National Sugar Institute Kanpur Recruitment 2026: Apply offline for Research Assistant, Draughtsman, and Tradesman Posts

The National Sugar Institute (NSI), Kanpur, an ISO 9001:2015 certified institute under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Government of India, has released Advertisement No. 1/2026 for direct recruitment to various technical and tradesman posts. Eligible candidates are invited to apply offline within 30 days from the date of the advertisement's publication.

Overview of Vacancies

The institute is looking to fill a total of 4 vacancies across four different posts. The positions are diverse, ranging from engineering support to skilled trades.

(Age relaxation for departmental candidates and SC/ST candidates is applicable as per Central Government rules. Details are available on the NSI website.)

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must ensure they meet the essential educational and technical qualifications before applying.

• Research Assistant (Engineering): Must possess a Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University or Institute.

• Draughtsman:

  • Essential: 12th standard pass from a recognized Board or University, along with a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.

  • Desirable: Successful completion of a short-term course or training on AutoCAD or Mechanical Desktop from an Advanced Training Institute or other recognized organization.

• Fine Mechanic:

  • 12th pass with Science or equivalent from a recognized Board or University.

  • Trade certificate in Instrument Mechanic Trade (2 years course) from an Industrial Training Institute or Central Training Institute.

• Welder:

  • 10th standard pass from a recognized school or Board.

  • Trade certificate in Welding from an Industrial Training Institute or the Central Industrial Institute.

Application Fee and Mode of Payment

• Fee Amount: The detailed advertisement on the website specifies the fee for General/OBC candidates. SC/ST and Women candidates are exempted from paying any fee.

• Payment Method: The fee can be paid via a Demand Draft drawn in favor of "Director, National Sugar Institute, Kanpur" and payable at SBI, Kalyanpur, Kanpur. Candidates must write the Demand Draft number and date on the application form. Applications without the prescribed fee will be summarily rejected.

Important Dates

• Starting Date of Application: The date of publication of the advertisement.

• Last Date for Application: 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in the newspaper.

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How to Apply

Interested candidates must follow these steps to submit their application:

1. Visit the Website: Go to the official NSI website given here.

2. Download Proforma: Access the detailed advertisement and download the application proforma.

3. Fill the Application: Fill out the application form completely in block letters. The name of the post and category must be clearly written on the top of the envelope and application.

4. Attach Documents: Affix a recent passport-size photograph (signed partially across the photo and application). Attach self-attested copies of all necessary documents, including:

   • Proof of age (Matriculation certificate)

   • Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets

   • Caste certificate (if applicable)

   • Domicile certificate

   • Experience certificates (if any)

5. For Government Employees: Candidates working in Central/State Govt. or PSUs must apply through the proper channel and enclose an original No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer, stating that no disciplinary action is pending against them.

6. Send Application: Send the complete application along with the Demand Draft and all enclosures via Registered Post or Speed Post to:

Director, National Sugar Institute, Kalyanpur, Kanpur (UP) - 208017

Selection Process

The selection will be based on a two-tier process:

1. Skill Test / Trade Test: Candidates must first qualify in the Skill/Trade Test. Failure in this test will result in disqualification from the written examination.

2. Written Examination: The merit list will be prepared based on the total marks scored in the written examination.

   • For the Research Assistant (Engineering) post, there will be an additional qualifying Aptitude Test (Paper1), the marks of which will not be counted in the final merit list.

Syllabus Highlights: Research Assistant (Engineering)

The written examination for the Research Assistant (Engineering) post will be of the level of a Diploma in Engineering (Electrical & Mechanical). Key topics from the syllabus include:

• Electrical: AC/DC Circuits, Magnetic Circuits, Electrical Machines (DC Motors, Transformers, Induction Motors), Measurement Instruments, Power Systems, Basic Electronics.

• Mechanical: Theory of Machines, Strength of Materials, Thermodynamics, IC Engines, Boilers, Fluid Mechanics, Hydraulic Turbines & Pumps, and Production Engineering (Welding, Machining, Casting).

General Instructions for Candidates

• Incomplete Applications: Applications that are incomplete, without the prescribed fee (where applicable), or without the required documents/photograph will be summarily rejected.

• False Information: Submission of false or incorrect information will lead to automatic disqualification at any stage of the recruitment process.

• No TA/DA: No Travelling Allowance or Daily Allowance will be paid to candidates for appearing in the test.

• Correspondence: Candidates are advised to visit the official website for detailed instructions and updates. No intermediary inquiries or representations will be entertained.

For complete details, syllabus for each post, and the application proforma, candidates are urged to visit the official website of the National Sugar Institute

Best of luck!!