IOP Bhubaneswar Tradesman-A Recruitment 2026

The Institute of Physics (IoP), Bhubaneswar, an autonomous research institute under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India, is recruiting Tradesman-A staff under Advertisement No. IOP/Recruit/09/2026. The five openings cover several technical and masonry trades, and applicants who meet the relevant education and age requirements should submit a paper application to the Institute.

The recruitment covers five posts in Bhubaneswar, with applications accepted offline from 30 September to 10 November 2026; the completed hard copy must reach the Institute by the closing date. Candidates will undergo a written examination and/or screening followed by a trade or skill test in the relevant area. The examination date is yet to be announced.

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

IoP has advertised five Tradesman-A positions, with one vacancy assigned to each post code. The category allocation is three Unreserved posts, one Scheduled Tribe post and one Scheduled Caste post. All five are in Pay Level 2 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, and the stated age range for each is 18 to 25 years.

Indicative trade duties: Electrical staff may maintain wiring and distribution panels in offices, laboratories and residential areas; street lighting, underground cables, UPS distribution, pumping stations, earthing and diesel generator sets. Electrical staff may also be assigned three-shift operation and maintenance duties at the electrical substation. The Electrical/Electronics post includes support for the Ion Beam Laboratory and other advanced laboratories, PCB soldering, and maintenance of electronic power supplies; refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment may also be included as required. The Mechanical/Refrigeration and Air Conditioning post involves laboratory operation and maintenance support, fitting and assembly, mechanical maintenance, and servicing equipment such as AC units, water coolers and refrigerators. The Mason post covers masonry and related civil maintenance in office, laboratory and residential areas, including repairs, plastering, brick or block work, and tile or stone work. Other related duties may be assigned by the competent authority.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Applicants need the qualification relevant to the post code. The notification states the education route as SSC/10th with at least 60% marks, or HSC/12th with Science and Mathematics together with a relevant ITI or trade certificate of at least one year from a government-recognized board, council or institute. For TA-01 and TA-02, the certificate must be in the Electrician trade. TA-03 requires an Electrician or Electronic trade certificate; TA-04 requires a Mechanical or Refrigeration and Air Conditioning trade certificate; and TA-05 requires an ITI certificate or National/State Trade Certificate in Masonry. Applicants should consult the official advertisement for the precise qualification conditions applicable to their chosen post.

Some additional credentials or experience are desirable, rather than stated as essential: an MV Lineman certificate or licence awarded by a State Government Electrical Inspector is desirable for Electrical posts, and industrial electrical-maintenance experience may receive preference. Electrical/Electronics applicants may receive preference for industrial maintenance experience. Knowledge or experience with refrigeration and air-conditioning systems and air compressors is preferred for TA-04. Relevant experience in institutional, residential, hospital or commercial buildings is desirable for Mason applicants.

Age, education and experience eligibility are assessed as of 10 November 2026, the last date for receipt of applications.

Age Limit

The age limit for all advertised Tradesman-A posts is 18 to 25 years. Age concessions may apply to eligible categories and internal candidates under Government of India and Department of Atomic Energy rules, as amended from time to time; the notification does not specify the individual relaxation periods in the information provided here.

Application Fee

No application fee is specified in the notification information. Candidates should check the official Institute website or advertisement for any updates before sending their application.

How to Apply

1. Visit the Institute of Physics website and find the Tradesman-A recruitment information.
2. Download the prescribed application form and read the detailed advertisement, including the requirements for the post code and trade you intend to apply for.
3. Complete the form with your personal and educational details. Keep a valid mobile number and active email address available.
4. Attach self-attested copies of relevant certificates and supporting documents. The notification information lists school certificates, ITI or trade certificates, other education records, a recent photograph, signature, date-of-birth proof and identity proof. Include category and experience certificates where applicable.
5. Write the envelope endorsement in this format: “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF TRADESMAN – [TRADE NAME] [POST CODE]”.
6. Send the completed application so it reaches the following address no later than 10 November 2026: The Director, Institute of Physics, P.O. Sainik School, Bhubaneswar – 751005, Odisha.

Salary & Pay Scale

Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level 2 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. The notification information does not state a specific rupee amount, so the precise pay cannot be given here. Basic pay and applicable allowances—including dearness allowance, house rent allowance and medical benefits—may form part of the compensation as admissible; the source also refers to other admissible allowances and promotion opportunities.

Selection Process

The selection stages are a written examination and/or screening, followed by a trade or skill test in the relevant trade. The trade test assesses practical knowledge, safety awareness and hands-on ability. A trade/skill test is stated to be mandatory. Final selection is through a merit list, with the Institute to publish detailed information on the scheme, syllabus, qualifying standards and other instructions on its website.

Eligible candidates should review the official advertisement carefully, choose the appropriate trade and post code, and ensure that their completed application reaches the Institute by 10 November 2026.