MGU Technical Assistant & Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026

Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU), Kottayam is hiring a Technical Assistant and a Lab Assistant on a one-year contract in its School of Food Science and Technology. A B.Tech in Food Processing or M.Sc in Food Science makes you eligible for the Technical Assistant post, while a B.Sc in Chemistry or Life Sciences qualifies you for the Lab Assistant post. You need to send your application by email before 6 August 2026. Salary ranges from Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 25,000 per month.

Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU) Technical Assistant & Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026 - 2 Posts

Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam — graded as a Category-1 Autonomous University by UGC and re-accredited by NAAC with an A++ grade — has released a notification to fill 2 temporary posts in its School of Food Science and Technology on a one-year contract basis. The department needs one Technical Assistant (General/OC category) and one Lab Assistant (SC category) to support day-to-day lab work, research, and student practicals in food science. There is no written exam for either post — the university shortlists candidates directly from the applications and documents you submit. Freshers with the right degree can apply along with experienced candidates, since experience is not compulsory but must be mentioned if you have any.

Vacancy Details

Who Can Apply?

For Technical Assistant (Rs. 25,000/month):

• Qualification: B.Tech in Food Processing, or M.Sc in Food Science & Technology / Quality Control, or M.Sc in Food Science & Nutrition
• Category: Open to all (OC) candidates

For Lab Assistant (Rs. 15,000/month):

• Qualification: B.Sc in Chemistry or Life Sciences
• Category: Reserved for SC candidates

Whichever post you apply for, you will need to share your academic record from SSLC to postgraduation — including the institution or university you studied at and your percentage of marks in each — in the application form.

Age Limit

• You should be up to 36 years old as on 1 January 2026, for both posts.
• Age Relaxation: Candidates from reserved categories get age relaxation as per university rules.

Salary

• Technical Assistant: Rs. 25,000 per month (consolidated pay).
• Lab Assistant: Rs. 15,000 per month (consolidated pay).
• Both posts carry a fixed consolidated salary — there is no separate DA, HRA, or other allowance mentioned.

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

MGU will shortlist candidates based on the qualification, marks, and experience details in your application and supporting documents.

1. Document Verification: Your application form and certificates (SSLC, Plus Two, degree, mark lists, additional qualifications, experience) will be checked by the department.

If you are selected, you will need to sign a one-year contract with the university before you can join the post.

How to Apply

1. Download the application proforma from the MGU website (mgu.ac.in) notification.
2. Fill in your personal details, qualification, and experience in the proforma.
3. Attach self-attested copies of your certificates and mark lists (SSLC, Plus Two, degree, additional qualifications, experience proof).
4. Send the completed application in Word format by email to ada5@mgu.ac.in.
5. Make sure your application reaches within 15 days of the notification date — incomplete or late applications will be rejected.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 22 July 2026
• Last Date to Apply (by email): 6 August 2026

• Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory equipment used in food science experiments
• Assist faculty and researchers with food analysis and testing procedures
• Handle, label, and store chemicals, reagents, and food samples safely
• Support practical/lab sessions for students in the School of Food Science and Technology
• Maintain accurate records of experiments, test results, and lab inventory
• Keep lab equipment calibrated, clean, and compliant with safety guidelines
• Assist in procurement and stock-keeping of lab consumables and reagents