CSIR-NGRI Technician (1) Gr-II Recruitment 2026

CSIR-National Geophysical Research Institute (CSIR-NGRI), Hyderabad has released a recruitment notification for Technician (1) Gr-II posts. This drive is for 21 permanent vacancies, and eligible candidates can apply online. If you have passed 10th standard with Science and hold an ITI certificate in the relevant trade (or meet the equivalent experience/apprenticeship conditions), you can apply during the registration window.

The recruitment will be conducted through a multi-stage selection process comprising a Written Test/Trade Test followed by Document Verification. The selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level-02 under the 7th Pay Commission. The job location for this recruitment is CSIR-NGRI, Hyderabad, Telangana, and applications are accepted online from 5 September 2026 to 4 October 2026.

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must have passed SSC/10th Standard (or equivalent) with Science subjects and must have secured minimum 55% marks. In addition, candidates must satisfy any one of the following conditions:

1. ITI Certificate: Possess a National/State Trade Certificate in the RELEVANT TRADE.
2. Apprenticeship: Have 2 years of full-time experience as an apprentice trainee from a recognized institution in the RELEVANT TRADE.
3. Work Experience: Have 3 years of work experience in the RELEVANT TRADE in a Ministry/Department/Organisation/PSU/Autonomous Body under the Government of India or Government of a State/UT.

The recruitment notification also specifies the relevant trades. These include: Fitter, Plumber, Electrician, Computer / IT Assistant (Computer Operator & Programming Assistant or Computer Hardware & Network Maintenance), Digital Photographer, Laboratory Assistant – Chemical Plant, Medical Laboratory Technician, Physiotherapy Technician, and Catering & Hospitality Assistant.

Age Limit

The upper age limits are as follows: UR/EWS: 28 years, SC/ST: 32 years, and OBC (NCL): 31 years (as per Government rules). For PwBD candidates, age relaxation is applicable as per rules. The notification also indicates that eligibility will be determined as on the last date of submission of online application forms (2026-10-04).

Application Fee

The provided notification text does not mention any application fee. If a fee is applicable, it would be non-refundable as per the general terms and conditions; however, the amount/category-wise details are not available in the supplied information.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official CSIR-NGRI website: https://www.ngri.res.in/.
2. On the homepage, find and click the link for Advertisement No. 01/2026 under the latest notifications/Recruitment section.
3. Open the prescribed online application link provided in the advertisement.
4. Complete the registration by entering your basic details such as name, date of birth, mobile number, and email ID.
5. Use the generated registration ID and password to log in.
6. Fill the application form with required information including personal details, educational qualifications, category, and other asked particulars.
7. Upload scanned copies of documents supporting essential qualifications and experience, and upload category certificates such as caste certificate and disability certificate (if applicable), as per the instructions in the notification.
8. Upload your recent photograph and scanned signature in the format and size specified.
9. If an application fee is applicable, pay it online using debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI.
10. Review all entries carefully and submit the application form.
11. Download and print a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

Salary & Pay Scale

Selection Process

Selection for the Technician posts will be done through multiple stages. Candidates are required to qualify in each stage to be considered for final selection. The stages mentioned in the notification are: Written Test/Trade Test, followed by Document Verification. The institute may also shortlist candidates using criteria higher than the minimum eligibility requirements.

Eligible candidates should complete their online application between 2026-09-05 and 2026-10-04 (up to 06:00 PM IST) to avoid rejection due to late submission.