PSSCIVE Contractual Project Staff Walk-in Interview 2026

About PSSCIVE Contractual Project Staff Recruitment 2026

The PSS Central Institute of Vocational Education (PSSCIVE), a constituent unit of the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) operating under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, has officially released Advt. No. 04/2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 11 posts of Contractual Project Staff through direct walk-in interviews scheduled at its campus located in Shyamla Hills, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Candidates seeking to build an academic or research career can also check more Graduate jobs in Madhya Pradesh as part of their employment search.

This notification offers multiple designations ranging from faculty and research positions to editorial and laboratory roles. Professionals and subject matter experts looking for similar opportunities can look through other openings or review the OUAT Guest Faculty Recruitment 2026 for 5 Posts recruitment details for parallel academic engagements. Applicants are advised to review all criteria before planning their travel to the interview venue in Bhopal.

Detailed Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications

Eligibility requirements for the 11 posts vary significantly depending on the specific designation under Advt. No. 04/2026. All educational degrees must be earned from recognized universities or institutions with the required percentage thresholds.

• Assistant Professor: Requires a Master's degree in the relevant subject with at least 55% marks, along with NET/SLET/SET qualification or a Ph.D. degree awarded in accordance with UGC norms.
• Senior Research Associate: Requires a postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum of 55% marks, plus at least 2 years' of relevant work experience.
• Junior Project Fellow: Requires a postgraduate degree in the relevant engineering or academic discipline with a minimum of 55% marks.
• Lab Assistant: Requires a Bachelor's degree in the relevant science or engineering discipline.
• Assistant Editor: Requires a Bachelor's degree accompanied by a Postgraduate Diploma in Book Publishing, Mass Communication, or Journalism, along with 5 years of relevant professional experience.
• D.T.P. Operator: Requires Graduation alongside a 1-year Desktop Publishing (DTP) diploma or certificate, or Senior Secondary (Class 12) with a 1-year DTP diploma, plus 3 years of hands-on DTP experience.

Candidates can also browse and explore all latest Madhya Pradesh Government Jobs to discover more regional educational and administrative vacancies that match their specific qualification tiers.

Age Limits and Category Relaxations

Age restrictions are structured according to the nature of each post, with the cut-off date established as 15 September 2026. Assistant Professor positions do not specify an upper age limit. For Senior Research Associate, Junior Project Fellow, Lab Assistant, Assistant Editor, and D.T.P. Operator roles, maximum age caps are set at 45 years, 40 years, 45 years, 45 years, and 45 years respectively.

Relaxation in upper age limits for reserved categories follows standard Government of India guidelines. Furthermore, retired government employees are eligible to apply up to the age of 65 years for specific posts such as Lab Assistant, Assistant Editor, and D.T.P. Operator where applicable.

Consolidated Remuneration & Pay Structure

Selected candidates will receive fixed monthly consolidated remuneration depending on their designated post and academic qualifications. The salary structure is outlined as follows:

• Assistant Professor: Rs. 45,000 per month.
• Senior Research Associate: Rs. 42,000 per month for NET/Ph.D. qualified candidates, or Rs. 40,000 per month for Non-NET candidates.
• Junior Project Fellow: Rs. 37,000 per month for NET/Ph.D. qualified candidates, or Rs. 35,000 per month for Non-NET candidates.
• Lab Assistant: Rs. 31,000 per month.
• Assistant Editor: Rs. 56,000 per month.
• D.T.P. Operator: Rs. 35,000 per month.

Selection Methodology & Walk-in Process

Selection for these contractual project positions is conducted primarily through a direct walk-in interview process with no written competitive examination required. For candidates applying for the D.T.P. Operator position, a mandatory skill test is held prior to the interview stage to evaluate technical proficiency.

Candidates who have applied under the foreign-university Ph.D. route will be assessed using a specific academic score table exclusively for shortlisting purposes before facing the interview panel.

Application Fee Details

There is no application fee required for any category of applicants under this recruitment notification. The application mode is entirely walk-in based, meaning candidates do not need to make any online or offline fee payments.

Step-by-Step Walk-in Guide

Because this recruitment utilizes a walk-in interview format, candidates must follow a specific sequence of actions to participate successfully:

• Step 1: Review the official notification PDF and verify your eligibility for your chosen post.
• Step 2: Check the official schedule to confirm the exact reporting time and interview slot assigned to your specific post.
• Step 3: Fill out the prescribed application form completely and affix a recent passport-size photograph onto it.
• Step 4: Assemble all original educational certificates, marksheets, proof of identity, experience documents, and self-attested photocopies. If applying for multiple posts, submit a separate application form for each.
• Step 5: Report directly to the designated venue at PSSCIVE, Shyamla Hills, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh on the scheduled interview date.

Essential Documents Checklist

Candidates must carry the following items to the interview venue to clear document verification without issues:

• Application Form: Neatly filled application form bearing a recent passport-size photograph.
• Educational Proofs: Original marksheets and degree certificates spanning graduation, post-graduation, and professional diplomas.
• Photocopies: One set of self-attested photocopies of all educational and experience certificates.
• Identity Proof: A valid government-issued photo identity card (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, or Passport).
• Employment Documents: Official relieving certificate if currently employed, alongside any relevant published or creative work required for specific editorial or research roles.

Important Candidate Advisories

Applicants must ensure that all statements made during document verification are accurate. Anyone currently in service must secure proper permissions or carry a relieving certificate from their current employer to streamline the joining procedure.