Introduction
The Central Manufacturing Technology Institute (CMTI) in Bengaluru has issued Advertisement No. 05/2026 for the recruitment of 71 candidates on a contract basis through a walk‑in interview. The posts span a wide range of technical and non‑technical disciplines such as Mechanical, Electrical/Electronics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Marketing, Civil, and various ITI trades.
Highlights
| Organisation |
Central Manufacturing Technology Institute (CMTI) |
| Post Name |
Various (Senior Project Associate, Project Associate‑I/II, Project Assistant‑I/II, Data Entry Operator cum Assistant) |
| Total Vacancies |
71 |
| Application Mode |
Walk‑in registration (offline) |
| Start Date |
09:00 hrs on each interview day (see Important Dates) |
| Last Date |
31‑07‑2026 |
| Official Website |
Not specified in the notification |
Post & Organization Details
| Organisation |
Central Manufacturing Technology Institute (CMTI) |
| Advertisement No. |
05/2026 |
| Recruitment Type |
Contract basis, through Walk‑in Interview |
| Location |
Tumkur Road, Bengaluru – 560022 |
| Category |
Central Government R&D Organisation |
Vacancy Details
| Post |
Discipline/Field |
Total Posts |
| Senior Project Associate |
Physics/Optics/Mechanical (Optical Design) |
1 |
| Project Associate‑I/II |
Mechanical Engineering |
16 |
| Project Associate‑I/II |
Electrical/Electronics |
10 |
| Project Associate‑I |
Chemistry |
1 |
| Project Associate‑I/II |
Computer Science/Information Science |
2 |
| Project Associate‑I/II |
Marketing (BE/BTech + MBA) |
1 |
| Project Assistant‑II |
Electrical/Electronics/Instrumentation (Diploma) |
4 |
| Project Assistant‑II |
Mechanical Engineering (Diploma) |
13 |
| Project Assistant‑II |
Civil Engineering (Diploma) |
1 |
| Project Assistant‑I |
ITI (Fitter/Machinist/Turner Grinder/Electrician) |
14 |
| Data Entry Operator cum Assistant (DEO) |
Hindi/General/Finance |
8 |
| Total |
|
71 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Post |
Essential Qualification |
| Senior Project Associate |
First Class Master’s or Integrated Master’s in Physics/Optics or equivalent with 4 years experience, OR B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering with 4 years experience |
| Project Associate‑I/II (Mechanical) |
First Class B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering/Production/Industrial Engineering and allied branches |
| Project Associate‑I/II (Electrical/Electronics) |
First Class B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech in Electrical/Electronics/E&C/Instrumentation/Mechatronics/VLSI/Embedded Systems or First Class M.Sc Electronics |
| Project Associate‑I (Chemistry) |
First Class M.Sc/MS in Chemistry or allied branches |
| Project Associate‑I/II (Computer Science/IS) |
First Class B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech in Computer Science/Information Science or MCA |
| Project Associate‑I/II (Marketing) |
First Class B.E./B.Tech in any Engineering with MBA in Business/Marketing |
| Project Assistant‑II (Electrical/Instrumentation) |
First Class Diploma in Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE)/Instrumentation and allied streams |
| Project Assistant‑II (Mechanical) |
First Class Diploma in Mechanical Engineering and allied engineering |
| Project Assistant‑II (Civil) |
First Class Diploma in Civil Engineering |
| Project Assistant‑I (ITI) |
First Class ITI in Fitter/Machinist/Turner Grinder Trade, OR First Class ITI in Fitter/Electrician/Electrician Mechanic |
| DEO cum Assistant (Hindi) |
First Class BA Hindi (Major) with Hindi as 1st language up to Class 10, OR MA (Hindi) with Hindi medium up to Class 10, plus Hindi typing & basic computer knowledge |
| DEO cum Assistant (General) |
First Class in any graduation other than engineering, with experience in MS Word, Excel, Tally, etc. |
| DEO cum Assistant (Finance) |
First Class B.Com/M.Com/MBA in Finance with minimum 2 years proven data‑entry experience in an accounts department |
Age Limit
| Post |
Maximum Age (as on 31‑07‑2026) |
| Senior Project Associate |
40 years |
| Project Associate‑I/II (all disciplines) |
35 years |
| Project Assistant‑II (all disciplines) |
30 years |
| Data Entry Operator cum Assistant |
30 years |
| Project Assistant‑I |
25 years |
Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India norms for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD candidates (exact relaxation years not specified).
Pay Scale & Salary
| Post |
Stipend (per month) + HRA |
| Senior Project Associate |
₹42,000 + HRA (30% of stipend) |
| 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 (General/Hindi) |
₹20,000 + HRA |
| Data Entry Operator cum Assistant (Finance) |
₹22,000 + HRA |
HRA is paid at **30 %** of the basic stipend. No other benefits are admissible.
Application Fee
Application fee is **not specified** in the notification. The recruitment is conducted through walk‑in registration, and no online payment is required.
Important Dates
| Post |
Date of Interview |
| Senior Project Associate |
03‑08‑2026 (Monday) |
| Project Associate‑I/II (Chemistry) |
03‑08‑2026 (Monday) |
| Project Associate‑I/II (Mechanical Engineering) |
05‑08‑2026 (Wednesday) |
| Project Associate‑I/II (Marketing – BE/BTech with MBA) |
07‑08‑2026 (Friday) |
| Project Assistant‑II (Civil Engineering) |
07‑08‑2026 (Friday) |
| Project Assistant‑II (Electrical/Instrumentation) |
11‑08‑2026 (Tuesday) |
| Project Assistant‑I (ITI trades) |
13‑08‑2026 (Thursday) |
| Data Entry Operator cum Assistant (DEO) |
14‑08‑2026 (Friday) |
| Project Assistant‑II (Mechanical Engineering) |
17‑08‑2026 (Monday) |
| Project Associate‑I/II (Computer Science/Information Science) |
19‑08‑2026 (Wednesday) |
| Project Associate‑I/II (Electrical/Electronics) |
27‑08‑2026 (Thursday) |
Selection Process
- Registration for the specific post is accepted only on its designated interview date between 09:00 hrs and 09:30 hrs at CMTI, Tumkur Road, Bengaluru.
- Walk‑in interview conducted by the institute.
- Final selection is based on interview performance and verification of documents.
How to Apply
- Visit the CMTI campus at Tumkur Road, Bengaluru on the interview date of the post you wish to apply for.
- Report between 09:00 hrs and 09:30 hrs for registration.
- Fill the prescribed application form (available at the venue) and submit it along with a valid email ID.
- Carry original certificates, mark sheets, experience letters, and one photocopy of each for verification.
- If applicable, bring a photocopy of the caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) or PwD certificate.
- Wait for the interview call on the same day; if shortlisted, appear for the interview as per the schedule.
Important Links
FAQs
- What is the last date to apply?
The cut‑off date for all purposes, including age, is 31‑07‑2026.
- Is there any application fee?
No application fee is mentioned; the recruitment is conducted through walk‑in registration.
- How is the stipend paid?
Stipends are paid monthly along with a 30 % House Rent Allowance (HRA).
- What documents must I carry to the interview?
Original certificates and mark sheets, one photocopy of each, a valid email ID, and, if applicable, caste or PwD certificates.
- Can I apply online?
No. Registration is done offline at the CMTI campus on the designated interview date.
