The National Centre for Radio Astrophysics, Pune [NCRA] of the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research [TIFR] invites online recruitment applications through NCRA TIFR- website (https://ncrarec.tifrh.res.in/) (Advt. No. 2026/09) for the following posts of 20 Clerk-A, Driver-B, Laboratory Assistant-B, Administrative Trainee, Tradesman Trainee, Engineer Trainee, Library Trainee, Technical Assistant, Project Administrative Assistant, Project Administrative Officer & Security Guard vacancies on regular basis. The applicants satisfying the requisite qualification may apply through ONLINE MODE only, According to the official timeline, the online application portal opens today, 05.08.2026, and interested applicants must submit their forms before the closing date on 31.08.2026.
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Eligible candidates possessing a 10th, ITI, Diploma, B.E/B.Tech, Any Degree, B.Lib.I.Sc / M.Lib.I.Sc can apply exclusively via the online mode. The primary job locations for these coveted Clerk, Administrative Trainee posts are spread All Over India. Following a successful submission, registered candidates will receive a secure link to download their official exam hall tickets and interview call letters via email approximately 4 to 7 days prior to the examination date.
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NCRA TIFR Current Notification 2026 [Key Highlights]
| Organization Name: NCRA – Tata Institute of Fundamental Research [TIFR] |
| Notification No: 2026/09 |
| Job Category: Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type: Regular Basis |
| Total No of Vacancies: 20 Clerk-A, Driver-B, Laboratory Assistant-B, Administrative Trainee, Tradesman Trainee, Engineer Trainee, Library Trainee, Technical Assistant, Project Administrative Assistant, Project Administrative Officer & Security Guard Posts |
| Place of Posting: Pune , Khodad |
| Starting Date: 05.08.2026 |
| Last Date: 31.08.2026 |
| Apply Mode: Online |
| Official Website: https://ncrarec.tifrh.res.in/ |
Current NCRA TIFR Job Openings:
- Project Administrative Officer – 01 Post
- Project Administrative Assistant – 01 Post
- Technical Assistant (Low Hardware) – 03 Posts
- Technical Assistant (OMC) – 02 Posts
- Project Technical Assistant (SRC) – 03 Posts
- Engineer Trainee (Servo) – 02 Posts
- Library Trainee – 01 Post
- Administrative Trainee – 06 Posts
- Tradesman Trainee (Electrical) – 02 Posts
- Administrative Asst.-B – 01 Post
- Clerk-A – 01 Post
- Driver-B – 01 Post
- Laboratory Assistant-B – 02 Posts
- Clerk-A – 01 Post
- Driver-B – 01 Post
- Security Guard – 01 Post
NCRA TIFR Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification for NCRA TIFR:
- Project Administrative Officer –
- Essential Qualification: a) Graduate from a recognized University/ Institute with aggregate of 60% marks. b) Diploma/Degree/Certificate course in Management or Administration from a recognized University/Institute. c) Proficiency in use of personal computers and applications.
- Experience: 5 years’ service in Level 6 and/or with equivalent TME (total monthly emolument)
- Project Administrative Assistant –
- Minimum Qualification: (a) Graduate from a recognized University /Institute with aggregate of 55% marks. (b) Proficiency in word processing/ database/accounting procedures.
- Experience: 3 years’ experience in Accounts/ Purchase/ Stores/General Admin /Establishment in a large and reputed organization.
- Technical Assistant (Low Hardware) –
- Minimum Qualification: (a) Full Time Science Graduate (from a recognized University/Institute with aggregate of 60% marks) in Electronics or allied field. OR (b) Full Time Diploma in Engineering (from a recognized University/ Institute with aggregate of 60% marks) in Electronics or allied field. (c) Knowledge of use of personal computers and its applications.
- Experience: 1-year experience in hardware maintenance.
- Technical Assistant (OMC) –
- Minimum Qualification: (a) Full Time Science Graduate (from a recognized University/Institute with aggregate of 60% marks) in Electronics or allied field. OR (b) Full Time Diploma in Engineering (from a recognized University/ Institute with aggregate of 60% marks) in Electronics or allied field. (c) Knowledge of use of personal computers and its applications.
- Experience: 1-year experience in hardware maintenance.
