ICFOSS Recruitment 2026 - Highlights
- Organization Name : ICFOSS (International Centre for Free and Open Source Software) - Govt. of Kerala
- Post Name : Technical Assistant, Engineer & Developer
- Job Type : State Govt
- Recruitment Type : Direct
- Advt No : N/A
- Vacancies : Not Specified
- Job Location : Kerala
- Salary : ₹15,000 - ₹40,000 (Per Month)
- Mode of Application : Online
- Application Start : 10.09.2026
- Last Date : 18.09.2026
Job Details Descriptions
Important Dates : ICFOSS Recruitment 2026
- Starting Date to Apply : 10 September 2026
- Last Date to Apply : 18 September 2026
Vacancy Details : ICFOSS Recruitment 2026
- Technical Assistant (Store)
- Technical Assistant (Accounts)
- Technical Assistant (Documentation & HR)
- Junior Engineer / Developer (System Administration)
- Junior Engineer / Developer (Electronics)
- Engineer / Developer (Electronics)
- Engineer / Developer (Cyber Security Analyst)
- Engineer / Developer (DevOps)
- Engineer / Developer (Software)
- Senior Engineer / Senior Developer (Electronics)
Salary Details : ICFOSS Recruitment 2026
- Technical Assistant (Store) : ₹15,000 – ₹30,000 (Per Month)
- Technical Assistant (Accounts) : ₹15,000 – ₹30,000 (Per Month)
- Technical Assistant (Documentation & HR) : ₹15,000 – ₹30,000 (Per Month)
- Junior Engineer / Developer (System Administration) : ₹20,000 – ₹35,000 (Per Month)
- Junior Engineer / Developer (Electronics) : ₹20,000 – ₹35,000 (Per Month)
- Engineer / Developer (Electronics) : ₹25,000 – ₹40,000 (Per Month)
- Engineer / Developer (Cyber Security Analyst) : ₹25,000 – ₹40,000 (Per Month)
- Engineer / Developer (DevOps) : ₹25,000 – ₹40,000 (Per Month)
- Engineer / Developer (Software) : ₹25,000 – ₹40,000 (Per Month)
- Senior Engineer / Senior Developer (Electronics) : ₹40,000 – ₹70,000 (Per Month)
Age Limit : ICFOSS Recruitment 2026
- Technical Assistant, Engineer & Developer : Not specified in the official notification.
Qualification : ICFOSS Recruitment 2026
1. Technical Assistant (Store)
- ITI – Electronics, Electrical, IT, Mechanical
- Experience: 1 Year
- Required Skill Set: Electronics Store Management Knowledge in Electronics Hardware and Components
- Qualification: M.Com
- Experience: 1 Year
- Required Skill Set: • Experience in handling GNU Khata Software • Experience in Logistics Management and documentation • Good written and verbal communication skills with proficiency in LibreOffice • Experience in Computerised Financial Management System
- Qualification: BBA
- Experience: 1 Year
- Required Skill Set: • Good written and verbal communication skills with proficiency in LibreOffice. • Experience in documentation (Government records). • Skills in preparing, maintaining and organizing official documents, records and reports. • HR administration – should be capable of supporting recruitment activities, including application screening, interview coordination and onboarding. • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle HR records and official correspondence professionally is essential. • Knowledge of using HR software (Open ERP) and basic understanding of HR processes will be an added advantage.
- Qualification: Diploma (CS) / B.Sc (CS) / BCA
- Experience: 1 Year
- Required Skill Set: • Knowledge in Linux system administration and Networking • Server Management • Working knowledge with FOSS Tools and associated systems
- Qualification: Diploma – (in Engineering) Electronics / Electrical
- Experience: 1 Year
- Required Skill Set: • Basic knowledge of Linux, Python, and Embedded C/C++ • Hands-on with Arduino, ESP32, and sensor integration • Familiar with embedded hardware, wiring, soldering, and basic PCB work • Exposure to IoT and automation projects with mechanical-electronic integration
- Qualification: B.Tech (ECE/EEE) / B.Sc (Electronics)
- Experience: 1 Year
- Required Skill Set: • Intermediate level knowledge in Python • Embedded C/C++ • ARM/Arduino/ES • Electronic circuit design • Intermediate level knowledge of power electronics design • Intermediate level knowledge in PCB designing • Working knowledge with FOSS Tools for GIS, ERP, IoT
- Qualification: B.Tech (CS/IT) / B.Sc (CS) / BCA / M.Sc (CS) / MCA / M.Tech (CS)
- Experience: 1 Year
- Required Skill Set: • VAPT Tools: Burp Suite, Nmap, Metasploit, Nessus/OpenVAS, Nikto, OWASP ZAP • Mobile/Android Pentesting Tools: MobSF, Frida, Drozer, apktool/jadx, ADB, Objection • SIEM Tools: ELK / Wazuh • Networking: TCP/IP, firewalls, VPN, IDS/IPS • OS Security: Linux & Windows hardening, log sources • Web/API/Mobile Security: OWASP Top 10, OWASP Mobile Top 10, SQLi, XSS, CSRF, insecure API auth• Cloud Security (basic-to-intermediate): AWS/Azure/GCP security groups, IAM review• Scripting: Python or Bash for automation of scans/log parsing • Frameworks/Standards: CVSS, MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, OWASP, OWASP MASVS, OWASP ASVS • Compliance/Regulatory Knowledge: DPDP Act 2023, GIGW 3.0 guidelines, WCAG 2.1/2.2
