Interested ITI candidates should carefully check the trade-wise vacancy, educational qualification, age limit, application fee, selection process and other important conditions before applying.
CSIR Technician Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization | Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) |
| Advertisement No. | R&A/01/2026 |
| Post Name | Technician (1) |
| Group | Group-II (1) |
| Job Category | Group-C |
| Total Vacancies | 43 |
| Pay Level | Level-2 |
| Pay Scale | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Maximum Age | 28 Years |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 18 August 2026 at 10:00 AM |
| Last Date | 17 September 2026 at 05:00 PM |
| Application Fee | ₹500 for applicable candidates |
| Official Website | CSIR |
CSIR Technician Vacancy 2026 – Trade Wise
| Post Code | Trade | Total Posts | Reservation / Location Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 260101 | Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) | 21 | UR-08, OBC-06, SC-03, ST-02, EWS-02; 02 PwBD and 02 ESM posts |
| 260102 | Desktop Publishing Operator (DTPO) | 07 | UR-02, OBC-02, SC-01, EWS-02; 01 ESM post |
| 260103 | Computer Hardware & Network Maintenance (CH&NM) | 05 | UR-02, OBC-02, ST-01; 01 post for CSIR-URDIP, Pune and 01 ESM post |
| 260104 | Medical Lab Technician (MLT) | 02 | UR-01, OBC-01; CSIR-Innovation Complex, Mumbai |
| 260105 | Draughtsman (Architecture) | 02 | UR-01, SC-01 |
| 260106 | Instrument Mechanic | 02 | UR-01, SC-01; CSIR-Innovation Complex, Mumbai |
| 260107 | Draughtsman (Mechanical) | 01 | UR-01 |
| 260108 | Draughtsman (Civil) | 01 | UR-01 |
| 260109 | Laboratory Assistant in Chemical Plant (LACP) | 01 | UR-01; CSIR-Innovation Complex, Mumbai |
| 260110 | Interior Designer | 01 | UR-01 |
| Total | All Trades | 43 | – |
Educational Qualification
For the advertised Technician trades, the basic educational requirement is SSC/10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects and minimum 55% marks, along with the relevant ITI certificate/National or State Trade Certificate.
For each trade, the notification also provides alternative eligibility routes based on relevant apprenticeship training or relevant work experience. Candidates should therefore check the exact qualification prescribed against their respective Post Code before applying.
Trade Wise Eligibility
1. COPA – Post Code 260101: 10th/SSC or equivalent with Science subjects and minimum 55% marks + ITI/NTC/STC in Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA).
Alternative: 10th with Science and 55% marks + 02 years full-time apprentice trainee experience from a recognized institution in COPA, OR 03 years relevant work experience in COPA in a Ministry/Department/Organization/PSU/Autonomous Body under Central Government/State/UT.
2. Desktop Publishing Operator (DTPO) – Post Code 260102: 10th/SSC or equivalent with Science subjects and minimum 55% marks + ITI/NTC/STC in Desktop Publishing Operator.
Alternative: 02 years full-time apprentice trainee experience or 03 years relevant work experience as prescribed in the notification.
3. Computer Hardware & Network Maintenance (CH&NM) – Post Code 260103: 10th/SSC or equivalent with Science subjects and minimum 55% marks + ITI/NTC/STC in Computer Hardware & Network Maintenance.
Alternative: 02 years full-time apprentice trainee experience or 03 years relevant work experience as prescribed in the notification.
4. Medical Lab Technician (MLT) – Post Code 260104: 10th/SSC or equivalent with Science subjects and minimum 55% marks + ITI/NTC/STC in Medical Lab Technician.
Alternative: 02 years full-time apprentice trainee experience or 03 years relevant work experience as prescribed in the notification.
5. Draughtsman (Architecture) – Post Code 260105: 10th/SSC or equivalent with Science subjects and minimum 55% marks + ITI/NTC/STC in Draughtsman (Architecture).
Alternative: 02 years full-time apprentice trainee experience or 03 years relevant work experience as prescribed in the notification.
6. Instrument Mechanic – Post Code 260106: 10th/SSC or equivalent with Science subjects and minimum 55% marks + ITI/NTC/STC in Instrument Mechanic.
Alternative: 02 years full-time apprentice trainee experience or 03 years relevant work experience as prescribed in the notification.
7. Draughtsman (Mechanical) – Post Code 260107: 10th/SSC or equivalent with Science subjects and minimum 55% marks + ITI/NTC/STC in Draughtsman (Mechanical).
