CSIR – NCL Recruitment 2025: Apply online for 15 Technician & 19 Technical Assistant Posts (12 Dec 2025 - 12 Jan 2026)

CSIR – National Chemical Laboratory (NCL), Pune has invited online applications from young and dynamic Indian nationals for 34 Technical Staff vacancies, including 15 Technician (1) and 19 Technical Assistant positions. This is an excellent opportunity to join one of India’s premier scientific research institutions under the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR).

Key Highlights

• Total Vacancies: 34

• Posts: Technician (1) – 15 | Technical Assistant – 19

• Work Location: CSIR–National Chemical Laboratory, Pune

• Application Mode: Online

• Online Application Dates:

  • Start: 12 December 2025

  • Last Date: 12 January 2026 (till 05:00 PM)

• Age Limit: Maximum 28 years (category-wise relaxations available)

• Selection Process: Trade Test + Written Examination (Paper I, II & III)

Vacancy Breakup

1. Technician (1) – 15 Posts

Category-wise distribution:

• UR – 07

• OBC (NCL) – 04

• SC – 02

• ST – 01

• EWS – 01

• PwBD: 01 post reserved

• Ex-Servicemen: 02 posts reserved
  Pay Level: Level 2 (Rs. 19,900 – Rs. 63,200)
  Approx. monthly emoluments: Rs. 40,000/-

2. Technical Assistant – 19 Posts

Category-wise distribution:

• UR – 08

• OBC (NCL) – 07

• SC – 01

• ST – 01

• EWS – 02

• PwBD: 01 post reserved
  Pay Level: Level 6 (Rs. 35,400 – Rs. 1,12,400)
  Approx. monthly emoluments: Rs. 72,000/-

Eligibility Criteria

Technician (1)

• Qualification:

  • 10th (Science) with minimum 55% marks and

    • ITI / National/State Trade Certificate in relevant trades OR

    • 2 years apprenticeship OR

    • 3 years relevant work experience in GOI/State/PSUs/Autonomous bodies

• Trades include:

  • Fitter, Plumber, Refrigeration & AC, Electrician/Wireman, and others (as per post code)

Technical Assistant

• Qualification:

  • Diploma (Mechanical/Civil/Electrical/Instrumentation/etc.)

  • Minimum 60% marks

  • 2 years of relevant work experience

• Job domains include:

  • Utilities, Mechanical systems, Civil works, Electrical systems, Instrumentation, R&D support, etc.

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Application Fee

• UR/OBC/EWS: Rs. 500 per post code

• Women/SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/CSIR employees: No fee

• Fee is non-refundable.

Age Relaxation Highlights

• SC/ST: +5 years

• OBC (NCL): +3 years

• PwBD: 10–15 years depending on category

• Ex-servicemen: as per rules

• Departmental candidates: +5 years

Selection Procedure

Step 1: Trade Test (Qualifying)

Mandatory for all posts.

Step 2: Written Examination

Candidates qualifying the trade test will be shortlisted for the written exam.

Pattern Overview

Paper I

• Mental Ability Test

• 50 Questions (No negative marking)

Paper II

• General Awareness

• English Language

• Quantitative Aptitude

• Reasoning

• 50 Questions (Negative marking applicable)

Paper III

• Subject/Trade-specific questions

• 50 Questions (Negative marking applicable)

Final Merit List is prepared based on Paper II + Paper III scores.

How to Apply

• Applications must be submitted online only through the recruitment portal.

• Keep your email ID and mobile number active for updates.

• Upload certificates as per prescribed formats.

Why This Recruitment Matters

Joining CSIR–NCL offers:

• A stable and reputed technical career in a leading national R&D institution

• Exposure to advanced scientific infrastructure

• Growth opportunities under CSIR norms

• Inclusive workforce policies encouraging women and PwBD candidates

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