Engineering and science graduates seeking jobs with government research institutes will get a significant recruitment boost. The Society for Applied Microwave Electronics Engineering and Research (SAMEER) has issued the notification for SAMEER Recruitment 2026 with 174 jobs in Engineering, Scientific, Technical and Administrative positions.
These roles include Project Engineer, Project Scientist, Senior Project Scientist, Project Technical Assistant, and Project Executive. Tech can also apply for this position.ITI/DIPLOMA to B.E./B. Tech qualified candidates can apply for this post also.Tech, M.Sc, M.Tech and Ph.D. may learn about the possibilities available depending on their specialisation.
The deadline of the application process is 15 November 2026. Interested candidates are advised to be aware of the conditions of recruitment, post-wise eligibility and selection procedure before applying.
SAMEER 2026 Recruitment: An Opportunity Across Multiple Disciplines
SAMEER is under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India. The company is in the process of its latest recruitment drive to freshen up its recruitment team for various project-based work at its Mumbai/Navi Mumbai office as well as in Kolkata.
This notification is different from the recruitment that is done in specific engineering branches, as this one is for multiple professional backgrounds. It provides potential employment for candidates who are interested in research, technical development, engineering projects and administrative activities.
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The key information about the recruitment:
| Recruitment Information | Details |
| Organisation | SAMEER |
| Department | Ministry of Electronics and IT |
| Notification Numbers | 10/2026 and 11/2026 |
| Total Openings | 174 |
| Nature of Employment | Contractual |
| Work Locations | Mumbai/Navi Mumbai, Kolkata |
| Application Commencement | 3 November 2026 |
| Application Deadline | 15 November 2026 |
| Monthly Remuneration | ₹21,000–₹55,000 |
| Contract Period | 2 Years or Project Duration |
| Application Fee | ₹100 |
| Application Website | recruitment.sameer.gov.in |
Explore the 174 SAMEER Job Openings
Two centres have been used for the recruitment. The Mumbai/Navi Mumbai centre holds the highest number of vacancies while the Kolkata centre also offers jobs in various categories of professions.
The distribution is given as follows:
- Mumbai/Navi Mumbai: 140 positions under Advertisement No. 10/2026.
- Kolkata: 34 positions under Advertisement No. 11/2026.
With 53 positions listed, Project Engineer/Associate is the top role listed among the advertised positions. Project Technical Assistant (50) and the above two are significant positions for the technical aspirants.
Other positions include Project Fellow, Project Manager, Senior Project Engineer/Associate, Project Scientific Assistant and Project Executive Assistant.
Candidates are advised to check the advertisement pertaining to the posts for Enquiry for post code and/or Centre specifications.
Who Can Apply for SAMEER Recruitment 2026?
Eligibility criteria varies based on the role and experience level. Applicants are required to have the academic qualification as per the notification in the concerned discipline.
The recruitment is open to candidates who have a variety of educational backgrounds:
- Engineering Graduates: B.E./B.Tech candidates can explore Project Engineer, Project Scientist and other relevant positions.
- Postgraduate Candidates: M.Sc and M.Tech qualifications are accepted for several scientific and engineering roles.
- Research Professionals: Candidates holding a Ph.D. in the relevant discipline can consider the Project Fellow and senior scientific positions.
- Diploma Holders: Relevant Diploma qualifications are accepted for Project Scientific Assistant positions.
- ITI Candidates: Applicants with the required NTC and NAC certificates can apply for Project Technical Assistant vacancies.
- Management Graduates: Candidates with the specified full-time MBA qualifications can consider managerial and executive positions.
Age Requirements
The upper age limit is age dependent, and varies from 25 to 40 years. For instance the age limit for the candidates of Project Engineer/Associate is 28 years while the age limit for the candidates of Project Scientist is 30 years.
Age concessions include:
- SC/ST candidates: 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years.
- PwBD candidates: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: According to Government rules
What is the remuneration offered by SAMEER?
The consolidated remuneration is different based on the designation and professional needs for each month. The highest listed remuneration for the Project Fellow position is ₹55,000 and for the Project Technical Assistant the remuneration starts from ₹21,000.
Some of the important salary figures are:
| Designation | Monthly Remuneration |
| Project Fellow | ₹55,000 |
| Senior Project Scientist | ₹46,000 |
| Project Scientist | ₹40,000 |
| Senior Project Engineer/Associate | ₹37,500 |
| Project Engineer/Associate | ₹34,000 |
| Project Scientific Assistant | ₹23,500–₹31,500 |
| Project Technical Assistant | ₹21,000–₹27,000 |
| Project Manager | ₹45,000 |
| Project Executive | ₹32,000 |
Application Guide: How to Register for SAMEER 2026
To register follow these instructions:
- Open the SAMEER recruitment portal.
- Create a candidate account using the registration facility.
- Verify your email address and complete your profile.
- Select the appropriate recruitment advertisement.
- Choose the desired position and corresponding post code.
- Fill in your educational qualifications and experience.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and certificates.
- Pay the application fee of ₹100 through the online payment facility.
- Check the entered information before final submission.
- Save the completed application PDF for future reference.
Application fee is non-refundable. Applicants are also required to make sure that their supporting documents are legible and fulfill the requirements.
SAMEER Recruitment 2026: How Will Candidates Be Selected?
The selection process will vary based on the position and responsibilities. The academic screening, written tests, interviews, or practical tests may be conducted depending on the position applied for.
Written examination online is applicable for the appropriate Project Engineer/Associate and Project Scientific Assistant roles. There are also online interviews scheduled for those positions in the sciences, engineering and executive fields that apply.
The recruitment schedule announced is as follows: Online written test is to start from 22 November 2026, Online interviews are to be held between 27 and 30 November 2026 and a proposed in-person interview on 14 December 2026. Where applicable, skill tests and interactions will be announced separately.
FAQ
Q1. What is the total number of posts available in SAMEER Recruitment 2026?
SAMEER has announced 174 vacancies – 140 at Mumbai/Navi Mumbai and 34 at Kolkata.
Q2. Can Diploma and ITI holders apply for the SAMEER 2026 vacancies?
Yes. Eligible ITI candidates with NTC and NAC certificate are eligible to apply for Project Technical Assistant posts while Diploma holders can apply for the relevant Project Scientific Assistant posts.
Q3. What is the last date for submitting the SAMEER online application?
The closing date for the application is 15 November 2026 at 11:59 PM. Candidates are supposed to register and pay the fee before the deadline.
