IISER Kolkata Non Teaching Recruitment 2026: 17 Posts at an Institute of National Importance
The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Kolkata has opened direct recruitment for 17 non-teaching positions across seven roles — Senior Superintendent, Counsellor, Junior Engineer (Civil), Nursing Assistant, Jr. Office Assistant (MS), Jr. Assistant (MS) and Attendant. This is a Central Government job at an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, with pay fixed from Pay Level 1 to Pay Level 7 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. If you already have a few years of work experience behind you, this is one of the better central government openings this month.
The online window opened on 19 September 2026 and shuts on 19 October 2026 at 17:30 Hrs. Do not stop there — IISER Kolkata also needs your printed application in its office by 29 October 2026, and without it the online form counts for nothing. Every post here asks for prior experience, so there is no fresher-eligible post in this advertisement. Read this article fully: we have set out the vacancy split, the qualification for each post, age limits, fee and the two-step application process, the way GovtJobsAlert.in does for every notice.
What are the Key Highlights of IISER Kolkata Non Teaching Recruitment 2026?
IISER Kolkata is a science education and research institute at Mohanpur in Nadia district of West Bengal, set up by the Government of India. It is hiring under Advt. No. IISER-K/Admn/NT-04/2026 and its own Recruitment Rules, RCPP-2023. All seven roles are regular posts, so if you follow government jobs in West Bengal, keep this one on your list.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | IISER Kolkata (Ministry of Education) |
| Advertisement No. | IISER-K/Admn/NT-04/2026 |
| Posts | Senior Superintendent, Counsellor, Junior Engineer (Civil), Nursing Assistant, Jr. Office Assistant (MS), Jr. Assistant (MS), Attendant |
| Total Vacancies | 17 |
| Pay | Pay Level 1 to Pay Level 7 (7th CPC Pay Matrix) |
| Job Location | Mohanpur, Nadia District, West Bengal |
| Application Start Date | 19 September 2026 |
| Last Date (Online) | 19 October 2026, 17:30 Hrs |
| Last Date (Hard Copy) | 29 October 2026, 17:30 Hrs |
| Selection | Shortlisting, skill or trade test, written test |
How Many Vacancies in IISER Kolkata Recruitment 2026?
The reservation changes from post to post, so read the row for your own post, not the total.
| Post | Category-wise Vacancies | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Superintendent | UR 1 | 1 |
| Counsellor | UR 1 | 1 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | OBC 1 | 1 |
| Nursing Assistant | UR 1 | 1 |
| Jr. Office Assistant (MS) | UR 2 | 2 |
| Jr. Assistant (MS) | UR 4 / OBC 2 / SC 3 / EWS 1 | 10 |
| Attendant | UR 1 | 1 |
Junior Engineer (Civil) is notified for OBC only and carries no Unreserved seat, so a General-category candidate cannot apply for it. Inside the ten Jr. Assistant (MS) positions, 01 is reserved for Ex-Servicemen and 01 for PwBD (Blind or Low Vision) — horizontal reservations that sit inside that count, not extra openings. The Institute may vary the notified numbers or not fill some posts.
What is the Eligibility for IISER Kolkata Recruitment 2026?
IISER Kolkata Qualification and Experience Required
Every post carries a compulsory experience requirement of 3 to 5 years, and 8 years on the diploma route for Junior Engineer. If you are a fresh graduate looking for government jobs, this advertisement is not for you.
