SAMEER MeitY Hiring 2026: 140 Contract Posts, Salary, Eligibility, How to Apply
Looking for a government project job in Mumbai? SAMEER MeitY Hiring 2026 has 140 contract project positions at the Society for Applied Microwave Electronics Engineering & Research (SAMEER), an R&D laboratory under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. Pay is ₹21,000 to ₹55,000 a month, and there are posts for ITI, diploma, BSc, BCom and BA candidates as well as engineers, scientists and MBAs.
This is not an apprenticeship. These are 2-year contract posts in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai, and applications close on 15 November 2026. Want more openings? See our guides to Cognizant GenC Analyst Trainee Recruitment 2026, HCLTech Process Associate Recruitment 2026 and RITES Senior Technical Assistant (Civil) Recruitment 2026.
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SAMEER MeitY Hiring 2026: Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Society for Applied Microwave Electronics Engineering & Research (SAMEER), under MeitY |
| Advertisement | No. 10/2026 |
| Total vacancies | 140 contract project positions (indicative) |
| Location | Mumbai and Navi Mumbai (in-office) |
| Contract | 2 years or project duration, whichever is earlier |
| Salary | ₹21,000 to ₹55,000 a month (consolidated, post-wise) |
| Age | 25 to 40 years maximum, post-wise |
| Application fee | ₹100 (online, non-refundable) |
| Last date | 15 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
Posts, Vacancies, Eligibility and Salary
Check your exact post code in the notification before you apply. Every post needs at least 55% marks (or equivalent CGPA) in the qualifying degree, diploma or ITI.
| Post | Seats | Qualification | Experience | Max age | Monthly pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project Fellow | 2 | PhD in the relevant field (GaN/EM/MW applications; MRI physics) | Nil | 40 | ₹55,000 |
| Senior Project Scientist | 4 | BE/B.Tech/M.Sc with ME/M.Tech, or PhD, in RF & Microwave | 4 years | 35 | ₹46,000 |
| Project Scientist | 8 | BE/B.Tech/M.Sc with ME/M.Tech, or PhD, in RF & Microwave or Electronics | 2 years | 30 | ₹40,000 |
| Senior Project Engineer / Associate | 11 | BE/B.Tech/M.Sc/M.Tech/PhD in the relevant discipline | 3 years (Nil with ME/M.Tech/PhD) | 30 | ₹37,500 |
| Project Engineer / Associate | 46 | BE/B.Tech/M.Sc or higher in the relevant discipline | Nil | 28 | ₹34,000 |
| Project Scientific Assistant (A/B/C) | 22 | Diploma (Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical) or BSc (Physics, Chemistry) | A: Nil; B: 3 years; C: 8 years | 25 / 30 / 40 | ₹23,500 / ₹27,000 / ₹31,500 |
| Project Technical Assistant (A/B/C) | 34 | ITI/NTC/NAC (Electronics Mechanic, Fitter, Turner, Machinist, Electrician) | A: Nil; B: 3 years; C: 8 years | 25 / 30 / 40 | ₹21,000 / ₹23,500 / ₹27,000 |
| Project Manager | 3 | BE/B.Tech with full-time MBA/MMS | 3 years after MBA | 35 | ₹45,000 |
| Senior Project Executive | 1 | BE/B.Tech with full-time MBA/MMS | Nil | 30 | ₹40,000 |
| Project Executive | 4 | Bachelor’s degree (BCom/BSc/BA/BBA/BBS) with full-time MBA/MMS | Nil | 30 | ₹32,000 |
| Project Executive Assistant (A/B) | 5 | BCom/BSc/BA | A: Nil; B: 3 years | 25 / 30 | ₹23,500 / ₹27,000 |
| Total | 140 |
The levels (A, B, C) in assistant posts depend on your experience. Seats are not split by level in the vacancy list.
Posts for Freshers
- Project Executive Assistant (A): BCom, BSc or BA, no experience, up to 25 years, ₹23,500. Needs typing speed of 35 wpm and MS Office skills.
- Project Scientific Assistant (A): Diploma or BSc, no experience, up to 25 years, ₹23,500.
- Project Technical Assistant (A): ITI/NTC/NAC, no experience, up to 25 years, ₹21,000.
- Project Engineer / Associate: BE/B.Tech/M.Sc, no experience, up to 28 years, ₹34,000. Final-year students awaiting results may apply where the notification allows it.
Age Limit and Relaxation
Your age is counted on the closing date, 15 November 2026. Relaxation: SC/ST 5 years, OBC (non-creamy layer) 3 years, PwBD (OH/HH) 10 years (plus 5 for SC/ST and 3 for OBC), and ex-servicemen get their length of service plus 3 years.
Selection Process
| Posts | Stages |
|---|---|
| Project Engineers / Associates (incl. Senior) | Written test + online interview + in-person interview |
| Project Fellow, Project Manager, Scientist, Executive posts | Online interview + in-person interview |
| Project Scientific Assistants | Written test + in-person interview and/or skill test |
| Project Technical Assistants, Project Executive Assistants (A)/(B) | In-person interview and/or skill test |
- Screening: You need at least 55% marks in your qualifying degree, diploma or ITI.
- Written test: Online or in person. You need 50% or more to qualify.
