CSIR Technician Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 43 Technician Posts
CSIR Technician Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 43 Technician Posts
CSIR Technician Recruitment 2026: The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) has released Advertisement No. R&A/01/2026 for direct recruitment to the post of Technician (1). A total of 43 vacancies are available under Group-C, Pay Matrix Level-2. Eligible Indian citizens can submit their applications online from 18 August 2026 to 17 September 2026.
The recruitment covers trades including COPA, Desktop Publishing Operator, Computer Hardware & Network Maintenance, Medical Lab Technician, Draughtsman, Instrument Mechanic, Laboratory Assistant in Chemical Plant and Interior Designer. Candidates should carefully check the trade-wise qualification and experience requirements 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-C |
| Total Vacancies | 43 Posts |
| Pay Level | Pay Matrix Level-2 |
| Pay Scale | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200/- |
| Age Limit | Maximum 28 years |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 18 August 2026 |
| Last Date | 17 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Official Website | CSIR Recruitment Portal |
Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| 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 |
CSIR Technician Vacancy Details
| Post Code | Trade | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 260101 | Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) | 21 |
| 260102 | Desktop Publishing Operator (DTPO) | 07 |
| 260103 | Computer Hardware & Network Maintenance (CH&NM) | 05 |
| 260104 | Medical Lab Technician (MLT) | 02 |
| 260105 | Draughtsman (Architecture) | 02 |
| 260106 | Instrument Mechanic | 02 |
| 260107 | Draughtsman (Mechanical) | 01 |
| 260108 | Draughtsman (Civil) | 01 |
| 260109 | Laboratory Assistant in Chemical Plant (LACP) | 01 |
| 260110 | Interior Designer | 01 |
| Total | 43 | |
Category-wise Vacancy
The total 43 vacancies are distributed as UR – 19, OBC (NCL) – 11, SC – 06, ST – 03 and EWS – 04. Two vacancies are reserved for PwBD candidates and four vacancies are under horizontal reservation for Ex-Servicemen.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
The basic educational requirement for the advertised Technician trades is SSC/10th standard or equivalent with Science subjects and a minimum of 55% marks, along with the relevant ITI/National/State Trade Certificate.
Alternatively, candidates may qualify through the prescribed apprenticeship or work-experience route for the concerned trade. The advertisement specifies either 2 years of full-time apprentice trainee experience from a recognized institution or 3 years of relevant work experience in the specified government/PSU/autonomous body/organization, depending on the trade.
- COPA – Computer Operator and Programming Assistant
- DTPO – Desktop Publishing Operator
- CH&NM – Computer Hardware & Network Maintenance
- MLT – Medical Lab Technician
- Draughtsman (Architecture)
- Instrument Mechanic
- Draughtsman (Mechanical)
- Draughtsman (Civil)
- LACP – Laboratory Assistant in Chemical Plant
- Interior Designer
Important: The qualification, trade and experience must match the particular post code for which the candidate applies.
Age Limit
The maximum age limit is 28 years as on the closing date of the online application, i.e. 17 September 2026.
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: As prescribed in the advertisement
- Eligible CSIR/Government/Autonomous Body/PSU employees with the prescribed service: 5 years
- Eligible widows/divorced women/women judicially separated and not remarried: Up to 35 years
- Eligible SC/ST widows/divorced women/women judicially separated and not remarried: Up to 40 years
Age relaxation is subject to the applicable CSIR/Government of India rules and the candidate must possess the required supporting certificates.
Application Fee
- General applicable candidates: ₹500/-
- Fee Exemption: Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted from payment of the application fee.
- Fee payment is to be made online through SBI Collect.
The application fee, once paid, will not be refunded or adjusted against another recruitment/examination.
Selection Process
The CSIR Technician selection process consists of screening followed by a qualifying Trade Test and competitive written examination.
- Application Screening
- Trade Test – Qualifying in Nature
- Competitive Written Examination – Paper I, Paper II and Paper III
- Final Merit List
The final merit list will be prepared on the basis of marks obtained in Paper-II and Paper-III, subject to the prescribed qualifying/threshold requirements.
CSIR Technician Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | Mental Ability Test | 50 | 100 | 1 Hour |
| Paper-II | General Awareness + English Language | 50 | 150 | 30 Minutes |
| Paper-III | Concerned Trade/Subject | 50 | 150 | 1 Hour |
Total: 150 questions and 400 marks. The total examination time is 2 hours 30 minutes. Paper-I has no negative marking, while Paper-II and Paper-III carry one negative mark for each wrong answer.
