The Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS) has announced a new recruitment opportunity. On Wednesday, the autonomous research institute under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, published a notification inviting applications for a key administrative post.
The appointment will be made on a contractual basis, and eligible candidates are encouraged to apply promptly.

CeNS Administrative Executive Cum Assistant Public Relation Officer (On Contract) Notification Out
CeNS is inviting applications for the post of Administrative Executive cum Assistant Public Relation Officer. The appointment will be purely on a contract basis, aimed at supporting the administrative, media, and event-related activities of the Centre. The selected candidate’s contract may be extended based on performance and the requirement of the institute.
Candidates must ensure that they fulfill all eligibility conditions before applying, as only shortlisted candidates will be called for further rounds of selection.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for this post must have a Master’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university or institution. In addition to the educational qualification, the following experience and skills are required:
- A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in areas such as Administration, Finance, Purchase, Accounts, Office Management, or Public Relations.
- Proficiency in using MS Office and other computer-aided systems.
The institute also specifies desirable qualifications:
- Knowledge of Administration, Personnel Management, Finance, and Accounts.
- Fluency in English, Hindi, and Kannada.
- Prior experience as an executive or administrative assistant and strong skills in office coordination and public communication.
Salary and Benefits
The selected candidate will be offered a consolidated monthly salary in the range of ₹35,000 to ₹45,000, which will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and expertise.
CeNS Administrative Executive Cum Assistant Public Relation Officer (On Contract) Notification
Job Responsibilities
The role will involve a variety of responsibilities, including:
- Managing the day-to-day operations of the office, coordinating schedules, meetings, and liaising with manpower agencies.
- Monitoring housekeeping, horticulture, security, and other staff.
- Assisting the Administrative Officer and Assistant Administrative Officer in office operations.
- Organizing events, conferences, meetings, and outreach programs.
- Drafting press releases, handling media inquiries, and managing relationships with journalists.
- Any other duties assigned by the Centre’s authorities from time to time.
Selection Process
- A written examination will be conducted as part of the selection process. Only those who qualify will be shortlisted for an interview.
- The Centre may also conduct additional skill or trade tests if necessary.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the selection process.
- Final selection will be based on merit, and candidates will be informed through email or mobile communication.
Candidates must note that fulfilling the minimum eligibility criteria does not guarantee selection.
Application Process
Interested candidates must ensure they submit all required documents and credentials. The original documents supporting educational qualifications, work experience, category certificates (for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PH candidates), and identity proofs must be presented during the verification process.
Applicants are strongly advised to regularly check the official CeNS website for any updates regarding the recruitment process.
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