National Institute of Technology Puducherry (NIT Puducherry), Karaikal, has invited online applications for 3 non-teaching posts in Group B and Group C under Advertisement No. NITPY/02/2026/NT/13112026 dated 13.11.2026: 1 Technical Assistant, 1 Pharmacist and 1 Technician. Candidates must apply on the SAMARTH portal by 12.12.2026 (11:59 PM).
✔ Checked against the official notification on 14.11.2026 · Official notice
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Recruitment Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | National Institute of Technology Puducherry (NIT Puducherry), Karaikal |
| Advertisement No. | NITPY/02/2026/NT/13112026, dated 13.11.2026 |
| Post Names | Technical Assistant, Pharmacist, Technician |
| Total Vacancies | 3 |
| Job Location | Karaikal, Puducherry. The notice says a selected candidate can be posted to any department of the institute. |
| Qualification | Differs by post. See the Eligibility section below. |
| Age Limit | Technical Assistant 30 years; Pharmacist 27 years; Technician 27 years, counted on 12.12.2026 Check your age eligibility → |
| Application Mode | Online on the SAMARTH portal |
| Last Date | 12.12.2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Official Website | nitpy.ac.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 13.11.2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 12.12.2026, up to 11:59 PM |
| Date for counting age and eligibility | 12.12.2026 |
| Written test or skill test date | Not specified in notification |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General, UR, OBC-NCL and EWS | Rs 500 |
| SC, ST, PwD, Female and Transgender candidates | Nil |
The fee is paid online and is not refundable. A separate application and a separate fee are needed for each post.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Group | Vacancies | Category | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | B | 1 | EWS (earmarked for Civil Engineering department) | Level 6 |
| Pharmacist | C | 1 | UR | Level 5 |
| Technician | C | 1 | UR (earmarked for Mechanical Engineering department) | Level 3 |
UR means Unreserved (open to all). EWS means Economically Weaker Section. The Technical Assistant seat is an EWS seat, so only candidates with a valid EWS certificate can use it.
Age Limit and Relaxation
| Post | Maximum age (as on 12.12.2026) |
|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | 30 years |
| Pharmacist | 27 years |
| Technician | 27 years |
| Category | Age relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC-NCL | 3 years |
| PwD (UR) | 10 years |
| PwD + OBC-NCL | 13 years |
| PwD + SC / ST | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Length of service plus 3 years |
The notice says SC, ST and OBC-NCL candidates get no age relaxation on unreserved (UR) vacancies. Pharmacist and Technician are both UR posts. Only the date of birth printed on the 10th certificate, 12th certificate or birth certificate is accepted.
Eligibility Criteria
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | Any one of these: (1) First Class B.E. / B.Tech / MCA in a relevant subject; (2) First Class Diploma in Engineering in a relevant field with an excellent academic record; (3) First Class Bachelor’s degree in Science; (4) Master’s degree in Science with at least 50% marks. |
| Pharmacist | All three needed: (1) 10+2 in Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Maths); (2) either a 2-year Diploma in Pharmacy with First Class from an institute recognised by the Pharmacy Council of India plus at least 2 years’ experience in a recognised hospital or pharmacy, OR a B.Pharm degree; (3) registration as a Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act, 1948. Desirable: Diploma in Nursing. |
| Technician | Any one of these: (1) 10+2 Science from a government-recognised board with at least 60% marks; (2) 10+2 with at least 50% marks plus ITI of 1 year or more in the right trade; (3) 10th with at least 60% marks plus a 2-year ITI in the right trade; (4) 3-year Engineering Diploma in the relevant field from a government-recognised polytechnic. |
Qualifications follow the Recruitment Rules 2019 for each post. The rules are linked in the Important Links table.
- Born 10.01.2002, General category, applying for Pharmacist. On 12.12.2026 this person is 24 years 11 months. The limit is 27 years. ✅ Eligible on age, if the qualification and Pharmacy Council registration are also in place.
- Born 20.05.1992, PwD (UR), applying for Technician. On 12.12.2026 this person is 34 years 6 months. The limit of 27 years plus the 10-year PwD relaxation is 37 years. ✅ Eligible, because of the 10-year relaxation.
