Contractual / Regular

C-MET Hyderabad Project Personnel Walk-in 2026

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Sep. 18, 2026
Project ScientistProject Staff TechnicalProject Staff Admin
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
5 Posts
Pay Scale
Rs. 27,000 - Rs. 67,000 + 30% HRA per month
Age Limit
Up to 40 Years (Post-wise)

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 18, 2026

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Starts

Sep 18, 2026

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Deadline

Sep 22, 2026

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Exam Date

Sep 22, 2026

Application Window18 – 22 Sep 2026
Exam / Test Date22 Sep 2026

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

Project Scientist (1 Post - UR): Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Metallurgy and Materials Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or Materials Science; OR M.E./M.Tech with 3 years research experience and at least one research paper in an SCI Journal. Desirable: Research experience in extractive metallurgy, powder metallurgy, alloy, and magnet preparation.

Project Staff Technical (3 Posts - 2 OBC, 1 SC): First class (minimum 60%) Diploma in Electrical, Civil, or Instrumentation Engineering.

Project Staff Admin (1 Post - UR): First class (minimum 60%) B.Com, B.A., or B.Sc. degree with 2 years of work experience, good computer proficiency, MS Office tools, and accounts handling.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Maximum age limit as on the date of the walk-in interview (22.09.2026): Project Scientist: 40 years; Project Staff Technical: 31 years for OBC, 33 years for SC; Project Staff Admin: 28 years (UR). Age relaxation applies as per Govt. of India rules for reserved posts (3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC); no relaxation is permissible for UR posts.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Registration & Document Verification

OfflineQualifying Only

Personal Walk-in Interview & Technical Evaluation

OfflineMerit Scored

Selection is conducted through in-person registration and document screening followed by a personal walk-in interview on 22.09.2026 at C-MET Hyderabad. Candidates are evaluated on academic merit, research publications, relevant technical/administrative experience, and viva-voce performance.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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Official weightage breakdown, qualification scoring, and interview evaluation criteria.

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Academic Record & Research Track Record / SCI Publications35 MarksEvaluation of qualifying degree percentage, Ph.D./M.Tech/Diploma credentials, and peer-reviewed journal papers
Domain Specialization in Metallurgy, Magnetics, or Engineering35 MarksAssessment of extractive metallurgy, powder metallurgy, NdFeB magnet processing, or electrical/instrumentation maintenance expertise
Laboratory & Pilot Plant Operating Experience15 MarksPractical familiarity with vacuum furnaces, process instrumentation, PLC systems, or project accounting tools
Personal Interview & Communication15 MarksAptitude, problem-solving capability, communication skills, and readiness for three-shift pilot operations

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

Project personnel at C-MET Hyderabad work in an advanced materials and electronic technology R&D facility under MeitY, focusing on high-impact strategic materials including Nd, Pr rare earth metals and NdFeB permanent magnets. The work environment requires hands-on involvement with vacuum melting furnaces, powder metallurgy equipment, chemical processing units, and instrumentation controls. Project staff may be required to work on a rotational three-shift schedule to oversee continuous pilot plant operations. The atmosphere is research-intensive and intellectually demanding, prioritizing scientific rigor and industrial pilot scalability.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

The positions are purely temporary and contractual, co-terminus with the extended MeitY project duration up to March 05, 2027. All postings are stationed at the C-MET Hyderabad Laboratory located in Cherlapally Industrial Area (IDA Phase-III), Hyderabad, Telangana.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Project personnel appointments are time-bound contractual engagements and do not have an internal institutional promotion cadre or absorption rights. However, project scientists and technical fellows gain specialized expertise in rare earth metallurgical extraction and advanced magnetics, making them competitive for regular scientist posts in DRDO, CSIR, DAE, MeitY, or advanced private semiconductor and EV component manufacturing sectors.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • Strict in-person registration window: Registration for the walk-in interview takes place strictly between 09:00 AM and 10:00 AM on 22/09/2026; candidates arriving after 10:00 AM will not be allowed to register.
  • Custodian certificate mandatory if certificates unavailable: If degree certificates or mark sheets have not been issued by the university/employer, an official custodian certificate must be produced during screening.
  • No claim for absorption: Engagement is temporary and co-terminus with the MeitY project ending on 05.03.2027, with no legal right or claim for regular absorption in C-MET.
  • Three-shift work readiness: Selected project personnel must be prepared to work on a 3-shift rotational basis to support pilot plant operational cycles.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • UR2
  • OBC2
  • SC1
Total Vacancies5 Posts

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Monthly consolidated emoluments: Project Scientist: Rs. 67,000/- + 30% HRA; Project Staff (Technical & Admin): Rs. 27,000/- + 30% HRA. Staff are also eligible for medical reimbursement up to one month basic subject to submission of bills from C-MET recognized providers.

Project Scientist: Rs. 67,000/- + 30% HRA per month + medical reimbursement up to 1 month basic. Project Staff Technical & Admin: Rs. 27,000/- + 30% HRA per month + medical reimbursement up to 1 month basic. Co-terminus with the MeitY sponsored project up to 05.03.2027.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

  1. Download and print the official application format from the C-MET portal (www.cmet.gov.in) or print it directly from the advertisement notification.
  2. Fill in all details in block letters: position applied for, personal details, educational qualifications from 10th/Matriculation onwards, NET/GATE credentials, chronological employment experience, and list of publications/projects.
  3. Provide contact details of two professional references in Section 21 and attach a half/full-page write-up describing how your experience aligns with the project requirements.
  4. Paste a recent signed passport-size photograph and enclose self-attested photocopies of all certificates, mark sheets, proof of date of birth, caste certificate (OBC-NCL/SC), appointment letters, experience certificates, and latest pay slips.
  5. Employed candidates in Govt./PSU/Autonomous bodies must bring an authentic 'No Objection Certificate' (NOC).
  6. Report for registration between 09:00 AM and 10:00 AM on 22/09/2026 at: Centre for Materials for Electronics Technology (C-MET), IDA Phase – III, Cherlapally, HCL (PO), Hyderabad – 500 051 (Accessible via TSRTC bus route 250C from Secunderabad and Tarnaka).
  7. Present all original documents and certificates before the Screening Committee for verification.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Nil. No application fee is payable for attending the walk-in interview.

Official Notification & Portal Verification

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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Clear, verified answers to top eligibility, exam format, salary calculation, and application queries for this notification.

The walk-in interview is scheduled for September 22, 2026 (Tuesday). Registration is conducted between 09:00 AM and 10:00 AM at C-MET, IDA Phase – III, Cherlapally, HCL (PO), Hyderabad – 500051.

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