National Institute of Technology Agartala (NIT Agartala) is recruiting 51 Group-B and Group-C non-teaching technical staff through direct recruitment under Advertisement No. F.NITA.2(519-Estt)/2019/Vol-III/4473 dated 10 September 2026.
The recruitment covers Technical Assistant, Junior Engineer, Library & Information Assistant, SAS Assistant, Pharmacist, Senior Technician, Technician and Lab Attendant posts. Online applications are open from 20 September 2026 at 10:00 AM to 20 October 2026 at 5:00 PM.
The jobs carry 7th CPC Pay Levels 1 to 6, depending on the post. Selection is through a Computer Based Test (CBT); there is no interview for these Group-B and Group-C posts. A qualifying skill test may be prescribed where applicable.
NIT Agartala Non-Teaching Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | National Institute of Technology Agartala |
| Recruitment | Group-B & Group-C Non-Teaching Technical Posts |
| Advertisement No. | F.NITA.2(519-Estt)/2019/Vol-III/4473 |
| Advertisement date | 10 September 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 51 |
| Recruitment basis | Direct recruitment |
| Job location | NIT Agartala, Barjala, Jirania, West Tripura – 799046 |
| Application mode | Online |
| Application start | 20 September 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Last date | 20 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Qualification range | 10th / 10+2 Science / ITI / Diploma / Degree / relevant professional qualification |
| Age | Minimum 18 years; upper limit 27 / 30 / 33 years, post-wise |
| Pay | 7th CPC Level-1 to Level-6, post-wise |
| Selection | CBT + qualifying skill test where prescribed + document verification |
| Interview | No interview for Group-B/C posts |
Post-wise Vacancies
| Post | Pay Level | UR Upper Age | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | Level-6 | 30 years | 7 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil / Electrical) | Level-6 | 30 years | 5 |
| Library & Information Assistant | Level-6 | 30 years | 5 |
| SAS Assistant | Level-6 | 30 years | 2 |
| Pharmacist | Level-5 | 27 years | 1 |
| Senior Technician | Level-4 | 33 years | 9 |
| Technician | Level-3 | 27 years | 14 |
| Lab Attendant | Level-1 | 27 years | 8 |
| Total | — | — | 51 |
Category-wise Total
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 27 |
| SC | 7 |
| ST | 10 |
| OBC-NCL | 4 |
| EWS | 3 |
| Total | 51 |
Reservation for PwD and Ex-Servicemen applies under the relevant Government of India rules.
Educational Qualification
Qualification must be checked against the exact post code selected.
| Post | Essential Qualification Summary |
|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | First Class B.E./B.Tech or MCA in the relevant subject; or First Class relevant Engineering Diploma with an excellent academic record; or First Class B.Sc.; or M.Sc. with at least 50% |
| Junior Engineer (Civil / Electrical) | First Class B.E./B.Tech in Civil/Electrical Engineering, or First Class Diploma in the corresponding branch with an excellent academic record |
| Library & Information Assistant | First Class Bachelor's degree in Science, Arts or Commerce plus Bachelor's degree in Library & Information Science |
| SAS Assistant | First Class Bachelor's degree in Physical Education with the prescribed record in sports / cultural / student-event activities |
| Pharmacist | 10+2 Science plus First Class 2-year D.Pharm with 2 years' hospital/pharmacy experience, or B.Pharm; Pharmacy Act registration required |
| Senior Technician | 10+2 Science with 60%; or 10+2 with 50% plus 1-year-or-more ITI; or 10th with 60% plus 2-year ITI; or 3-year Engineering Diploma |
| Technician | Same recognised 10+2 / ITI / Diploma qualification routes prescribed for Technician |
| Lab Attendant | 10+2 in Science from a recognised board |
Where "First Class" is required but not explicitly printed on the certificate, candidates should read the notification's CGPA/percentage equivalence rule carefully before applying.
Age Limit
The minimum age is 18 years for all advertised posts. The upper-age limit for unreserved vacancies is calculated as on 20 October 2026.
| Post Group | Upper Age |
|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | 30 years |
| Junior Engineer | 30 years |
| Library & Information Assistant | 30 years |
| SAS Assistant | 30 years |
| Pharmacist | 27 years |
| Senior Technician | 33 years |
| Technician | 27 years |
| Lab Attendant | 27 years |
Age relaxation for eligible SC, ST, OBC-NCL, PwD, Ex-Servicemen and other categories is governed by applicable Government of India rules and the conditions in the recruitment notice.
Candidates can use the Regal Naukri Age Calculator with 20 October 2026 as the cut-off date and then compare the result with the exact post/category rule.
Application Fee
A separate application and fee are required for each post code applied for.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC-NCL / EWS | ₹1,000 |
| SC / ST | ₹750 |
| PwD applying under PwD category | Nil |
The application fee is non-refundable.
