Senior Project Associate, Project Associate-I/II, Project Assistant-I/II, and Data Entry Operator cum Assistant
The Central Manufacturing Technology Institute (CMTI), Bengaluru, an R&D Organisation under the Government of India, has released Advertisement No. 05/2026 for recruitment to 71 posts on a contract basis through Walk-in-Interview. Positions include Senior Project Associate, Project Associate-I/II, Project Assistant-I/II, and Data Entry Operator cum Assistant across various engineering, science, and ITI disciplines.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | CMTI, Bengaluru |
| Post Names | Senior Project Associate, Project Associate-I/II, Project Assistant-I/II, Data Entry Operator cum Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 71 |
| Application Mode | Walk-in Interview (Registration at venue) |
| Interview Dates | 03 August 2026 to 27 August 2026 |
| Job Type | Contractual (Temporary) |
| Official Website | cmti.res.in |
Post-wise Vacancy Summary
| Post | Discipline/Field | Vacancies | Interview Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Project Associate | Physics/Optics/Mechanical (Optical Design) | 01 | 03.08.2026 |
| Project Associate-I/II | Mechanical Engineering | 16 | 05.08.2026 |
| Project Associate-I/II | Electrical/Electronics | 10 | 27.08.2026 |
| Project Associate-I | Chemistry | 01 | 03.08.2026 |
| Project Associate-I/II | Computer Science/Information Science | 02 | 19.08.2026 |
| Project Associate-I/II | Marketing (BE/BTech + MBA) | 01 | 07.08.2026 |
| Project Assistant-II | Electrical/Electronics/Instrumentation (Diploma) | 04 | 11.08.2026 |
| Project Assistant-II | Mechanical Engineering (Diploma) | 13 | 17.08.2026 |
| Project Assistant-II | Civil Engineering (Diploma) | 01 | 07.08.2026 |
| Project Assistant-I | ITI (Fitter/Machinist/Turner Grinder/Electrician) | 14 | 13.08.2026 |
| Data Entry Operator cum Assistant | Hindi/General/Finance | 08 | 14.08.2026 |
| Total | 71 |
Karnataka,
560022,
IN
Employment Type:CONTRACT
Number of Vacancies:71
Educational Qualification (General Requirement):
- Senior Project Associate: First Class Master's/Integrated Master's in Physics/Optics with 4 years' experience OR B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering with 4 years' experience.
- Project Associate-I/II: First Class B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech in relevant engineering discipline OR M.Sc (for Chemistry). MCA for CS/IS.
- Project Assistant-II: First Class Diploma in relevant engineering discipline (Mechanical/Electrical/Instrumentation/Civil).
- Project Assistant-I: First Class ITI in Fitter/Machinist/Turner Grinder/Electrician trade.
- Data Entry Operator cum Assistant: First Class Graduation (BA/B.Com/M.Com/MBA/M.A.) with specific requirements for Hindi/General/Finance streams.
- All Posts: "First Class" is defined as an aggregate of 60% marks across all semesters.
Experience:Varies by post. Essential experience requirements (e.g., 4 years for Senior Project Associate) and desirable experience are specified in the detailed notification.
Age Limit (as on 31.07.2026):
- Senior Project Associate: 40 years
- Project Associate-I/II: 35 years
- Project Assistant-II: 30 years
- Project Assistant-I: 25 years
- Data Entry Operator cum Assistant: 30 years
- Age relaxation is admissible as per Government of India norms.
Salary (Stipend per month + HRA @ 30%):
- Senior Project Associate: ₹42,000 + HRA
- Project Associate-I: ₹25,000 + HRA (₹31,000 + HRA if NET/GATE qualified)
- Project Associate-II: ₹28,000 + HRA (₹35,000 + HRA if NET/GATE qualified)
- Project Assistant-II: ₹20,000 + HRA
- Project Assistant-I: ₹18,000 + HRA
- Data Entry Operator cum Assistant: ₹20,000 + HRA or ₹22,000 + HRA (for experienced Finance post)
HRA is paid at 30% of the stipend.
Selection Procedure: Walk-in Interview. Registration is held at the venue between 09:00 hrs and 09:30 hrs on the respective interview date.
Application Fee: No application fee is mentioned.
How to Attend the Walk-in Interview
Candidates must attend the walk-in interview in person. There is no online application process. The cut-off date for all eligibility (age, qualification, experience) is 31.07.2026.
- Download Application Form: Obtain the prescribed application format from the official CMTI notification.
- Fill the Form: Duly fill the application form with accurate details.
- Register at Venue: Report to CMTI, Tumkur Road, Bengaluru – 560022 on the specific interview date for your post.
- Registration Time: Register between 09:00 hrs and 09:30 hrs only. Latecomers will not be allowed.
- Bring Documents: Carry the filled application along with all original certificates (educational, experience, caste, etc.) and one set of self-attested photocopies for verification.
Note: One application is permitted for one post. No TA/DA will be paid.
Important Dates
Cut-off Date for Eligibility: 31 July 2026
Interview Dates: 03 August 2026 to 27 August 2026 (specific dates for each post are given in the vacancy table above)
Registration Time: 09:00 hrs to 09:30 hrs on the respective interview date
Official Notification (PDF):
Download Official Notification (PDF)
Official Website:
https://cmti.res.in
Key Terms & Conditions
- Contractual & Temporary: All posts are on a temporary, tenure-based contract. There is no obligation for regularization.
- Shortlisting: CMTI reserves the right to adopt its own shortlisting criteria and is not obliged to interview all candidates who meet the minimum requirements.
- Document Verification: Original certificates must be produced at the time of interview. Failure to do so will lead to disqualification.
- No TA/DA: No travel or dearness allowance is admissible for attending the interview.
- Canvassing: Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification.
- Leave: One day leave per completed month is eligible. Leave encashment is not permitted.
- Amendments: Any amendments will be notified only on the CMTI website.
- Contact: For clarification, contact 080 – 22188313 / 080 - 22188204.
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Closing: Aug 01, 2026About Central Manufacturing Technology Institute (CMTI)
CMTI is an R & D organization focusing its efforts mainly on harnessing know-how in the manufacturing technology sector to practical purposes and assisting technological growth in the country. CMTI has the role of being a Catalyst and a Key Player in manufacturing technology growth in the country.
The establishment of Central Machine Tool Institute at Bengaluru in the 1960's by the Government of India was a major event in the history of the Indian Machine Tool Industry. The Institute changed its name to Central Manufacturing Technology Institute (CMTI) in 1992 in tune with its current role in the manufacturing scenario in which the machine tool has become just a part of the entire gamut of concerns in the productive endeavors of the manufacturing industries.
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