Iiserpune Career Development And Placement Cell Recruitment
Official recruitment notice issued by Iiserpune for the post of Career Development And Placement Cell. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
Graduate / As specified in official notice. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
1. Computer Based Written Test (CBT), 2. Skill Test / Interview (Where Applicable), 3. Document Verification & Medical Fitness Test.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government Post / | 1 | Rs. 4,387 - Rs. 1,93 | 2026-08-14 |
| Government Post / | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-08-14 |
| Government Post / | 1 | Rs. 3,00,000 | 2026-08-14 |
| Director Of Indian Institute Of Science Educa | 1 | Rs. 2,25,00 | 2026-08-14 |
| Procurement Scope | Est. Value | EMD Amount | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tender Notice - Iiserpune (Tender: IT / Softw | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Iiserpune (Tender: IT / Softw | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Iiserpune (Tender: IT / Softw | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Iiserpune (Tender: IT / Softw | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap
Access the official IISER Pune recruitment portal to complete the One Time Registration by providing a valid email address, mobile number, and creating unique login credentials for the dashboard.
Upload scanned copies of essential documents including educational transcripts, experience certificates from previous employers, and category certificates in the prescribed PDF format, ensuring file sizes remain within specified limits.
Fill the comprehensive online application form detailing professional achievements, career counseling experience, and corporate networking history, ensuring all mandatory fields are verified against original documents before final submission.
Remit the non-refundable application fee through the integrated online payment gateway or SBI Collect, ensuring the transaction receipt is downloaded and saved for future reference during the selection process.
Download the system-generated application summary and monitor the registered email for notifications regarding the release of admit cards and the schedule for the written screening or interview stages.
Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework
The candidate evaluation matrix for Iiserpune Career Development And Placement Cell Recruitment is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.
| Selection Phase / Exam Paper | Weightage & Duration | Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1: Written Screening Examination | 100 Marks / 120 Minutes | General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language Proficiency, and Current Affairs related to Higher Education. |
| Stage 2: Domain Specialization Test | 100 Marks / 120 Minutes | Corporate Relations Management, Placement Logistics, Career Counseling Methodologies, and Industry-Academia Collaboration Frameworks. |
| Stage 3: Personal Interview and Presentation | 100 Marks / 45 Minutes | Communication Skills, Strategic Vision for Placement Cell, Leadership Qualities, and Problem-Solving Scenarios in Student Placement. |
| Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination | Qualifying Nature | Verification of Original Academic Credentials, Experience Validation, and Assessment of Physical Fitness as per Institute Norms. |
7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure
The recruitment for the Career Development and Placement Cell at IISER Pune typically aligns with the 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 10 for Officer-grade roles. The entry-level basic pay is established at 56,100 INR. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) recently hiked to 53 percent, the DA component amounts to 29,733 INR. As Pune is classified as an X-category city, the House Rent Allowance (HRA) is calculated at 30 percent of the basic pay (since DA exceeded 50 percent), totaling 16,830 INR. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) is provided at 7,200 INR plus DA on TA, approximately 11,016 INR. The gross monthly salary is estimated at 1,13,679 INR. After statutory deductions including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution (10 percent of Basic plus DA) and professional tax, the net in-hand salary is approximately 1,02,000 INR, making it a highly competitive administrative position within the autonomous scientific research sector.
Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines
IISER Pune strictly adheres to the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums regarding reservation. Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) receive a 5-year age relaxation, while Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL) receive 3 years. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are entitled to a 10-year relaxation. A 10 percent vertical reservation is maintained for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) as per the 103rd Constitutional Amendment. Furthermore, in compliance with Central Government directives, women candidates are generally exempted from application fees to encourage gender diversity in administrative and career development cadres.
Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Iiserpune Career Development And Pl
The minimum qualifying marks are typically 50 percent for Unreserved/EWS categories and 45 percent for reserved categories, though final shortlisting depends on the vacancy-to-candidate ratio.
There is no financial service bond, but selected candidates must serve a mandatory probation period of two years before being considered for permanent confirmation.
If the examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard equi-percentile normalization method will be utilized to ensure parity across different difficulty levels.
The initial appointment is on a probationary basis for a period of two years, which may be extended based on performance evaluation by the competent authority.
Yes, the domain test includes questions on the global R&D landscape, recruitment trends in STEM fields, and the specific needs of research-oriented students.
No, these positions are specific to the IISER Pune campus, although official travel for corporate engagement and placement drives across India is frequently required.