NCESS Multi-Post Recruitment 2026

About This Job

NCESS has released notification for 25 contract posts across 8 different positions including Hindi Translator, Project Associate, Technical Assistant, and more. Candidates with qualifications ranging from 10th pass to Post Graduation can apply online. Last date to apply is 10 April 2026. Salary ranges from Rs 15,000 to Rs 28,000 per month plus HRA.

NCESS Project Personnel Recruitment 2026 - 25 Posts

National Centre for Earth Science Studies (NCESS), an autonomous research centre under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India, located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, has invited applications for 25 contract positions across 8 post codes. These roles cover administrative, technical, and support functions at the institute. The biggest opportunity is for Scientific Administrative Assistants with 11 vacancies — graduates from any discipline can apply for this post. The contract is initially for one year.

Vacancy Details

Who Can Apply?

Post 01 - Hindi Translator:

• Essential: Master's Degree in Hindi along with a recognized Diploma or Certificate course in translation from Hindi to English and vice versa
• Desirable: Two years' experience in translation and official language policy implementation in a Central Government establishment

Post 02 - Project Associate II:

• Essential (Option A): CA/CMA (Inter) or M.Com or MBA (Finance) with 2 years' experience in Finance and Accounts (preferably in a Government organization)
• Essential (Option B): Post Graduation in any discipline or MBA with 2 years' experience in administrative work (preferably in a Government organization)
• Desirable: PG Diploma in Public Relations

Post 03 - Project Associate I:

• Essential (Option A): Post Graduation in Commerce with 1 year experience in Finance and Accounts (preferably in a Government organization)
• Essential (Option B): Post Graduation in any discipline with 1 year experience in administrative work (preferably in a Government organization)
• Desirable: Degree, Diploma, or Certificate Course in Computer, basic operational knowledge in computers

Post 04 - Technical Assistant:

• Essential: B.Sc from a recognized University, OR Graduate degree in Computer Science, OR Three-year Diploma in Computer Science
• Desirable: Working knowledge with Go Lang, Vue.js, PostgreSQL and full-stack web application development in PHP. Three years of work experience in NIC eOffice Application. Experience in R&D institutions

Post 05 - Field Assistant (Electrical):

• Essential: 3-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering
• Desirable: 2 years' experience in electrical-related works in any State Government, PSU, or Central Government institution. Good communication skills in English or Hindi

Post 06 - Scientific Administrative Assistant:

• Essential: Graduate degree in any discipline
• Desirable: 2 years' experience in Government or Private Organizations in administrative work. Degree, Diploma, or Certificate Course in Computer with basic operational knowledge

Post 07 - Plumber:

• Essential: ITI (Plumbing)
• Desirable: 2 years' experience in plumbing works

Post 08 - Multi-Tasking Staff:

• Essential: Matriculation (10th pass) or equivalent

Age Limit

• Posts 01, 02, and 03: Maximum 35 years as on the closing date of application (10 April 2026)
• Posts 04, 05, 06, and 07: Maximum 50 years as on the closing date of application
• Post 08 (MTS): Maximum 25 years as on the closing date of application
• Age Relaxation: SC/ST/OBC candidates get age relaxation as per Government of India rules. Relaxation also available for PwBD, ex-servicemen, government employees, and Kashmiri migrants as per DoPT O.M. No. 15012/2/2010-Estt.(D) dated 27.03.2012

Salary

• Hindi Translator and Project Associate II (Posts 01 & 02): Rs 28,000 per month plus HRA as applicable
• Project Associate I (Post 03): Rs 25,000 per month plus HRA as applicable
• Technical Assistant and Field Assistant (Posts 04 & 05): Rs 20,000 per month plus HRA as applicable
• Scientific Administrative Assistant and Plumber (Posts 06 & 07): Rs 18,000 per month plus HRA as applicable
• Multi-Tasking Staff (Post 08): Rs 15,000 per month (consolidated, no separate HRA)

Selection Process

The selection process varies by post:

1. Interview: Posts 01 (Hindi Translator) and 02 (Project Associate II) will be selected through a direct interview
2. Written Test / Skill Test: Posts 03 to 08 (Project Associate I, Technical Assistant, Field Assistant, Scientific Administrative Assistant, Plumber, and Multi-Tasking Staff) will go through a written test and/or skill test

Note: NCESS may shortlist candidates based on qualifications and academic performance if too many applications are received. Shortlisted candidates for the written test or interview will be notified on the NCESS website and by email.

How to Apply

1. Go to the NCESS recruitment portal at vacancy.ncess.gov.in
2. Click on "New User" to register your account if you are a first-time applicant
3. Log in with your email and password after activation
4. Fill in the online application form with your personal, educational, and experience details
5. Upload your passport-size photograph in JPG format (less than 100 KB, 150W x 200H pixels)
6. Upload your signature in JPG format (less than 100 KB, 150W x 100H pixels)
7. Upload all certificates (mark sheets, degree, experience, caste certificate, etc.) in PDF format, each less than 300 KB
8. If your certificates are in a language other than English, upload attested English translations
9. Submit the application and save the registration number for future reference

For technical issues with the application form, email vacancies.ncess@gmail.com. Note that the form cannot be edited after final submission.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 12 March 2026
• Online Application Start: 12 March 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 10 April 2026 (5:00 PM)
• Written Test / Interview Date: To be announced

• Handle administrative, financial, and technical support tasks at the research centre
• Assist scientists and senior staff with project-related documentation and coordination
• Manage office records, correspondence, and file processing using eOffice systems
• Prepare reports, translate documents between Hindi and English, and maintain bilingual records
• Operate and maintain electrical equipment including DG sets and transformers
• Monitor and maintain plumbing systems, water supply lines, and campus infrastructure
• Support web application development, IT systems, and database management tasks