| Post | Essential Qualification and Experience |
|---|---|
| Senior Superintendent | Master’s Degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks or its equivalent grade, plus 5 years in Pay Level-6 or above as Junior Superintendent or an equivalent post |
| Counsellor | Master’s Degree (with 50%) in Psychology (Clinical or Counselling) or Social Work (Medical & Psychiatric) with practical experience, plus 5 years of student counselling |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, first class, with 5 years of field experience in construction or maintenance of building projects, preferably in organizations or firms dealing with CPWD or PWD works OR Diploma in Civil Engineering, first class, with 8 years of such field experience |
| Nursing Assistant | B.Sc. (Nursing), 4-year course, with registration at the Indian or State Nursing Council, plus 5 years of clinical experience in a minimum 50-bedded hospital |
| Jr. Office Assistant (MS) | Bachelor’s Degree with 50% in any discipline and excellent computer skills in Word, Excel and PowerPoint, plus 4 years of office experience |
| Jr. Assistant (MS) | Bachelor’s Degree with 50% in any discipline and excellent computer skills, plus 3 years in office practices or hospitality and catering services |
| Attendant | Matriculation or a three-year Diploma in a relevant field, plus 3 years of laboratory or technical experience |
If your marksheet shows CGPA, write the percentage using your own university’s formula and carry the certificate that supports it. Only a Post Graduate degree of at least two years and an Under Graduate degree of at least three years are considered.
IISER Kolkata Age Limit 2026
The upper age limit differs by post and is counted as on 19.09.2026 (crucial date per notification). One honest caution: the dates table prints 19.09.2026, while clause 35 says eligibility is reckoned on the closing date. We have gone with the tabulated 19.09.2026 — if your age sits on that border, confirm with the Institute before paying.
| Post | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Senior Superintendent | 38 years |
| Counsellor | 40 years |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | 35 years |
| Nursing Assistant | 33 years |
| Jr. Office Assistant (MS) | 33 years |
| Jr. Assistant (MS) | 30 years |
| Attendant | 32 years |
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Relaxation follows Government of India norms and RCPP-2023. SC, ST and OBC relaxation applies only against vacancies reserved for those categories — on an Unreserved post you get none, even with a valid certificate. Serving IISER Kolkata staff, including contractual and outsourced staff, have no upper age limit if a year of service remains before superannuation.
What is the Salary for IISER Kolkata Non Teaching Posts 2026?
The notification places every post in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix but does not print rupee figures, so we will not invent any. Here is the level and group per post.
| Post | Group | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Superintendent | B | Level-7 |
| Counsellor | B | Level-7 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | B | Level-6 |
| Nursing Assistant | C | Level-5 |
| Jr. Office Assistant (MS) | C | Level-4 |
| Jr. Assistant (MS) | C | Level-3 |
| Attendant | C | Level-1 |
Along with basic pay you get the allowances and benefits admissible to Central Government employees posted in Kolkata. Appointees are covered by the New Pension Scheme and are eligible for Medical, LTC and other benefits as per Institute and GoI norms. Appointment is on probation for one year, extendable, and during probation services may be terminated without any reason being assigned — worth knowing before you resign from a current job.
What is the Selection Process for IISER Kolkata Recruitment 2026?
| Stage | What happens |
|---|---|
| Stage-1 | An Institute-level Scrutiny Committee shortlists the online applications; if applications are many, extra shortlisting criteria based on desirable qualifications and relevant experience may be applied |
| Stage-2 | Computer Skill Test and/or Trade Test, qualifying in nature — the marks or grades obtained are not carried forward, and are intended solely to shortlist candidates for the subsequent stage |
| Stage-3 | Written Test of 100 marks, and final selection rests on this merit alone |
| Written Test Part | Marks |
|---|---|
| Part-A (General) | 50 |
| Part-B (Specialization) | 50 |
An indicative syllabus for each position is published on the Institute website, so prepare against it the way you would for any government exam syllabus. No extra weightage is given for a higher qualification, longer experience or a strong skill-test score. Appointment is subject to medical fitness and to verification of character, antecedents and documents, and the recommended panel stays valid for one year. The Institute may cancel, restrict, curtail or enlarge the process without notice, so treat this as the position today.
What Conditions Can Cost You the Job at IISER Kolkata?
These are the lines candidates skip, and each one can end your candidature.
