C-MET Recruitment 2026: 7 RA, JRF, Project Associate & Project Assistant Posts

C-MET Recruitment 2026 is open for seven temporary project positions at the Centre for Materials for Electronics Technology (C-MET), a scientific society under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India. Advertisement No. HD/PN(H.Q.)/SP-102/2026 covers Research Associate/Project Scientist, Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Project Associate and Project Assistant positions at C-MET laboratories in Pune and Hyderabad.

The recruitment is linked to the MeitY-sponsored project “Organic and Inorganic Materials based Optical Quantum Technology (OIMO-QT) scale-up and manufacturing supply chain in India.” The engagement is purely temporary, initially for one year, and may be extended up to project completion, currently stated in the notification as up to 5 August 2030. Candidates should read the official notification carefully because these positions are project appointments and are not regular permanent C-MET posts.

C-MET Recruitment 2026 Overview

C-MET Vacancy 2026: Post-Wise Details

C-MET Salary / Emoluments

The notification states that the emoluments are due for revision. Candidates should therefore treat the figures above as the amounts stated in the current advertisement.

C-MET Recruitment 2026 Eligibility

Research Associate / Project Scientist

Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Engineering in areas such as Electronics, Electrical, Instrumentation, RF and Microwave Engineering or Embedded Systems/related fields, or a Ph.D. in relevant Sciences such as Physics, Materials Science, Electronics, Photonics or Quantum Technologies. The notification also mentions desirable M.Tech/M.E. qualifications in Microwave, Electronics, Microelectronics or VLSI and at least two years of relevant research and development or advanced engineering experience, as applicable.

Junior Research Fellow

For the two JRF positions, the prescribed qualification includes B.Tech/B.E. in Electronics, Electrical, Instrumentation, RF/Microwave Engineering or Communication, or a Master’s degree in Physics/Electronics or an equivalent qualification. M.Tech/M.E. in relevant electronics, microwave, microelectronics or VLSI areas is desirable. Experience or knowledge in RF/microwave systems, antennas, detector interfaces, communication, PCB/circuit design and related areas can be relevant to the work.

Project Associate

The Project Associate positions use the same broad technical qualification route as the JRF positions: B.Tech/B.E. in the specified electronics/electrical/instrumentation/RF/microwave/communication disciplines or a Master’s degree in Physics/Electronics or equivalent. The detailed advertisement should be checked for the exact screening criteria applicable to the applicant.

Project Assistant

Project Assistant applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in Science or a three-year Diploma in Engineering and Technology or equivalent, as prescribed in the official notification.

Age Limit

The advertisement specifies post-wise age limits under the applicable norms. The stated brackets are 35–40 years for Research Associate/Project Scientist, 28–30 years for JRF and Project Associate, and 28 years for Project Assistant. Age is to be considered on the closing date according to the applicable norms. Government rules on age relaxation apply where applicable, but the notification states that there is no relaxation for reserved-category candidates applying against unreserved positions.

Nature of Work

The selected project personnel will work on multidisciplinary research related to materials synthesis, multilayer PCB design, photonic and quantum device development, optical characterisation, process optimisation, prototype development and technology demonstration. The notification also refers to simulation studies and technical work involving tools and areas such as KiCad, HFSS, ADS, CST, RF/microwave systems, mixed-signal systems, antennas, detector interfaces and instrument-control systems.

Selection Process

Eligible applications will be screened and shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview. The official advertisement states that interview is at the discretion of the competent authority. Shortlisted candidates and recruitment outcomes will be displayed on the C-MET website. Candidates attending an interview will have to produce original documents for verification, and no TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

How to Apply for C-MET Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official C-MET Jobs page.
2. Download Advertisement No. HD/PN(H.Q.)/SP-102/2026 and the prescribed application format.
3. Select the exact post for which you satisfy the qualification and screening requirements.
4. Complete the application form and paste a recent self-attested passport-size photograph.
5. Attach self-attested copies of educational, age, experience and other required documents.
6. Send the completed application by Speed Post only to the Centre Head, C-MET, IDA Phase-III, HCL (PO), Cherlapally, Hyderabad – 500 051.
7. Write the required application superscription for Advertisement No. HD/PN(H.Q.)/SP-102/2026 on the top of the envelope.
8. Ensure that the application reaches C-MET by 16 October 2026 at 5:00 PM.

Documents to Keep Ready

• Completed C-MET application form
• Recent passport-size photograph
• Proof of date of birth
• Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets
• Research/experience certificates, where applicable
• NET/CSIR-UGC Joint Exam/GATE certificate, where applicable
• Caste/PwBD documents, where applicable
• Any other documents specifically required for the selected post

Important Dates

Important Points Before Applying

• This is a temporary, time-bound project engagement, not a regular permanent appointment.
• The initial engagement is for one year and may continue up to project completion subject to the terms of the advertisement.
• Only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply.
• Applications received after the deadline or incomplete applications are liable to be rejected.
• Candidates already working in Government, PSUs or autonomous bodies must follow the NOC requirement mentioned in the notification.
• Applicants should periodically check the C-MET website for addenda, corrigenda, shortlist information and recruitment updates.

Official C-MET Recruitment 2026 Notification

C-MET Official Jobs Page — recruitment listing and application instructions.

Download C-MET Advertisement HD/PN(H.Q.)/SP-102/2026 PDF — official seven-page notification and application form.

Why C-MET Recruitment 2026 Is Worth Checking

This is a specialist recruitment opportunity rather than a mass government examination. The seven positions are concentrated in electronics, RF/microwave, communication, photonics, quantum technology and related research areas. That makes the notification particularly relevant for engineering, science and research candidates who meet the post-specific requirements.

Related Government Research Jobs

For more opportunities, see Government Jobs on CareerSphere. Candidates interested in specialised research careers can also review IIT Kanpur Senior Research Analyst Recruitment 2026, IISER Tirupati Research Associate Recruitment 2026 and NIT Calicut JRF / Project Associate Recruitment 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are available in C-MET Recruitment 2026?

There are 7 temporary project positions under Advertisement No. HD/PN(H.Q.)/SP-102/2026.

Which posts are available?

The recruitment covers one Research Associate/Project Scientist, two JRFs, two Project Associates and two Project Assistants.

Where are the C-MET vacancies located?

The positions are located at C-MET laboratories in Pune and Hyderabad.

What is the highest salary?

The Research Associate/Project Scientist position carries ₹58,000 per month plus HRA and the stated medical provision.

What is the last date to apply?

The completed application must reach C-MET by 16 October 2026 at 5:00 PM.

Is this a permanent government job?

No. The notification describes these as temporary, time-bound project positions. The initial engagement is for one year and may be extended subject to project requirements.

CareerSphere recommends checking the official C-MET notification for the exact qualification, screening and document requirements before sending the application.