IISER Thiruvananthapuram Recruitment 2026: 8 Regular Non-Teaching Vacancies
IISER Thiruvananthapuram Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026: The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram (IISER TVM), an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, has invited applications for eight regular Group B and Group C non-teaching vacancies under Advertisement No. IISER(T)/HR/002/2026, dated 22 October 2026. The recruitment includes Library Superintendent, Senior Technical Assistant (Technical), Office Assistant (Multi-Skill), and Junior Technical Assistant (Scientific and Technical) posts.
Two mandatory deadlines: Applicants must complete the online application by 11 November 2026 at 5:00 PM and ensure that the signed printed application with self-attested supporting documents reaches IISER TVM by 18 November 2026 at 5:00 PM. An online submission alone is insufficient: the Institute clearly states that an online application is considered only if the hard copy reaches it in time.
Eligibility warning: Most posts require substantial relevant work experience and specified pay-level experience. The Institute expressly says apprenticeship, training and similar engagements will not be counted as work experience. Thus, this is not an unrestricted fresher job notification. The Junior Technical Assistant entries contain a separate essential-qualification route; candidates should read the full role description before deciding if they meet it.
The details below follow the official IISER TVM advertisement page (which reproduces the post-wise recruitment details) and the linked detailed notice PDF. This October 2026 Advertisement 002/2026 for 8 posts is distinct from earlier IISER TVM recruitment notices.
IISER TVM Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Institute | Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram (IISER TVM) |
|---|---|
| Under | Ministry of Education, Government of India |
| Advertisement Number | IISER(T)/HR/002/2026 |
| Notification Date | 22 October 2026 |
| Number of Vacancies | 8 |
| Recruitment Type | Regular Group B and C non-teaching posts |
| Designation | Library Superintendent, Senior Technical Assistant (Technical), Office Assistant (Multi-Skill), Junior Technical Assistant (Scientific / Technical) |
| Education | Post-specific Library Science PG, relevant Degree, Engineering Diploma, Science/Technology/Engineering degree and computer skills |
| Experience | Post-specific; 5 years, 11 years or 3 years for specified roles/routes. Apprenticeships are not counted. |
| Maximum Age | 38 years for Group B; 33 years for Group C; relaxation as prescribed |
| Salary | 7th CPC Level 7 or Level 5 (plus admissible allowances) |
| Location | IISER Thiruvananthapuram, Maruthamala P.O., Vithura, Thiruvananthapuram – 695551, Kerala |
| Application Fee | ₹500; exempted for SC/ST/PwD/Women/Ex-Servicemen candidates |
| Selection | Screening and a 2-hour objective written examination; syllabus communicated to shortlisted candidates |
| Online Apply Last Date | 11 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Hard Copy Must Reach By | 18 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Apply Online | Official IISER TVM Non-Teaching Application Portal |
IISER Thiruvananthapuram 2026 Vacancy Details – All 8 Posts
| Post Code | Designation | Seats | Reservation | Group | 7th CPC Pay | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26-LS | Library Superintendent | 1 | UR | Group B | Level 7 | 38 years |
| 26-STA-T | Senior Technical Assistant (Technical) | 1 | UR | Group B | Level 7 | 38 years |
| 26-OA | Office Assistant (Multi-Skill) | 3 | UR 1, OBC-NCL 1, SC 1 | Group C | Level 5 | 33 years |
| 26-JTA-S | Junior Technical Assistant (Scientific) | 2 | UR 2 | Group C | Level 5 | 33 years |
| 26-JTA-T | Junior Technical Assistant (Technical) | 1 | UR | Group C | Level 5 | 33 years |
| Total | 8 | |||||
Educational Qualification and Experience – Post-wise Details
1. Library Superintendent – 1 Vacancy (Code 26-LS)
Group B, Pay Level 7, maximum age 38 years. Requires a Master’s Degree in Library Science / Library and Information Science with at least 55% marks from a recognised university, or a Master’s Degree in any discipline plus a Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science / Library and Information Science with 55%.
The Institute also specifies five years of relevant experience in the Library and Information Science field at Pay Level 6 or above in digital library management, automation and networking, within the eligible government, semi-government, autonomous, university or higher-education organisations described in the notice. Computer applications, digital library and automation qualifications/experience are listed as desirable.
2. Senior Technical Assistant (Technical) – 1 Vacancy (Code 26-STA-T)
Group B, Pay Level 7, maximum age 38 years. Requires B.E./B.Tech, three-year Engineering Diploma, MCA, M.Sc. or B.S.-M.S. with 55% or equivalent in the appropriate field, together with the specified technical employment at Pay Level 6 or above for five years as a Technical Assistant/equivalent, or 11 years at Pay Level 5 or above as Junior Technical Assistant/equivalent.
