Recruitment Overview
The Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) has released an official recruitment notification (No tification No. Ad.G2/PS&RT/DW/2015, dated 15.10.2026) inviting online applications from qualified candidates for the post of Technician Grade II (on Contract) in the Department of Polymer Science & Rubber Technology.
- Organization Name: Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT)
- Department: Department of Polymer Science & Rubber Technology
- Notification Number: Ad.G2/PS&RT/DW/2015
- Date of Notification: 15 October 2026
- Post Name: Technician Grade II (on Contract)
- Total Vacancies: 01 Post
- Job Location: Kochi, Kerala
- Nature of Engagement: Contract basis (Engaged from July to April with breaks during vacation months of May-June; initial period of one year, extendable up to two years)
- Consolidated Remuneration: ₹25,980/- per month
- Application Mode: Online submission followed by postal/offline dispatch of signed hard copy
- Last Date for Online Submission: 16 November 2026
- Last Date for Receipt of Hard Copies: 23 November 2026
- Official Website / Portal: recruit.cusat.ac.in
Vacancy Details & Remuneration
| Post Name | Department | Number of Vacancies | Consolidated Monthly Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technician Grade II | Department of Polymer Science & Rubber Technology | 01 | ₹25,980/- |
Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications
Educational & Experience Qualifications
- Essential Qualification: ITI Certificate in Electrical / Electronics.
- Experience: Two years of experience in Engineering Colleges or Universities.
Age Limit (As on 01.01.2026)
- Age Range: 18 to 40 Years.
- Age Relaxations: Usual age relaxations are applicable for Backward Communities and SC/ST candidates as per university/government rules.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting: The university reserves the right to shortlist candidates based on the marks obtained in the qualifying degree/certificate.
- Governing Rules: Appointment, service conditions, emoluments, and other benefits are governed by the provisions of KSR, KS&SSR, University Acts/Statutes/Ordinances, and Syndicate Decisions of CUSAT.
Application Fee Details
- General and OBC Candidates: ₹950/-
- SC / ST Candidates: ₹195/-
- Mode of Remittance: Online payment through Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card (Cheques and Demand Drafts are not accepted).
How to Apply
Thozhil Vaarthakal Pro-Tip: Complete both stages of the process: first, register and submit your application online through the CUSAT recruitment portal before November 16; second, print out the signed hard copy with copies of all supporting documents and mail it to the university registrar so it arrives before November 23.
- Step 1 (Online Registration): Visit the official CUSAT recruitment portal at recruit.cusat.ac.in and complete your online application on or before 16 November 2026. Pay the requisite application fee online.
- Step 2 (Postal Dispatch): Take a signed printout of the submitted online application form, and enclose self-attested photocopies of documents in proof of age, educational qualifications, ITI certificate, experience certificates, community, and fee receipt.
- Mail or deliver the physical application packet to the following address on or before 23 November 2026:
The Registrar,
Administrative Office,
Cochin University of Science and Technology,
Kochi – 682022, Kerala
- Mandatory Envelope Superscription: The outer envelope must be clearly superscribed as “Application for the post of Technician Grade II, Department of Polymer Science & Rubber Technology on contract basis”.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 15 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Submission | 16 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Signed Hard Copy | 23 November 2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Age Calculation | 01 January 2026 |
Official Links & Portals
| Details | Information / Link |
|---|---|
| Online Notification | https://recruit.cusat.ac.in/files/NOTIFICATION_489.pdf |
| Official University Website | Cochin University of Science and Technology Portal |
Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to thoroughly verify all eligibility criteria, educational requirements, age limits, and general conditions against the official Cochin University of Science and Technology notification before applying.