Alternative: 02 years full-time apprentice trainee experience or 03 years relevant work experience as prescribed in the notification.
8. Draughtsman (Civil) – Post Code 260108: 10th/SSC or equivalent with Science subjects and minimum 55% marks + ITI/NTC/STC in Draughtsman (Civil).
Alternative: 02 years full-time apprentice trainee experience or 03 years relevant work experience as prescribed in the notification.
9. Laboratory Assistant in Chemical Plant (LACP) – Post Code 260109: 10th/SSC or equivalent with Science subjects and minimum 55% marks + ITI/NTC/STC in Laboratory Assistant in Chemical Plant.
Alternative: 02 years full-time apprentice trainee experience or 03 years relevant work experience as prescribed in the notification.
10. Interior Designer – Post Code 260110: 10th/SSC or equivalent with Science subjects and minimum 55% marks + ITI/NTC/STC in Interior Designer.
Alternative: 02 years full-time apprentice trainee experience or 03 years relevant work experience as prescribed in the notification.
Job Requirement
The advertised Technician posts are categorized as Support Staff. Selected candidates are expected to provide skilled assistance to scientific and technical staff.
Age Limit
The maximum age limit is 28 years as on the closing date of online application, i.e. 17 September 2026.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 05 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 03 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 03 years after deduction of military service rendered from actual age, as prescribed |
| CSIR Departmental Candidates / eligible Government Department / Autonomous Body / PSU employees with at least 03 years regular and continuous service | 05 Years |
| Widows / Divorced Women / Judicially Separated Women, not remarried | Up to 35 years |
| SC/ST Women under the above category | Up to 40 years |
Other age relaxation, wherever applicable, will be as per prevailing CSIR rules. Candidates applying against UR vacancies while belonging to SC/ST/OBC are not entitled to category-based age relaxation for that UR application.
Application Fee
- ₹500: Candidates who are required to pay the application fee.
- Fee Exempted: Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates.
- The fee is payable online through SBI Collect.
- Fee once paid will not be refunded or adjusted against another recruitment/examination.
Selection Process
- Screening of applications by a Screening Committee.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for a Trade Test.
- The Trade Test will be qualifying in nature.
- Candidates qualifying in the Trade Test will be called for the competitive written examination.
- The written examination consists of Paper-I, Paper-II and Paper-III.
- Paper-II and Paper-III will be evaluated only for candidates securing the minimum threshold marks fixed in Paper-I.
- The Final Merit List will be prepared on the basis of marks obtained in Paper-II and Paper-III.
CSIR Technician Exam Pattern 2026
Mode: OMR Based or Computer Based Objective Type Multiple Choice Examination.
Exam Standard: SSC + ITI / XII Standard.
Medium: Questions will be set in English and Hindi, except questions on English Language.
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Maximum Marks | Time | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | Mental Ability Test | 50 | 100 | 1 Hour | No negative marking |
| Paper-II | General Awareness | 25 | 75 | 30 Minutes | 1 mark for each wrong answer |
| Paper-II | English Language | 25 | 75 | Included in 30 Minutes | 1 mark for each wrong answer |
| Paper-III | Concerned Subject/Trade | 50 | 150 | 1 Hour | 1 mark for each wrong answer |
Total: 150 questions. Total examination time is 2 hours 30 minutes.
The Mental Ability Test may include General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, Problem Solving and Situational Judgement. The detailed syllabus for the Trade Test and Paper-III will be notified later on the official CSIR website.
Reservation Details
Out of the total 43 Technician posts, the category-wise breakup mentioned in the advertisement is UR-19, OBC (NCL)-11, SC-06, ST-03 and EWS-04.
PwBD: 02 posts out of 43 are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities — one post for category “b” and one post for categories “d & e” as specified in the advertisement.
Ex-Servicemen: 04 posts out of 43 are reserved for Ex-Servicemen under horizontal reservation.
Important Documents Required
- Recent passport-size photograph.
- Signature.
- Live Photo during the online application process.
- Proof of Date of Birth.
- Educational qualification certificates from 10th onwards.
- Relevant ITI / Trade Certificate.
- Experience Certificate, wherever applicable.
- Caste / Community Certificate, wherever applicable.
- Disability Certificate, wherever applicable.
- Discharge Book / relevant certificate for Ex-Servicemen, wherever applicable.
- NOC from present employer, wherever applicable.
- Any other supporting documents required by the application portal.
Important Instructions for Online Application
Candidates must first complete registration using their name, email address and mobile number. After successful registration, User ID and password will be provided through the registered email/mobile.
