Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technological Museum (VITM), Bengaluru, a constituent unit of the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM) under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, has invited online applications for the recruitment of various posts including Education Assistant ‘A’, Junior Stenographer, Office Assistant (Gr.III), Technician ‘A’, and Artist ‘A’.
A total of 12 vacancies are available across VITM Bengaluru, RSC&P Calicut, RSC Tirupati, and DSC Kalaburagi. The online application process starts on 18th May 2026 at the official website https://www.vismuseum.gov.in/recruitment.php. Check the complete recruitment details from this article.
VITM Notification 2026 PDF Out
The official notification for VITM Recruitment 2026 has been released on the official website https://www.vismuseum.gov.in. The PDF consists of post-wise vacancy details, category-wise distribution, educational qualifications, age limit, pay matrix, application fee, selection process, and all other terms & conditions. The direct link to download the advertisement is shared below.
VITM Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Highlights
Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technological Museum (VITM) has initiated the recruitment process for various posts with the release of the official notification. Below are the key highlights:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technological Museum (VITM) |
| Parent Organization | National Council of Science Museums (NCSM), Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India |
| Post Names | Education Assistant ‘A’, Junior Stenographer, Office Assistant (Gr.III), Technician ‘A’, Artist ‘A’ |
| Total Vacancies | 12 |
| Mode of Application | Online only |
| Registration Dates | 18th May to 15th June 2026 |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree (Education Assistant) |
| Age Limit | 25 to 35 years (post-dependent) |
| Pay Matrix Level | Level-5 (₹29,200-92,300) |
| Application Fee | ₹885/- (Exempted for Women/SC/ST/PwD/Ex-Servicemen) |
| Selection Process | Written Test / Skill Test / Typing Test as per post |
| Exam Centre | Bengaluru |
| Job Location | Bengaluru, Calicut, Tirupati, Kalaburagi (with transfer liability anywhere in India under NCSM) |
Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technological Museum Recruitment Important Dates
Candidates must keep the following important dates in mind to avoid missing any deadlines:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | May 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 18th May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 15th June 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 15th June 2026 |
VITM Vacancy 2026
Under this recruitment drive, a total of 12 vacancies have been announced across various posts and units. Complete details are as follows:
1. Education Assistant ‘A’
| Unit | Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| VITM, Bengaluru | UR | 1 |
| RSC&P, Calicut | UR | 1 |
| RSC, Tirupati | UR | 1 |
| DSC, Kalaburagi | UR | 1 |
2. Junior Stenographer
| Unit | Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| VITM, Bengaluru | UR | 1 |
3. Office Assistant (Gr.III)
| Unit | Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| VITM, Bengaluru | UR | 1 |
| RSC, Tirupati | UR | 1 |
| RSC, Tirupati | OBC | 1 |
4. Technician ‘A’
| Unit | Trade | Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| VITM, Bengaluru | Fitter | SC | 1 |
| RSC, Tirupati | Fitter | SC | 1 |
| RSC&P, Calicut | Carpenter | OBC | 1 |
5. Artist ‘A’ –
| Unit | Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| VITM, Bengaluru | SC | 1 |
Summary of Vacancies
| Post | UR | OBC | SC | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education Assistant ‘A’ | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Junior Stenographer | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Office Assistant (Gr.III) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Technician ‘A’ | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Artist ‘A’ | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 7 | 2 | 3 | 12 |
VITM Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
The cut-off date for determining the upper age limit and qualifications is 15th June 2026.
Post-Wise Educational Qualification and Age Limit
| Post | Essential Qualification | Age Limit (Max) |
|---|---|---|
| Education Assistant ‘A’ | Bachelor’s Degree in Science with Physics and combination of any two: Chemistry, Mathematics, Electronics, Computer Science, Astronomy, Geology, Statistics OR Bachelor’s Degree in Science with Chemistry and combination of any two: Zoology, Botany, Microbiology, Environmental Science, Bio-Technology, Molecular Biology from a recognized University. | 35 years |
| Junior Stenographer | Higher Secondary or its equivalent with minimum speed of 80 w.p.m. in Shorthand duly supported by certificate from a Government recognized Institution. | 25 years |
| Office Assistant (Gr.III) | Higher Secondary or its equivalent. Must qualify in typing test: 35 w.p.m. in English or 30 w.p.m. in Hindi on computer (10500/9000 KDPH respectively) with certificate from a Government recognized Institution. | 25 years |
| Technician ‘A’ | SSC/Matriculation with ITI certificate in relevant discipline (Fitter/Carpentry). Experience: 1 year after 2-year ITI course OR 2 years after 1-year ITI course. | 35 years |
| Artist ‘A’ | Diploma/Certificate in Fine/Commercial Art of at least 2 years after SSLC. Experience: 1 year after 2-year course OR 2 years after 1-year course. | 35 years |
Age Relaxation
Upper age limit is relaxable for reserved categories as per Government of India Rules. Candidates claiming age relaxation may refer to Govt. of India, Dept. of Personnel & Training, Office Memorandum No.15012/2/2010-Estt.(D) dated 27.03.2012.
Note: Selection to reserved category posts will be based on the State of domicile.
VITM Apply Online 2026 Link
The online application process commences on 18th May 2026 at the official VITM Recruitment Portal.
Application Process:
- Register with a valid email ID, mobile number, and complete name.
- Follow the step-by-step online application process.
- Upload self-attested scanned copies of all certificates, semester-wise marksheets, caste certificate (if applicable), and other relevant documents in JPEG/JPG format (up to 250KB).
- Upload scanned colour recent passport size photograph (JPEG/JPG, up to 250KB) and scanned signature (JPEG/JPG, up to 250KB).
- Pay application fee (if applicable) through SBI Collect Payment Portal.
- Verify the preview and SUBMIT the application.
Important: Even if the fee has been paid, merely saving the online application without final submission will not be considered a valid application.
VITM Apply Online 2026 Link (Active)
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee (including 18% GST) |
|---|---|
| General (UR) / OBC | ₹885/- (₹750 + ₹135 GST) |
| Women / SC / ST / PwD / Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | NIL |
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FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are announced under VITM Recruitment 2026?
A total of 12 vacancies across 5 posts: Education Assistant ‘A’ (4), Junior Stenographer (1), Office Assistant Gr.III (3), Technician ‘A’ (3), and Artist ‘A’ (1).
Q2. What is the application fee for VITM Recruitment 2026?
General/OBC candidates have to pay ₹885/- (including 18% GST). Women, SC, ST, PwD, and Ex-Servicemen are exempted.
Q3. What is the selection process for VITM Recruitment?
The selection process includes a Written Test followed by a Skill Test/Typing Test/Shorthand Test depending on the post. Detailed criteria are available on the VITM website.
Q4. What is the age limit for VITM posts?
- Education Assistant ‘A’, Technician ‘A’, Artist ‘A’: 35 years
- Junior Stenographer, Office Assistant (Gr.III): 25 years
Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Govt. of India rules.
Q5. What is the salary for VITM posts?
- Education Assistant ‘A’ (Level-5): Basic ₹29,200/- | Total emoluments: ₹52,520 to ₹61,240/- (location-dependent)
- Junior Stenographer (Level-4): Basic ₹25,500/- | Total: ₹54,210/- (Bengaluru)
- Office Assistant/Tech/Artist (Level-2): Basic ₹19,900/- | Total: ₹35,270 to ₹39,970/- (location-dependent)
