The Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology (CIPET) has announced contractual recruitment for Lecturer and Instructor (Skill Development) positions at CIPET: CSTS, Balasore, Odisha. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online from 7 September 2026 to 28 September 2026.
CIPET is a premier national institution working in polymer science, plastics technology, mould technology, skill development, research and technical support. This recruitment is suitable for candidates with teaching, technical, engineering, science and skill-training backgrounds who are seeking opportunities in the government-supported technical-education sector.
CIPET Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology (CIPET) |
| Centre | CIPET: CSTS, Balasore, Odisha |
| Advertisement No. | CIPET/BLS/ADMIN/CIPET_Contr./01 |
| Posts | Lecturer and Instructor (Skill Development) |
| Total Vacancies | 7 |
| Job Type | Contractual |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Start Date | 7 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 September 2026 |
| Lecturer Salary | Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 35,000 per month |
| Instructor Salary | Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 30,000 per month |
| Official Website | https://www.cipet.gov.in |
| Notification PDF | CIPET Recruitment 2026 Notification |
The official CIPET contractual-positions page confirms that the Balasore notification was issued on 7 September 2026 and that applications close on 28 September 2026.
CIPET Vacancy Details 2026
CIPET Balasore has notified seven vacancies across teaching and skill-development roles. The post-wise distribution is given below.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|---|
| Lecturer – Plastics Engineering & Technology | 1 | Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 35,000 |
| Lecturer – Mechanical | 1 | Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 35,000 |
| Lecturer – Chemistry | 1 | Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 35,000 |
| Lecturer – Electronics | 1 | Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 35,000 |
| Lecturer – Physics | 1 | Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 35,000 |
| Instructor – Skill Development | 2 | Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 30,000 |
| Total | 7 | — |
All appointments are contractual. Therefore, applicants should carefully review the terms, period of engagement, renewal conditions, experience requirements and other conditions in the official notification before applying.
Eligibility Criteria
The exact essential qualification, experience requirement, age conditions and discipline-specific criteria are prescribed in the official CIPET Balasore notification. Candidates should verify their eligibility for the particular post rather than assuming that one common qualification applies to all Lecturer and Instructor vacancies.
In general, Lecturer posts in technical and science disciplines are likely to require relevant full-time academic qualifications in the concerned branch, such as Plastics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Electronics or Physics, along with any specified teaching, industrial or training experience. For Instructor (Skill Development) posts, applicants should check the notification for the accepted technical qualification, practical experience and trainer-related requirements.
Applicants must pay special attention to the following before submitting the form:
- The exact educational qualification required for the selected discipline.
- Whether qualifications must be obtained through regular/full-time study.
- Minimum marks, class or grade requirements, if any.
- Required teaching, industry, laboratory, workshop or skill-training experience.
- Age limit and applicable relaxation, if specified.
- Whether the experience must be post-qualification experience.
- Required supporting documents, including degree certificates, marksheets, experience certificates and identity proof.
Because the recruitment is post-specific and contractual, candidates should not submit an application merely on the basis of a broadly similar degree. A Mechanical Engineering applicant, for example, should apply only if the official eligibility conditions for the Lecturer (Mechanical) role are fully met.
How to Apply Online
Applicants should use the online application link available through the official CIPET recruitment page for the Balasore centre. CIPET’s official contractual-positions page lists the notification, detailed eligibility document, terms and conditions, and online application link for the Balasore recruitment.
Follow these steps to apply:
- Visit the official CIPET website and open the “Job Opportunities” or “Contractual Positions” section.
- Locate the CIPET: CSTS Balasore recruitment notice with Advertisement No. CIPET/BLS/ADMIN/CIPET_Contr./01.
- Download and read the advertisement, essential qualification and experience document, and general terms and conditions.
- Open the online application link provided for the Balasore recruitment.
- Select the correct post and discipline.
- Enter personal, educational, experience and communication details accurately.
- Upload the required documents in the prescribed format and file size.
- Review every entry carefully before final submission.
- Submit the form on or before 28 September 2026.
- Save or print the submitted application acknowledgement for future reference.
Candidates should avoid waiting until the final date, as online portals can experience heavy traffic, upload issues or incomplete-document errors near the closing time.
Important Points for Applicants
- This is a contractual recruitment drive, not a regular permanent appointment.
- The advertised salary is consolidated monthly remuneration and may vary within the stated range based on the post and applicable conditions.
- Apply only for the discipline in which you satisfy the notified educational and experience requirements.
- Keep scanned copies of certificates, photographs, signatures and relevant experience documents ready before beginning the application.
- Enter your active mobile number and email address, since future communication may be sent through the registered contact details.
- Read the official eligibility and terms documents carefully; the official CIPET notification should be treated as the final authority in case of any discrepancy on third-party job websites.
CIPET’s official recruitment portal currently lists several centre-specific contractual openings across India, including Balasore, Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Dehradun, Guwahati, Jaipur, Bhagalpur and others. Applicants should therefore ensure they are applying for the correct centre and advertisement number, as vacancy counts, disciplines, deadlines and eligibility can differ from one CIPET location to another.