IISER Kolkata Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 17 Posts

The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Kolkata has released the official notification for IISER Kolkata Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026. The institute invites applications from eligible Indian nationals for 17 non-teaching vacancies across seven posts, including Senior Superintendent, Counsellor, Junior Engineer (Civil), Nursing Assistant, Junior Office Assistant, Junior Assistant and Attendant.

Eligible candidates must submit their applications online and send a hard copy of the completed application form along with the required documents. The online application deadline is 19 October 2026, while the last date for receipt of the hard copy is 29 October 2026.

Important Dates

Important: Candidates must complete both stages of the application process within the prescribed deadlines. Submission of the online form alone is not sufficient.

Vacancy Details

IISER Kolkata has announced 17 vacancies across seven non-teaching positions.

Reservation highlights: The Junior Assistant (MS) vacancies comprise UR-4, OBC-2, SC-3 and EWS-1. One position is reserved for Ex-Servicemen and one for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), as specified in the notification. Candidates should consult the official advertisement for applicable reservation conditions.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must be Indian citizens and meet the prescribed educational qualification, experience and age requirements for the post applied for. The qualification and experience details are summarized below.

1. Senior Superintendent

• Vacancy: 1 (UR)
• Age limit: 38 years
• Qualification: Master's degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks or equivalent grade.
• Experience: At least 5 years in Pay Level 6 or above as Junior Superintendent or an equivalent post, handling administrative, finance and accounting, academic, legal, statutory, audit, stores and purchase, or establishment matters in the specified government or educational/research institutions.

2. Counsellor

• Vacancy: 1 (UR)
• Age limit: 40 years
• Qualification: Master's degree with 50% marks in Psychology (Clinical or Counselling) or Social Work (Medical & Psychiatric), with practical experience.
• Experience: 5 years of experience counselling students on academic, psychosocial and emotional issues in a reputed academic institute or organization.

3. Junior Engineer (Civil)

• Vacancy: 1 (OBC)
• Age limit: 35 years
• Qualification and experience: Either a first-class Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with at least 5 years of field experience in construction or maintenance of building projects, preferably under CPWD/PWD/government norms, or a first-class Diploma in Civil Engineering with at least 8 years of relevant field experience.

4. Nursing Assistant

• Vacancy: 1 (UR)
• Age limit: 33 years
• Qualification: Four-year B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized institute/university.
• Registration: Must be registered with the Indian Nursing Council or State Nursing Council.
• Experience: 5 years of clinical experience in a hospital with at least 50 beds, in the specified eligible organizations.

5. Junior Office Assistant (MS)

• Vacancies: 2 (UR)
• Age limit: 33 years
• Qualification: Bachelor's degree in any discipline with 50% marks.
• Computer skills: Excellent proficiency in office applications such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience: 4 years of relevant experience in an office environment.

6. Junior Assistant (MS)

• Vacancies: 10 (UR-4, OBC-2, SC-3 and EWS-1)
• Age limit: 30 years
• Qualification: Bachelor's degree in any discipline with 50% marks.
• Computer skills: Excellent proficiency in office applications such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience: 3 years of relevant experience in office practices, hospitality and catering services.

7. Attendant

• Vacancy: 1 (UR)
• Age limit: 32 years
• Qualification: Matriculation or a three-year Diploma from a recognized university/institute in a relevant field.
• Experience: 3 years of relevant experience in a laboratory, academic, research or establishment environment of national or international repute. The notification lists experience involving scientific equipment and relevant laboratory, IT, audio-visual, networking, cooking or catering work, as applicable.

Note: The above is a summary of essential requirements. Candidates must verify the detailed wording of the qualification and experience requirements in the official notification before applying.

Age Limit and Relaxation

• Age relaxation will be provided according to applicable Government of India norms.
• SC/ST/OBC age relaxation applies as prescribed, subject to the conditions for reserved vacancies stated in the notification.
• The notification provides that IISER Kolkata employees, including regular, contractual and outsourced employees, have no upper age limit, subject to the specified remaining-service condition for internal candidates.

Age-date clarification: The first page identifies 19 September 2026 as the crucial date for age, qualification and experience, while the detailed instructions on page 9 refer to the online application closing date for reckoning eligibility. Applicants should check the official recruitment portal for clarification before relying on a particular date.

Salary and Pay Scale

Selected candidates will receive pay under the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix, along with applicable allowances and benefits as per institute and Government of India rules.

