CSIR CMERI Technician Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 27 Posts
Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization Name | CSIR-Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-CMERI), Durgapur |
| Post Name | Technician (1) [Group-II] |
| Total Vacancies | 27 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Job Location | CSIR-CMERI, Durgapur (West Bengal) & Centre of Excellence for Farm Machinery, Ludhiana (Punjab) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Notification Date | 04 July 2026 |
| Commencement of Online Application | 04 July 2026 at 10:00 AM IST |
| Last Date for Submission of Online Application | 03 August 2026 up to 5:00 PM IST |
| Extended Last Date for Submission of Online Application | 14 August 2026 up to 5:00 PM IST |
| Cut-off Date for Age, Qualification, Category Claims | 03 August 2026 |
| Fee Last Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Trade Test Date | Check Official Notification |
| Written Examination Date | Check Official Notification |
| Interview Date | Check Official Notification |
| Result Date | Check Official Notification |
Application / Registration Fee
| Category | Fee | Payment Mode | Fee Deadline |
|---|
| General / OBC | ₹500 | SBI Collect (Online only) | 14 August 2026 |
| SC / ST / Women / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | No Application Fee | N/A | N/A |
Note: Fee once paid will not be refunded. Application once finally submitted cannot be withdrawn or modified. Fees paid through any mode other than SBI Collect will be rejected.
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancy / Seat Details
Trade-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Code | Trade | No. of Posts | Reservation Position |
|---|
| 260101 | Fitter | 14 | SC-04, OBC(NCL)-04, EWS-03, UR-03 |
| 260102 | Electrician / Mechanic (Electrical Power Drives) | 04 | UR-04 |
| 260103 | Electronics Mechanic / Instrument Mechanic | 04 | UR-PwBD(HH)-01, UR-PwBD(OH)-01, UR-02 |
| 260104 | Machinist | 02 | EWS-01, UR-01 |
| 260105 | Foundryman | 01 | UR-01 |
| 260106 | Mechanic (Motor Vehicle/Diesel) | 01 | OBC(NCL)-01 |
| 260107 | Refrigeration & Air-Conditioning | 01 | UR-01 |
| Total | | 27 | |
Reservation Break-up (Overall)
| Category | Posts Reserved |
|---|
| SC | 04 |
| OBC(NCL) | 05 |
| EWS | 04 |
| UR-PwBD(HH) | 01 |
| UR-PwBD(OH) | 01 |
| UR | 12 |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM – Horizontal) | 02 |
Key Eligibility Summary
| Parameter | Details |
|---|
| Age Limit | 18 – 28 years (as on 03 August 2026) |
| Educational Qualification | SSC/10th Standard with Science subjects (min 55%) + ITI/National Trade Certificate or equivalent |
| Alternative Qualification | 2 years full-time apprentice experience OR 3 years work experience in a Govt/PSU/Autonomous Body |
| Pay Scale | Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) per 7th CPC |
| Total Emoluments | Approximately ₹39,000 per month (incl. Basic Pay, DA, HRA, TA) |
| Nationality | Citizen of India |
| Age Relaxation – SC/ST | 5 years |
| Age Relaxation – OBC-NCL | 3 years |
| Age Relaxation – PwBD (Unreserved) | 10 years |
| Age Relaxation – PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| Age Relaxation – PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Age Relaxation – ESM | 3 years after deduction of actual military service |
| Age Relaxation – Widows/Divorced Women | Up to 35 years (SC/ST: up to 40 years) |
Selection / Admission / Evaluation Process
- Screening of Applications – Online applications received within the stipulated last date are screened by a duly constituted Screening Committee, which shortlists candidates for a Trade Test.
- Trade Test (Qualifying) – Conducted in the relevant trade; syllabus notified separately on the official website. Qualifying in nature only.
- Competitive Written Examination – OMR/Computer Based Objective Type Multiple Choice exam.
Written Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | No. of Questions | Max Marks | Negative Marking | Duration |
|---|
| Paper-I | Mental Ability Test (General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, Problem Solving, Situational Judgement) | 50 | 100 | No negative marking | 1 hour |
| Paper-II | General Awareness | 25 | 75 | 1 mark per wrong answer | 30 minutes |
| Paper-II | English Language | 25 | 75 | 1 mark per wrong answer | 30 minutes |
| Paper-III | Concerned Subject (trade-specific) | 50 | 150 | 1 mark per wrong answer | 1 hour |
- Medium: English and Hindi (except English Language paper)
- Standard: SSC + ITI / 12th Standard
- Total Questions: 150 | Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Paper-II and Paper-III evaluated only for candidates who secure the minimum threshold in Paper-I.
- Final merit list based on marks in Paper-II and Paper-III only.
Tie-Break Resolution (CSIR Letter No. 5-1(211)/2014-PD)
- Higher marks in the concerned subject/trade paper
- Lesser negative marks in the concerned subject/trade paper
- Lesser negative marks in papers considered for merit
- Older date of birth
- Candidate acquiring the essential degree earlier
- Alphabetical order of first names
Benefits Under Council Service
- DA, HRA (not admissible if staying in Institute colony), TA as admissible
- Medical expense reimbursement, Leave Travel Concession, House Building Advance
- National Pension System / extant CSIR pension provisions
- Probation period of 1 year from date of joining
- Career advancement under Assessment Promotion Scheme for Technical & Support Staff
How to Apply / Register / Check Status
- Create/Verify Email ID – Ensure a valid email ID and active mobile number are available; communication will be via CSIR-CMERI.
- Register on the Portal – Register with name and email address at the official website; log in with credentials.
- Fill Application & Upload Documents – Complete the form and upload all supporting documents accurately.
- Pay Application Fee (wherever applicable) – Pay online via SBI Collect, download the e-receipt, and upload it in the application.
- Submit the Application – Click 'Submit'; no modifications allowed after submission. Keep a printout; do NOT send a hard copy.
Required Documents Checklist
- Recent passport-size colour photograph
- Signature of the candidate
- Fee receipt of ₹500 (wherever applicable)
- SSC/10th certificate reflecting Date of Birth
- SSC/10th Marksheet with marks/percentage
- ITI / Trade / Apprentice Training Certificate
- Category / Community / PwBD / ESM certificate (prescribed format)
- Experience Certificate(s), if any
- Higher qualification certificate(s), if any
- Aadhaar Card
- NOC from present employer (prescribed Annexure format), if applicable
Candidates from universities awarding CGPA/SGPA/OGPA/DGPA/CPI must convert grades to percentage and upload the conversion formula. Print-outs will not be available after 5:00 PM on 03 August 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to apply for CSIR CMERI Technician Recruitment 2026?
The extended last date for submission of online applications is 14 August 2026 at 5:00 PM IST.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in CSIR CMERI Recruitment 2026?
There are 27 Technician (1) [Group-II] vacancies across seven trades.
Q3. What is the age limit for CSIR CMERI Technician posts?
The age limit is 18 to 28 years, with relaxation available for SC, OBC-NCL, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and other eligible categories as per Government of India rules.
Q4. What is the educational qualification required?
Candidates need SSC/10th Standard with Science subjects (min 55%) along with an ITI/Trade Certificate, or 2 years of apprentice experience, or 3 years of relevant work experience in a government organization.
Q5. What is the salary for CSIR CMERI Technician posts?
Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level-2 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (₹19,900–₹63,200), with total emoluments of approximately ₹39,000 per month.
CSIR CMERI Technician Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Name | Link |
|---|
| Apply Online | Coming Soon |
| Official Notification / Advertisement | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
