About the Org
The CSIR National Geophysical Research Institute (CSIR NGRI) is a premier research institute under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), dedicated to geophysical research and applications.
CSIR NGRI Recruitment 2026 : Apply Online for 21 Technician Posts
Vacancy Details
- Technician (Fitter): 1 Post (UR-1)
- Technician (Plumber): 1 Post (SC-1)
- Technician (Electrician): 1 Post (UR-ESM-1)
- Technician (Computer / IT Assistant): 11 Posts (UR-06, UR-PwBD-OH-01, UR-PwBD-HH-01, SC-02, ST-01)
- Technician (Digital Photographer): 1 Post (UR-01)
- Technician (Laboratory Assistant-Chemical Plant): 2 Posts (UR-01, EWS-01)
- Technician (Medical Laboratory Technician): 1 Post (UR-01)
- Technician (Physiotherapy Technician): 1 Post (UR-01)
- Technician (Catering & Hospitality Assistant): 2 Posts (UR-ESM-01, EWS-01)
Age and Education Qualification
Minimum 18 years, maximum 28 years as on 04-10-2026. Relaxation: SC/ST: 5 years, OBC (NCL): 3 years, PwBD (UR/EWS): 10 years, PwBD (OBC): 13 years, PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years, Ex-Servicemen: as per rules.
SSC/10th with Science subjects and minimum 55% marks, plus one of: ITI Certificate or National/State Trade Certificate in relevant trade; OR two years full-time apprentice training; OR three years work experience in relevant trade in a government organization.
Trade-wise specific qualifications are detailed in the official notification.
Salary Details
Pay Level-02 (7th CPC): Rs. 19,900 – Rs. 63,200. Approximate gross monthly emoluments: Rs. 39,970/-. Additional allowances like DA, HRA, TA, medical benefits, LTC as per rules.
Application Fees
Application fee details are not available in the notification extract. Candidates should check the online application portal for fee information.
How to Apply
- Visit the official CSIR-NGRI website at https://www.ngri.res.in/.
- Click on the ‘Recruitment’ or ‘Career’ section and find the link for ‘Technician Recruitment 2026’ (Advertisement No. 01/2026).
- Click on the ‘Apply Online’ link which will redirect to https://tiru.ngri.res.in/ngri_tech/.
- Register yourself by providing a valid email ID and mobile number. Create a password and note down the registration details.
- Login with your credentials and fill the application form with personal details, educational qualifications, and other required information.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required documents (educational certificates, ITI/trade certificate, experience certificate, category certificate, etc.) in the specified format and size.
- Pay the application fee if applicable (check the portal for fee details).
- Before final submission, preview the entire application form to verify all details are correct.
- Submit the application form online before the last date (04 October 2026, 06:00 PM).
- Take a printout of the submitted application form and keep it safe for future reference.
Important Dates
Application Start Date: 05-09-2026
Application End Date: 04-10-2026
Fee Payment Last Date:
Exam Date:
Admit Card:
Result Date:
Important Links
Job Summary
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Important Details | |
| Organization Name | CSIR National Geophysical Research Institute |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026 |
| Post Name | Technician 1 Group II 1 |
| Total Vacancies | 21 |
| Pay Scale | Level 2, ₹19900 to ₹63200 |
| Location | Telangana |
| Nationality | Indian citizens only |
| Educational Qualification | 10th with Science subjects and minimum 55% marks plus relevant ITI or National State Trade Certificate |
| Candidates without relevant ITI may qualify with 2 years full-time apprenticeship in the relevant trade or 3 years relevant work experience in eligible government or public sector organizations | |
| Age Limit | Minimum 18 years and maximum 28 years as on 04-10-2026 |
| Age Relaxation | SC/ST: 5 years; OBC NCL: 3 years; PwBD: up to 10 years with applicable category relaxation; other relaxation as per CSIR Government rules |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting, Trade Test and Competitive Written Examination |
| Application Fee | ₹500 |
| SC, ST, PwBD, Women and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted from fee payment | |
| Application Mode | Online Form |
| Official Website | https://www.ngri.res.in/ |
| Notification PDF | https://www.ngri.res.in/upload/uploadfiles/files/NGRI-Technician1-012026-05092026-eng.pdf |
| Apply Online | https://www.ngri.res.in/ |
| Service Liability | Selected candidates can be posted or transferred anywhere in India |
| NOC Requirement | Regular employees of CSIR, Government, PSU, universities or autonomous bodies must upload an NOC from their employer |
| Trade Wise Vacancies | Fitter: 1; Plumber: 1; Electrician: 1; Computer IT Assistant: 11; Digital Photographer: 1; Laboratory Assistant Chemical Plant: 2; Medical Lab Technician: 1; Physiotherapy Technician: 1; Catering and Hospitality Assistant: 2 |
| Reservation Details | UR: 15; SC: 3; ST: 1; EWS: 2 |
| Posts also include reservations for PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates | |
| Exam Mode | OMR-based or computer-based objective multiple-choice examination |
| Exam Medium | Hindi or English, selected during online application |
