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The CSIR Technician Recruitment 2026 Notification was released on 18 August 2026 on the official websites recruitment.csir.res.in and www.csir.res.in. A total of 43 vacancies have been announced for the post of Technician (1), Group II under Advertisement No. R&A/01/2026. Candidates with an upper age limit of 28 years who have completed SSC/10th with Science subjects (minimum 55% marks) along with an ITI certificate, apprentice training, or relevant work experience in the concerned trade are eligible to apply. The online application process began on 18 August 2026 at 10:00 AM and will remain open until 17 September 2026 at 5:00 PM. Candidates can download the official notification PDF and submit their online applications through the direct links provided below in this article.
CSIR Technician Recruitment 2026 Overview
The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), established in 1942, is an autonomous body under the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR), Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India. It operates a network of 37 National Laboratories across the country.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) |
| Advertisement No. | R&A/01/2026 |
| Post Name | Technician (1), Group II |
| Total Vacancies | 43 |
| Pay Level | Group-C, Pay Matrix Level-2, Rs. 19,900-63,200/- |
| Upper Age Limit | 28 years (as on 17/09/2026), relaxable as per category |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Application Start Date | 18 August 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Application Last Date | 17 September 2026, 05:00 PM |
| Official PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | recruitment.csir.res.in / www.csir.res.in |
| Job Location | CSIR HQ and Units at Delhi-NCR, Pune, and Mumbai |
| Helpdesk | ra.helpdesk@csir.res.in |
CSIR Technician Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Candidates are advised by CSIR to apply well before the closing date, since no request for extension of the last date will be entertained.
| Event | Date/Time |
|---|---|
| Start date for online registration/fee submission | 18 August 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Last date for online fee submission | 17 September 2026, 05:00 PM |
| Last date for submission of online application | 17 September 2026, 05:00 PM |
CSIR Technician Vacancy 2026
CSIR has notified a total of 43 Technician 1 vacancies, provisional in number and subject to change. Of these, 04 posts are reserved for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) on a horizontal basis, and 02 posts are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) – one each under category B (Deaf & Hard of Hearing) and category D&E (Autism/Intellectual Disability/Specific Learning Disability/Mental Illness, and Multiple Disabilities).
CSIR Category-wise Vacancy Break-up
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 19 |
| OBC (NCL) | 11 |
| SC | 06 |
| ST | 03 |
| EWS | 04 |
| Total | 43 |
CSIR Trade / Post Code-wise Vacancy Details
| Post Code | Trade | Total Posts | Category-wise | Posting Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 260101 | Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) | 21 | UR-08, OBC-06, SC-03, ST-02, EWS-02 | 2 posts PwBD, 2 posts ESM |
| 260102 | Desktop Publishing Operator (DTPO) | 07 | UR-02, OBC-02, SC-01, EWS-02 | 1 post ESM |
| 260103 | Computer Hardware & Network Maintenance (CH&NM) | 05 | UR-02, OBC-02, ST-01 | 1 post for CSIR-URDIP, Pune; 1 post ESM |
| 260104 | Medical Lab Technician (MLT) | 02 | UR-01, OBC-01 | For CSIR-Innovation Complex, Mumbai |
| 260105 | Draughtsman (Architecture) | 02 | UR-01, SC-01 | – |
| 260106 | Instrument Mechanic | 02 | UR-01, SC-01 | For 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 | For CSIR-Innovation Complex, Mumbai |
| 260110 | Interior Designer | 01 | UR-01 | – |
Note: The number of vacancies indicated against each post/category is provisional and may increase or decrease at the time of selection.
CSIR Technician 2026 Eligibility Criteria
CSIR Technician 2026 recruitment drive, candidates must fulfill the prescribed eligibility criteria spanning age limit, educational qualification.
CSIR Technician 2026 Educational Qualification Criteria
CSIR Technician Post Code & Trade Qualification Criteria
1. Base Requirement (Common for All Posts)
For all post codes (260101 to 260110), candidates must possess:
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SSC / 10th Standard (or equivalent) with Science subjects and a minimum of 55% marks.