- Qualification: B.Tech (CS/IT) / B.Sc (CS) / BCA / M.Sc (CS) / MCA / M.Tech (CS)
- Experience: 1 Year
- Required Skill Set: • CI/CD Tools: Jenkins / GitLab CI / GitHub Actions • IaC Tools: Terraform, Ansible • Containers/Orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes (EKS/AKS/GKE or on-prem K8s) • Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure (compute, storage, networking, IAM) • Scripting: Bash, Python, or PowerShell for automation • Version Control: Git (GitHub/GitLab) • Monitoring/Logging: Prometheus, Grafana, ELK/EFK stack • Networking Basics: DNS, load balancers, reverse proxies (Nginx/HAProxy), VPN, SSL/TLS management • OS: Strong Linux administration • Compliance Awareness: DPDP Act 2023 (data residency, encryption, breach notification support), GIGW 3.0 hosting/security norms
- Qualification: B.Tech (CS/IT)
- Experience: 1 Year
- Required Skill Set: • Knowledge in Python, Java, Full Stack/MERN • Working knowledge with FOSS Tools for GIS, ERP, IoT • Databases: SQL and relational modeling (PostgreSQL/MySQL), basic NoSQL/key-value stores (Redis), indexing, and transaction handling • APIs & Networking: RESTful API design, HTTP/HTTPS lifecycle, JSON, and WebSockets or gRPC • DevOps & Tooling: Git (branching, PRs, rebasing), Docker containerization, CI/CD pipeline basics, and Linux CLI fundamentals
- Qualification: B.Tech (ECE/EEE) / M.Tech (ECE/EEE)
- Experience: 4 Years
- Required Skill Set: • Project Management • Proficiency in Git • Experience in Python • Experienced in embedded firmware development using Embedded C/C++ • Strong expertise in microcontroller-based systems, sensor integration, and communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART) • Skilled in PCB design, soldering, and hardware debugging • Proficient in RTOS and bare-metal programming • Demonstrated leadership in managing teams and delivering projects • Passionate about R&D, with hands-on experience in prototyping, testing, and technical documentation
Application Fee : ICFOSS Recruitment 2026
- There is no application fee required for ICFOSS Recruitment
Selection Process : ICFOSS Recruitment 2026
- The selection process involves a written examination followed by an interview.
- Only candidates who qualify in the written examination will be shortlisted for the interview.
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If you are interested and found yourself eligible for Technical Assistant, Engineer & Developer, click on the apply online link given below. Then, find the appropriate option and fill up the form. You can apply online from 10 Sep 2026 to 18 Sep 2026.
Follow the steps given below to Apply Online
- Open the official website www.icfoss.in
- Find the Technical Assistant, Engineer & Developer Job Notification in the “Recruitment / Career / Advertising Menu” and click on it.
- Download the official notification from the link provided at the end.
- Read the Full Notification. carefully and check your eligibility criteria.
- Visit the Online Official Online Application / Registration link below.
- Fill in the required details correctly without any mistakes.
- Upload all required documents in the format and size mentioned in the notification.
- Finally, after verifying that the registered details are correct, then submit.
- Next, if ICFOSS (International Centre for Free and Open Source Software) - Govt. of Kerala requires an application fee, make the payment as per the notification mode. Otherwise, go to the next step.
- Take a printout of it and keep it safe
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is the ICFOSS Recruitment 2026?
- ICFOSS has invited applications from Graduates/Post Graduates for technical resources in various Funded, Consultancy and Research projects.
- The last date for submitting applications is 18 September 2026.
- The notification lists positions ranging from Technical Assistant to Senior Engineer/Senior Developer, covering Store, Accounts, Documentation & HR, System Administration, Electronics, Cyber Security, DevOps and Software.
- Qualifications vary according to the position and include ITI, M.Com, BBA, Diploma, B.Sc, BCA, B.Tech, M.Sc, MCA and M.Tech.
- Yes. Most positions require 1 year of experience, while the Senior Engineer/Senior Developer (Electronics) position requires 4 years of experience.
- The proposed salary ranges from ₹15,000 to ₹70,000 per month, depending on the position.
- The selection process consists of a written examination followed by an interview. Only candidates who qualify in the written examination will be shortlisted for the interview.
- No. According to the notification, the engagement of resources is purely on a contract basis.
- Candidates must produce their Resume, passport-size photograph, all certificates (PG/UG/+2/10), and experience certificates in original and a copy.
- Yes. Graduates who applied for higher positions can be considered for lower positions depending on their experience and qualifications.
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