Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, Madras Complex
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CSIR Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 43 Technician (1) Posts

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Aug. 18, 2026
Technician (1) - Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA)Technician (1) - Desktop Publishing Operator (DTPO)Technician (1) - Computer Hardware & Network Maintenance (CH&NM)Technician (1) - Medical Lab Technician (MLT)Technician (1) - Draughtsman (Architecture)Technician (1) - Instrument Mechanic

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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
43 Posts
Pay Scale
₹19.9K - ₹63.2K / mo
Age Limit
Not exceeding 28 years as on 2026-09-17
Job Location
Delhi99Maharashtra57+3 More...

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Aug 18, 2026

2

Starts

Aug 18, 2026

3

Deadline

Sep 17, 2026

4

Exam Date

TBA

Application Window18 Aug – 17 Sep 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

Educational & Technical Qualifications:
• Standard Route: SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects securing a minimum of 55% marks, AND an ITI certificate or National / State Trade Certificate (NTC/STC) in the respective trade.
• Apprentice Route: SSC / 10th Standard with Science subjects (minimum 55% marks) plus 2 years full-time apprentice training from a recognized institution in the relevant trade.
• Experience Route: SSC / 10th Standard with Science subjects (minimum 55% marks) plus 3 years relevant work experience in a Ministry, Department, PSU, or Autonomous Body under Central/State Government.
• Mandatory Criterion: Minimum 55% marks in 10th Standard with Science is strictly compulsory across all routes.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Upper age limit is 28 years as on the closing date (17.09.2026).
• SC / ST Candidates: 5 years relaxation (up to 33 years).
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years relaxation (up to 31 years).
• PwBD Candidates: 10 years relaxation (cumulative with SC/ST/OBC).
• Ex-Servicemen: Military service rendered plus 3 years deduction.
• CSIR / Central Government Employees (3+ years regular service): 5 years relaxation.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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How will candidates be selected? Multi-stage screening roadmap from application to final merit list.

Screening of Online Applications

OfflineQualifying Only

Trade Test in Concerned Discipline (Mandatory Qualifying Test)

OfflineQualifying Only

Competitive Written Examination (Paper-I, Paper-II & Paper-III)

OMR / CBTMerit Scored

Document Verification of Educational & Trade Certificates

OfflineQualifying Only

The selection process comprises:
1. Screening & Trade Test: Shortlisted candidates undergo a practical Trade Test in their applied discipline which is strictly qualifying in nature.
2. Written Examination: Candidates qualifying the Trade Test appear in a 3-part competitive examination (150 questions, 2.5 hours):
• Paper-I (Mental Ability, 50 Qs, 100 Marks): Qualifying threshold filter with zero negative marking.
• Paper-II (General Awareness & English Language, 50 Qs, 150 Marks): Evaluated only if candidate qualifies Paper-I (1 mark negative marking).
• Paper-III (Concerned Subject / Trade, 50 Qs, 150 Marks): Core trade test (1 mark negative marking).
3. Final Merit: Formulated strictly on the aggregate score of Paper-II and Paper-III (out of 300 marks).

Syllabus & Exam Pattern Overview

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What is the examination structure? Mode of test, total marks, duration, and negative marking rules.

Exam Tier / Mode

Tier 1

Total Duration

60 Minutes

Negative Marking

No Negative Marking

Exam Tier / Mode

Tier 2

Total Duration

30 Minutes

Negative Marking

1 mark deducted per wrong answer (-1)

Exam Tier / Mode

Tier 3

Total Duration

60 Minutes

Negative Marking

1 mark deducted per wrong answer (-1)