The notification states that the posts carry applicable allowances and benefits available to Central Government employees posted in Kolkata. Appointees will be covered under the Government of India's New Pension Scheme, subject to applicable rules, and may receive benefits such as medical facilities and LTC as per institute and government norms.

Application Fee

The total fee for other candidates comprises an application fee of ₹450 and a registration fee of ₹50. For the categories listed as exempt, the ₹450 application fee is waived, but the ₹50 registration fee remains payable. Payment must be made through the payment gateway. The fee is non-refundable.

Selection Process

The recruitment process consists of the following stages, as applicable to the post:

1. Stage 1 – Application Screening: An institute-level Scrutiny Committee will examine online applications and shortlist eligible candidates.
2. Stage 2 – Skill Test/Trade Test: The institute may conduct a qualifying Computer Skill Test and/or Trade Test. These tests may be conducted separately or together, depending on the requirements.
3. Stage 3 – Written Test: Candidates will appear for a 100-mark written examination comprising Part A (General) for 50 marks and Part B (Specialization) for 50 marks.

The final selection will depend on merit in the written test. Marks obtained in qualifying skill/trade tests will not be carried forward to the written-test stage. The institute may use relevant qualifications and experience for shortlisting when applications are received in large numbers.

How to Apply for IISER Kolkata Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official application portal: https://iiserkolnt.samarth.edu.in/index.php/site/login.
2. Register or log in and select the relevant non-teaching post.
3. Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, work experience and other required information accurately.
4. Upload the required documents and certificates in the prescribed format.
5. Pay the applicable application and registration fee through the payment gateway.
6. Review the application carefully and submit it before 19 October 2026 at 5:30 PM.
7. Download and print the completed application form.
8. Send the printed application form along with self-attested copies of relevant testimonials, certificates and enclosures to the address below, ensuring that it reaches the institute before the deadline.

Documents Required

Candidates should prepare the documents applicable to their post and category. These may include:

• Printed copy of the submitted online application form.
• Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets.
• Experience certificates clearly mentioning designation, service period, nature of duties, pay, issue date, issuing authority, signature and official stamp.
• Valid SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS certificate, wherever applicable.
• PwBD certificate or other reservation-related documents, wherever applicable.
• Registration certificate from the Indian Nursing Council or State Nursing Council for Nursing Assistant applicants.
• Equivalent qualification, experience or pay-scale certification, wherever applicable.
• For eligible candidates working in Central/State Government organizations or departments, autonomous bodies, PSUs and government-funded research agencies: application through proper channel and a Vigilance Certificate, or NOC and Vigilance Certificate at the skill test/written test stage if called for, as specified in the notification.

This is a practical checklist, not an exhaustive official document list. Refer to the advertisement for the requirements applicable to your particular post.

Important Instructions for Applicants

• Read the full advertisement and confirm eligibility before applying.
• Apply separately for each post if applying for more than one position; a separate fee is payable for each post, subject to the applicable exemption.
• Only qualifications from recognized universities or institutions will be considered as prescribed in the notification.
• Part-time experience will not be counted for shortlisting. Contractual, temporary and outsourced experience will not count where experience in a specified Pay Level is required.
• Government employees and candidates from the specified organizations must follow the proper-channel and vigilance-document requirements.
• Keep the registered mobile number and email address active because correspondence, call letters and admit cards will be sent by email.
• Check the official website regularly for corrigenda, syllabus, examination schedules and other updates.

Important Links

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How many vacancies are available in IISER Kolkata Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026?

A total of 17 vacancies have been advertised across seven non-teaching posts.

2. What is the last date to apply online?

The last date for online application submission is 19 October 2026, up to 5:30 PM.

3. Is hard-copy submission required?

Yes. Applicants must send a printout of the submitted application form with the required self-attested documents. The hard copy must reach IISER Kolkata by 29 October 2026 at 5:30 PM.

4. What is the application fee?

The total fee is ₹500 for candidates not covered by the specified exemption. SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Ex-Servicemen/Transgender candidates listed in the notification pay the ₹50 registration fee only.

5. What is the selection process?

The process includes application screening, a qualifying Computer Skill Test and/or Trade Test where conducted, and a 100-mark written test. Final selection is based on written-test merit.

6. Where can candidates apply?

Candidates can apply through the official application portal at iiserkolnt.samarth.edu.in.