MGU Technical Assistant/Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 - Notification, Eligibility, Salary

Mahatma Gandhi University kottayam Last Date: 4th March, 2026
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MGU Technical Assistant/Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 - Notification, Eligibility, Salary

MGU Technical Assistant/Project Assistant Recruitment 2026: Overview

Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU) has officially released a notification for the recruitment of 1 Technical Assistant/Project Assistant post. This recruitment drive offers a great opportunity for candidates looking for education jobs, specifically in research-oriented roles. The position is for a contract-based duration of one year.

Recruitment Type: This is a Direct Recruitment process based on an Interview. No written competitive examination is required.

Key Highlights Table

Parameter Details
Organization Name Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU)
Post Name Technical Assistant/Project Assistant
Total Vacancies 1
Application Mode Email
Last Date to Apply 04 March 2026
Official Website https://www.mgu.ac.in/

Vacancy Details

Post Name Pay Scale/Salary Age Limit
Technical Assistant/ Project Assistant ₹17,000/- per month (Consolidated pay) Maximum 35 Years

Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)

Educational Qualification

  • Primary Requirement: M.Sc in Physics/Photonics/Instrumentation/Materials Science OR M.Tech in Nano science and Nano-technology/Materials Science.
  • Skills Required: Aptitude for Laser-based research and good communication skills.
  • Preference: Candidates with UGC JRF/NET or GATE qualifications will be preferred.

Age Limit & Relaxation

  • Maximum Age: 35 Years.
  • Cut-off Date: Age is calculated as of 01.01.2026.
  • Experience: This is a contract-based position for a period of one year.

Selection Process

As this is not an exam-based recruitment, the selection will be conducted directly as follows:

  1. Shortlisting: Based on the application and qualifications (GATE/NET preference).
  2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
  3. Final Selection: Based on interview performance and academic merit.

Application Fee

According to the official notification, no application fee is required for this recruitment.

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

Interested candidates must apply via email. Follow these steps:

  1. Prepare Application: Draft your complete bio-data including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
  2. Attach Documents: Attach self-attested copies of educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and recent passport-size photographs.
  3. Subject Line: Clearly mention the post applied for (e.g., "Application for Technical Assistant") in the subject line of the email.
  4. Send Email: Send the complete application to the official email address provided in the notification.
  5. Deadline: Ensure the email is sent on or before 04 March 2026.
  6. Reference: Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.

Important Dates

Event Date
Notification Release 23 February 2026
Application Deadline 04 March 2026

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About Mahatma Gandhi University

Mahatma Gandhi University stands as one of the premier educational institutions and a major university in Kerala, dedicated to fulfilling the higher educational needs of the people from Central Kerala. Established on 2nd October 1983, this esteemed university is set on the sprawling 110-acre Priyadarsini Hills Campus at Athirampuzha, located just 12 km from Kottayam. The institution also extends its academic reach through two satellite campuses in Kottayam, serving a wide jurisdiction covering the revenue districts of Kottayam, Ernakulam, Idukki, and parts of Pathanamthitta and Alappuzha. For candidates seeking government jobs and public sector careers in the education sector, Mahatma Gandhi University represents a vital hub of academic excellence. It boasts a robust infrastructure comprising 23 University Departments, 2 International and Inter-University Centres, 7 Inter University Centres, and 10 Inter School Centres. The university oversees a vast network of 77 Govt./Aided Affiliated Colleges, 10 Autonomous Colleges (including 8 Colleges with a Potential for Excellence), and 200 Unaided Affiliated Colleges, alongside 199 Recognized Research Centres. It imparts comprehensive education across interdisciplinary and conventional disciplines of Science, Social Science, and Humanities, as well as professional streams like Engineering, Technology, Legal Studies, Pedagogy, Pharmacy, and Nursing. Aspirants looking for the latest sarkari naukri and Mahatma Gandhi University recruitment updates will find it to be a significant source of employment opportunities contributing to national development.


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Kottayam, Kerala - 686560
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