CSIR Technician Recruitment 2026 The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) has released Advertisement No. R&A/01/2026 for the recruitment of 43 Technician (1) posts. Eligible Indian citizens can apply online through the official CSIR recruitment portal.
CSIR Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) |
| Advertisement No. | R&A/01/2026 |
| Post Name | Technician (1) |
| Total Posts | 43 |
| Post Group | Group-C |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Pay Level | Level-2 |
| Salary | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Starting Date | 18 August 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Last Date | 17 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
The official CSIR notification confirms the 43 vacancies and the online application schedule.
Vacancy Details
| Post Code | Trade/Post | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 260101 | Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) | 21 |
| 260102 | Desktop Publishing Operator (DTPO) | 7 |
| 260103 | Computer Hardware & Network Maintenance (CH&NM) | 5 |
| 260104 | Medical Lab Technician (MLT) | 2 |
| 260105 | Draughtsman (Architecture) | 2 |
| 260106 | Instrument Mechanic | 2 |
| 260107 | Draughtsman (Mechanical) | 1 |
| 260108 | Draughtsman (Civil) | 1 |
| 260109 | Laboratory Assistant in Chemical Plant (LACP) | 1 |
| 260110 | Interior Designer | 1 |
| Total | Technician (1) | 43 |
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| UR | 19 |
| OBC (NCL) | 11 |
| SC | 6 |
| ST | 3 |
| EWS | 4 |
| Total | 43 |
Two posts are reserved for PwBD candidates, while four posts are reserved horizontally for Ex-Servicemen.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must generally have:
- Passed SSC/10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects and minimum 55% marks, and
- Possess an ITI Certificate or National/State Trade Certificate in the relevant trade.
Alternatively, candidates may be eligible through the prescribed relevant apprenticeship experience or qualifying work experience, depending on the specific trade. The exact eligibility varies by post code.
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: 28 years as on the closing date of application.
- Age relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (NCL): 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
- Other categories: As per applicable CSIR/Government rules.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS and applicable candidates | ₹500 |
| Women | Nil |
| SC/ST | Nil |
| PwBD | Nil |
| Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
The application fee, where applicable, is payable online through SBI Collect.
Selection Process
The selection process will include:
- Screening of applications
- Trade Test – Qualifying in nature
- Competitive Written Examination
Only candidates who qualify in the Trade Test will be called for the written examination. The written examination consists of:
- Paper-I: Mental Ability Test
- Paper-II: General Awareness and English Language
- Paper-III: Concerned Subject/Trade
The final merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained in Paper-II and Paper-III.
Written Examination
The examination will be OMR-based or computer-based and will contain 150 questions, with a total duration of 2 hours 30 minutes.
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Maximum Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | Mental Ability Test | 50 | 100 | 1 Hour |
| Paper-II | General Awareness | 25 | 75 | 30 Minutes |
| Paper-II | English Language | 25 | 75 | 30 Minutes |
| Paper-III | Concerned Subject/Trade | 50 | 150 | 1 Hour |
There is no negative marking in Paper-I. Paper-II and Paper-III carry one negative mark for each wrong answer.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official CSIR recruitment portal:
Apply Online – CSIR Technician Recruitment 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 18 August 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 17 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Last Date for Online Application | 17 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
Important Links
| Particular | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Recruitment Advertisement | Click Here |
Candidates are advised to regularly check the CSIR website for any addendum, corrigendum or updated information relating to the recruitment.
FAQs of CSIR Technician Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are available in CSIR Technician Recruitment 2026?
There are 43 Technician (1) vacancies.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 17 September 2026, 5:00 PM.
Q3. What is the age limit?
The upper age limit is 28 years, with applicable category-wise relaxation.
Q4. What is the salary?
Selected candidates will receive Pay Matrix Level-2: ₹19,900–₹63,200 plus applicable allowances.
Q5. What is the application fee?
The fee is ₹500 for applicable candidates, while Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted.
Note: Candidates should read the complete official advertisement carefully before submitting the online application.
