Contractual / Regular

CUSAT Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026

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Sep. 28, 2026
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
1
Pay Scale
₹ 41,970/- per month (Consolidated)
Age Limit
18 to 40 Years as on notification date
Job Location

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 27, 2026

2

Starts

Sep 27, 2026

3

Deadline

Oct 26, 2026

4

Exam Date

TBA

Application Window27 Sep – 26 Oct 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

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

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Electronics, OR an MCA / M.Sc. (Computer Science), OR a 3-year Polytechnic Diploma in the concerned or related subject/trade with at least 50% marks in the qualifying examination.

Experience: Minimum 2 years of practical working experience in Networking and Hardware installation. Experience in software installation is desirable.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Candidate should be between 18 and 40 years of age. Usual age relaxation is applicable for Backward Communities (OBC) and SC/ST candidates as per Kerala Government service rules (KS&SSR).

Check Your Age Eligibility

Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Academic & Experience Screening

OnlineQualifying Only

Technical Practical Test & Interview

OfflineMerit Scored

The University reserves the right to shortlist candidates based on marks obtained in the qualifying degree/diploma and relevant experience. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a Technical Interview / Practical Test at the CUSAT campus, Kochi.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Networking & Hardware Installation Competence40 MarksPractical expertise in LAN cabling, switch/router configuration, network troubleshooting, and PC hardware assembly
Operating Systems & Software Deployment25 MarksInstallation, configuration, and troubleshooting of Windows/Linux OS, system drivers, and computer lab management software
Relevant Technical Experience (Beyond 2 Years)20 MarksAssessment of prior hardware support and system administration tenure in academic, university, or corporate environments
Technical Viva & IT Support Aptitude15 MarksProblem-solving methodology, diagnostic ability, communication skills, and responsiveness to faculty/student IT needs

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.

Campus IT and computer laboratory administration environment at the premier School of Management Studies (SMS), CUSAT Main Campus, South Kalamassery, Kochi. Technical Assistants manage computer labs, local networks, Wi-Fi connectivity, audio-visual conference equipment, and software licenses for management students and faculty. Working hours follow standard university office schedules (09:00 AM to 04:30 PM, Monday to Friday).

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Contractual engagement for 1 year, extendable up to a maximum of 2 years based on performance and university sanction. Staff are engaged from July to April each academic year, with mandatory breaks during vacation months of May and June as per CUSAT contract service norms.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

As a contractual university role, there is no direct promotional ladder. However, continuous technical experience at CUSAT provides significant advantage and weightage during regular recruitment for Technical Assistant Grade II/III vacancies across Kerala State Universities and engineering colleges.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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

  • Dual submission is mandatory: Candidates must apply online at recruit.cusat.ac.in by 26.10.2026 AND ensure the signed hard copy reaches CUSAT by 02.11.2026. Failure to send the physical copy will lead to automatic rejection.
  • The outer envelope must be clearly superscribed with "Application for the post of Technical Assistant in the School of Management Studies on contract basis".
  • Minimum 2 years of verified working experience in networking and hardware installation is strictly required.
  • Application fee (₹ 950/- for General/OBC, ₹ 195/- for SC/ST) must be paid online; payments via cheque or DD will not be accepted.

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

  • Unreserved / Contract1
Total Vacancies1

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Fixed consolidated pay of ₹ 41,970/- per month. Service conditions, emoluments, and benefits are governed by KSR, KS&SSR, Act/Statutes, and Syndicate Decisions of CUSAT.

Contract engagement in School of Management Studies from July to April with breaks during vacation months of May-June; initial tenure 1 year, extendable to 2 years.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

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

Application Procedure

  1. Submit your online application through the CUSAT recruitment portal (https://recruit.cusat.ac.in) on or before 26.10.2026.
  2. Remit the non-refundable application fee (₹ 950/- for General/OBC; ₹ 195/- for SC/ST) online via debit/credit card or net banking.
  3. Print and sign the completed online application form. Attach self-attested photocopies of proof of age, educational qualifications, marks lists, experience certificates, and community certificate (if applicable).
  4. Send the signed hard copy in an envelope superscribed "Application for the post of Technical Assistant in the School of Management Studies on contract basis" to the Registrar, Administrative Office, Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kochi - 682022, Kerala so as to reach on or before 02.11.2026.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Application fee must be remitted online via Net Banking or Debit/Credit Card:

  • General and OBC Candidates: ₹ 950/-
  • SC / ST Candidates: ₹ 195/-

Payment by Cheque or Demand Draft is strictly not accepted.

Official Notification & Portal Verification

Direct links to the authorized government portal, official notification PDF, and career portal.

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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 online application deadline on recruit.cusat.ac.in is October 26, 2026. Additionally, the signed physical application form along with self-attested documents must reach the Registrar's Office, CUSAT, Kochi-22 by November 2, 2026.

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