- Project Technical Assistant (SRC) –
- Minimum Qualification: (a) Full Time Science Graduate (from a recognized University/Institute with aggregate of 60% marks) in Electrical, Electronics, computers, network or allied field. OR (b) Full Time Diploma in Engineering (from a recognized University/ Institute with aggregate of 60% marks) in Electronics or allied field. (c) Knowledge of use of personal computers and its applications.
- Experience: 1-year experience in maintenance of a large computer system
- Engineer Trainee (Servo) –
- /Minimum Qualification: BE/B.Tech. (Electronics & Communication/ Electronics Engineering) from a recognized Institute/university with minimum 60% marks.
- Desirable Experience: One-year programming/design/development experience in Embedded systems/Digital electronics/Control Systems, Microcontroller/ Microprocessor based systems, Assembly Language/ C/ VHDL Programming, RTOS/ Linux.
- Library Trainee –
- Minimum Qualification and Experience: (1) Graduate from a recognized university/Institute, and (2) B.Lib.I.Sc / M.Lib.I.Sc from recognized university/Institute (3) 0-2 years’ Experience in relevant field
- Administrative Trainee –
- Minimum Qualification: (1) Graduate from a recognized university (2) Knowledge of typing & use of personal computers and applications.
- Desired: Fluency in spoken and written English.
- Tradesman Trainee (Electrical) –
- Minimum Qualification: (a) National Trade Certificate (NTC) (with aggregate of 60% marks) awarded by National Council of Vocational Training (NCVT) in Electrical/Electrician trade. OR (b) National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) (with aggregate of 60% marks) awarded by National Council of Vocational Training (NCVT) in Electrical/Electrician trade. (c) Must hold an electrical wireman licenses which is mandatory.
- Administrative Asst.-B –
- Essential Qualification: (a) Graduate from a recognised University /Institute with aggregate of 55% marks. (b) Proficiency in word processing/data base/accounting procedures.
- Essential Experience: 5 years’ experience in Establishment/HR section in a large and reputed organization.
- Desirable: Knowledge of Central Govt. rules, CCS rules, FR-SR, Service rule, etc.
- Clerk-A –
- Essential Qualification: (a) Graduate from a recognised University /Institute with aggregate of 50% marks. (b) Knowledge of typing. (c) Knowledge of use of personal computers and applications especially MS Office – supported by certificates from the government recognized institutions.
- Essential Experience: Minimum 1-year experience in clerical duties and correspondence in large and reputed organization.
- Desirable: Candidates with better typing skills and computer proficiency, knowledge of Central Govt. rules and procedures may be given preference.
- Driver-B –
- Essential Qualification: (a) Passed S.S.C. or Equivalent (Central/State Board Examinations). (b) Valid license for driving appropriate vehicle as per requirement. (Compulsory to upload in the document).
- Essential Experience: Minimum 3 years of accident-free driving of heavy passenger motor vehicles in large cities.
- Laboratory Assistant-B –
- Essential Qualification and Experience: (a) National Trade Certificate (NTC) (aggregate of 60% marks) awarded by National Council of Vocational Training (NCVT) in trade Electronics or allied trade. (b) Two years’ experience in the electronics lab of a reputed organization. OR (a) National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) (aggregate of 60% marks) awarded by National Council of Vocational Training (NCVT) in trade Electronics or allied trade. (b) One-year experience in the electronics lab of a reputed organization.
- Desirable Experience: 1. Experience in soldering and de-soldering of PTH and SMD components and ICs using workstation. 2. Knowledge of personal computers, networking and CRO/DSO.
- Clerk-A –
- Essential Qualification: (a) Graduate from a recognised University /Institute with aggregate of 50% marks. (b) Knowledge of typing. (c) Knowledge of use of personal computers and applications especially MS Office – supported by certificates from the government recognized institutions.
- Essential Experience: Minimum 1-year experience in clerical duties and correspondence in large and reputed organization.
- Desirable: Candidates with better typing skills and computer proficiency, knowledge of Central Govt. rules and procedures may be given preference.
- Driver-B –
- Essential Qualification: (a) Passed S.S.C. or Equivalent (Central/State Board Examinations). (b) Valid license for driving appropriate vehicle as per requirement. (Compulsory to upload in the document).