2. Post-Wise Trade Requirements & Essential Qualification Options
To be eligible, candidates must satisfy the Base Requirement along with ANY ONE of the 3 essential qualification options listed below for their respective post code/trade:
| Post Code | Relevant Trade | Option 1 (Standard) | Option 2 (Apprenticeship) | Option 3 (Work Experience) |
| 260101 | COPA (Computer Operator & Programming Assistant) | ITI Certificate / National or State Trade Certificate in COPA | 2 years full-time experience as an Apprentice Trainee in COPA | 3 years work experience in COPA in a Govt/PSU/Autonomous Organization |
| 260102 | Desktop Publishing Operator (DTPO) | ITI Certificate / National or State Trade Certificate in Desktop Publishing Operator | 2 years full-time experience as an Apprentice Trainee in Desktop Publishing Operator | 3 years work experience in Desktop Publishing Operator in a Govt/PSU/Autonomous Organization |
| 260103 | Computer Hardware & Network Maintenance | ITI Certificate / National or State Trade Certificate in Computer Hardware & Network Maintenance | 2 years full-time experience as an Apprentice Trainee in Computer Hardware & Network Maintenance | 3 years work experience in Computer Hardware & Network Maintenance in a Govt/PSU/Autonomous Organization |
| 260104 | Medical Lab Technician (MLT) | ITI Certificate / National or State Trade Certificate in Medical Lab Technician | 2 years full-time experience as an Apprentice Trainee in Medical Lab Technician | 3 years work experience in Medical Lab Technician in a Govt/PSU/Autonomous Organization |
| 260105 | Draughtsman – Architecture | ITI Certificate / National or State Trade Certificate in Draughtsman (Architecture) | 2 years full-time experience as an Apprentice Trainee in Draughtsman (Architecture) | 3 years work experience in Draughtsman (Architecture) in a Govt/PSU/Autonomous Organization |
| 260106 | Instrument Mechanic | ITI Certificate / National or State Trade Certificate in Instrument Mechanic | 2 years full-time experience as an Apprentice Trainee in Instrument Mechanic | 3 years work experience in Instrument Mechanic in a Govt/PSU/Autonomous Organization |
| 260107 | Draughtsman – Mechanical | ITI Certificate / National or State Trade Certificate in Draughtsman (Mechanical) | 2 years full-time experience as an Apprentice Trainee in Draughtsman (Mechanical) | 3 years work experience in Draughtsman (Mechanical) in a Govt/PSU/Autonomous Organization |
| 260108 | Draughtsman – Civil | ITI Certificate / National or State Trade Certificate in Draughtsman (Civil) | 2 years full-time experience as an Apprentice Trainee in Draughtsman (Civil) | 3 years work experience in Draughtsman (Civil) in a Govt/PSU/Autonomous Organization |
| 260109 | Laboratory Assistant in Chemical Plant | ITI Certificate / National or State Trade Certificate in Lab Assistant (Chemical Plant) | 2 years full-time experience as an Apprentice Trainee in Lab Assistant (Chemical Plant) | 3 years work experience in Lab Assistant (Chemical Plant) in a Govt/PSU/Autonomous Organization |
| 260110 | Interior Designer | ITI Certificate / National or State Trade Certificate in Interior Designer | 2 years full-time experience as an Apprentice Trainee in Interior Designer | 3 years work experience in Interior Designer in a Govt/PSU/Autonomous Organization |
CSIR Technician Age Limit 2026
| Parameter | Details |
| Minimum Age Limit | 18 Years |
| Maximum Upper Age Limit | 28 Years (for Unreserved / General / EWS candidates) |
| Cut-off Date | Calculated as on the application closing date specified in the respective institute’s advertisement. |
Category-Wise Upper Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation Beyond Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 05 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 03 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 03 years after deduction of military service rendered from actual age |
| CSIR Departmental Candidates / Govt./Autonomous Body/PSU employees with 3+ years regular service | 05 years |
| Widows/Divorced/Judicially Separated Women (not remarried) | Up to 35 years of age |
| Widows/Divorced/Judicially Separated Women (not remarried) – SC/ST | Up to 40 years of age |
CSIR Technician Application Fee 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/Other candidates | Rs. 500/- |
| Women/SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen | Exempted (No fee) |
Apply Online Link For CSIR Technician Recruitment 2026
The official online application window for the CSIR Technician Recruitment 2026 (Advt. No. R&A/01/2026) is now active. Candidates can submit their applications online starting August 18, 2026 (10:00 AM) through the portal.
How to Apply for CSIR Technician Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates must apply online – no other mode of application is accepted.
- Go to www.csir.res.in or recruitment.csir.res.in and access the link Technician (1) / Technician – 2026, preferably using Google Chrome.
- Click Apply Online and register with your name, email address, and mobile number to receive a User ID and password.
- Fill in Gender, Date of Birth, Marital Status, Category, PwBD status (if applicable), Ex-Serviceman status (if applicable), and Govt./CSIR employee status. Once verified and locked, these profile details cannot be changed.
- The form has 6 tabs – Apply, Personal Details, Education, Experience, Additional Details, Uploads, and Preview & Submit.
- Scanned photograph (JPG, under 50 KB, 200×150 px), Live Photo Capture, signature (JPG, under 50 KB, 50×150 px), and PDF certificates (each under 1 MB) – proof of date of birth, educational qualifications (10th onwards), experience certificate, caste/disability certificate (if applicable), Discharge Book (if ESM), and NOC from present employer (if applicable).
- Applicable candidates pay Rs. 500/- online via SBI Collect and upload the e-Receipt/transaction receipt before the closing date.
- Verify all details on the Preview page before final submission, as details cannot be edited afterward. Note the generated Application No. and take a printout for your records.
CSIR Technician Selection Process 2026
Selection for CSIR Technician (1) posts follows a multi-stage process:
- Applications received within the stipulated period are screened by a Screening Committee.
- Candidates recommended/shortlisted by the Screening Committee are invited for a Trade Test, which is qualifying in nature.
- Candidates who qualify the Trade Test appear for a competitive written examination comprising Paper-I, Paper-II, and Paper-III.
- Minimum threshold marks for the Trade Test and each paper are fixed by the Selection Committee. Paper-II and Paper-III are evaluated only for candidates who clear the Paper-I threshold.
- The final merit list is prepared solely on the basis of marks obtained in Paper-II and Paper-III.
CSIR Technician Exam Pattern 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Examination | OMR-based or Computer-Based Objective Type MCQ |
| Medium | English and Hindi (except the English Language paper) |
| Standard | SSC + ITI / XIIth Standard |
| Total Questions | 150 |
| Total Time | 2 hours 30 minutes |
CSIR Technician Paper-wise Break-up
Only candidates who qualify the initial Trade Test are invited for the written exam.
| Paper | Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Negative Marking | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | Mental Ability Test (General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, Problem Solving, Situational Judgement) | 50 | 100 (2 marks/correct answer) | None | 1 hour |
| Paper-II | General Awareness | 25 | 75 (3 marks/correct answer) | 1 mark per wrong answer | 30 minutes |
| Paper-II | English Language | 25 | 75 (3 marks/correct answer) | 1 mark per wrong answer | |
| Paper-III | Concerned Subject (Trade) | 50 | 150 (3 marks/correct answer) | 1 mark per wrong answer | 1 hour |
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