Relevant fields include software development, hardware and system administration, IT and networking, AV systems, AI, Data Science and Engineering at recognised organisations/universities. Instrumentation/Electronics expertise is desirable. A related diploma or engineering degree alone does not satisfy the stated experience condition.
3. Office Assistant (Multi-Skill) – 3 Vacancies (Code 26-OA)
Group C, Pay Level 5, maximum age 33 years. Reservations: UR 1, OBC-NCL 1, SC 1.
Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with at least 55% marks, excellent ability with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other office applications, and five years of relevant office-work experience in qualifying government/semi-government/PSU/autonomous/university/institutional roles. Relevant duties may involve office operations, equipment, applications or hospitality. This is not a degree-only fresher vacancy.
4. Junior Technical Assistant (Scientific) – 2 Vacancies (Code 26-JTA-S)
Group C, Pay Level 5, maximum age 33 years. Reservation: 2 UR.
The essential academic route is a Bachelor’s Degree in Science / Technology / Engineering or a three-year Engineering Diploma, with at least 55% marks or equivalent. The notice also describes an alternative route involving three years’ relevant laboratory, academic or research experience in handling scientific instruments related to Biological Sciences, Veterinary Sciences, Chemistry, Physics, Earth & Environmental Sciences or Computer Sciences, together with the specified degree/diploma.
Important: The official job page displays these as alternative qualification/experience clauses; candidates should confirm which applies to them when filling out the online form. Do not assume an unrelated subject or internship training satisfies the scientific-laboratory criteria.
5. Junior Technical Assistant (Technical) – 1 Vacancy (Code 26-JTA-T)
Group C, Pay Level 5, maximum age 33 years. Reservation: 1 UR.
Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Science / Technology / Engineering or three-year Engineering Diploma with at least 55%, with an alternative clause mentioning three years’ relevant experience in laboratory, academic or research environments supporting Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Data Science, virtual classrooms, computer networks, IT, e-classrooms, audiovisual equipment or CCTV networking.
Applicants should carefully compare their academic course, field experience and any listed alternative routes against the full notification and application form. The Institute excludes apprenticeships and training from the definition of experience.
IISER TVM Salary 2026 – Pay Levels 5 and 7
| Post | 7th CPC Pay Level | Starting Basic Pay in Standard 7th CPC Matrix |
|---|---|---|
| Library Superintendent | 7 | ₹44,900 (standard Level-7 first cell) |
| Senior Technical Assistant (Technical) | 7 | ₹44,900 (standard Level-7 first cell) |
| Office Assistant (Multi-Skill) | 5 | ₹29,200 (standard Level-5 first cell) |
| Junior Technical Assistant (Scientific / Technical) | 5 | ₹29,200 (standard Level-5 first cell) |
The official recruitment page states the pay levels, not a guaranteed monthly take-home salary. The basic-pay figures above reflect the standard 7th CPC pay matrix; actual basic pay, DA, HRA, Transport Allowance and other benefits are as admissible. National Pension System (NPS), Medical Reimbursement and Leave Travel Concession may apply under government/institute rules.
IISER TVM Age Limit 2026
Maximum 38 years for Library Superintendent and Senior Technical Assistant (Technical), and 33 years for Office Assistant and both Junior Technical Assistant categories. Age relaxations apply under Government of India rules. For existing eligible IISER Institute employees, the notification provides no upper age limit, subject to at least one year of remaining service until superannuation.
Read the official notice’s age/qualification/experience reckoning-date conditions carefully: it refers to the closing date for receipt of applications in one clause and the closing date of online submission in another. Applicants near an age limit should confirm the applicable date with the Institute rather than relying on an assumption.
Very Important: Apprenticeship Experience Is Not Counted
Clause 8 of the official recruitment conditions expressly states that apprenticeship, training and similar engagements shall not be counted as experience. Applicants relying only on ITI apprenticeship, NATS/NAPS technician apprenticeship, graduate apprenticeship or training certificates must not count those training months or years toward the advertised employment-experience minimum.
Experience certificates must show the employer letterhead, position held, duties, work period, pay scale or level, date, authorised signature, name and seal. Where claiming equivalent government pay levels, the required employer-issued equivalence certificate is essential.
Selection Process – 2-Hour Objective Written Examination
Applications will be screened/shortlisted based on stated education, experience and other requirements. The selection process includes a written examination of two hours’ duration with objective questions and one correct answer per question. The syllabus and weight assigned to individual topics will be sent to shortlisted candidates by email; the notice does not publish a fixed syllabus or exact exam date here.
In the case of a tie in written-exam marks, the older candidate ranks higher. Candidates must produce originals before selection. No TA/DA is paid to attend the selection process.