| Exam Pattern | 150 questions in 2 hours 30 minutes covering Mental Ability, General Awareness, English Language and relevant trade subject |
| Important Dates | |
| Application Start Date | 05-09-2026 |
| Application Last Date | 04-10-2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 04-10-2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
| Admit Card Release Date | To be announced |
| Trade Test Date | To be announced |
| Competitive Written Examination Date | To be announced |
| Result Date | To be announced |
| Candidate Instructions | |
| Who Should Apply | Indian candidates aged 18 to 28 years who have passed 10th with Science subjects and at least 55% marks, along with relevant ITI or trade certificate, may apply |
| Candidates with the prescribed apprenticeship or relevant eligible work experience may also apply | |
| How to Apply | Register using an active email address and mobile number, select the relevant post code, fill in personal and qualification details, upload documents, pay the applicable fee, review the application and click Final Submit |
| Documents to Upload | Latest passport-size colour photograph with plain background |
| Scanned signature | |
| 10th marksheet or certificate showing date of birth | |
| Birth certificate if date of birth is not shown in the 10th certificate | |
| ITI certificate or National State Trade Certificate and marksheet | |
| Apprentice certificate, if applying through apprenticeship eligibility | |
| Relevant experience certificate, if applicable | |
| SC, ST, OBC NCL, EWS, PwBD or Ex-Servicemen certificate, if applicable | |
| OBC NCL declaration form, if applicable | |
| SBI Collect fee receipt, if fee is paid | |
| NOC from employer for regular Government or PSU employees | |
| CGPA to percentage conversion certificate, if applicable | |
| Name-change affidavit or gazette notification, if applicable | |
| Selection and Examination | Shortlisted candidates must first qualify in the Trade Test. Only Trade Test-qualified candidates can attend the Competitive Written Examination |
| Application Instructions | Do not send a hard copy of the application after online submission |
| Use correct details and upload clear documents, as corrections are not allowed after final submission |
CSIR NGRI Recruitment 2026 : Apply Online for Project Assistant & Associate Posts
Vacancy Details
- Project Assistant II (PA II): 1 Post
- Project Associate I (PAT I): 2 Posts
- Project Associate I / II (PAT I / II): 1 Post
- Project Associate II (PAT II): 2 Posts
Age and Education Qualification
Maximum 35 years. Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women, 3 years for OBC.
- Project Assistant II: B.Sc. with Computer Science
- Project Associate I: MBA in Finance or M.Sc/M.Sc.(Tech)/M.Tech/M.S. in Geophysics or related fields
- Project Associate I/II: M.Sc/M.Sc.(Tech)/M.Tech/M.S. in Geophysics or related fields with experience
- Project Associate II: M.Sc/M.Sc.(Tech)/M.Tech/M.S. in Geophysics/Geology/Earth Sciences with 2 years experience
Salary Details
- Project Assistant II: Rs. 20,000/- + HRA
- Project Associate I: Rs. 25,000/- or Rs. 31,000/- + HRA
- Project Associate I/II: Rs. 25,000/- or Rs. 31,000/- or Rs. 28,000/- or Rs. 35,000/- + HRA
- Project Associate II: Rs. 28,000/- or Rs. 35,000/- + HRA
Application Fees
No application fee mentioned in the notification.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website of CSIR NGRI at www.ngri.res.in.
- Navigate to the ‘Recruitment’ or ‘Career’ section and find the advertisement for Project Assistant II and Project Associate posts.
- Click on the ‘Apply Online’ link for the respective post.
- Register yourself by providing a valid email ID and phone number. Create a password and login credentials.
- Log in using the credentials and fill the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload scanned copies of your recent photograph, signature, and required certificates in the prescribed format and size.
- Verify all the details in the preview before final submission. Make any corrections if needed.
- Submit the application form online before the last date, 13 August 2026.
- Take a printout of the submitted application form and keep it safe for future reference.
Important Dates
Application Start Date: 07-08-2026
Application End Date: 13-08-2026
Fee Payment Last Date:
Exam Date: 17-08-2026, 19-08-2026, 21-08-2026
Admit Card:
Result Date:
Important Links
Job Summary
| Title | Value |
|---|---|
| Org Name | CSIR National Geophysical Research Institute (CSIR NGRI) |
| Post Name | Project Assistant II, Project Associate I, Project Associate I/II, Project Associate II |
| No of Vacancies | 9 |
| Pay Scale | ₹20,000 – ₹35,000 per month |
| Educational Qualification | B.Sc, MBA, M.Sc, M.Tech, M.S. in relevant disciplines |
| Age Limit | Max 35 years |
| Application Fee | Nil |
FAQ
What is the last date to apply for CSIR NGRI Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 13 August 2026.
What is the selection process for CSIR NGRI Recruitment 2026?
The selection process includes a walk-in interview and possibly an online interview.
Is there any application fee for CSIR NGRI Recruitment 2026?
No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
This information is published for immediate reference purposes only. Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification before applying.