Salary / Pay Level
Because the recruitment combines different posts and different pay levels, there is no single common salary range.
| Post | 7th CPC Pay Level | Pay Matrix Starting Basic |
|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | Level-6 | ₹35,400 |
| Junior Engineer | Level-6 | ₹35,400 |
| Library & Information Assistant | Level-6 | ₹35,400 |
| SAS Assistant | Level-6 | ₹35,400 |
| Pharmacist | Level-5 | ₹29,200 |
| Senior Technician | Level-4 | ₹25,500 |
| Technician | Level-3 | ₹21,700 |
| Lab Attendant | Level-1 | ₹18,000 |
Applicable allowances follow the rules in force for NIT Agartala and Central Government-linked pay structures.
Selection Process
The recruitment notice provides for Computer Based Test-based selection. There is no interview for the advertised Group-B and Group-C posts.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Computer Based Test | Main merit stage |
| Skill Test | Qualifying, where prescribed by the Institute |
| Document Verification | Original eligibility and category documents checked |
| Medical / other formalities | As required before appointment |
CBT Pattern
The post-specific CBT generally contains 100 questions in 60 minutes.
| Post | Common / Part-I | Post-Specific / Part-II | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | 20 | 80 | 100 |
| Junior Engineer | 20 | 80 | 100 |
| Library & Information Assistant | 20 | 80 | 100 |
| SAS Assistant | 20 | 80 | 100 |
| Pharmacist | 20 | 80 | 100 |
| Senior Technician | 20 | 80 | 100 |
| Technician | 40 | 60 | 100 |
| Lab Attendant | 100 common/general-computer questions | — | 100 |
For the technical and professional posts, the post-specific portion covers the relevant subject/discipline. CBT date, venue and admit-card schedule will be notified separately by NIT Agartala.
After the examination, candidates can use the Regal Naukri Exam Score Calculator as a personal calculation aid after checking the exact marking instructions released by NIT Agartala.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 10 September 2026 |
| Online application opens | 20 September 2026 at 10:00 AM |
| Last date for application and fee | 20 October 2026 at 5:00 PM |
| Eligibility / age cut-off | 20 October 2026 |
| CBT date | To be announced |
Application Instructions
- Open the Official NIT Agartala Group-B/C Application Portal.
- Register with an active email address and mobile number.
- Select the correct post code and verify the corresponding qualification before applying.
- Fill personal, academic, category and employment information carefully.
- Upload the required photograph and supporting records.
- Upload the prescribed supporting documents in the required format.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- If applying for more than one post code, submit a separate application and fee for each post code.
- Save the submitted application and payment acknowledgement.
- Monitor the NIT Agartala Recruitment Page for CBT and admit-card updates.
Candidates should keep their Matriculation certificate, qualification certificates/marksheets, caste/category certificate where applicable, photo ID, experience proof where required, and NOC for serving employees ready for verification. The Regal Naukri Document Checklist can help prepare a personal checklist.
Important Candidate Notes
- Essential qualification, age and other eligibility conditions are assessed with reference to the closing date.
- A candidate applying for multiple post codes must file separately for each.
- The Institute may increase, decrease or leave vacancies unfilled according to its requirements.
- PwD reservation requires the applicable disability certification under Government of India rules.
- Reserved-category concessions do not automatically apply when a candidate competes for an unreserved vacancy.
- Admit-card issue does not itself establish final eligibility; original records are checked later.
Important Links
| Link | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Apply Online – NIT Agartala Group-B/C Portal | Official online registration |
| Official Recruitment Page | NIT Agartala recruitment updates and live application link |
| Official Recruitment Advertisement PDF | Advertisement No. F.NITA.2(519-Estt)/2019/Vol-III/4473 |
| NIT Agartala Official Website | Institute website |
| Regal Naukri Age Calculator | Calculate age on the 20 October 2026 cut-off |
| Regal Naukri Document Checklist | Prepare application and verification documents |
| Regal Naukri Exam Score Calculator | Personal exam-score calculation aid |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are there?
There are 51 vacancies across eight Group-B and Group-C non-teaching technical post codes.
Which post has the highest number of vacancies?
Technician has 14 vacancies, followed by Senior Technician with 9 and Lab Attendant with 8.
What is the last date?
The online application closes on 20 October 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Is there an interview?
No interview is prescribed for these Group-B and Group-C posts. Selection is based on the CBT, subject to any qualifying skill test and subsequent verification requirements.
What is the age limit?
The minimum age is 18 years. The UR upper age is 27, 30 or 33 years, depending on the post.
Can candidates from outside Tripura apply?
Yes. The recruitment is open to eligible Indian citizens; no Tripura-domicile condition is stated for these posts.
What qualification is needed for Lab Attendant?
10+2 in Science from a recognised board.
Is experience compulsory for every post?
No. Experience is not common to all posts. The D.Pharm route for Pharmacist carries a specific experience requirement, while other posts have their own qualification conditions.
Do I need a separate application for two post codes?
Yes. A separate form and separate applicable fee are required for each post code.