- CSIR is India's premier R&D organization with 37 national laboratories across the country.
- The advertised posts are categorized as support staff, providing skilled assistance to scientific and technical staff.
- Selected candidates may be posted at CSIR HQ (Delhi-NCR), Pune, or Mumbai.
- Accommodation may be provided as per CSIR Residence Allotment Rules (HRA not admissible in such cases).
- New entrants will be governed by the National Pension System (NPS) as applicable to Central Government services.
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🎓 10th Pass (Matric)
🎓 ITI
🎓 Apprenticeship
🎓 Equivalent Qualification
Technician (Group-II) Recruitment 2026
Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR)
Total Vacancies
43
Job Location
All India (Delhi-NCR, Pune, Mumbai)
Apply Start
18 Aug 2026
Apply Deadline
17 Sep 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) (CSIR) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | 10th Pass (Matric) (10th-pass), ITI (iti), Apprenticeship (apprenticeship), Equivalent Qualification (equivalent-qualification) |
| Number of Vacancies | 43 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹19,900 - ₹63,200 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 28 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - 2 years full-time experience as apprentice trainee in relevant trade (alternative to ITI certificate), OR - 3 years of work experience in relevant trade in a Government/PSU/Autonomous Body (alternative to ITI certificate). |
| Application Fee | - Rs. 500/- for General/OBC candidates (non-refundable). - Exempted for Women/SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen candidates. - Fee can be paid online via SBI Collect. - Applications without prescribed fee (where applicable) will be rejected. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Indian citizens only.
- Age limit: Maximum 28 years as on 17/09/2026 (relaxation applicable as per GoI/CSIR rules).
- Minimum educational qualification: SSC/10th standard or equivalent with Science subjects and minimum 55% marks.
- Additional trade-specific qualifications required (ITI certificate/National/State Trade Certificate or equivalent experience).
- Experience requirements vary by post (2-3 years in relevant trade after acquiring minimum educational qualification).
- Age limit: Maximum 28 years as on 17/09/2026 (relaxation applicable as per GoI/CSIR rules).
- Minimum educational qualification: SSC/10th standard or equivalent with Science subjects and minimum 55% marks.
- Additional trade-specific qualifications required (ITI certificate/National/State Trade Certificate or equivalent experience).
- Experience requirements vary by post (2-3 years in relevant trade after acquiring minimum educational qualification).
⚙️ Selection Process
- Applications will be screened by a Screening Committee.
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo a Trade Test (qualifying in nature).
- Candidates qualifying the Trade Test will appear for a competitive written examination (Paper-I, Paper-II, Paper-III).
- Final merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained in Paper-II and Paper-III.
- Minimum threshold marks for Trade Test and written examination will be fixed by the Selection Committee.
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo a Trade Test (qualifying in nature).
- Candidates qualifying the Trade Test will appear for a competitive written examination (Paper-I, Paper-II, Paper-III).
- Final merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained in Paper-II and Paper-III.
- Minimum threshold marks for Trade Test and written examination will be fixed by the Selection Committee.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All
📂 Required Documents
- SSC/10th standard certificate with Science subjects and minimum 55% marks.
- ITI certificate/National/State Trade Certificate or experience certificate (as applicable).
- Caste certificate (if applicable) issued by competent authority.
- EWS certificate (if applicable) valid for financial year 2026-27.
- PwBD certificate (if applicable) issued in prescribed format.
- Ex-Servicemen certificate (if applicable).
- Age proof certificate (SSC/Matriculation/10th Standard/SSLC/HSC certificate or Birth certificate).
- Passport-sized photographs and signature as per application requirements.
- ITI certificate/National/State Trade Certificate or experience certificate (as applicable).
- Caste certificate (if applicable) issued by competent authority.
- EWS certificate (if applicable) valid for financial year 2026-27.
- PwBD certificate (if applicable) issued in prescribed format.
- Ex-Servicemen certificate (if applicable).
- Age proof certificate (SSC/Matriculation/10th Standard/SSLC/HSC certificate or Birth certificate).
- Passport-sized photographs and signature as per application requirements.
💳 Application Fee Details
- Rs. 500/- for General/OBC candidates (non-refundable).
- Exempted for Women/SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen candidates.
- Fee can be paid online via SBI Collect.
- Applications without prescribed fee (where applicable) will be rejected.
- Exempted for Women/SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen candidates.
- Fee can be paid online via SBI Collect.
- Applications without prescribed fee (where applicable) will be rejected.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for CSIR Technician (Group-II) recruitment 2026?
The last date for submission of online applications is 17/09/2026 at 05:00 PM.
Q.
How many vacancies are available for Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) post?
There are 21 vacancies available for the Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) post.
Q.
What is the application fee for General category candidates in this recruitment?
The application fee for General/OBC candidates is Rs. 500/- (non-refundable).
Q.
What is the age limit for applying to the Technician (Group-II) post?
The maximum age limit is 28 years as on 17/09/2026, with relaxation applicable as per GoI/CSIR rules.
Q.
Where can I find the official notification and apply online for this recruitment?
The official notification is available at https://www.csir.res.in and applications can be submitted at https://recruitment.csir.res.in.