- Interviews: Candidates are shortlisted in the ratio of about 1:6 for the online interview and 1:3 for the in-person interview.
- Final selection: It is based on the in-person interview or skill test marks only.
How to Apply for SAMEER MeitY Hiring 2026
- Pick your post code. Read the eligibility for each post in the recruitment notice.
- Open the portal. Go to recruitment.sameer.gov.in and apply for your post code.
- Fill in the form. Check every detail, because you can edit the form only until you click Final Submit.
- Pay the fee. Pay ₹100 online. It is not refundable.
- Final submit and print. Submit before 15 November 2026, 11:59 PM and keep a printout of the form for the interview.
Official links: Recruitment notice | Advertisement 10/2026 and apply.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application starts | 4 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 15 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Online written test | From 22 November 2026 |
| Online interviews | 27 to 30 November 2026 |
| Skill test / interaction | To be announced |
| In-person interview | 14 December 2026 (proposed) |
Documents and Terms to Know
- Documents: Bring the application form, proof of date of birth, photo ID, passport photo, 10th and 12th mark sheets, ITI mark sheet (for technical assistants), degree or diploma certificates and marks, experience certificates, and any category certificate. Carry originals and one set of self-attested photocopies.
- Contract: The job is temporary, with no right to regularisation, and the contract runs for up to 2 years.
- Posting: You will be based at the advertised centre but may be posted at any SAMEER centre in India.
- No TA/DA: No travel allowance is paid for tests or interviews.
- Citizenship: Only Indian citizens can apply.
Tips for Applicants
- Apply for the right post code. Mixing up codes or levels can get your application rejected.
- Check experience and age on 15 November 2026. Experience gained before you finished the required qualification is not counted.
- Keep your marks handy. You need at least 55% in your qualifying degree, diploma or ITI.
- Watch the SAMEER website. Test and interview dates are announced online and by email.
- Submit early. Do not wait for the last evening, because the portal may be slow.
Conclusion
SAMEER MeitY Hiring 2026 is a good chance to work in a government R&D lab in Mumbai, with posts from ITI and diploma level to PhD and a monthly pay of up to ₹55,000. Remember it is a contract role, not a permanent job or an apprenticeship. Find your post code and apply before 15 November 2026.
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FAQs
SAMEER MeitY Hiring 2026 mein kitni vacancies hain?
SAMEER has announced 140 contract project positions at its Mumbai centre, covering project fellow, scientist, engineer, associate, scientific and technical assistant, manager and executive posts. The numbers are indicative and can change with project needs.
Kya SAMEER MeitY Hiring 2026 apprenticeship hai?
No. These are contract project positions, not apprenticeships. They pay a consolidated monthly salary of ₹21,000 to ₹55,000, depending on the post.
SAMEER mein kaun apply kar sakta hai?
It depends on the post code. Qualifications range from ITI, diploma, BSc, BCom and BA to BE/B.Tech, MSc, ME/M.Tech and PhD. You need a minimum of 55% marks (or equivalent CGPA) in the qualifying degree, diploma or ITI.
Kya fresher SAMEER MeitY Hiring 2026 ke liye apply kar sakte hain?
Yes, for some posts. Project Executive Assistant (A) (BSc/BCom/BA), Project Scientific Assistant (A), Project Technical Assistant (A), Project Engineer/Associate and Project Fellow need no experience. Senior grades need 2 to 8 years.
SAMEER Project posts ki salary kitni hai?
Consolidated pay runs from ₹21,000 a month (Project Technical Assistant A) to ₹55,000 a month (Project Fellow). For example, Project Executive Assistant (A) gets ₹23,500 and Project Engineer/Associate gets ₹34,000.
SAMEER ki age limit kya hai?
The maximum age ranges from 25 to 40 years depending on the post. Age is counted on the closing date, 15 November 2026. SC/ST get 5 years, OBC (non-creamy layer) 3 years and PwBD 10 years of relaxation.
SAMEER MeitY Hiring 2026 ki application fee kitni hai?
The application fee is ₹100, paid online on the recruitment portal. It is not refundable.
SAMEER MeitY Hiring 2026 ke liye apply kaise karein?
Apply online only at recruitment.sameer.gov.in for your post code, pay the fee, and click Final Submit. Take a printout of the submitted form and keep it for the interview.
SAMEER MeitY Hiring 2026 ki last date kya hai?
The last date to apply is 15 November 2026, 11:59 PM.
SAMEER mein selection kaise hota hai?
It depends on the post. Engineer and associate posts have a written test plus online and in-person interviews. Scientist and manager posts have online plus in-person interviews. Assistant posts have a written test and in-person interview or skill test. Final selection is based on the in-person interview or skill test marks.
Kya SAMEER ki job permanent hai?
No. The appointment is purely contractual and temporary for 2 years or the project duration, whichever is earlier. It gives no right to regularisation.
Kya 12th pass candidate apply kar sakta hai?
Not on the basis of Class 12 alone. Every post needs at least an ITI, diploma or degree, so 12th pass candidates are not eligible.
Disclaimer: This article reflects publicly available information as of November 2026, based on SAMEER Advertisement No. 10/2026. Vacancies and rules can change. Please read the official notification carefully before you apply.
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