CSIR has announced 43 Technician (1) vacancies under Advertisement No. R&A/01/2026. These are Group-C, Level-2 posts across various technical trades.
The online application started on 18 August 2026 and will remain open until 17 September 2026, 5:00 PM. Trades include COPA, Desktop Publishing, Computer Hardware & Networking, Medical Lab Technician, Draughtsman and others.
Quick Overview
| Key Details | Information |
| Recruiting Organisation | Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) |
| Post | Technician (1) |
| Advertisement No. | R&A/01/2026 |
| Group | Group-C |
| Total Vacancies | 43 |
| Pay Level | Level-2 |
| Pay Scale | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Starts | 18 August 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Last Date | 17 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Upper Age Limit | 28 Years |
| Job Type | Central Government/CSIR Job |
| Status | Open |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Registration Starts | 18 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 17 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Trade Test | To be announced |
| Written Examination | To be announced |
| Admit Card | To be announced |
Candidates are advised not to wait for the final day because CSIR has clearly stated that no extension should be expected for late submission.
Vacancy Details
| Trade | Post Code | Vacancies |
| Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) | Post Code | 21 |
| Desktop Publishing Operator (DTPO) | 260102 | 7 |
| Computer Hardware & Network Maintenance (CH&NM) | 260103 | 5 |
| Medical Lab Technician (MLT) | 260104 | 2 |
| Draughtsman (Architecture) | 260105 | 2 |
| Instrument Mechanic | 260106 | 2 |
| Draughtsman (Mechanical) | 260107 | 1 |
| Draughtsman (Civil) | 260108 | 1 |
| Laboratory Assistant in Chemical Plant (LACP) | 260109 | 1 |
| Interior Designer | 260110 | 1 |
| Total | – | 43 |
Category-wise Vacancy
The overall 43 posts include:
| Category | Posts |
| UR | 19 |
| OBC | 11 |
| SC | 6 |
| ST | 3 |
| EWS | 4 |
| Total | 43 |
.The notification also provides horizontal reservation for Ex-Servicemen in 4 posts and identifies 2 posts for PwBD categories.
Educational Qualification
The basic educational requirement is similar across the advertised trades, but the ITI/trade must match the post.
Candidates generally need 10th/SSC with Science subjects and at least 55% marks, along with the relevant ITI/National or State Trade Certificate.
For some trades, CSIR also allows alternative routes involving 2 years of full-time apprenticeship experience or 3 years of relevant work experience after the required educational qualification.
.Trade-wise Qualification
| Trade | Required Qualification |
| COPA | 10th with Science + 55% + ITI/Trade Certificate in COPA |
| DTPO | 10th with Science + 55% + ITI/Trade Certificate in DTPO |
| CH&NM | 10th with Science + 55% + ITI/Trade Certificate in Computer Hardware & Network Maintenance |
| MLT | 10th with Science + 55% + ITI/Trade Certificate in Medical Lab Technician |
| Draughtsman (Architecture) | 10th with Science + 55% + ITI/Trade Certificate in Draughtsman (Architecture) |
| Instrument Mechanic | 10th with Science + 55% + ITI/Trade Certificate in Instrument Mechanic |
| Draughtsman (Mechanical) | 10th with Science + 55% + ITI/Trade Certificate in Draughtsman (Mechanical) |
| Draughtsman (Civil) | 10th with Science + 55% + ITI/Trade Certificate in Draughtsman (Civil) |
| LACP | 10th with Science + 55% + ITI/Trade Certificate in Laboratory Assistant in Chemical Plant |
| Interior Designer | 10th with Science + 55% + ITI/Trade Certificate in Interior Designer |
Important: The 10th qualification must include the prescribed Science subjects and the required 55% marks.
Age Limit
The upper age limit for the Technician (1) recruitment is 28 years as on the closing date of the online application.
.Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per prescribed rules |
| Eligible CSIR/Government/PSU Employees | 5 Years |
| Eligible Widows/Divorced Women | Up to 35 Years |
| Eligible SC/ST Widows/Divorced Women | Up to 40 Years |
Salary / Pay Scale
The Technician (1) post comes under Pay Matrix Level-2.
| Particular | Details |
| Pay Level | Level-2 |
| Basic Pay Range | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Allowances | As per applicable CSIR/Central Government rules |
CSIR also provides applicable benefits such as HRA, travelling allowance, Leave Travel Concession, medical reimbursement and Children’s Education Allowance, subject to the relevant rules. Accommodation may also be available depending on the place of posting and availability.
