Overview
CUSAT has announced recruitment for 3 Programmer posts on a contract basis, requiring MCA/B.Tech or M.Sc with specified specialisations and at least one year of experience in data processing/software development. The salary is ₹46,230 per month, age limit 18-36 years with relaxation for SC/ST/Backward communities, and application fee ₹900 for General/OBC and ₹185 for SC/ST. Applications must be submitted online by 20 February 2026 and hard copies by 27 February 2026. Shortlisting will be based on marks in the qualifying degree.
Key Details
- Organization
- Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT)
- Qualification
- MCA/B. Tech in Electrical & Electronics, Electronics, or Computer Science OR B. Tech (any discipline) with specialisation in Computer (PGDCA or equivalent) OR B. Tech (any discipline) with minimum 1 year experience in Data Processing/Software Development OR M.Sc with specialisation in Electronics/Physics/Computer Science/Mathematics/Statistics with minimum 1 year experience in Data Processing/Software Development
- Vacancies
- 3
- Last date to apply
- 20 February 2026
Important Dates
| Last Date for Online Application | 20 February 2026 |
| Last Date for Submission of Hard Copy | 27 February 2026 |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
Cochin University: 3
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on marks obtained in the qualifying degree
How to Apply
Apply online through the CUSAT recruitment portal (recruit.cusat.ac.in) on or before 20 February 2026., Submit a signed hard copy of the application along with copies of documents proving age, qualification, etc., to the Registrar, Administrative Office, Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kochi-22 on or before 27 February 2026, with the envelope superscribed ‘Application for the post of Programmer in CIRM on contract basis’., Late or defective applications will be summarily rejected.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for CUSAT Programmer Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online?
Last Date for Online Application: 20 February 2026; Last Date for Submission of Hard Copy: 27 February 2026
What is the application fee?
General: ₹900/-; SC/ST: ₹185/-
What is the age limit?
18 to 36 years (age relaxation for SC/ST/Backward communities)
What is the selection process?
Shortlisting based on marks obtained in the qualifying degree