The Inter-University Accelerator Centre (IUAC) has officially released the IUAC Recruitment 2026 Notification under Advertisement No. 06/2026 for the direct recruitment of various Group ‘C’ and scientific posts. IUAC is an autonomous institution funded by the University Grants Commission (UGC) under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. The recruitment drive aims to fill vacancies for Scientist-C, Junior Engineer (JE)-C, and Library Assistant-C.
Interested and eligible Indian citizens can submit their applications through the online mode. The IUAC Recruitment 2026 online application process commenced on 2 July 2026 and will remain open until 4 August 2026. Candidates are advised to check the official notification for detailed information regarding eligibility criteria, age limit, educational qualifications, selection process, application fee, and other important instructions before applying.
IUAC Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | Inter-University Accelerator Centre (IUAC) |
| Advertisement No. | 06/2026 |
| Recruitment Type | Direct Recruitment |
| Post Names | Scientist-C, Junior Engineer-C, Library Assistant-C |
| Total Vacancies | 08 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | iuac.res.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 2 July 2026 |
| Apply Online Start Date | 2 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application | 4 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
Application Fees
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Scientist-C | Rs. 1,000/- |
| Junior Engineer-C / Library Assistant-C | Rs. 500/- |
| SC/ST Candidates | Rs. 500/- |
| PWD/ Women Candidates | Rs. 250/- |
IUAC Recruitment 2026 Age Limit Vacancy and Qualification Details.
The age criteria for IUAC Recruitment 2026 are different for each advertised post. According to the official notification, the upper age limit is 26 years for the Scientist-C post, 30 years for Junior Engineer (JE)-C, and 34 years for the Library Assistant-C post.
The cut-off date for determining the candidate’s age is 04 August 2026. Applicants must ensure they satisfy the prescribed age requirements as on the cut-off date. Age relaxation for reserved categories will be provided as per the rules and guidelines of the Government of India. (Use Age Calculator)
| Post Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Scientist-C | 05 (UR-03, EWS-01, ST-01) | M.Sc. (Physics/ Applied Physics) |
| Junior Engineer-C | 02 (UR-01, OBC-01) | Diploma (Electronics) |
| Library Assistant-C | 01 (UR) | B.Lib. with B.Sc. and 4 years’ experience |
IUAC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The IUAC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process varies depending on the post applied for. Candidates will be shortlisted through the stages prescribed in the official notification. The post-wise selection procedure is as follows:
Scientist-C
- Written Examination
- Personal Interview
Junior Engineer (JE)-C
- Written Examination
- Skill/Trade Test
Library Assistant-C
- Written Examination
- Skill/Trade Test
Candidates must qualify at each stage of the recruitment process to be considered for final selection. The detailed examination pattern, qualifying criteria, and other selection-related guidelines are available in the official notification.
How to Apply Online for IUAC Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official IUAC Recruitment 2026 portal by following the steps below:
- Visit the official IUAC online application portal.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number, if applying for the first time.
- Complete the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and communication details.
- Upload the required documents, including a recent passport-size photograph, signature, and other supporting certificates in the prescribed format.
- Pay the prescribed application fee through the available online payment methods, if applicable.
- Review all the entered information carefully before submitting the application form.
- Submit the online application on or before 04 August 2026 (11:59 PM).
- Download and print the final submitted application form for future reference.
Important: Candidates are not required to send a hard copy of the online application form or any supporting documents to the Inter-University Accelerator Centre unless specifically requested during the recruitment process.
Important Links
| IUAC Recruitment 2026 Short Notice | Short Notice |
| IUAC Recruitment 2026 Notification | Notification |
| IUAC Recruitment 2026 Online Form | Apply Online |
| Inter-University Accelerator Centre (IUAC) Official Website | IUAC |