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

Technical support cadre in CSIR Headquarters (Anusandhan Bhawan, New Delhi) and specialized units (URDIP Pune, CSIR Innovation Complex Mumbai). Technicians maintain IT infrastructure, server rooms, campus networks, database operations, publication design, drafting, laboratory instrumentation, and scientific documentation under Technical Officers and Scientists. 5-day working week with standard Central Government office timings (9:00 AM to 5:30 PM). Excellent laboratory and computing facilities.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Regular central government appointment governed by CCS Conduct Rules and CSIR Service Rules. New entrants are covered under National Pension System (NPS). Permanent cadre with 2-year probation period. Central Government allowances (HRA, TA, Children Education Allowance, LTC, Medical reimbursement) and CSIR staff residential quarters as per availability.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Governed by the CSIR Merit Assessment Promotion Scheme (MANAS) for Technical & Support Staff (Group II). Technician (1) [Level 2] is eligible for assessment promotion to Technician (2) [Level 4], Senior Technician (1) [Level 5], Senior Technician (2) [Level 6], and Technical Assistant upon completion of prescribed residency periods and positive performance appraisal.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • 55% Marks in 10th Mandatory: 55% marks in SSC/10th Standard with Science subjects is an absolute essential eligibility condition; candidates with lower percentages will be rejected even if they possess ITI certificates.
  • Qualifying Trade Test: Candidates must pass the practical trade test in their respective domain (COPA, DTPO, Hardware/Networking, MLT, etc.) before their written examination marks can be considered for merit.
  • Separate Application for Multiple Posts: Candidates eligible for and wishing to apply for more than one post code must submit separate applications and pay separate application fees for each post code.
  • Paper-I as Eliminator: Paper-I (Mental Ability, 100 marks) is a screening filter; Paper-II and Paper-III will NOT be evaluated if the candidate fails to secure the cutoff threshold in Paper-I, although Paper-I marks are not added to the final merit score.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • COPA (Post Code 260101)21 (UR-8, OBC-6, SC-3, ST-2, EWS-2, incl 2 PwBD & 2 ESM)
  • Desktop Publishing Operator - DTPO (Post Code 260102)7 (UR-2, OBC-2, SC-1, EWS-2, incl 1 ESM)
  • Computer Hardware & Network Maintenance - CH&NM (Post Code 260103)5 (UR-2, OBC-2, ST-1, incl 1 ESM; 1 post at CSIR-URDIP Pune)
  • Medical Lab Technician - MLT (Post Code 260104)2 (UR-1, OBC-1; at CSIR Innovation Complex Mumbai)
  • Draughtsman Architecture (Post Code 260105)2 (UR-1, SC-1)
  • Instrument Mechanic (Post Code 260106)2 (UR-1, SC-1; at CSIR Innovation Complex Mumbai)
  • Draughtsman Mechanical (Post Code 260107)1 (UR-1)
  • Draughtsman Civil (Post Code 260108)1 (UR-1)
  • Laboratory Assistant in Chemical Plant - LACP (Post Code 260109)1 (UR-1; at CSIR Innovation Complex Mumbai)
  • Interior Designer (Post Code 260110)1 (UR-1)
Total Vacancies43 Posts

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 2 (Basic Pay: ₹19,900/- per month, Pay Band: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200/-) plus applicable central allowances (approximate gross monthly salary ₹35,000+ depending on posting city).

Central Government 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 2 (Pay Band ₹19,900 – ₹63,200/- per month) plus Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Transport Allowance, NPS, and medical benefits as per CSIR rules.

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How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

Online Application Process:
  1. Visit the official CSIR website: www.csir.res.in or the recruitment portal: https://recruitment.csir.res.in.
  2. Access the 'TECHNICIAN - 2026' link available on the CSIR Website.
  3. Candidates must register online, providing their name, email address, and mobile number. A User ID and password will be sent to the registered email/mobile.
  4. Log in using the provided credentials and complete the application form, which has 6 tabs (Apply, Personal Details, Education, Experience, Additional details, Uploads, Preview & Submit).
  5. Ensure all details are accurately filled. The entered information cannot be changed after final submission.
  6. Upload scanned copies of required documents (Date of Birth proof, educational certificates, experience certificates, caste/disability certificates, etc.) as PDF files (max 1 MB each).
  7. Upload a recent passport-size colour photograph (JPG, less than 50 KB, 200x150 pixels) against a light-coloured background. A live photo capture is also required for identity verification.
  8. Upload a scanned signature (JPG, less than 50 KB, 50x150 pixels) in black ink on white paper.
  9. Pay the application fee of Rs. 500/- (if applicable) online via SBI Collect. Exempted categories include Women, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen.
  10. After successful payment, candidates must fill in the payment details and upload the e-Receipt/Transaction Receipt to finalize the application.
  11. Candidates applying for multiple post codes must submit separate online application forms (except primary/registration details) for each post, accompanied by separate documents and fees.
  12. Candidates are advised to apply well in advance of the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Application fee payable online via SBI Collect:
• General, OBC, and EWS male candidates: ₹500/-
• Women candidates, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen (ESM): Fully Exempted (Nil).

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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Clear, verified answers to top eligibility, exam format, salary calculation, and application queries for this notification.

Candidates must have passed SSC / 10th standard with Science subjects securing a minimum of 55% marks, along with an ITI certificate or National/State Trade Certificate (NTC/STC) in the relevant trade. Alternatively, candidates with 10th (55% marks) and 2 years apprentice training or 3 years relevant experience in Government/PSUs are eligible.

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