Updated 31 January 2026 12:02 PM
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Centre for Materials for Electronics Technology (C MET) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 09 Scientist E, Administrative Officer And More Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official C MET website. The last date to submit the application form is 28-02-2026. In this article, you’ll find the C MET Scientist E, Administrative Officer And More Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Offline application form.
C-MET Recruitment 2026 Overview
Vacancy Details
Eligibility Criteria
- B.E/B.Tech/M.Sc. or equivalent from a recognized University in Physics/ Chemistry/ Material Sciences/ Metallurgy/ Ceramics/ Chemical Engineering/Nano materials and having 12 (Twelve) years post qualification experience in the relevant field (as defined below) of R&D or industry.
- M.E/M.Tech in Metallurgy/Ceramics/Chemical Engineering/ Materials Engineering/ Nano materials from a recognized University/Institution and having 10 (ten) years post qualification experience in the relevant field (as defined below) of R&D or industry.
- Ph.D. in Physics/ Chemistry/ Material sciences/ Metallurgy/ Materials Engineering/ Ceramics Engineering/ Chemical Engineering/ Nano materials from a recognized University/ Institution with 8 (eight) years post qualification experience in the relevant field (as defined below) of R&D or industry.
- B.E/B.Tech/M.Sc. or equivalent from a recognized University in Physics/ Chemistry/ Material Sciences/ Metallurgy/ Ceramics/ Chemical Engineering/Nano materials and having 10 (Ten) years post qualification experience in the relevant field (as defined below) of R&D or industry.
- M.E/M.Tech in Metallurgy/Ceramics/Chemical Engineering/ Materials Engineering/Nano materials from a recognized University/Institution and having 08 (eight) years post qualification experience in the relevant field (as defined below) of R&D or industry.
- Ph.D. in Physics/ Chemistry/ Material sciences/ Metallurgy/ Materials Engineering/Ceramics Engineering/ Chemical Engineering/ Nano materials from a recognized University/ Institution with 5 (five) years post qualification experience in the relevant field (as defined below) of R&D or industry.
- B.E / B. Tech / M. Sc or equivalent from a recognized University in Physics / Chemistry/ Material Sciences /Metallurgy /Ceramics/ Chemical Engineering / Nano materials and having 8 (eight) years post qualification experience in the relevant field of R&D or industry.
- M.E /M.Tech. in Metallurgy/Ceramics/Chemical Engineering/Materials engineering /Nano materials from a recognized University/Institution and having 6 (six) years post qualification experience in the relevant field of R&D or industry.
- Ph.D. in Physics/ Chemistry/ Material sciences/ Metallurgy/ Materials engineering / Ceramics engineering/ Chemical Engineering/Nano materials from a recognized University/ Institution with 2 (two) years post qualification experience in the relevant field of R&D or industry.
- B.E / B. Tech / M. Sc or equivalent from a recognized University in Physics / Chemistry/ Material Sciences /Metallurgy /Ceramics/ Chemical Engineering / Nano materials and having 5 (five) years post qualification experience in the relevant field ( as defined below) of R&D or industry.
- M.E/M.Tech in Metallurgy/ Ceramics/Chemical Engineering/Materials engineering /Nano materials from a recognized University/Institution and having 3 (three) years post qualification experience in the relevant field (as defined below) of R&D or industry.
- Ph.D in Physics/ Chemistry/ Material sciences/ Metallurgy/ Materials engineering / Ceramics engineering/ Chemical Engineering/Nano materials from a recognized University/ Institution
- MBA (Finance)/ PG DM (Finance)/ MMS(Finance)/ M.Com from a recognized University/ Institution/ SAS (IAAD/ICAD) with 3 years’ experience
- Graduate in Commerce from recognized university with 6 years’ experience.
- Post Graduate Degree in any discipline/Post Graduate Diploma in Management from a recognized University/Institute in any discipline with 3 years of relevant work experience
- Graduate in any discipline from a recognized university/Institution with 6 years’ experience.
- Post Graduation in Physics / Chemistry/ Material Science / Nano materials or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering in Chemical / Metallurgical / Ceramics / Nano Materials / Mechanical / Electronics (As per the requirement of the lab) from a recognized university or equivalent.
Salary/ Stipend
- Scientist E PML-13 (Rs.123100-215900)
- Programme Coordinator PML-12 (Rs.78800-209200)
- Scientist C PML-11 (Rs.67700-208700)
- Scientist B PML-10 (Rs.56100-177500)
- Finance Officer PML-10 (Rs.56100-177500)
- Administrative Officer PML-10 (Rs.56100-177500)
- Scientific Assistant – IV PML-6 (Rs.35400-112400)
Age Limit (as on 28-02-2026)
- Not exceeding 55 Years (including age relaxation for SC category) for Direct Recruitment/ Transfer on absorption.
- Not exceeding 56 Years for deputation basis
- Not exceeding 45 Years for Direct Recruitment/ Transfer on absorption.
- Not exceeding 56 Years for deputation basis
- Not exceeding 45 Years for Direct Recruitment/ Transfer on absorption (including age relaxation for ST category).
- Not exceeding 35 Years for Direct Recruitment.
- For SC Post : 40 years For UR Post : 35 years
- Not exceeding 38 Years (including age relaxation for OBC category) for Direct Recruitment.
- Not exceeding 35 Years for Direct Recruitment.
