Technical Assistant Grade III Recruitment 2026 – Cochin University of Science and Technology
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹41,970 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: M.Sc. in Hydrochemistry or Chemistry with two years of experience in a Research or Analytical Lab.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 2 years of experience in a Research or Analytical Laboratory.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 18 to 40 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
Cochin University of Science and Technology is recruiting for 1 Technical Assistant Grade III position on a contract basis within the Department of Chemical Oceanography. The role offers a consolidated monthly salary of ₹41,970 and requires an M.Sc. in Hydrochemistry or Chemistry with two years of laboratory experience. This is an excellent opportunity for science professionals to work in a premier academic research environment in Kochi. Candidates will be engaged from July to April annually, providing a stable yet flexible academic-aligned career path.
- The maximum age limit for applicants is 40 years with standard relaxations for SC/ST and backward communities.
- Employment is on a contract basis for an initial period of one year, extendable up to two years.
- Application involves a two-step process: online registration followed by hard copy submission by 24.08.2026.
- Selection is primarily based on shortlisting candidates according to marks obtained in their qualifying degree.
- The application fee is ₹950 for General/OBC candidates and ₹195 for SC/ST applicants.
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Additional Salary Information
Consolidated monthly pay of ₹41,970 plus applicable benefits as per CUSAT statutes.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on academic marks Interview Document Verification
Application Fees
General/OBC: ₹950 SC/ST: ₹195
Reservation
1 Vacancy (General/Open) State government reservation rules apply for age relaxation and selection.
How to Apply
- Apply online through the CUSAT recruitment portal at recruit.cusat.ac.in by 17.08.2026.
- Pay the prescribed application fee through online mode (Net banking/Credit/Debit cards).
- Download and sign the hard copy of the submitted application form.
- Attach self-attested copies of documents proving age, qualification, and experience.
- Superscribe the envelope with 'Application for the post of Technical Assistant Grade III, Department of Chemical Oceanography on contract basis'.
- Send the application to the Registrar, Administrative Office, Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kochi-22.
- Ensure the hard copy reaches the office by 24.08.2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
The post offers a consolidated monthly pay of ₹41,970.
Candidates must possess an M.Sc. in Hydrochemistry or Chemistry (or equivalent) and have two years of experience in a Research or Analytical Lab.
The age limit is 18 to 40 years as of 01.01.2026, with relaxations applicable for reserved categories.
