The Centre for Materials for Electronics Technology (C-MET), a scientific society under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India, has announced recruitment for Project Scientist, Project Staff Technical and Project Staff Admin positions, with a total of 5 vacancies. The posts are temporary and tied to a MeitY sponsored project at the C-MET Hyderabad laboratory for setting up process facilities for the pilot scale preparation of Nd, Pr metals, NdFeB alloy and magnets. Selection is through a walk-in interview, making this an opportunity for candidates in materials science, engineering and administrative fields.
C-MET Recruitment 2026 - Project Scientist, Project Staff Technical and Other Posts
Posted 28 Sept 2026Updated 28 Sept 2026HD/02/Rectt/4/SP-48/2026
Total Vacancies
5
Last Date
—
Apply Mode
Walk-in
Contract
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Walk-in interview held on 22 Sept 2026
- Notification18 Sept
- Walk-in22 Sept
- Walk-in Held22 Sept
About C-MET Project Scientist, Project Staff Technical and Project Staff Admin Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Centre for Materials for Electronics Technology
- Advertisement No.
- HD/02/Rectt/4/SP-48/2026
- Post Name
- Project Scientist, Project Staff Technical and Project Staff Admin
- Job Location
- Hyderabad, Telangana
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Only Indian Nationals need to appear for the walk-in interview)
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 40 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Tenure
- Purely temporary and co-terminus with the project duration, i.e. up to 05.03.2027
Vacancy Breakdown
Project Scientist
1
UR 1
Project Staff Technical
3
OBC 2SC 1
Project Staff Admin
1
UR 1
Total5
| Post Name | UR | OBC | SC | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project Scientist | 1 | — | — | 1 |
| Project Staff Technical | — | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Project Staff Admin | 1 | — | — | 1 |
| Grand Total | 2 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Project Scientist1 post
- Qualification
- Ph.D. (Chemical Engineering, Metallurgy and Materials Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science) OR M.E./M.Tech with 3 years research experience and at least one research paper in SCI Journal. Desirable: Research experience in extractive metallurgy, powder metallurgy, alloy and magnet preparation.
- Experience
- 3 years research experience for the M.E./M.Tech route, with at least one research paper in an SCI Journal
- Age Limit
- Maximum 40 years as on the interview date
Project Staff Technical3 posts
- Qualification
- First class (60%) Diploma (Electrical, Civil, Instrumentation)
- Age Limit
- OBC 31 years, SC 33 years as on the interview date
- Note
- Reserved positions: 2 OBC and 1 SC
Project Staff Admin1 post
- Qualification
- First class (60%) B.Com/BA/B.Sc. with 2 years work experience with good computer knowledge, MS office tools, and Accounts, etc.
- Experience
- 2 years work experience with good computer knowledge, MS office tools and Accounts
- Age Limit
- Maximum 28 years as on the interview date
Age Limit
Maximum 40 years for Project Scientist, 31 years for OBC and 33 years for SC under Project Staff Technical, and 28 years for Project Staff Admin, as on the walk-in interview date
Age Relaxation
OBC 3 years and SC 5 years over the maximum age for reserved positions. No age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC candidates against Unreserved (UR) positions.
Application Fee
All Categories
Nil
Selection Process
- 1Walk-in Interview
Interview held at the C-MET Hyderabad office on 22 September 2026 after registration and screening of documents.
- 2Document Verification
Original certificates are verified at the time of registration and screening; candidates must also submit self-attested photocopies.
Salary Structure
Project Scientist
Pay: Rs. 67,000 + 30% HRA per month + 1 month basic towards medical expenses
Project Staff Technical
Pay: Rs. 27,000 + 30% HRA per month + 1 month basic towards medical expenses
Project Staff Admin
Pay: Rs. 27,000 + 30% HRA per month + 1 month basic towards medical expenses
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Project Scientist | Rs. 67,000 + 30% HRA per month + 1 month basic towards medical expenses |
| Project Staff Technical | Rs. 27,000 + 30% HRA per month + 1 month basic towards medical expenses |
| Project Staff Admin | Rs. 27,000 + 30% HRA per month + 1 month basic towards medical expenses |
How to Apply
- 1Report to the C-MET office at Cherlapally, Hyderabad for registration between 09:00 and 10:00 hrs on 22 September 2026.
- 2Carry the duly filled application form in the prescribed format with a recent passport-size photograph pasted and signed.
- 3Bring original certificates of educational qualification, date of birth, work experience and caste, along with one set of self-attested photocopies.
- 4Produce an NOC if currently working in a Government department, PSU or autonomous body.
- 5Attend the walk-in interview and document verification after registration and screening.
Reporting Venue
Centre for Materials for Electronics Technology (C-MET), IDA Phase-III, Cherlapally, HCL (PO), Hyderabad - 500051
Reporting time: 09:00 AM to 10:00 AM (registration)
Registration is between 09:00 and 10:00 hrs on 22 September 2026 at the C-MET office in Cherlapally, Hyderabad. Candidates must bring the duly filled application form, original documents and one set of self-attested photocopies for screening. Those whose certificates are still with a college or employer must produce a custodian certificate. Candidates working in Government, PSUs or autonomous bodies need an NOC. No TA/DA is paid.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Duly filled application form with self-attested passport-size photograph
•Original and self-attested copies of educational qualification certificates and mark sheets
•Date of birth proof
•Work experience certificates
•Caste certificate
•NOC for candidates in Government/PSU/Autonomous Bodies
•Custodian certificate where original certificates are held elsewhere
Important Details
- The positions are purely temporary and co-terminus with the MeitY sponsored project, which runs up to 05.03.2027.
- Selected candidates have no legal right to claim regularization, absorption or further contractual engagement, and the offer of fellowship does not confer any right of absorption in C-MET.
- Engagement is subject to the candidate being declared medically fit as per C-MET requirements.
- Candidates working in Government, Public Sector Undertakings or Autonomous Bodies must bring an NOC at the time of interview.
- No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview.
- Any legal dispute arising out of this advertisement can be instituted only in Hyderabad.
- Any addendum or corrigendum will be hosted on the C-MET website only.
Project Details
The posts are under the MeitY sponsored project titled 'Establishment of process facilities for the pilot scale preparation of Nd, Pr metals, NdFeB alloy and magnets'. Selected candidates may have to work on a three-shift basis if required.
Contact
Phone: +91-40-27265587, 27267006, 27261658
Frequently Asked Questions
Can SC/ST/OBC candidates apply for the Unreserved positions?
Yes. Candidates from reserved categories may apply for UR positions if they meet the age criteria, but no age relaxation is allowed against UR posts.
Do candidates working in a government department or PSU need an NOC?
Yes. Candidates working in Government, Public Sector Undertakings or Autonomous Bodies must bring a No Objection Certificate at the time of the interview.
Will travel expenses be reimbursed for the walk-in interview?
No. No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview.
Is the appointment permanent?
No. The engagement is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project, which runs up to 05.03.2027, and carries no right to regularization or absorption in C-MET.
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