CSIR – National Geophysical Research Institute (NGRI)
CSIR NGRI Technician Recruitment 2026 (21 Posts)
Advertisement No. 01/2026 | Technician (1) / Gr. II (1)
Job Notification Overview: CSIR-National Geophysical Research Institute (CSIR-NGRI), Hyderabad, has released Advertisement No. 01/2026 for the recruitment of Technician (1) / Gr. II (1) posts. A total of 21 vacancies are available in different trades including Fitter, Plumber, Electrician, Computer / IT Assistant, Digital Photographer, Laboratory Assistant, Medical Laboratory Technician, Physiotherapy Technician and Catering & Hospitality Assistant. Eligible Indian candidates can apply online from 05 September 2026 to 04 October 2026 at 06:00 PM. Check vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, salary, selection process and direct application links below.
📅 Important Dates Schedule
Advertisement Date:05 September 2026
Online Application Start:05 September 2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date for Apply Online:04 October 2026 (06:00 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment:04 October 2026
Trade Test / Written Exam:To be notified
💳 Application Fee Details
General / EWS / OBC Candidates:₹ 500/-
SC / ST Candidates:₹ 0/- (Exempted)
PwBD / Women / Ex-Servicemen:₹ 0/- (Exempted)
Payment Mode:Online through SBI Collect
⏳ CSIR NGRI Technician Age Limit & Eligibility Criteria
- Minimum Age Limit: 18 Years
- Maximum Age Limit: 28 Years
- Age Calculation Date: 04 October 2026
- Age Relaxation:
- SC / ST: 5 Years
- OBC (NCL): 3 Years
- PwBD (UR/EWS): 10 Years
- PwBD (OBC): 13 Years
- PwBD (SC/ST): 15 Years
- CSIR / Government / Autonomous Body / PSU Employees: Up to 5 Years, as per applicable rules.
- Other categories: As per applicable Government / CSIR rules.
📋 Vacancy Details & Educational Qualification
| Post Code | Post / Trade | Posts | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| T101 | Technician (Fitter) | 01 | 10th / SSC with minimum 55% + ITI / National or State Trade Certificate in Fitter OR applicable apprenticeship / relevant experience. |
| T102 | Technician (Plumber) | 01 | 10th / SSC with minimum 55% + ITI / National or State Trade Certificate in Plumber OR applicable apprenticeship / relevant experience. |
| T103 | Technician (Electrician) | 01 | 10th / SSC with minimum 55% + ITI / National or State Trade Certificate in Electrician OR applicable apprenticeship / relevant experience. |
| T104 | Technician (Computer / IT Assistant) | 11 | 10th / SSC with minimum 55% + ITI in COPA or Computer Hardware & Network Maintenance OR applicable apprenticeship / relevant experience. |
| T105 | Technician (Digital Photographer) | 01 | 10th / SSC with minimum 55% + ITI / National or State Trade Certificate in Digital Photographer OR applicable apprenticeship / relevant experience. |
| T106 | Technician (Laboratory Assistant – Chemical Plant) | 02 | 10th / SSC with minimum 55% + ITI / National or State Trade Certificate in relevant Laboratory Assistant trade OR applicable apprenticeship / relevant experience. |
| T107 | Technician (Medical Laboratory Technician) | 01 | 10th / SSC with minimum 55% + ITI / National or State Trade Certificate in Medical Laboratory Technician OR applicable apprenticeship / relevant experience. |
| T108 | Technician (Physiotherapy Technician) | 01 | 10th / SSC with minimum 55% + ITI / National or State Trade Certificate in relevant trade OR applicable apprenticeship / relevant experience. |
| T109 | Technician (Catering & Hospitality Assistant) | 02 | 10th / SSC with minimum 55% + relevant ITI / National or State Trade Certificate or applicable apprenticeship / experience. |
| Total Available Seats | 21 Posts | Pay Level-2: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 | |
💰 Salary / Pay Scale & Selection Process
Pay Level: Level-2 as per 7th Central Pay Commission.
Pay Scale: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200.
Approximate Gross Monthly Emoluments: ₹39,970/- at minimum pay, including applicable allowances as specified by CSIR-NGRI.
Selection Process: Screening / Shortlisting → Trade Test (Qualifying) → Competitive Written Examination → Document Verification / Medical as applicable. Final merit is prepared on the basis of the Competitive Written Examination performance.
📝 Competitive Written Examination Pattern
- Mode: OMR Based or Computer Based Objective Type Multiple Choice Examination.
- Medium: English and Hindi, except English Language questions.
- Standard: SSC + ITI / XII Standard.
- Total Questions: 150
- Total Time: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | Mental Ability Test | 50 | 100 | No Negative Marking |
| Paper-II | General Awareness | 25 | 75 | 1 mark for each wrong answer |
| English Language | 25 | 75 | 1 mark for each wrong answer | |
| Paper-III | Concerned Subject | 50 | 150 | 1 mark for each wrong answer |
📝 Step-by-Step Guide: How to Fill CSIR NGRI Technician Online Form 2026
- Visit the official CSIR-NGRI Technician Recruitment Portal.
- Click on New Registration and register using a valid Email ID and Mobile Number.
- Set your password and log in to the online application portal.
- Select the relevant Technician Post Code / Trade for which you want to apply.
- Enter your personal, educational and employment details carefully.
- Pay the applicable ₹500/- application fee through SBI Collect. SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted subject to applicable conditions and document upload.
- Upload the required documents:
- Latest passport-size colour photograph
- Signature
- 10th / SSC certificate or marksheet
- ITI / Trade / Apprenticeship certificate, as applicable
- Category certificate, if applicable
- Other supporting certificates / documents as required
- Check all details carefully before final submission.
- Click Final Submit. No modification is permitted after final submission.
- Download and keep a printout / copy of the submitted application for future reference.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – CSIR NGRI Technician Recruitment 2026
Q1. When will CSIR NGRI Technician Recruitment 2026 applications start?
The online application process started on 05 September 2026 at 10:00 AM.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for CSIR NGRI Technician Recruitment 2026?
The last date for submission of the online application and fee payment is 04 October 2026 at 06:00 PM.
Q3. How many vacancies are available in CSIR NGRI Technician Recruitment 2026?
A total of 21 Technician vacancies are available across different trades.
Q4. What is the age limit for CSIR NGRI Technician Recruitment 2026?
The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age is 28 years as on 04 October 2026, subject to applicable relaxation rules.
Q5. What is the application fee for CSIR NGRI Technician Recruitment 2026?
The application fee is ₹500/- for applicable candidates. SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted subject to the conditions mentioned in the official notification.
Q6. What is the salary for CSIR NGRI Technician posts?
The post carries Pay Level-2, ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 under the 7th CPC. The notification mentions approximate gross monthly emoluments of ₹39,970/- at minimum pay, including applicable allowances.
🔗 Important Direct Action Links
Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to carefully read the detailed official CSIR-NGRI Advertisement No. 01/2026 and verify all eligibility conditions, trade-wise qualifications, documents, fee requirements and other details before submitting the online application.