IISER Kolkata Jobs 2026 – The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Kolkata has released three recruitment notices in September 2026. One is an online recruitment for Private Secretary, under Notice No. IISER-K/Admn/NT-03/2026 dated 1 September 2026. The other two are walk-in interview notices for Gym Instructor and for Sports Coaches. All three notices are posted on the IISER Kolkata careers page.
Together, the three notices cover 4 vacancies: one Private Secretary, one Gym Instructor, and two Sports Coaches, one each for Basketball and Lawn Tennis. The Private Secretary post needs an online application. The Gym Instructor and Sports Coach posts need candidates to appear directly for a walk-in interview with their documents. Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official IISER Kolkata Notice No. IISER-K/Admn/NT-03/2026 dated 1 September 2026, and the Institute’s walk-in interview notices for Gym Instructor and Sports Coaches. Last verified: 9 September 2026.
IISER Kolkata is recruiting one Private Secretary through Notice No. IISER-K/Admn/NT-03/2026, with online applications open until 21 September 2026 at iiserkolnt.samarth.edu.in. The Institute is also holding walk-in interviews on 11 September 2026 for one Gym Instructor and two Sports Coach posts, one each in Basketball and Lawn Tennis. Selection for Private Secretary runs through shortlisting, a skill test and a written test. Selection for Gym Instructor and Sports Coach runs through an interview and a practical test.
Quick summary of IISER Kolkata Jobs 2026
| Post | Vacancy | Application Mode | Last Date / Interview |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Secretary | 1 | Online | 21 Sep 2026 (online), 28 Sep 2026 (hard copy) |
| Gym Instructor (Part-time) | 1 | Walk-in interview | 11 Sep 2026 |
| Sports Coach – Basketball | 1 | Walk-in interview | 11 Sep 2026 |
| Sports Coach – Lawn Tennis | 1 | Walk-in interview | 11 Sep 2026 |
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About IISER Kolkata
IISER Kolkata is an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. It works to build excellence in education and research in the basic sciences. The Institute is based at Mohanpur in Nadia district, West Bengal. It runs administrative, sports and student-support functions alongside its academic departments, which is why this recruitment cycle covers a senior secretariat post along with part-time sports and fitness roles.

Local context
Mohanpur is in Nadia district, West Bengal, within reach of Kolkata and Kalyani by road and rail. This is added context, not part of the official notice. Confirm with the official website. Candidates from Kolkata, Kalyani, Ranaghat and nearby towns can commute for the walk-in interview or for later joining. The Private Secretary post suits candidates already working in central government offices in and around Kolkata. The Gym Instructor and Sports Coach posts suit candidates based in or near Nadia district who can commit to evening or session-based hours on campus.
IISER Kolkata Jobs 2026 – Vacancy details and pay
| Post | No. of Posts | Pay / Remuneration | Tenure | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Secretary | 1 | Pay Level-7 (7th CPC) | Regular, 1-year probation | UR |
| Gym Instructor (Part-time) | 1 | ₹600 per day, consolidated | 6 months | Not mentioned in the official notice |
| Sports Coach – Basketball | 1 | ₹1,000 per session, up to ₹12,000 per month | 1 October 2026 to 31 March 2027 | Not mentioned in the official notice |
| Sports Coach – Lawn Tennis | 1 | ₹1,000 per session, up to ₹12,000 per month | 1 October 2026 to 31 March 2027 | Not mentioned in the official notice |
Private Secretary (Online Application)
IISER Kolkata is filling one Private Secretary post through direct recruitment. This is a Group B post at Pay Level-7 of the 7th CPC, for the unreserved (UR) category. The upper age limit is 38 years. Notice No. IISER-K/Admn/NT-03/2026 was issued on 1 September 2026.
Eligibility
- Educational qualification: Master’s degree with 50% marks, with an excellent command of English.
- Computer key depression speed of 60 words per minute.
- A 1-year diploma or proficiency certificate in Computer and Office applications from a recognised institute.
- Experience: 5 years of relevant experience in government organisations in Pay Level-6 or above.
- Desirable: English stenography or shorthand at 100 words per minute, and experience as Personal Assistant or Private Secretary to a Director, Dean, Registrar or equivalent, in an IIT, IISER, NIT, Central University, National Laboratory or other centrally funded technical institution.
Selection process
The selection process for IISER Kolkata Jobs 2026 has three stages.
- Shortlisting of online applications by an Institute-level Scrutiny Committee.
- A Computer Skill Test and a Stenography Trade Test. Both are qualifying only, and marks do not carry forward.
- A Written Test of 100 marks. Final selection depends on merit in the written test.
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Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application opens | 1 September 2026 |
| Online application closes | 21 September 2026, 5:30 PM |
| Hard copy must reach IISER Kolkata | 28 September 2026, 5:30 PM |
| Date for age, qualifications and experience | 21 September 2026 |
Application fee
The fee is ₹500, made up of ₹450 application fee and ₹50 registration fee, paid through the payment gateway. SC, ST, PWD, Women and Ex-servicemen candidates do not pay the ₹450 application fee, but must still pay the ₹50 registration fee. Once paid, the fee is not refunded.
How to apply
- Visit the Private Secretary application portal and fill in the online application.
- Submit the online application before 21 September 2026, 5:30 PM.
- Download the filled application form as a PDF after submitting it online.
- Send the hard copy of this PDF, with self-attested testimonials and certificates, by speed post, registered post or courier.
