Associate-I (A), Project Associate-I (B) and Project Assistant. Registration will be held from 08:00 hrs to 10:30 hrs on the post-specific dates in October 2026. Candidates must meet the prescribed qualification and age requirements and bring original documents, copies supporting qualification, age and experience, and a passport-size photograph.

Quick Overview

Walk-in Interview Dates

C-MET Project Associate Vacancy Details

Eligibility

Educational Qualification

• Project Associate-I (A): First Class or 60% marks in M.Sc. Chemistry, Material Science or Physics.
• Project Associate-I (B): B.E./B.Tech. in Electrical and Electronics, Electronics and Communication, or Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering.
• Project Assistant: First Class or 60% marks in Diploma in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or B.Sc. in Physics/Chemistry.

Age Limit

The maximum age is 28 years as on 31 August 2026. SC/ST and OBC candidates claiming age relaxation may apply for consideration against future reserved vacancies. OBC (NCL) candidates claiming age relaxation must produce a valid non-creamy layer certificate issued for Central Employment purpose.

Desirable Experience

• Project Associate-I (A): Desirable experience in 2D materials and devices, CVD, lithography techniques, material characterization and clean room facilities.
• Project Associate-I (B): Desirable experience in device design and fabrication and MEMS facilities.

Candidates meeting the prescribed qualification and age requirements may attend the relevant walk-in interview. Candidates from categories other than OBC (NCL) may also apply for the posts earmarked for OBC (NCL) backlog vacancies for consideration against future project vacancies.

Application Process

For C-MET Project Associate recruitment, candidates must attend the relevant walk-in interview at C-MET, Thrissur, and complete registration between 08:00 hrs and 10:30 hrs on the applicable date.

1. Attend C-MET, Thrissur on the date specified for the post.
2. Register between 08:00 hrs and 10:30 hrs.
3. Bring original documents and copies supporting qualification, age and experience, along with a passport-size photograph.
4. Candidates screened in by the committee will be considered for interview, subject to verification of original documents.

Documents

Documents for Verification

• Original documents supporting qualification, age and experience, to be produced at the walk-in interview.
• Valid OBC (NCL) certificate issued for Central Employment purpose, where applicable.
• Medical fitness certificate in the prescribed form from a Government Doctor not below the rank of Civil Surgeon, at joining.
• Character certificates from two Gazetted Officers working in Central or State Government, at joining.

Documents to Keep Ready

• Copies of documents supporting qualification, age and experience.
• Passport-size photograph.

Selection Process

The selection process includes screening by a committee. Candidates screened in will be considered for interview, subject to verification of original documents.

Salary and Job Profile

Project Associate-I (A/B): Rs. 37,000 per month plus HRA for NET/GATE-qualified candidates and Rs. 30,000 per month plus HRA otherwise. Project Assistant: Rs. 27,000 per month plus HRA.

• Project Associate-I (A): Material synthesis, characterization and analysis; development of materials and 2D materials/devices; and operation and maintenance of sophisticated equipment and facilities.
• Project Associate-I (B): Design and development of circuits, components and devices; electrical and electronic characterization; micro/nano fabrication; and operation and maintenance of sophisticated equipment and facilities.
• Project Assistant: Support in circuit, component and device design and development; electrical and electronic characterization; micro/nano fabrication; and operation and maintenance of sophisticated equipment and facilities.

Project Tenure

The appointment is temporary and project-based until completion of the project. The project is stated to run up to 13 January 2027 and is likely to be extended for one more year if the project duration is extended.

Appointment Conditions

• The appointment is purely temporary and does not confer any right to claim regular appointment.
• Selected candidates must normally report for duty within 10 days from the date of offer; no extension will be given.
• Resignation during the project period will not normally be entertained.

FAQs

What are the C-MET Project Associate walk-in interview dates?

Project Assistant interviews are scheduled for 1 October 2026, Project Associate-I (A) interviews for 6 October 2026, and Project Associate-I (B) interviews for 7 October 2026. Registration is from 08:00 hrs to 10:30 hrs on each applicable date.

Which qualifications are required for the posts?

Project Associate-I (A) requires First Class or 60% marks in M.Sc. Chemistry, Material Science or Physics. Project Associate-I (B) requires B.E./B.Tech. in the specified engineering disciplines. Project Assistant requires First Class or 60% marks in Diploma in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or B.Sc. in Physics/Chemistry.

Where will the walk-in interview be held?

The walk-in interview will be held at C-MET, Thrissur, Kerala.

What are the C-MET Project Associate emoluments?

Project Associate-I (A/B) receive Rs. 37,000 per month plus HRA for NET/GATE-qualified candidates and Rs. 30,000 per month plus HRA otherwise. Project Assistant receives Rs. 27,000 per month plus HRA.