IIEST Shibpur Superintendent & Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026: Vacancy, Eligibility & How to Apply
If you are a graduate looking for a stable central government job in West Bengal, here is a good chance. Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST), Shibpur, an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, has invited applications for 5 posts: 3 Superintendent and 2 Personal Assistant. Both are Group B posts at Pay Level 6 (7th CPC).
The online window is open from 9 November 2026 and closes on 9 December 2026 at 11:55 PM. Graduates with the qualifications below can apply, and you can read the full graduate government jobs list for more options. There is one extra step many people miss: after the online form you must also send a single PDF through a Google Form by 14 December 2026. Read this article fully so that you do not lose your chance on a small mistake. GovtJobsAlert.in has put every detail below.
Key Highlights – IIEST Shibpur Superintendent & Personal Assistant Recruitment 2026
This notice is for direct recruitment to two non-teaching Group B posts. Eligibility follows the NITs Non-teaching Recruitment Rules 2019 and Ministry of Education notifications.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | IIEST Shibpur, Howrah |
| Advertisement No. | RO/NO/26/35 (dated 9 November 2026) |
| Posts | Superintendent, Personal Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 5 |
| Pay Level | Level 6 (7th CPC) |
| Job Location | Shibpur, Howrah, West Bengal |
| Last Date (Online) | 9 December 2026, 11:55 PM |
How Many Vacancies Are There in IIEST Shibpur Recruitment 2026?
The seats differ from post to post, so check your own post and category. The notice lists seats only for the categories shown here.
| Post Name | Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Superintendent | UR | 2 |
| Superintendent | OBC (NCL) | 1 |
| Personal Assistant | UR | 2 |
What is the Eligibility for IIEST Shibpur Superintendent & Personal Assistant 2026?
Educational Qualification
| Post | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Superintendent | First Class Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, OR Master’s Degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks (or equivalent grade). Also knowledge of computer applications: word processing and spreadsheet |
| Personal Assistant | Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in any discipline from a recognised university or institute. Minimum speed of 100 w.p.m. in stenography |
No work experience is prescribed for direct recruits. All degrees must be from a recognised university or institute. The qualifications are the bare minimum, and having them does not guarantee a call for the written test or skill test.
Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Both posts (direct recruits) | 30 years |
| Departmental candidates | Relaxable up to 5 years |
Age, qualification and experience are counted as on the last date for submitting the application form. Other relaxation is admissible as per Central Government rules, and it must be supported by a valid certificate in your own name.
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What is the Salary for IIEST Shibpur Superintendent & Personal Assistant 2026?
Both posts are placed at Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC. The old 6th CPC scale given in the notice is PB-2 (Rs. 9,300 – 34,800) with Grade Pay Rs. 4,200. The notice does not print the Level 6 pay amount.
Selected candidates join on 1 year of probation as per NIT Statutes. The recruitment rules say these posts are filled partly by direct recruitment and partly by promotion, so this advertisement is only for the direct recruitment seats.
What is the Selection Process for IIEST Shibpur Superintendent & Personal Assistant 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Stage-I: Written Test | The merit list is prepared only on the marks of this test |
| Stage-II: Skill Test (qualifying) | Superintendent: computer applications (word processing and spreadsheet). Personal Assistant: stenography at minimum 100 w.p.m. |
| Selection Committee | Final recommendation after the tests |
| Document Verification | Physical verification of documents |
You must qualify in the skill test to be considered. If two candidates get equal marks in the written test, the tie is broken in this order: more correct marks in the written test, then higher age, then a higher percentage in the minimum qualifying examination. The notice does not give the exam pattern, syllabus or exam date yet, so keep watching the official website. You can use the syllabus and exam pattern page for planning.
How to Apply Online for IIEST Shibpur Superintendent & Personal Assistant 2026?
Apply only in online mode. Keep your scanned certificates ready, and remember that applying on only one of the two platforms (SAMARTH or Google Form) will not be considered.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open the SAMARTH Recruitment Portal (link in Essential Links below) and fill the online form with correct details |
| 2 | Upload the documents the portal asks for and pay the fee as per the instructions inside the portal |
| 3 | After final submission, download the filled application form |
| 4 | Add self-attested photocopies of all certificates uploaded on SAMARTH and make one single PDF |
| 5 | Submit that PDF through the Google Form (link in Essential Links below) by 14 December 2026, 11:55 PM |
| 6 | Keep the same complete form and documents with you, plus all original testimonials/documents, as they must be produced at the written test and skill test |
Already employed in Government, Autonomous Body or PSU? You must apply through proper channel addressed to the Registrar, IIEST Shibpur, P.O. Botanic Garden, Howrah 711103, with “Application for the Post of Superintendent” or “Application for the Post of Personal Assistant” written on the envelope. Also submit an advance copy online on SAMARTH by the due date, and bring a No Objection Certificate from your employer at the tests.
Keep your caste certificate handy. An OBC (NCL) or EWS certificate must be issued on or after 1 April 2026, otherwise your application is treated as Unreserved (UR). A PwD certificate must show at least 40% disability and be valid on the closing date. Incomplete applications or those not sent through proper channel are summarily rejected, and canvassing in any manner leads to disqualification of candidature. Your candidature can also be cancelled if any false statement or hidden fact is found at any stage. The Institute may modify, defer or cancel the advertisement, and may fill or not fill any of the posts.
What are the Important Dates for IIEST Shibpur Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 9 November 2026 |
| Online Application Starts (SAMARTH) | 9 November 2026 |
| Last Date of Online Application (SAMARTH) | 9 December 2026, 11:55 PM |
| Last Date for PDF Submission via Google Form | 14 December 2026, 11:55 PM |
| Written Test and Skill Test Date | Not announced yet |
What is the Application Fee for IIEST Shibpur Recruitment 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC (NCL) | Rs. 1,500 |
| SC / ST / PwD | Rs. 1,000 |
The fee is paid online inside the SAMARTH portal, as per the instructions given there. No exemption is mentioned in the notice. Candidates get no TA/DA for the written test or skill test.
IIEST Shibpur Recruitment 2026 Essential Links
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for IIEST Shibpur Recruitment 2026 – 5 Posts: Superintendent & Personal Assistant (Advt RO/NO/26/35), Apply Online by 9 December
- Official Notification Page for IIEST Shibpur Recruitment 2026 – 5 Posts: Superintendent & Personal Assistant (Advt RO/NO/26/35), Apply Online by 9 December
- Visit IIEST Shibpur Official Website
- Submit Application PDF via Google Form (due 14 December 2026)
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join West Bengal Govt Jobs Telegram Channel
If you hold a degree and want a Group B post in Howrah, do not wait for the last day. Finish the SAMARTH form by 9 December 2026 and send your PDF through the Google Form by 14 December 2026. For more openings, see other government jobs and keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.