- Address the envelope to The Dean (Administration), Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Kolkata, Mohanpur, Nadia District, PIN – 741246. Superscribe it ‘APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF PRIVATE SECRETARY’.
- The hard copy must reach the Institute by 28 September 2026, 5:30 PM.
Documents to keep ready: self-attested mark sheets and certificates, experience letters on the employer’s letterhead stating designation, period of service and pay, equivalency certificates where the qualification held is not a direct match, category or PwBD certificates, and a Vigilance Certificate or NOC for candidates currently working in government organisations.
Gym Instructor, Part-time (Walk-In Interview)
IISER Kolkata is hiring one Gym Instructor on a part-time, contractual basis, with payment per session day. This is a separate walk-in interview notice, not part of the Private Secretary recruitment above.
Eligibility
- Pass in Higher Secondary (10+2) examination.
- A diploma in fitness training or a Gym Instructor from a recognised institute.
- Minimum 2 years of service experience in a government-registered gymnasium or institute.
- A bodybuilding background is preferred for the men’s gym instructor role.
Working hours, pay and tenure
The role runs daily in the evening, from 5 PM to 9 PM, five days a week. The consolidated remuneration is ₹600 per day, all-inclusive. The engagement is for 6 months.
Interview details
The walk-in interview is on 11 September 2026, starting at 11:00 AM. Reporting time is 10:30 AM. It will be held at the Office of the Associate Dean of Students’ Affairs, Ground Floor, C.V. Raman Admin cum Academic Building, IISER Kolkata, Mohanpur, Nadia. No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview.
Selection is through an interview followed by a practical test.
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Documents to bring
- One application letter.
- A hard copy of a detailed curriculum vitae (CV).
- Self-attested copies of mark sheets and certificates.
- Photo identity proof.
- Original documents, for verification against the self-attested copies.
Sports Coaches, Basketball and Lawn Tennis (Walk-In Interview)
IISER Kolkata is hiring two sports coaches on a short-term, temporary basis, one for Basketball and one for Lawn Tennis.
Eligibility
Candidates need any one of the following.
- BPE or BPEd from a recognised university.
- A diploma in coaching, minimum 1-year course, from a recognised institute, with 1 year of coaching experience in a school, college, institute or recognised club.
- A certificate course in coaching, minimum 6 weeks, from a recognised university, with 3 years of coaching experience in a school, college, institute or recognised club.
- Representation of India at international level, or a medal at Inter University level, or participation at Inter University level.
- National-level standard, with a minimum of 3 years of coaching experience in a school, college, institute or recognised club.
Remuneration and tenure
Pay is ₹1,000 per session, where 4 hours count as one session. A coach can take up to 12 sessions a month, for a maximum of ₹12,000 per month. The engagement runs from 1 October 2026 to 31 March 2027.
Interview details
The walk-in interview is on 11 September 2026, starting at 11:00 AM, with reporting time at 10:30 AM. The venue is the same as the Gym Instructor interview: Office of the Associate Dean of Students’ Affairs, Ground Floor, C.V. Raman Admin cum Academic Building. No TA/DA is paid.
Selection is through an interview followed by a practical test.
Documents to bring
- One application letter.
- A hard copy of a detailed curriculum vitae (CV).
- Self-attested copies of mark sheets and certificates.
- Photo identity proof.
- A copy of category certificates.
- Original documents, for verification against the self-attested copies.
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Should you apply?
The Private Secretary post suits candidates already working in central government offices, with strong English, computer and stenography skills. It is a regular Group B position with a defined pay level, though selection runs through three stages including a written test, so preparation takes time. Candidates without 5 years of Pay Level-6 government experience are not eligible, whatever their other qualifications.
The Gym Instructor and Sports Coach posts suit candidates who want short, defined-term work rather than a long career. This is added context, not part of the official notice. Confirm with the official website. Pay is on a per-day or per-session basis, not a fixed monthly salary, and both engagements end on a fixed date, with no mention of extension or absorption into a permanent role. Candidates who can reach Mohanpur on short notice have an advantage, since the interview is only two days after this notice.
Important links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Private Secretary online application portal | Apply now |
| Official corrigendum and updates page | IISER Kolkata jobs and corrigendum |
| All three notices | IISER Kolkata careers page |
| More West Bengal government job openings | West Bengal Jobs |
| Jobs open to 12th pass candidates | 12th Pass Jobs |
| Check age eligibility for the Private Secretary post | Age Calculator |
What is the last date to apply for the IISER Kolkata Private Secretary post?
The online application closes on 21 September 2026 at 5:30 PM. Candidates must also send a hard copy of the filled application form to IISER Kolkata by 28 September 2026, 5:30 PM. Applications received after either deadline will not be considered.
When is the IISER Kolkata Gym Instructor and Sports Coach walk-in interview?
Both walk-in interviews are on 11 September 2026, starting at 11:00 AM, with reporting at 10:30 AM. The venue is the Associate Dean of Students’ Affairs Office, Ground Floor, C.V. Raman Admin cum Academic Building.
What is the salary for the IISER Kolkata Sports Coach post?
Sports Coaches are paid ₹1,000 per session, where 4 hours make one session. A coach can take up to 12 sessions a month, so pay can go up to ₹12,000 a month. The engagement runs from 1 October 2026 to 31 March 2027.
Is there an application fee for the IISER Kolkata Private Secretary post?
Yes. The fee is ₹500, made up of ₹450 application fee and ₹50 registration fee. SC, ST, PWD, Women and Ex-servicemen candidates do not pay the ₹450 fee, but the ₹50 registration fee still applies.

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