CSIR-CLRI 2026 Recruitment: Apply for 13 Government Posts in Chennai

CSIR-Central Leather Research Institute (CLRI), Chennai, has released an official notification for the recruitment of 13 Group C posts. This is a significant opportunity for candidates looking to build a stable career in a premier national research institute under the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR). The online application process opens on January 23, 2026, and the last date to apply is March 2, 2026.

Recruitment at a Glance: CSIR-CLRI 2026

Total Emoluments (Approx. per month): Junior Stenographer: ?53,628/-; JSA Posts: ?39,545/-; MTS: ?35,973/-. Includes Basic Pay, DA, HRA, TA, etc.

How to Apply for CSIR-CLRI Recruitment 2026

1. Application Portal: Applications are accepted ONLY online at recruitment.clri.org.

2. Application Dates: From 09:00 AM on 23rd January 2026 to 11:59 PM on 2nd March 2026.

3. Application Fee: ?500/- for each Post Code applied for.

   • Fee Exemption: Women, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted from the fee.

   • Payment Mode: Fee must be paid online via State Bank Collect (SBI).

4. Mandatory Documents: Candidates must upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, date of birth proof, educational certificates, caste/category certificate (if applicable), and fee receipt.

Eligibility Criteria: Age Limit & Educational Qualification

Age Limit (as on 02.03.2026)

• General/UR: As per the post-specific limits in the table above.

• Age Relaxation: Applicable as per Government of India/CSIR rules:

  • SC/ST: 5 years

  • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years

  • PwBD (UR): 10 years

  • Ex-Servicemen: 3 years after deducting military service

Essential Educational Qualifications

Note: A 3-year diploma after 10th is considered equivalent to 10+2. For JSA (F&A), Accountancy must be a subject in the diploma.

Selection Process & Exam Pattern

The selection involves a Competitive Written Examination followed by a Proficiency/Skill Test for some posts.

1. For Junior Stenographer (JST2601)

• Stage 1: Competitive Written Exam (200 Questions, 2 Hours)

  • Parts: General Intelligence & Reasoning (50 Q), General Awareness (50 Q), English Language & Comprehension (100 Q).

  • Marking: +1 mark per correct answer; 0.25 negative marking for wrong answers.

• Stage 2: Proficiency Test in Stenography

  • Qualifying in nature. Dictation at 80 WPM in English/Hindi (as opted).

• Final Merit: Based only on marks in the Written Exam, for candidates who qualify the skill test.

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2. For Junior Secretariat Assistant (All Streams)

• Stage 1: Paper-I - Mental Ability Test (100 Q, 90 Mins)

  • Marking: +2 per correct answer; No negative marking.

• Stage 2: Paper-II (For those clearing Paper-I cutoff)

  • Parts: General Awareness (50 Q) & English Language (50 Q). Total: 1 Hour.

  • Marking: +3 per correct answer; -1 for wrong answer.

• Stage 3: Proficiency Test in Computer Typing

  • Qualifying in nature. English: 35 WPM / Hindi: 30 WPM.

• Final Merit: Based only on marks in Paper-II, for candidates who qualify the typing test.

3. For Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS2605)

• Single Competitive Written Exam (150 Q, 2 Hours)

  • Parts: General Intelligence (25 Q), Quantitative Aptitude (25 Q), General Awareness (50 Q), English Language (50 Q).

  • Marking: +3 per correct answer; -1 for wrong answer.

• Final Merit: Based solely on marks in this written exam.

Important: The exam will be OMR or Computer-Based Objective Type (MCQ). Questions (except English section) will be bilingual (English & Hindi). For MTS, questions will be trilingual (English, Hindi, Tamil).

Key Information & Important Instructions

• Job Location: Primary location is CSIR-CLRI, Chennai. Selected candidates can be posted to any CLRI Regional Centre (e.g., Kanpur, Kolkata) or any CSIR lab across India.

• Probation Period: 2 years from the date of joining.

• Pension: New entrants will be governed by the National Pension System (NPS).

• No TA/DA: Candidates will not be paid any travel allowance for appearing in the examination/tests.

• Regular Updates: All updates, admit cards, shortlists will be published only on the official website: https://clri.org/. No individual communication will be sent.

• Helpdesk: For technical issues in online application, email [email protected] or call 044-2443-7265 (9:00 AM - 5:30 PM on working days).

Pro Tips for Applicants

1. Read the Notification Thoroughly: Pay special attention to age relaxation documents, OBC-NCL/EWS certificate formats, and PwBD guidelines.

2. Apply Early: Avoid last-minute website rush and potential technical issues.

3. Upload Clear Documents: Ensure scanned copies of photos, signatures, and certificates are legible and as per specified size to avoid rejection.

4. Prepare Strategically: Focus on the exam pattern and syllabus. Practice previous years' question papers for CSIR or SSC for similar posts, especially for General Awareness (with a focus on Indian Constitution, Science, Current Affairs) and English Comprehension.

5. Skill Test Practice: For Stenographer and JSA posts, rigorously practice shorthand dictation at 80 WPM or computer typing speed (35/30 WPM) as per your chosen medium.

This recruitment by CSIR-CLRI is a valuable opportunity for eligible candidates to secure a government job with attractive pay and benefits in a reputed national institute. Interested and eligible candidates are advised to mark the dates and begin their application and preparation process promptly.

Best of luck!!