CSIR NIO Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026

📋 Job Description

- Recruitment drive for 15 Apprentice Trainee positions at CSIR National Institute of Oceanography (CSIR NIO).
- Positions include Technician Apprentices in Civil, Electrical & Electronics, and Computer Engineering, as well as Graduate Apprentices in Oceanography and administrative fields.
- Walk-in interview scheduled for August 7, 2026, in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
- Stipend ranging from Rs. 10,900 to Rs. 12,300 per month based on the post.
- No application fee required for any category.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

- For Technician Apprentice posts: Three-year full-time Diploma in relevant Engineering/Technology discipline (Civil, Electrical & Electronics, or Computer Engineering/IT).
- For Graduate Apprentice (Oceanography): Bachelor's degree in Science (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Botany, Zoology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Marine Science, Geology, or Computer Science).
- For Graduate Apprentice (Office Administration/Finance & Accounts/Stores & Purchase/Human Resource Management): Bachelor's degree in any discipline (B.A, B.B.A, B.Com, B.Sc, or equivalent).
- No specific minimum or maximum age limit mentioned; age relaxation applicable as per government norms.

🏆 Selection Process

- Selection based on walk-in interview conducted on August 7, 2026.
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo document verification post-interview.

📊 Key Information

Organization	CSIR National Institute of Oceanography
Location / State	All India
Job Location	Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Category Eligibility	Open to all categories (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, PWD).
Experience Required	Not required for Apprentice Trainee posts.
Walk-in Interview Date	07 August 2026

📊 CSIR NIO Recruitment - Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Technician Apprentice (Civil Engineering)	1
Technician Apprentice (Electrical & Electronics Engineering)	1
Technician Apprentice (Computer Engineering)	1
Graduate Apprentice (Oceanography)	8
Graduate Apprentice (Office Administration / Finance & Accounts / Stores & Purchase / Human Resource Management)	4
Total	15

📁 Required Documents

- Original and self-attested copies of educational certificates.
- ID proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, etc.).
- Experience certificates (if applicable).
- Category certificate (if applicable for reserved categories).
- Duly filled application form (if required).
- Passport-size photographs (extra copies recommended).

🎓 Required Qualifications

📊 Vacancy Details

Technician Apprentice (Civil Engineering): 1 vacancy.
Technician Apprentice (Electrical & Electronics Engineering): 1 vacancy.
Technician Apprentice (Computer Engineering): 1 vacancy.
Graduate Apprentice (Oceanography): 8 vacancies.
Graduate Apprentice (Office Administration / Finance & Accounts / Stores & Purchase / Human Resource Management): 4 vacancies.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the organization name for this recruitment?

A. The recruitment is being conducted by the CSIR National Institute of Oceanography (CSIR NIO).

Q. What is the post name for this recruitment?

A. The post name for this recruitment is Apprentice Trainee.

Q. How many total vacancies are available?

A. There are a total of 15 vacancies available for the Apprentice Trainee posts.

Q. What is the application mode?

A. The application mode for these posts is a Walk-in Interview.

Q. What is the walk-in interview date?

A. The walk-in interview is scheduled for August 7, 2026.