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Part-time service | Experience rendered on a part-time basis will not be counted as valid experience for shortlisting, for any post |
| Contract, temporary or outsourced service | Not counted wherever experience in a Pay Level is required |
| Experience certificate format | It must be on the employer’s letterhead showing your designation, period of service, nature of work and pay, with the issuing authority’s signature and stamp |
| Hard copy not received | If the printed application does not reach IISER Kolkata by 29 October 2026, your candidature will not be considered |
| Postal delay | The Institute is not responsible for postal delay or loss, and applications received after the prescribed date shall not be entertained |
| Incomplete application | An application incomplete in any respect or without the requisite certificates is summarily rejected |
| False information | Incorrect, false or suppressed information at any stage renders the candidature liable to rejection or cancellation |
| Own eligibility | You must assess your own eligibility; if you are found ineligible later, the candidature or appointment is liable to be cancelled or terminated |
| Fake documents | If documents are found fake or a hidden antecedent is detected, the service shall be terminated forthwith |
| Serving employees | Government, autonomous body, PSU and funded-agency staff must apply through proper channel with a Vigilance Certificate, or produce NOC and Vigilance Certificate at the test |
| Canvassing | Canvassing in any form, or bringing political or other influence, is treated as a disqualification |
| Category change | A subsequent change in your community or category status shall not be recognised for this selection |
| Records not preserved | Records of non-selected candidates are not preserved beyond six months from the declaration of final results |
| No correspondence | No interim enquiry or correspondence about shortlisting, application status or results will be entertained |
How to Apply for IISER Kolkata Non Teaching Recruitment 2026 Online?
Applying here has two halves and both are compulsory. An online submission on its own is not a valid application.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open the official online application portal (link in Essential Links below) |
| 2 | Register with a working mobile number and email address, or sign in if you already have an account |
| 3 | Fill the form for your post and upload the certificates, experience letters and category documents asked for |
| 4 | Pay the fee online through the payment gateway |
| 5 | Submit before 19 October 2026, 17:30 Hrs, then download the PDF of the filled application |
| 6 | Post the signed hard copy with self-attested testimonials to The Dean (Administration), IISER Kolkata, Mohanpur, Nadia District, Pin 741246 |
| 7 | Make sure it reaches by 29 October 2026, 17:30 Hrs, with the envelope superscribed “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ……” |
Send the hard copy by speed post, registered post or courier, and send it early — that deadline is the date of receipt, not of posting. Applying for more than one post? Submit a separate application and pay the fee again for each. The papers that forfeit your claim if missing are the experience certificate in proper format and, for any reserved-category claim, the valid caste, OBC-NCL, EWS or disability certificate.
What are the Important Dates for IISER Kolkata Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 19 September 2026 |
| Online application starts | 19 September 2026 |
| Last date for online application | 19 October 2026, 17:30 Hrs |
| Last date for hard copy at IISER Kolkata | 29 October 2026, 17:30 Hrs |
| Crucial date for age, qualification and experience | 19 September 2026 |
| OBC-NCL certificate must be issued after | 01 April 2026 |
| EWS Income & Asset Certificate validity | Financial Year 2026-2027 |
| Admit card date | Not Available |
| Exam date | Not Available |
What is the Application Fee for IISER Kolkata Recruitment 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All other candidates | ₹500 — that is ₹450 application fee plus ₹50 registration fee |
| SC, ST, PwBD, Women, Ex-Servicemen and Transgender | ₹50 only (registration fee) |
Read that second row twice, because this is where candidates slip. The exemption is partial, not full — those categories are exempt from the ₹450 application fee but must still pay the ₹50 registration fee. Payment is through the online gateway only, the fee is non-refundable under any circumstances, and it is charged separately for every post you apply to.
Essential Links for IISER Kolkata Non Teaching Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for IISER Kolkata Non Teaching Recruitment 2026
- Visit IISER Kolkata Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
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If you have the experience these roles ask for, this is a stable Central Government job at a respected institute. Finish the online form well before 19 October 2026, then post the hard copy so it lands by 29 October 2026 — missing that second date cancels everything you did online. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more government job notifications.