The online application process will start on 18th August 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications online up to 17th September 2026, 5 PM.

This recruitment is a good opportunity for candidates looking for 10th pass government jobs, ITI jobs, technician jobs and CSIR recruitment in 2026.

CSIR Recruitment 2026: Overview

CSIR Technician Vacancy Details

Name of Post: Technician (1), Group-II (1)

Total Posts: 43

Category-wise Vacancy

Pay Scale

Selected candidates for the Technician (1) post will be placed in Pay Matrix Level-2, with a pay scale of:

₹19,900 – ₹63,200/-

Other allowances will be admissible as per applicable CSIR rules.

Trade-wise Educational Qualification

Candidates must have passed 10th/SSC with Science subjects with a minimum of 55% marks and possess an ITI/National or State Trade Certificate in the relevant trade.

Eligibility Criteria for CSIR Technician Recruitment

Nationality

The applicant must be a citizen of India.

Age Limit

The candidate’s age should not exceed 28 years as on the closing date of the online application.

Age Relaxation

Category-wise relaxation in the upper age limit will be applicable as per government rules:

CSIR Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

Candidates are required to pay the application fee according to their category.

The payment of the application fee can be completed through the prescribed online payment mode during the application process.

Selection Process

Candidates will be selected through the selection procedure prescribed by CSIR for the Technician (1) posts.

Candidates should carefully check the official recruitment notification for the applicable trade-related test/written test and qualifying requirements, as the selection procedure may vary according to the notified recruitment rules.

Important: The selection-process text sometimes circulated with this recruitment about UPSC CSE-2024 marks and Computer Proficiency Test belongs to a different recruitment and should not be used for this Technician recruitment.

How to Apply for CSIR Technician Recruitment 2026?

Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official CSIR recruitment portal.

Step-by-step application process:

1. Scroll down and visit the Important Web-Links section below.
2. Click on the Online Application Form link.
3. Register yourself on the recruitment portal.
4. Log in using your registration credentials.
5. Enter your personal, educational and other required details.
6. Upload the required documents, photograph and signature.
7. Pay the application fee, if applicable.
8. Carefully review all the information entered in the application form.
9. Submit the application form.
10. Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready while applying:

• 10th/SSC mark sheet and certificate
• ITI certificate/Trade Certificate
• ITI mark sheets
• Recent passport-size photograph
• Signature
• Valid identity proof
• Category certificate, if applicable
• PwBD/Ex-Servicemen certificate, if applicable
• Other documents as required in the official notification

Important Dates of CSIR Recruitment 2026

Important Web-Links

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How many vacancies are available in CSIR Recruitment 2026?

CSIR has announced 43 Technician (1), Group-II (1) vacancies.

2. What is the educational qualification for CSIR Technician Recruitment?

Candidates must generally have 10th/SSC with Science subjects and at least 55% marks, along with ITI/Trade Certificate in the relevant trade.

3. What is the age limit for CSIR Technician Recruitment 2026?

The maximum age limit is 28 years as on the closing date of the online application. Applicable relaxation will be provided to reserved categories.

4. What is the CSIR Technician salary?

The Technician (1) post carries Pay Matrix Level-2, ₹19,900–₹63,200/-, along with applicable allowances.

5. What is the application fee?

The application fee is ₹500 for UR/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted from the fee.

6. What is the last date to apply for CSIR Technician Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application is 17th September 2026 up to 5 PM.

7. When will the CSIR Technician online application start?

The online application process starts on 18th August 2026.

8. Is ITI mandatory for CSIR Technician Recruitment?

Yes. Candidates need an ITI/National or State Trade Certificate in the relevant notified trade, along with the prescribed 10th/SSC qualification.

9. Where can I apply for CSIR Technician Recruitment 2026?

Candidates can apply through the official CSIR recruitment portal using the Online Application Form link provided above.

Conclusion

CSIR Technician Recruitment 2026 offers 43 government job opportunities for candidates with 10th/SSC and ITI qualifications in trades such as COPA, Desktop Publishing Operator, Computer Hardware & Network Maintenance, Medical Lab Technician, Draughtsman, Instrument Mechanic and others. Eligible candidates should complete the online application before 17th September 2026, 5 PM and carefully verify the official notification before submission.

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