Mahatma Gandhi University
Contractual / Regular

MG University Lab Technician Recruitment 2026

Sourced from Official Government PDF
Oct. 15, 2026
Lab Technician

Required Qualification

12th Pass40
Plus Two1
Science1
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
1
Pay Scale
₹25,000/- Per Month (Consolidated)
Age Limit
Maximum 36 Years as on 01.01.2026
Job Location
Kerala22Kottayam1

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Oct 12, 2026

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Starts

Oct 12, 2026

3

Deadline

Oct 26, 2026

4

Exam Date

Oct 26, 2026

Application Window12 – 26 Oct 2026
Exam / Test Date26 Oct 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

Candidates must possess a pass in Plus Two (Higher Secondary) in Science stream or equivalent qualification, along with a minimum of 5 years practical experience in a Physics Laboratory. Desirable: Practical experience in a Post Graduate (PG) laboratory and experience in handling/servicing equipment and instruments in a PG physics laboratory.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Candidate must not exceed 36 years of age as on 01.01.2026. Standard statutory upper age relaxations are applicable for Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Other Backward Classes (OBC) as per Government of Kerala rules.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

Verified Official Source

Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Document Verification and Walk-in Interview

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Selection will be made on the basis of scrutiny of application forms, verification of original certificates (qualifications, lab experience, age, and community), and performance in the walk-in personal interview conducted at Mahatma Gandhi University.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Qualifying Examination (Plus Two Science Academic Merit)30 MarksEvaluation of marks obtained in Higher Secondary / Plus Two Science stream.
Physics Laboratory Practical Experience (>5 Years & PG Lab)35 MarksAssessment of documented practical experience in physics laboratory operations, with preference for PG lab experience.
Instrument Maintenance & Equipment Servicing Skills15 MarksPractical familiarity and servicing competence with postgraduate physics laboratory apparatus and analytical equipment.
Walk-in Personal Interview & Technical Proficiency20 MarksAssessment of laboratory safety protocols, technical knowledge, troubleshooting ability, and interpersonal suitability during personal interview.

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.

The Lab Technician works at the School of Pure and Applied Physics (SPAP) on the main campus at Priyadarsini Hills, Kottayam. Core responsibilities include routine calibration, upkeep, and maintenance of specialized experimental apparatus, managing consumables and laboratory inventory, preparing laboratory sessions for postgraduate (M.Sc./M.Phil./Ph.D.) students, and ensuring lab safety protocols. The academic atmosphere offers professional exposure to advanced research equipment under university physics faculty.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Stationed strictly at the School of Pure and Applied Physics, Mahatma Gandhi University Campus, Priyadarsini Hills, Kottayam, Kerala. The appointment is purely on a contract basis for a fixed term of one year, subject to satisfactory performance and university operational requirements.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

This is a contractual Group C technical engagement without a direct promotion ladder or regular cadre absorption into the permanent university establishment. However, gaining formal university PG laboratory experience provides an advantageous qualification credential when competing for permanent state university laboratory assistant/technician posts advertised via Kerala PSC or institutional recruitments.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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

  • Candidates must bring all original certificates along with self-attested photocopies on the walk-in date (26.10.2026); failure to produce original documents during verification at 10:00 AM will lead to immediate disqualification.
  • Minimum 5 years of documented practical experience in a Physics Laboratory is a mandatory eligibility prerequisite, not merely a desirable qualification.
  • The appointment is strictly on a 1-year contract basis and selected candidates must execute a formal agreement with Mahatma Gandhi University; it does not confer any claim for permanent absorption.

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

  • OC1
Total Vacancies1

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Consolidated pay of ₹25,000/- per month on contract basis for a tenure of one year at the School of Pure and Applied Physics, Mahatma Gandhi University.

Fixed monthly consolidated remuneration of ₹25,000/- for a period of one year on contract basis.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

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

Application Procedure

  1. Download the prescribed application proforma appended with the official notification circular from the university website (www.mgu.ac.in).
  2. Fill out the proforma completely with personal details, educational qualifications (SSLC, Plus Two Science, additional qualifications), and verified physics laboratory experience details.
  3. Attach self-attested photocopies of proof of age (SSLC), educational qualification certificates and consolidated mark lists, laboratory experience certificates, community/non-creamy layer certificates (if applicable), and any additional qualifications.
  4. Report in person for the Walk-in Interview with the filled application form, original certificates, and self-attested copies on 26.10.2026 at 10:00 AM at the AD A5 Section, University Administration Block, Mahatma Gandhi University, Priyadarsini Hills, Kottayam, Kerala. The interview commences at 10:30 AM in the Mini Conference Hall.
  5. Selected candidates must execute an official contract agreement with the University.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

No application fee is specified in the official notification circular.

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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.

Candidates must have passed Plus Two (Higher Secondary) in the Science stream or equivalent, along with at least 5 years of practical experience working in a Physics Laboratory. Practical experience in a PG laboratory and equipment maintenance is desirable.

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