- Not exceeding 30 Years for Direct Recruitment.
- For SC Post : 35 years For EWS Post : 30 years
Application Fee
- Application Fees (in Rupees) for General/ OBC/EWS 800/-
- Application Fees (in Rupees) for SC/ST/ PwBD/Women and other notified categories by Government of India 400
Important Dates
Selection Process
- For posts at Sl.No. 1 to 6: (i) Test / Interview or Both
- For post at Sl.No. 7: (i) Written test and (ii) Skill Test/ Trade Test
General Information / Instructions
- The candidate must be a citizen of India. All educational qualifications must be from a recognized Board/University/Centre only. The prescribed qualifications are minimum and unless specified, those are required for consideration for the post, even if the higher qualification has been acquired and the mere fact that a candidate possesses the same will not entitle him/her for being called for selection procedures.
- Each post carries retirement or terminal benefits as per Government of India norms and as applicable/adopted by the Centre from time to time. Relevant experience gained after obtaining the minimum qualifying degree only will be considered.
- Applicants must ensure, before applying, that they possess the minimum essential qualifications and experience prescribed for the post. Qualification must be obtained from a recognized University/Centre.
- Eligibility with respect to age, qualification and experience shall be determined as on the last date of receipt of application. The Centre reserves the right to restrict the number of candidates for written / skill tests/interviews to a reasonable limit based on qualifications, level, and relevance of experience higher than the minimum prescribed in the advertisement. The Centre also reserves the right NOT to fill any of the post(s) advertised.
- The prescribed Essential Qualification and Experience indicated are a bare minimum; mere possession of the same will not entitle applicants to be called for Test[s] and/or Interview.
- Where number of applications received for any post contained in is large, it may not be convenient and/or possible for the Centre to conduct test[s] and/or Personal Interview for all the applicants.
- In such cases, the Centre may restrict the number of applicants to be called for test[s] and/or Interview to a reasonable limit, on the basis of Academic Performance and/or Qualification and/or Experience higher than the minimum prescribed in the advertisement.
- Therefore, applicants should furnish the details of all qualifications and experience possessed in the relevant field, over and above [if any] the minimum qualifications prescribed along with documentary evidence. Candidates will be short-listed for a Test/Interview based on the information provided by them in their applications. They must ensure that such information is true.
- If at the time of the Test/Interview or any subsequent stage or any information given by them or any claim made by them in their applications is found to be false, their candidature will be liable to be rejected.
How to Apply
- Each eligible Candidate has to fill out only one application for one particular post (irrespective of place of posting).
- Candidates should attach the relevant documents in the following order: a. The certificates and/or mark sheets of educational qualifications, including SSC, Intermediate, Diploma, UG Degree, PG Degree, and PhD, along with the consolidated mark sheet of the minimum educational qualification prescribed for the post applied. b. Birth Certificate (issued by competent Authorities under law) or High School certificate clearly indicating date of Birth. c. Valid Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen etc.), if applicable. OBC-NCL and EWS certificates issued on or after 01.02.2025 will be considered valid. d. NOC from current employer, if applicable. In case of anticipated delay in getting NOC, candidates may submita scanned copy of the undertaking stating: “I, (Name of the candidate, Age, residence) am working in (Name of the organization) as (post name) from (date of Joining the current organization). I, hereby state that I will produce the NOC from the current employer at the time of test/interview/verification as and when required. In case fail to produce NOC, I will not claim any right to appear in the test/interview and any other process”. The undertaking is to be signed by the candidate with the date. e. Certificates of experience in chronological order and should be in proper format i.e. it should be on the organization’s letterhead bearing the date of issue, name, designation, specific period of work, nature of duties, and signature of the Administrative Authority/Owner of the organization along with his/her seal, which makes the candidate eligible for applying for the said post. f. Salary certificates for all the experiences of the candidate should be submitted. In the salary certificate, the breakup of gross salary should be indicated clearly viz Pay, DA, HRA, and any other allowances. Salary certificates obtained from private companies/parties with consolidated amount will not be considered. These Certificates should contain a breakup of the salary so as to enable us to compare with the scales of pay of the Government indicated against each post wherever required. g. Certificate of proficiency should be submitted, wherever required, with respect to desirable qualifications.
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C MET Recruitment 2026 FAQ
Q1. What is the last date to apply for C-MET Various Posts Recruitment 2026?
The last date for receipt of application is 28 February 2026 up to 17:00 hrs, with an extension to 15 March 2026 for Andaman candidates.
Q2. What are the age limits for C-MET Various Posts Recruitment 2026?
Age limits vary by post, from 30 years for Scientific Assistant-IV to 56 years for deputation positions, with relaxations for reserved categories as per government rules.
Q3. What is the application fee for C-MET Various Posts Recruitment 2026?
The fee is Rs. 800 for General/OBC/EWS and Rs. 400 for SC/ST/PwBD/Women; no fee for deputation posts, payable via bank transfer to specified account.
Q4. What is the selection process for C-MET Various Posts Recruitment 2026?
For Scientist and similar posts, it involves test/interview or both; for Scientific Assistant-IV, it includes written test and skill/trade test.
Q5. What qualifications are required for C-MET Various Posts Recruitment 2026?
Qualifications range from B.E/B.Tech/M.Sc. with experience to Ph.D., varying by post in fields like Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, and related areas.