Application Fee
The application fee is ₹500 for candidates who are not exempted.
| Candidate Category | Application Fee |
| General / applicable candidates | 500 |
| Women | No Fee |
| SC/ST | No Fee |
| PwBD | No Fee |
| Ex-Servicemen | No Fee |
. Application Fee not refundable
Selection Process
The selection process is slightly different from the usual written-exam-first pattern.
Selection Stages:-
Application Screening → Trade Test → Written Examination → Final Merit
First, applications are screened by CSIR. Shortlisted candidates are called for a Trade Test, which is qualifying in nature. Candidates who clear the Trade Test then appear for the competitive written examination.
The final merit list is prepared from the marks obtained in Paper-II and Paper-III.
Exam Pattern
The written examination can be conducted in OMR-based or Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
There will be 150 questions and the total examination time is 2 hours 30 minutes. Questions are generally set in English and Hindi, except the English Language section.
paper-1
| Particular | Details |
| Subject | Mental Ability Test |
| Questions | 50 |
| Marks | 100 |
| Time | 1 Hour |
| Negative Marking | No |
The Mental Ability section can cover areas such as General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, Problem Solving and Situational Judgement.
Paper-2
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
| General Awareness | 25 | 75 | 30 Minutes |
| English Language | 25 | 75 | 30 Minutes |
Negative Marking: 1 mark for every wrong answer.
paper -3
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
| Concerned Trade/Subject | 50 | 150 | 1 Hour |
Negative Marking: 1 mark for each incorrect answer.
Exam Summary:
| Paper | Questions | Marks | Time | Negative Marking |
| Paper-l | 50 | 100 | 1 Hour | No |
| Paper-ll | 50 | 150 | 30 | 1 mark |
| Paper-lll | 50 | 150 | 1 Hour | 1 mark |
| Paper | 150 | 400 | 2.5 Hours |
Important: Paper-II and Paper-III are evaluated only for candidates who reach the minimum threshold in Paper-I. The final merit is based on Paper-II + Paper-III marks.
Syllabus:-
The detailed syllabus for the Trade Test and Paper-III will be published by CSIR on its official website separately.
For preparation, candidates should therefore focus on the syllabus related to their specific ITI/trade, along with the General Awareness, English and Mental Ability sections.
Job Location
CSIR has a network of laboratories and institutes across India. For this recruitment, the notification states that CSIR Headquarters and its units are located at Delhi-NCR, Pune and Mumbai (Maharashtra) and selected candidates may initially be posted at any of these locations as per organisational requirements.
Some specific vacancies are also earmarked for particular CSIR units, such as positions at CSIR-URDIP, Pune and CSIR Innovation Complex, Mumbai.
How to Apply Online
1.Visit the CSIR website or recruitment portal.
2.Find the Technician (1) Recruitment 2026 link.
3.Register using your email ID and mobile number.
4.Log in with your registration details.
5.Enter your personal and educational information.
6.Choose the correct Post Code/Trade.
7.Upload the required documents, photograph and signature.
8.Pay the ₹500 fee, if applicable.
9.Check the form carefully before submission.
10.Submit it by 17 September 2026, 5:00 PM.
9.Save the application number and final form for future use.
Note: Candidates applying for more than one Post Code need to submit a separate application for each post, along with the applicable fee and documents.
Documents Required
Keep these documents ready while filling out the form:
.10th/SSC certificate
Relevant ITI/Trade certificate
.Educational qualification documents
.Date of birth proof
.Caste certificate, if required
.EWS certificate, if required
.PwBD certificate, if required
.Ex-Servicemen documents, if required
.Experience certificate, where Required
.NOC from current employer, if required
.Recent passport-size photograph
.Signature
.Other documents specified for the selected post
Important Links
| Particular | Link |
| CSIR Official Website | Click here |
| CSIR Recruitment Portal | Click here |
| Official Notification | Click here |
| Technician (1) Apply Online | Click here |
Final Words
The CSIR Technician (1) Recruitment 2026 is a good opportunity for candidates with 10th, Science and relevant ITI/trade qualifications. With 43 vacancies across different trades, applicants have several options based on their skills.
Candidates should remember that the selection process starts with application screening and Trade Test, followed by the written examination. So, along with exam preparation, it is important to stay ready for the practical Trade Test as well.
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