Pay Scale and Benefits
The selected candidates will be appointed in Pay Matrix Level-2 with a pay scale of ₹19,900–₹63,200/-. The post also carries applicable allowances such as HRA and travelling allowance at Central Government rates, along with other benefits under CSIR rules.
CSIR also provides benefits such as Leave Travel Concession, reimbursement of medical expenses and Children’s Education Allowance, subject to applicable rules. New entrants are covered under the National Pension System as applicable.
How to Apply for CSIR Technician Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official CSIR website or CSIR recruitment portal.
- Open the “Technician (1) – 2026” recruitment link.
- Complete the online registration using your name, email ID and mobile number.
- Use the User ID and password received after registration to log in.
- Complete the profile carefully and verify all personal information before locking it.
- Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, experience and other required information.
- Upload the photograph, signature, live photo and required certificates/documents.
- Preview the application carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application form and note the generated Application Number.
- Pay the applicable ₹500 fee through SBI Collect, if you are not exempted.
- Upload the payment/e-Receipt details in the application before the deadline.
- Download and keep a copy of the successfully submitted application for future reference.
Documents Required
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Live Photo during online application
- Date of Birth proof
- 10th/SSC certificate
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets
- Relevant ITI/Trade certificate
- Experience certificate, wherever applicable
- Caste certificate, if applicable
- PwBD certificate, if applicable
- Ex-Serviceman/Discharge Book documents, if applicable
- NOC from present employer, wherever applicable
- Other supporting documents as required
Important Upload Instructions
The advertisement specifies that the photograph should be a JPG file of less than 50 KB, with the prescribed dimensions. The signature should also be uploaded in JPG format and should be less than 50 KB. Supporting certificates/documents are generally required in PDF format with a maximum size of 1 MB each.
A separate live photo is required for identity verification. It must be captured through the computer webcam or by scanning the displayed QR code with a mobile phone.
Important Points for Candidates
- A candidate can apply for more than one post code if eligible for each respective trade.
- A separate online application and applicable fee are required for each post code.
- Only one application will be entertained for each post code.
- Applications cannot be edited after final submission.
- All eligibility requirements must be fulfilled by the closing date of the application.
- Selected candidates may initially be posted at Delhi-NCR, Pune or Mumbai, wherever required.
- The advertised vacancies are provisional and may increase or decrease.
- Candidates should keep their registered email ID active throughout the recruitment process.
- Admit cards/e-Admit Cards and recruitment communications will be issued/published through the official website.
- Candidates should check the official CSIR website regularly for corrigendum, syllabus, admit card and other updates.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
| Official Notification | Click here |
| Help Desk | Click here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. How many vacancies are available in CSIR Technician Recruitment 2026?
A total of 43 Technician posts have been advertised.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for CSIR Technician Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online application and fee submission is 17 September 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Q3. What is the age limit for CSIR Technician posts?
The upper age limit is 28 years as on 17 September 2026, with applicable relaxation for eligible categories.
Q4. What is the application fee?
The prescribed fee is ₹500 for candidates who are not exempted. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted from payment of the fee.
Q5. What is the qualification for CSIR Technician Recruitment?
Generally, candidates need 10th/SSC with Science subjects and at least 55% marks along with the relevant ITI/Trade Certificate or the prescribed alternative apprenticeship/work-experience qualification for the respective trade.
Q6. What is the selection process?
The selection involves application screening, a qualifying Trade Test and a competitive written examination consisting of Paper-I, Paper-II and Paper-III.
Q7. What is the salary of a CSIR Technician?
The post is placed in Pay Matrix Level-2, ₹19,900–₹63,200/-, along with applicable allowances and benefits under CSIR rules.
Q8. Can a candidate apply for multiple trades?
Yes. Candidates who satisfy the eligibility requirements for multiple post codes can apply for multiple post codes. A separate application and applicable fee are required for each post code.
Conclusion
CSIR Technician Recruitment 2026 is an opportunity for eligible candidates with 10th-level education and relevant ITI, apprenticeship or trade experience to join CSIR as Technician (1). With 43 vacancies, Pay Matrix Level-2 and multiple technical trades available, interested candidates should complete the online application well before the deadline.
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Source: CSIR Advertisement No. R&A/01/2026.