BITM Recruitment 2026 Announced: Walk-in Interview for 6 Junior Mentor Vacancies on September 25

• BITM has announced 6 contractual Junior Mentor vacancies under the SPICES scheme at science centres in Kolkata, Digha, Purulia and Patna.
• Candidates need a first-class M.Sc. or B.E./B.Tech with at least one year of relevant experience.
• Walk-in interaction will be held on September 25, 2026; selected candidates will receive ₹37,000 per month.

Birla Industrial and Technological Museum (BITM), under the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM), Ministry of Culture, Government of India, has announced contractual recruitment of Junior Mentors under the Scheme for Promoting Innovation, Creativity and Engagement of Science (SPICES). A total of 6 vacancies have been announced for science centres under BITM’s administrative control.

The BITM Junior Mentor Recruitment 2026 will be conducted through walk-in personal interaction on September 25, 2026. Candidates are required to report at the relevant centre from 9:00 AM, while entry will close at 11:00 AM. No prior online application or written examination is required.

Applicants need a first-class Master’s degree in Science or first-class Bachelor’s degree in Engineering in the relevant discipline along with at least one year of teaching, research or industry experience. The upper age limit is 30 years as on September 25, 2026.

BITM Junior Mentor Recruitment 2026 Notification

Junior Mentor Vacancy Details

The recruitment covers Electronics, Life Sciences and Electronics/Physics-related Junior Mentor positions at BITM and its associated science centres.

The recruitment notice states that 6 Junior Mentor vacancies are available. However, the available location-wise information reproduced above accounts for only 5 posts. Candidates should therefore check the official BITM notification for the remaining vacancy and exact centre/discipline allocation rather than assuming a location.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess either of the following qualifications in the relevant discipline:

• First Class Master’s Degree in Science (M.Sc.), or
• First Class Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering such as B.E./B.Tech.

The relevant disciplines include Electronics, Life Sciences, Physics and other disciplines prescribed for the individual vacancy.

Candidates should ensure that their exact academic discipline matches the requirement of the centre and post for which they intend to appear.

Experience Requirement

Applicants must have at least one year of relevant experience in teaching, research or industry.

Experience in laboratory work, research and development, industry, startup or incubation activities may also be relevant depending on the position.

BITM has indicated preference for candidates demonstrating aptitude for hands-on scientific activities, experimentation and mentoring students in investigative or innovation-based projects. Participation in science fairs, hackathons or Olympiads may also support the candidate’s profile.

Salary and Contract Period

Selected Junior Mentors will receive consolidated remuneration of Rs. 37,000 per month.

The appointment is contractual and should not be treated as a permanent appointment under BITM or NCSM.

Walk-in Date and Reporting Time

Candidates arriving after the closing time may not be permitted to participate in the selection process.

Age Limit

The upper age limit for Junior Mentor is 30 years as on September 25, 2026.

Relaxation in the upper age limit will be applicable to eligible SC, ST, OBC and PwBD candidates according to the applicable Government of India rules.

Walk-in Venues

Candidates should attend the centre corresponding to the vacancy for which they wish to be considered.

Documents Required for BITM Walk-in

Candidates should bring the completed application form along with original certificates and one set of self-attested photocopies.

Required documents include:

1. Duly filled application form
2. Valid identity proof
3. Educational qualification certificates and marksheets
4. Proof of first-class qualification
5. Experience certificates showing the required minimum experience
6. Date of birth proof
7. Category certificate, where applicable
8. Recent passport-size photographs
9. Relevant certificates relating to science fairs, hackathons, Olympiads or similar activities, if available

Original documents will be checked during verification.

Selection Process

There is no written examination for BITM Junior Mentor Recruitment 2026.

Selection will involve:

1. Registration at the walk-in venue
2. Verification of educational, experience and other eligibility documents
3. Walk-in Personal Interaction
4. Assessment based on eligibility, experience and performance in the interaction

Only candidates satisfying the prescribed eligibility requirements will be considered for final selection.

How to Attend BITM Junior Mentor Walk-in 2026

1. Visit bitm.gov.in or ncsm.gov.in and download the Junior Mentor recruitment notification and prescribed application form.
2. Check the centre-wise discipline and eligibility requirements carefully.
3. Complete the application form with accurate personal, academic and experience information.
4. Prepare one set of self-attested photocopies of all required certificates.
5. Carry the original documents for verification.
6. Report to the relevant walk-in venue at 9:00 AM on September 25, 2026.
7. Submit the completed application and photocopies at the registration desk.
8. Complete document verification and participate in the personal interaction.
9. Ensure arrival before 11:00 AM, as late entry will not be allowed.

No advance online registration is required for the walk-in process.

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