IIEST Shibpur Senior Assistant Recruitment 2026: 7 Posts, Pay Level 4 and Two-Step Application
The Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST), Shibpur, an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, has invited applications for 7 Senior Assistant posts. If you have passed 12th, can type at 35 words per minute and want a stable government job in West Bengal, this is worth your time. The pay is Level 4 of the 7th CPC.
This recruitment has two compulsory steps. First, apply on the SAMARTH portal by 9 December 2026. Then submit a separate Google Form with your documents by 14 December 2026. A candidate who does only one step will not be considered. Read this article fully, especially the How to Apply section, and keep an eye on West Bengal govt jobs on GovtJobsAlert.in for updates.
What Are the Key Highlights of IIEST Shibpur Senior Assistant Recruitment 2026?
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur |
| Advertisement No. | RO/NO/26/34 (dated 09.11.2026) |
| Post | Senior Assistant (Group C, non-teaching) |
| Total Vacancies | 7 |
| Pay | Level 4 (7th CPC); PB-1 with Grade Pay Rs 2,400 (6th CPC) |
| Job Location | IIEST Shibpur, Howrah, West Bengal |
| Application Mode | SAMARTH portal plus Google Form (both compulsory) |
How Many Senior Assistant Vacancies Are There in IIEST Shibpur 2026?
There is only one post, so the category split below is the full picture. Note that the notification does not show any seat for ST or EWS.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 5 |
| SC | 1 |
| OBC (NCL) | 1 |
| Total | 7 |
What Is the Eligibility for IIEST Shibpur Senior Assistant 2026?
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Education | Senior Secondary (10+2) from a recognised board |
| Typing | Minimum 35 w.p.m. |
| Computer skill | Proficiency in Word Processing and Spreadsheet |
| Desirable | Other computer skills, stenography, Bachelor’s degree |
The desirable qualifications are a bonus, not a condition. Degrees and certificates must come from recognised institutions, and the notification says the prescribed qualifications are only the bare minimum. Meeting them does not guarantee a call for the test. Applicants should also be physically fit and mentally sound. Eligibility follows the NITs Non-teaching Recruitment Rules 2019 and the Ministry of Education’s notifications, which stay applicable till the selection process is complete. The Skill Test is only qualifying; the merit list rests on the Written Test alone.
What Is the Age Limit for IIEST Shibpur Senior Assistant 2026?
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Direct recruits | 33 years |
| Departmental candidates | Up to 5 years relaxation |
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Age is counted as on the last date for submission of the application form. Other relaxation is admissible as per Central Government Rules, but the notification does not list category-wise years. Any relaxation you claim must be backed by a valid certificate in your own name. The notification gives no minimum age.
What Is the Salary for IIEST Shibpur Senior Assistant 2026?
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Pay Level (7th CPC) | Level 04 |
| Pay Band (6th CPC) | PB-1 (Rs 5,200 – 20,200) |
| Grade Pay | Rs 2,400 |
The notification does not print the rupee range for Level 4 or the allowances. Probation for direct recruits is 1 year as per NIT Statutes.
What Is the Selection Process for IIEST Shibpur Senior Assistant 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Stage I: Written Test | Final merit list is prepared only on marks in this test |
| Stage II: Skill Test | Qualifying: typing 35 w.p.m. plus Word Processing and Spreadsheet |
| Document verification | Physical; employed candidates submit Vigilance Clearance, if selected |
You must qualify in the Skill Test to be considered for selection. The notification does not describe the exam pattern, syllabus or dates. Watch the Institute website, as the Institute asks applicants to check it regularly for updates, corrigenda and addenda. If marks tie in the Written Test, the merit order goes first to more correct marks, then to higher age, then to a higher percentage in the minimum qualifying exam (top five subjects, with one core language paper such as English compulsory).
What Is the Application Fee for IIEST Shibpur Senior Assistant 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC (NCL) | Rs 1,500 |
| SC / ST / PwD | Rs 1,000 |
The fee is paid online as per the instructions inside the SAMARTH portal. The notification states no fee exemption. Records of candidates who are not selected are not kept beyond three months from the declaration of the result.
What Are the Important Dates for IIEST Shibpur Senior Assistant 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 9 November 2026 |
| SAMARTH application opens | 9 November 2026 |
| Last date on SAMARTH portal | 9 December 2026 (11:55 PM) |
| Last date for Google Form | 14 December 2026 (11:55 PM) |
Which Conditions Can Cancel Your IIEST Shibpur Application?
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Only one step done | Applications through only SAMARTH or only the Google Form will not be considered |
| Other modes | Applications through any other mode will not be considered |
| Late Google Form | Forms received after 14 December 2026, 11:55 PM will not be considered |
| Incomplete / improper channel | Such applications will be summarily rejected |
| OBC (NCL) / EWS certificate | Must be issued on or after 1 April 2026, otherwise you are treated as UR |
| PwD claim | Disability of at least 40%, certificate valid on the closing date |
| False information | Candidature is liable to be cancelled |
| Canvassing / correspondence | Canvassing in any manner entails disqualification of candidature; any correspondence leads to cancellation |
| Travel | No TA or DA for the written or skill test |
| Institute’s rights | The Institute may modify, defer or cancel the recruitment, or leave posts unfilled |
How to Apply for IIEST Shibpur Senior Assistant 2026 Online?
Keep your 12th certificate, caste or PwD certificate (if you claim any) and a scanned photo ready.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open the SAMARTH Recruitment Portal (link in Essential Links) and fill the online form with correct details |
| 2 | Upload your documents and pay the fee online |
| 3 | Submit the form by 9 December 2026, 11:55 PM, then download the filled application form |
| 4 | Make one PDF of the downloaded form and self-attested photocopies of all documents you uploaded |
| 5 | Open the Google Form (link in Essential Links) and upload that PDF by 14 December 2026, 11:55 PM |
| 6 | Carry the complete form with documents, plus originals, to the written test and skill test |
Government, autonomous body or PSU employees must also send the application through proper channel to the Registrar, IIEST Shibpur, P.O. Botanic Garden, Howrah 711103, marking the envelope “Application for the Post of Senior Assistant”. They submit an advance copy online by the due date, and bring a No Objection Certificate to the tests and a Vigilance Clearance at document verification if selected. Queries go to recruitment.nonfac@officer.iiests.ac.in, with “Recruitment for the Post of Senior Assistant” in the subject line. Check your email regularly, as the notification asks.
The Google Form deadline falls five days after SAMARTH closes, but the notification gives no grace period, so treat 14 December as final.
Essential Links for IIEST Shibpur Senior Assistant Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF for IIEST Shibpur Senior Assistant Recruitment 2026 (Advt. RO/NO/26/34)
- Apply Online for IIEST Shibpur Senior Assistant Recruitment 2026 – 7 Posts, Apply Online by 9 December (Step 1: SAMARTH portal, last date 9 December 2026)
- Submit Documents Google Form for IIEST Shibpur Senior Assistant Recruitment 2026 (Step 2: last date 14 December 2026)
- Official Notification Page for IIEST Shibpur Senior Assistant Recruitment 2026 – 7 Posts, Apply Online by 9 December
- Visit IIEST Shibpur Senior Assistant Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join West Bengal Govt Jobs Telegram Channel
Don’t leave the Google Form for the last minute. Finish SAMARTH by 9 December, then submit your single PDF by 14 December, because missing either step cancels your chance. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more 12th pass govt jobs and updates on this recruitment.