SCTIMST Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Eligibility, Stipend & Walk-in Guide
If you have studied cardiovascular technology, echocardiography or nursing, this is a chance worth a day of your time. Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST), an Institution of National Importance under the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, has invited candidates for Graduate Apprentice in Cardiovascular Technology. There are 8 vacancies plus a panel, and the apprentice gets a stipend of ₹12,300 per month for 1 year of training.
There is no online form here. The selection is a walk-in interview on 10 November 2026 at Thiruvananthapuram, so read the timings and the document list below and plan your travel now. This guide on GovtJobsAlert.in covers qualification, age, the reserved seats, the interview and the exclusion rule that can cost you the post. Do not treat this as a normal job post: it is a one-year apprenticeship, and the experience bar below decides who can be engaged. Freshers looking for graduate government jobs in Kerala should read it fully.
What are the Key Highlights of SCTIMST Graduate Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
SCTIMST is based in Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum), Kerala. This notice is issued under Advt. No. P&A.VI/28/GAT(ECG)/SCTIMST/2026 dated 28.10.2026 and signed by the Director.
- Post Name: Graduate Apprentice in Cardiovascular Technology
- Total Vacancies: 8 plus a panel (panel size is not stated)
- Stipend: ₹12,300 per month
- Job Location: Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
- Walk-in Date: 10 November 2026 at 10.30 am
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology |
| Advertisement Number | P&A.VI/28/GAT(ECG)/SCTIMST/2026 |
| Period of Training | 1 year |
| Mode of Selection | Walk-in interview |
How Many Vacancies are there in SCTIMST Graduate Apprentice 2026?
| Post Name | Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice in Cardiovascular Technology | SC (includes 3 backlog) | 4 |
| Graduate Apprentice in Cardiovascular Technology | OBC (includes 1 backlog) | 2 |
| Graduate Apprentice in Cardiovascular Technology | UR | 1 |
| Graduate Apprentice in Cardiovascular Technology | EWS | 1 |
| Graduate Apprentice in Cardiovascular Technology | Total | 8 |
The notification lists seats only for SC, OBC, UR and EWS. It gives no separate seats for ST or PwBD candidates, so those candidates should confirm with the institute before travelling.
What is the Eligibility for SCTIMST Graduate Apprentice 2026?
Educational Qualification
Any one of these qualifications is enough:
| Option | Qualification |
|---|---|
| 1 | B.Sc. in Cardiovascular Technology |
| 2 | B.Sc. in Echocardiography |
| 3 | B.Sc. in Nursing |
| 4 | Post graduate diploma in Cardiovascular Technology |
| 5 | Post-basic diploma in Cardiothoracic Nursing |
| 6 | Any Government approved ECG certification course completed after graduation |
Nursing graduates can also look at more medical and healthcare government jobs on our site.
Experience Bar
This is the clause that catches many applicants. Candidates who have more than one year of training or job experience after getting the qualification are not eligible to be engaged as an Apprentice. If you have worked or trained for longer than a year after your degree or diploma, do not rely on this post.
Age Limit
| Detail | Limit |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | 35 years |
| Age Calculated As On | 01.11.2026 |
The notification does not mention any age relaxation for reserved categories. Confirm with the institute before relying on one.
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What is the Stipend for SCTIMST Graduate Apprentice 2026?
The apprentice receives a stipend of ₹12,300 per month for the 1 year training period. This is a training engagement, not a regular post, so it is a stipend and not a pay-scale salary. The notification does not list any other allowance.
Since the seats are reserved (SC 4, OBC 2, UR 1, EWS 1), check which category row fits you, and remember that the open UR seat is only one. Competition for it may be high, so your documents and your preparation matter more than anything else on the day.
What is the Selection Process for SCTIMST Graduate Apprentice 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Written Test | Depending on the number of candidates, a written test may be conducted to shortlist for interview |
| Walk-in Interview | The mode of selection stated in the notification |
| Documents | Original and copies of certificates proving age, qualification and caste |
The written test is not guaranteed. It depends on the number of candidates, so prepare for both. Revise cardiac basics, ECG recording, echocardiography and patient handling, because these relate directly to the post. The notification does not publish a syllabus or marks, and you can use our syllabus and exam pattern page for general preparation.
Reserved category candidates must carry the certificate that applies to them:
| Category | Certificate Needed |
|---|---|
| SC | Valid caste certificate |
| OBC | Non-creamy layer certificate |
| EWS | Income and assets certificate |
Each of these certificates must be issued by a Revenue Officer not below the rank of a Tahsildar.
How to Apply for SCTIMST Graduate Apprentice 2026 (Walk-in, No Online Form)?
There is no online application and no application form to post. You simply appear in person on the day, so the steps are short.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Check that you hold one of the listed qualifications and are 35 years or younger on 01.11.2026 |
| 2 | Confirm you have not completed more than one year of training or job experience after your qualification |
| 3 | Collect original certificates plus copies for age, qualification and caste (if reserved) |
| 4 | Reach the venue by 09.00 am on 10 November 2026 for reporting |
| 5 | Appear for the walk-in interview, which starts at 10.30 am |
Because the written test may come first, plan to stay for the full day. Do not book a return ticket for the afternoon. The reporting time is 09.00 am and the interview starts at 10.30 am, so leave a day early if you live far from the city. Reach the campus gate with enough time to find the venue building without hurry.
The venue is the Achutha Menon Centre for Health Science Studies of the Institute, at the Medical College Campus, Thiruvananthapuram.
What are the Important Dates for SCTIMST Graduate Apprentice 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 28 October 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 09.00 am on 10 November 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview | 10.30 am on 10 November 2026 |
SCTIMST Graduate Apprentice 2026 Application Fee
The notification does not mention any application fee.
SCTIMST Graduate Apprentice 2026 Essential Links
- Download SCTIMST Graduate Apprentice Official Notification PDF
- Visit SCTIMST Graduate Apprentice Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Kerala Government Jobs Telegram Channel
The walk-in is on 10 November 2026, and reporting is at 09.00 am, so reach early with every original document in a folder. If you qualify, do not let this one-year opportunity slip away. Browse more Kerala government jobs and keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for the next update.