The online application contains sections for Apply, Personal Details, Education, Experience, Additional Details, Uploads and Preview & Submit. Candidates should verify all information carefully before final submission because application details cannot be edited after final submission.
Candidates applying for more than one Post Code must submit a separate application for each Post Code, including the applicable separate fee and required documents.
After fee payment, applicable candidates must enter the payment details and upload the SBI Collect e-Receipt/Transaction Receipt before the last date.
Application Dates
| Online Application / Registration Start | 18 August 2026 – 10:00 AM |
| Last Date for Fee Submission | 17 September 2026 – 05:00 PM |
| Last Date for Online Application | 17 September 2026 – 05:00 PM |
Posting / Job Location
CSIR Headquarters and its Units are situated at Delhi-NCR, Pune and Mumbai (Maharashtra). Selected candidates may initially be posted at any of these three locations, wherever required.
CSIR Technician Salary & Benefits
The post carries Pay Matrix Level-2: ₹19,900–₹63,200. In addition to pay, applicable allowances such as House Rent Allowance and Travel Allowance are admissible at Central Government rates applicable to CSIR employees.
Other benefits mentioned in the notification include Leave Travel Concession, medical expenditure reimbursement and Children Education Allowance as per CSIR rules. CSIR accommodation may also be allotted subject to availability and applicable rules.
New entrants appointed on or after 01 January 2004 are governed by the National Pension System (NPS) as adopted by CSIR.
Important Points for Candidates
- All eligibility conditions must be fulfilled on 17 September 2026.
- Experience, wherever required, will be counted after acquiring the prescribed minimum educational qualification.
- Part-time, daily wage and visiting/guest faculty experience will not be counted for shortlisting.
- Educational qualifications must be from recognized Boards/Institutions/Universities.
- False or incorrect information can lead to cancellation of candidature.
- No separate call letter will be sent by post. E-Admit Cards/Roll Numbers and other communications will be published through the CSIR website.
- Candidates should regularly check the official CSIR website for addendum, corrigendum and updated recruitment information.
- In case of any discrepancy, the English version of the advertisement will prevail.
How to Apply for CSIR Technician Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official CSIR website or CSIR Recruitment portal.
- Open the Technician (1) Recruitment 2026 section.
- Complete the online registration using your name, email ID and mobile number.
- Login with the User ID and password received after registration.
- Complete the profile and application form carefully.
- Enter educational qualification, experience and other required details.
- Upload photograph, signature, live photo and required documents.
- Preview the complete application and verify every detail.
- Submit the application form.
- Pay the applicable application fee through SBI Collect.
- Upload/enter payment details as instructed and keep the final submitted application and payment receipt safely for future reference.
Important Links
| Particular | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download Official Notification |
| Apply Online | Apply Online |
| Official CSIR Website | Visit Official Website |
CSIR Technician Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are available in CSIR Technician Recruitment 2026?
A total of 43 Technician (1) vacancies are advertised.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date for both fee submission and online application is 17 September 2026 at 05:00 PM.
Q3. What is the maximum age limit?
The basic upper age limit is 28 years as on 17 September 2026, with applicable category-wise relaxation.
Q4. What is the application fee?
The applicable application fee is ₹500. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted from payment of fee.
Q5. What is the selection process?
The selection process includes application screening, qualifying Trade Test and competitive written examination consisting of Paper-I, Paper-II and Paper-III. Final merit is prepared on the basis of Paper-II and Paper-III marks.
Q6. What is the salary for CSIR Technician?
The post carries Pay Matrix Level-2, ₹19,900–₹63,200, along with applicable allowances and benefits as per CSIR rules.
Q7. Can a candidate apply for more than one trade?
Yes. A candidate can apply for multiple Post Codes provided the candidate fulfills the eligibility criteria for each Post Code. A separate application and applicable fee are required for each Post Code.
Q8. Where can candidates apply?
Applications are accepted online through the official CSIR website / CSIR Recruitment portal only. No other mode of application is accepted.
Conclusion
CSIR Technician Recruitment 2026 is an important opportunity for eligible ITI candidates in COPA, DTPO, CH&NM, MLT, Draughtsman and other advertised trades. Candidates should verify their exact Post Code-wise eligibility and documents before submitting the application. Apply well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Disclaimer: This post is prepared from the official CSIR Advertisement No. R&A/01/2026. Candidates are advised to read the complete official notification carefully before applying. In case of any discrepancy, the official CSIR notification and subsequent official updates/corrigenda shall be final.
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