- Essential Experience: Minimum 3 years of accident-free driving of heavy passenger motor vehicles in large cities.
- Security Guard –
- Essential Qualification: (a) Passed S.S.C OR Equivalent (Central/State Board Examinations) (b) Firefighting Training Certificate/NCC Certificate/Civil Defence training/Home guard (This clause is not applicable to candidates from Defence/CAPF). (c) Knowledge of use of personal computers and applications. ssential Experience: Minimum 3 years’ experience in Defence/CAPF/Security work in a reputed organization.
Age Limit for NCRA TIFR: (As on 31.08.2026)
- Project Administrative Officer – 40 years
- Project Administrative Assistant – 33 years
- Technical Assistant (Low Hardware) – Maximum 33 years for SC & ST and 28 Year for UR/General
- Technical Assistant (OMC) – 28 years
- Project Technical Assistant (SRC) – Maximum 28 years for UR, 31 years for OBC
- Engineer Trainee (Servo) – 28 years
- Library Trainee – 28 years
- Administrative Trainee – 28 years
- Tradesman Trainee (Electrical) – 28 years
- Administrative Asst.-B – 33 years
- Clerk-A – 33 years
- Driver-B – 30 years
- Laboratory Assistant-B – Maximum 31 years for OBC & 28 for UR
- Clerk-A – 28 years
- Driver-B – 35 years
- Security Guard – 28 years
Relaxation of Upper age limit:
- +5 Years for ST/SC
- +3 Years for OBC (NCL)
- Persons with Disabilities candidate:
- +10 Years for UR
- +13 Years for OBC (NCL)
- +15 Years for ST/SC
- For Ex-Servicemen Applicants: As per Govt. Policy
Pay Scale for NCRA TIFR:
- Project Administrative Officer – Rs.1,03,400/-
- Project Administrative Assistant – Rs.63,900/-
- Technical Assistant (Low Hardware) – Rs.63,900/-
- Technical Assistant (OMC) – Rs.63,900/-
- Project Technical Assistant (SRC) – Rs.63,900/-
- Engineer Trainee (Servo) – Rs.35,000/-
- Library Trainee – Rs.22,000/-
- Administrative Trainee – Rs.22,000/-
- Tradesman Trainee (Electrical) – Rs.18,500/-
- Administrative Asst.-B – Rs.73,020/-
- Clerk-A – Rs.46,990/-
- Driver-B – Rs.39,970/-
- Laboratory Assistant-B – Rs.39,970/-
- Clerk-A – Rs.39,970/-
- Driver-B – Rs.35,270/-
- Security Guard – Rs.32,040/-
Method of Selection for NCRA TIFR:
- Short listing
- Written Exam/Skill Test
- Interview
How to Submit an Application:
Eligible candidates shall apply online between 05.08.2026 and 31.08.2026 (both days inclusive) through the ‘Careers’ page of the The National Centre for Radio Astrophysics, Pune [NCRA] of the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research [TIFR] website https://ncrarec.tifrh.res.in/ after carefully going through the instructions given in Official Notification.
Crucial Dates:
- Opening Date of online application portal: 05.08.2026
- Closing Date of online application portal: 31.08.2026
NCRA TIFR Advertisement & Apply Link:
| Official Career Page of NCRA TIFR: Click Here to Website |
| Advertisement for NCRA TIFR 1 : Click Here to Download |
| Advertisement for NCRA TIFR 2 : Click Here to Download |
| Online Application Form for NCRA TIFR: Click Here to Apply |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
- Is NCRA TIFR positions a permanent job?
- Yes, it is a permanent Job.
- What is the last date to apply for Clerk, Administrative Trainee recruitment 2026?
- The last date to submit your online application for the NCRA TIFR positions is 31.08.2026. The online application portal opened on 05.08.2026.
- Where will the selected candidates be posted?
- The official place of posting for all the 20 positions will be Pune, Khodad.
- What is the selection process for NCRA TIFR positions?
- The method of selection depends on the specific job profile but generally includes the following stages: Short listing, Written Exam/Skill Test, Interview
- What is the crucial date for reckoning age for this Clerk, Administrative Trainee?
- The crucial date for reckoning age is 31.08.2026.