IISER Thiruvananthapuram Application Fee 2026
₹500 online application fee, non-refundable, except the official notification exempts SC, ST, PwD, women and ex-servicemen applicants on uploading required proof. Payment uses the SBI payment gateway after final online submission; payment methods include UPI, internet banking and payment cards. Do not use unofficial bank details or direct third-party payment links.
How to Apply Online and Send Hard Copy – IISER TVM Recruitment 2026
- Open the official IISER TVM Advertisement IISER(T)/HR/002/2026 and read the recruitment conditions.
- Visit the authorised IISER TVM recruitment login / registration page and create a User ID and password. Complete the six-stage online application.
- Enter your qualifications, marks, eligible post-specific employment experience, reservation claims and other personal particulars; upload supporting documents, including photograph and any required NOC/Vigilance Clearance.
- Submit the form by 11 November 2026, 5:00 PM. The form cannot be changed after final submission.
- Pay the ₹500 non-refundable fee using the SBI gateway if your category is not exempt. Keep the final payment confirmation.
- Print the completed application, attach self-attested copies of educational, date-of-birth, experience and category certificates, and place them in a sealed envelope.
- Write on the envelope: Application for the post of ____________, Post Code ____________.
- Send the signed application with enclosures by Registered Post or Speed Post so that it REACHES IISER TVM by 18 November 2026 at 5:00 PM. Sending it on the deadline is not sufficient if delivery is later.
- Address: The Registrar, IISER Thiruvananthapuram, Maruthamala P.O., Vithura, Thiruvananthapuram – 695551, Kerala.
If applying for more than one post: separate printed applications with supporting copies must be posted for each post. Employed government/autonomous/PSU applicants must satisfy the rules on employer permission, NOC and Vigilance Clearance Certificates.
IISER TVM Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Official advertisement issued | 22 October 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last date for online submission | 11 November 2026 at 17:00 (5 PM) |
| Last date for hard-copy receipt | 18 November 2026 at 17:00 (5 PM) |
| Written exam date / syllabus | To be communicated to shortlisted candidates |
IISER Thiruvananthapuram 2026 – Important Official Links
| Official Recruitment Announcement & Full Conditions | IISER TVM Advertisement 002/2026 |
|---|---|
| Detailed Notification PDF | Download IISER TVM administrative recruitment PDF |
| Apply Online | IISER TVM Non-Teaching Application Login |
| Official Recruitment Portal | staffrecruit.iisertvm.ac.in |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many vacancies are available in IISER TVM Recruitment 2026?
8 posts: Library Superintendent 1, Senior Technical Assistant (Technical) 1, Office Assistant 3, Junior Technical Assistant (Scientific) 2 and Junior Technical Assistant (Technical) 1.
Are these permanent Central Government vacancies in Kerala?
These are regular non-teaching posts at IISER TVM, an autonomous Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, located at Vithura, Thiruvananthapuram.
Can any degree holder apply for Office Assistant?
Only if they have at least 55% marks, excellent MS Office proficiency and five years of relevant experience, in addition to other conditions.
Can a geology or science graduate apply for Junior Technical Assistant (Scientific)?
The JTA (Scientific) listing covers science/technology/engineering degree or a three-year engineering diploma with at least 55%, with role-related scientific subject/experience routes including Earth & Environment Sciences. Candidates must verify the exact route and nature of duties through the official posting.
Does an apprenticeship count as experience?
No. The advertisement expressly states that apprenticeship/training is not counted toward qualifying experience.
What is the age limit?
Maximum 38 years for Group B posts and 33 years for Group C posts, with applicable relaxation.
What is the application fee?
₹500 for fee-paying candidates, with exemptions for SC/ST/PwD/Women/Ex-Servicemen.
What is the selection examination?
A two-hour objective-type written test. The topic-wise syllabus and examination details will be notified to shortlisted candidates.
What is the last date to apply?
Online: 11 November 2026 by 5 PM. Signed hard copy with documents must reach by 18 November 2026 by 5 PM.
Can I apply only online without sending the printed form?
No. The official notice says online applications are considered only when required hard copies reach IISER within the deadline.
More Kerala and Central Government Job Notifications
Browse Kerala Jobs 2026 for more vacancies and earlier IISER TVM non-teaching recruitment notice for a separate, earlier advertisement. Check each article’s dates and advertisement number; do not merge vacancy counts from different IISER notices.
Disclaimer: Geosial Eduland is an independent recruitment information site and is not affiliated with IISER Thiruvananthapuram. This article follows the official 22 October 2026 IISER TVM recruitment listing and its advertised conditions. The original PDF file could not be rendered in the available reader, but the official IISER webpage reproduces the job details and application instructions. Official notices, amendments and decisions of the Institute prevail.