- Born 20.05.1998, OBC-NCL, applying for Pharmacist. On 12.12.2026 this person is 28 years 6 months. Pharmacist is a UR post, so the OBC relaxation does not apply and the limit stays at 27 years. ❌ Not eligible, over by 1 year 6 months.
Who Should Apply
- Diploma holders in Pharmacy with Pharmacy Council registration, or B.Pharm graduates, who are within 27 years (plus any relaxation that applies).
- ITI or Diploma holders in a mechanical trade, and 10+2 Science students with the required marks, for the Technician post.
- EWS candidates with a Science degree, an Engineering degree or Diploma, or a Master’s in Science, for the Technical Assistant post.
- Candidates who are happy to work at Karaikal and can be posted to any department.
Who should skip this: candidates who are not in the EWS category (the only Technical Assistant seat is an EWS seat); SC, ST and OBC-NCL candidates who are over the base age for Pharmacist or Technician (no relaxation on UR seats); and anyone with a pending vigilance case, because the notice says such applications are not considered.
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Salary and Benefits
| Post | Pay Level |
|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | Level 6 |
| Pharmacist | Level 5 |
| Technician | Level 3 |
Pay Level is a step in the central government pay matrix. The notice gives only the level, not a rupee amount, and it does not list allowances. Travel and daily allowance (TA/DA) is not paid for attending the process.
Selection Process
- Scrutiny of applications. The institute may screen candidates and limit the number who go forward.
- The notice does not name a written test or skill test. The details and the list of provisionally eligible candidates will be published on the institute website.
- Document verification with the online-generated application form, original documents and one set of self-attested copies.
- Selected candidates serve a probation of 1 year.
Canvassing in any form disqualifies a candidate.
How to Apply
- Read the detailed advertisement and the Recruitment Rules for your post.
- Go to the SAMARTH portal for NIT Puducherry non-teaching posts and register or log in.
- Fill in the application form for the post you want. Apply separately for each post.
- Upload the documents and photograph asked for on the portal.
- Pay the fee online if it applies to you (Rs 500, or nil for the exempt categories).
- Submit before 11:59 PM on 12.12.2026 and keep a printout of the online-generated form. Do not send hard copies.
For technical problems with the portal, write to recruit@nitpy.ac.in and put the post name in the subject line.
Documents Needed
| Document | Note |
|---|---|
| Proof of date of birth | Only the 10th certificate, 12th certificate or birth certificate is accepted |
| Educational certificates and marksheets | For the qualification claimed for the post |
| Pharmacy Council registration (Pharmacist) | Registration as a Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act, 1948 |
| OBC-NCL or EWS certificate | Must be issued on or after 01.04.2026 in the central government format (EWS: income and assets certificate for 2025-26), otherwise the candidate is treated as unreserved |
| SC / ST certificate | In the central government format |
| PwD certificate | Disability of at least 40%, with a Medical Board certificate |
| No Objection Certificate (NOC) | Needed by candidates already working in a government department or public sector undertaking |
| Recent photograph | Upload as asked on the portal. The notice does not give a size. Resize your photo and signature → |
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (SAMARTH) | Click here |
| Detailed Advertisement (Group B and C) | Click here |
| Newspaper Advertisement | Click here |
| Recruitment Rules: Technical Assistant | Click here |
| Recruitment Rules: Pharmacist | Click here |
| Recruitment Rules: Technician | Click here |
| NOC Format | Click here |
| OBC Certificate Format | Click here |
| SC / ST Certificate Format | Click here |
| EWS Certificate Format | Click here |
| Official Opportunities Page | Click here |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date for NIT Puducherry non-teaching recruitment 2026?
The last date is 12.12.2026, up to 11:59 PM, on the SAMARTH portal.
How many posts are there?
There are 3 posts: 1 Technical Assistant, 1 Pharmacist and 1 Technician.
Is there an application fee?
Yes. The fee is Rs 500 for General, UR, OBC-NCL and EWS candidates. SC, ST, PwD, Female and Transgender candidates pay nothing.
Can I apply for more than one post?
Yes, but you need a separate application and a separate fee for each post.
Is there a written exam?
The notice does not name one. Selection details will be put on the NIT Puducherry website along with the list of provisionally eligible candidates.
Update Log
| Date | What changed |
|---|---|
| 14.11.2026 | Post published |
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
