- PSSCIVE, under NCERT (Ministry of Education, Government of India), is hiring for 11 contractual project staff positions with engagement up to 31 March 2027 or as per project terms.
- No online application process—candidates must attend a walk-in interview on 30 September 2026 or 1 October 2026 at Shyamla Hills, Bhopal.
- Positions include Assistant Professor (4 disciplines), Senior Research Associate (3 projects), Junior Project Fellow, Lab Assistant (2 labs), Assistant Editor, and D.T.P. Operator.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the walk-in interview or joining the post.
- Candidates must bring filled application forms, passport-size photographs, original documents, and self-attested photocopies of certificates/marksheets.
- Relieving certificates are mandatory for candidates already employed.
- Relevant published/creative work (e.g., research papers, articles, design work) may be required for certain posts.
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🎓 Diploma
🎓 Bachelor's Degree
🎓 Master's Degree
🎓 Post Graduate Diploma
PSSCIVE Recruitment 2026 – Various Project Staff Positions
PSS Central Institute of Vocational Education (PSSCIVE)
Total Vacancies
12
Job Location
Shyamla Hills, Bhopal - 462 002
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | PSS Central Institute of Vocational Education (PSSCIVE) (PSSCIVE) |
| Job Category | Teaching |
| Eligibility Qualification | Diploma (diploma), Bachelor's Degree (bachelors-degree), Master's Degree (masters-degree), Post Graduate Diploma (post-graduate-diploma) |
| Number of Vacancies | 12 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹31,000 - ₹56,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 45 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - **Senior Research Associate (3 projects):** 2 years’ relevant experience (varies by project). - **Junior Project Fellow:** No explicit experience requirement (qualification-based). - **Lab Assistant:** No explicit experience requirement (qualification-based). - **Assistant Editor – English:** 5 years’ relevant experience. - **D.T.P. Operator:** 3 years’ DTP experience. |
| Application Fee | No application fee mentioned in the notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Assistant Professor (4 disciplines) require a Master’s degree (55% marks) + NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. (as per UGC 2009/2016 regulations) or a Ph.D. from a top-500 foreign university.
- Senior Research Associate (3 projects) require a Post-graduation (55% marks) + 2 years’ relevant experience (varies by project: Hospitality, Education, or CS/IT).
- Junior Project Fellow requires a Post-graduation (55% marks, 50% for SC/ST/PH) in Electronics/Mechatronics/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.
- Lab Assistant (2 labs) requires a Bachelor’s degree (55% marks) in Environmental Science/Chemistry/Life Sciences/Biotechnology (Environmental Lab) or Mechanical/Automobile Engineering (Automobile/Mechanical Lab).
- Assistant Editor – English requires a Bachelor’s degree + PG Diploma in Book Publishing/Mass Communication/Journalism (with editing) + 5 years’ relevant experience.
- D.T.P. Operator requires Graduation + 1-year Diploma/Certificate in DTP (or Senior Secondary + 1-year Diploma) + 3 years’ DTP experience.
- Desirable qualifications include relevant work experience, English/Hindi proficiency, or specific software/lab skills (check official notification for details).
- Senior Research Associate (3 projects) require a Post-graduation (55% marks) + 2 years’ relevant experience (varies by project: Hospitality, Education, or CS/IT).
- Junior Project Fellow requires a Post-graduation (55% marks, 50% for SC/ST/PH) in Electronics/Mechatronics/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.
- Lab Assistant (2 labs) requires a Bachelor’s degree (55% marks) in Environmental Science/Chemistry/Life Sciences/Biotechnology (Environmental Lab) or Mechanical/Automobile Engineering (Automobile/Mechanical Lab).
- Assistant Editor – English requires a Bachelor’s degree + PG Diploma in Book Publishing/Mass Communication/Journalism (with editing) + 5 years’ relevant experience.
- D.T.P. Operator requires Graduation + 1-year Diploma/Certificate in DTP (or Senior Secondary + 1-year Diploma) + 3 years’ DTP experience.
- Desirable qualifications include relevant work experience, English/Hindi proficiency, or specific software/lab skills (check official notification for details).
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection is based on a walk-in interview only.
- For Ph.D. candidates via foreign universities, an Academic Score table (Appendix II) is used only for short-listing—final selection is based on interview performance.
- D.T.P. Operator candidates must also undergo a Skill Test (10:00 AM–1:00 PM) before the interview (4:00 PM–5:00 PM) on 01 October 2026.
- The institute reserves the right to fill, partially fill, or not fill any advertised post based on candidate performance.
- For Ph.D. candidates via foreign universities, an Academic Score table (Appendix II) is used only for short-listing—final selection is based on interview performance.
- D.T.P. Operator candidates must also undergo a Skill Test (10:00 AM–1:00 PM) before the interview (4:00 PM–5:00 PM) on 01 October 2026.
- The institute reserves the right to fill, partially fill, or not fill any advertised post based on candidate performance.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
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📂 Required Documents
- Filled application form with a passport-size photograph affixed.
- Original documents (certificates, marksheets, degree/diploma, experience certificates, etc.).
- Self-attested photocopies of all original documents.
- Relieving Certificate (if currently employed).
- Relevant published/creative work (e.g., research papers, articles, design/media work) for applicable posts.
- Original documents (certificates, marksheets, degree/diploma, experience certificates, etc.).
- Self-attested photocopies of all original documents.
- Relieving Certificate (if currently employed).
- Relevant published/creative work (e.g., research papers, articles, design/media work) for applicable posts.
💳 Application Fee Details
No application fee mentioned in the notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for PSSCIVE Recruitment 2026?
There are 11 vacancies advertised for various project staff positions under PSSCIVE Recruitment 2026. Note: The Junior Project Fellow post may have 2 vacancies as per Annexure-I, but the main table lists 1—verify the official notification.
Q.
What is the last date to attend the walk-in interview for PSSCIVE Recruitment 2026?
The walk-in interview dates are 30 September 2026 (for Sr. No. 1–6) and 01 October 2026 (for Sr. No. 7–12). There is no separate application deadline—candidates must report on their allotted date.
Q.
What is the age limit for the D.T.P. Operator post in PSSCIVE Recruitment 2026?
The maximum age limit for the D.T.P. Operator post is 45 years (or 65 years for retired government employees). The cut-off date for age calculation is 15 September 2026.
Q.
Do I need to pay an application fee for PSSCIVE Recruitment 2026?
No, the notification does not mention any application fee for PSSCIVE Recruitment 2026. Candidates must only bring the required documents and filled application form for the walk-in interview.
Q.
What documents must I bring for the walk-in interview?
You must bring a filled application form with a passport-size photograph, original documents (certificates, marksheets, degree/diploma, experience certificates), self-attested photocopies, and a relieving certificate if currently employed. For certain posts, relevant published/creative work may also be required.