ARCI Recruitment 2026: 29 Vacancies

The International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials (ARCI), Hyderabad, has announced recruitment for 29 positions across research, technical, administrative and support roles. The opportunity is open to candidates whose qualifications and experience match the requirements for the individual posts, ranging from Class 10 with ITI to engineering degrees.

Applications are invited online from 17 October to 16 November 2026 under Advertisement No. ARCI/HRD/RECT/1/2026. The vacancies cover six post types, and the selection method has not yet been announced; candidates should check ARCI’s official website for further details and updates.

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

ARCI has listed 29 vacancies across six roles. The vacancy figures are described as tentative in the short notification. The advertisement also notes that two posts will be filled by suitable Persons with Disabilities (OH/HH/VH), but it does not specify their allocation among the posts.

ARCI is an autonomous research and development centre of the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, based in Hyderabad, Telangana. One Assistant “A” position is specified for the ARCI office at Gurugram, NCR-Delhi, Haryana. The short notice lists the other posts across ARCI units without giving further post-wise locations.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Eligibility varies by post. Scientist “B” (R&D) applicants need a B.E. or B.Tech degree in Engineering or Technology. Technical Assistant “A” applicants must have either a B.Sc. in Physical Sciences with Chemistry or a three-year diploma in Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.

For Assistant “A”, the stated requirement is a bachelor’s degree and three years of experience in administration, human resources, finance and accounts, stores and purchase, or liaison work. Technician “A” candidates need Class 10, a two-year ITI qualification and three years of technical experience.

Driver “A” applicants must have passed Class 10 and hold both LMV and HMV driving licences. The notice also requires knowledge of motor mechanisms, three years of LMV driving experience and six years of HMV driving experience. Ex-servicemen will receive preference for this post.

Officer “B” (Finance & Accounts) is a deputation post. The notice requires a degree with a good academic record and experience in the relevant level: holding an analogous post, or five years in Level 8/7, or eight years in Level 6. Applicants should consult the detailed advertisement for the full deputation conditions and any additional post-specific requirements.

Age Limit

The maximum ages listed are 30 years for Scientist “B” and Technical Assistant “A”, 28 years for Assistant “A” and Technician “A”, and 27 years for Driver “A”. The short notice does not state an age limit for Officer “B”. The age cut-off date is yet to be confirmed, and age relaxation will be available according to applicable rules.

Application Fee

The application fee has not been specified in the short notification and is marked as to be updated. The notice indicates that payment, if required, will be made online. Check the detailed advertisement or application portal for the confirmed fee and payment instructions before submitting an application.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official ARCI website at www.arci.res.in and open the Careers or Vacancies section.
2. Find Advertisement No. ARCI/HRD/RECT/1/2026 and read the detailed notification and application instructions.
3. Choose the post that matches your qualifications and check its experience, age and other eligibility requirements. Note that Officer “B” is a deputation post.
4. Complete the online application with accurate information and provide the documents requested in the official application process.
5. Follow the portal’s instructions about any applicable online fee, then submit the form by 16 November 2026.
6. Keep a copy or printout of the submitted application for your records.

Salary & Pay Scale

The notice identifies pay levels rather than specific rupee amounts. The posts span Pay Level 2 through Pay Level 10; ARCI has not provided exact salary figures in the short advertisement.

Selection Process

ARCI has not yet announced the selection criteria for this recruitment. The short notice says the process will be updated on the official website. The examination or interview date, exam pattern, shift timings and admit card schedule are also pending announcement, so applicants should monitor the ARCI portal for official updates.

Eligible candidates should review the detailed advertisement for their chosen post and submit the online application by 16 November 2026. Applicants for experience-based posts should also ensure that they can provide the required supporting experience documents.