The CSIR-Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research (CIMFR) has officially announced a massive 2026 recruitment Notification (Advt. No. CIMFR-_02/2026) to fill 30 Technician- 1 Group- II (1) vacancies. The applicants satisfying the requisite qualification may apply through ONLINE MODE only, Apply Online on the official Web-site of this CSIR-Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research (CIMFR) i.e. http://www.cimfr.res.in/. The online application portal will be opened on 20.05.2026 for filling online applications and the date for closing the online application interface is 19.06.2026.
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Eligible candidates with qualifications 10th, ITI can apply online. Candidates should note that the primary Job locations for these posts are Dhanbad. Registered candidates will receive a link to download their exam hall tickets via email approximately 4 to 7 days prior to the examination date.
CSIR CIMFR Current Notification 2026 [Key Highlights]
| Organization Name: CSIR-Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research (CIMFR) |
| Notification No: CIMFR-_02/2026 |
| Job Category: Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type: Regular Basis / |
| Total No of Vacancies: 30 Technician- 1 Group- II (1) Posts |
| Place of Posting: Dhanbad |
| Starting Date: 20.05.2026 |
| Last Date: 19.06.2026 |
| Apply Mode: Online |
| Official Website: http://www.cimfr.res.in/ |
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Current CSIR CIMFR Job Openings:
- Technician-1/Gr.-II – Instrument Mechanics – 03 Posts
- Technician-1/Gr.-II – Survey/ Surveyor/ Surveying – 03 Posts
- Technician-1/Gr.-II – Fitter – 05 Posts
- Technician-1/Gr.-II – Welder – 02 Posts
- Technician-1/Gr.-II – Carpenter – 01 Post
- Technician-1/Gr.-II – Electrician – 07 Posts
- Technician-1/Gr.-II – Wireman – 01 Post
- Technician-1/Gr.-II – Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC) – 02 Posts
- Technician-1/Gr.-II – Draughtsman Civil – 01 Post
- Technician-1/Gr.-II – Automobile / Mechanic Motor Vehicle (MMV) – 02 Posts
- Technician-1/Gr.-II – Draughtsman Mechanical – 01 Post
CSIR CIMFR Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification for CSIR CIMFR:
- Technician-1/Gr.-II – Instrument Mechanics
- Essential Qualification: SSC / 10th Standard/ SSC or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and ITI certificate or national / state trade certificate in Instrument Mechanics from a recognized institution. OR SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 2 years‟ full time experience as an apprentice trainee in Instrument Mechanics from a recognized institution. OR SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 3 years of work experience in Instrument Mechanics in a Ministry / Department/ Organization / Public Sector Undertaking / Autonomous Body under Government of India / State / UT.
- Technician-1/Gr.-II – Survey/ Surveyor/ Surveying
- Essential Qualification: SSC / 10th Standard/ SSC or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and ITI certificate or national / state trade certificate in Survey/ Surveyor/ Surveying from a recognized institution. OR SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 2 years‟ full time experience as an apprentice trainee in Survey/ Surveyor/ Surveying from a recognized institution. OR SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 3 years of work experience in Survey/ Surveyor/ Surveying.
- Technician-1/Gr.-II – Fitter
- Essential Qualification: SSC / 10th Standard/ SSC or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and ITI certificate or national / state trade certificate in Fitter from a recognized institution. OR SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 2 years‟ full time experience as an apprentice trainee in Fitter from a recognized institution. OR SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 3 years of work experience in Fitter.mous Body under Government of India / State / UT.
- Technician-1/Gr.-II – Welder
- Essential Qualification: SSC / 10th Standard/ SSC or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and ITI certificate or national / state trade certificate in Welder from a recognized institution. OR SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 2 years‟ full time experience as an apprentice trainee in Welder from a recognized institution. OR SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 3 years of work experience in Welder.
- Technician-1/Gr.-II – Carpenter
- Essential Qualification: SSC / 10th Standard/ SSC or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and ITI certificate or national / state trade certificate in Carpenter from a recognized institution. OR SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 2 years‟ full time experience as an apprentice trainee in Carpenter from a recognized institution. OR SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 3 years of work experience in Carpenter.
- Technician-1/Gr.-II – Electrician
- Essential Qualification: SSC / 10th Standard/ SSC or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and ITI certificate or national / state trade certificate in Electrician from a recognized institution. OR SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 2 years‟ full time experience as an apprentice trainee in Electrician from a recognized institution. OR SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 3 years of work experience in Electrician.
- Technician-1/Gr.-II – Wireman
- Essential Qualification: SSC / 10th Standard/ SSC or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and ITI certificate or national / state trade certificate in Wireman from a recognized institution. OR SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 2 years‟ full time experience as an apprentice trainee in Wireman from a recognized institution. OR SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 3 years of work experience in Wireman.
- Technician-1/Gr.-II – Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC)
- Essential Qualification: SSC / 10th Standard/ SSC or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and ITI certificate or national / state trade certificate in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC) from a recognized institution. OR SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 2 years‟ full time experience as an apprentice trainee in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC) from a recognized institution. OR SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 3 years of work experience in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC).
- Technician-1/Gr.-II – Draughtsman Civil
- Essential Qualification: SSC / 10th Standard/ SSC or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and ITI certificate or national / state trade certificate in Draughtsman Civil from a recognized institution. OR SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 2 years‟ full time experience as an apprentice trainee in Draughtsman Civil from a recognized institution. OR SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 3 years of work experience in Draughtsman Civil.
- Technician-1/Gr.-II – Automobile / Mechanic Motor Vehicle (MMV)
- Essential Qualification: SSC / 10th Standard/ SSC or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and ITI certificate or national / state trade certificate in Automobile / Mechanic Motor Vehicle (MMV) from a recognized institution. OR SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 2 years‟ full time experience as an apprentice trainee in Automobile / Mechanic Motor Vehicle (MMV) from a recognized institution. OR SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 3 years of work experience in Automobile / Mechanic Motor Vehicle (MMV).
- Technician-1/Gr.-II – Draughtsman Mechanical
- Essential Qualification: SSC / 10th Standard/ SSC or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and ITI certificate or national / state trade certificate in Draughtsman Mechanical from a recognized institution. OR SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 2 years‟ full time experience as an apprentice trainee in Draughtsman Mechanical from a recognized institution. OR SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 3 years of work experience in Draughtsman Mechanical.
Age Limit for CSIR CIMFR: (As on 19.06.2026)
- Technician-1/Gr.-II – 18 – 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 CSIR CIMFR:
- Technician-1/Gr.-II – Level-2 (Rs. 19,900- 63,200)
Method of Selection for CSIR CIMFR:
- Trade Test
- Competitive Written Examination
Application Fee for CSIR CIMFR:
- For ST/SC/Ex-s/PWD Applicants – Nil
- For Other Applicants – Rs.500/-
- Payment Mode: Online
How to Submit an Application:
Eligible candidates shall apply online between 20.05.2026 and 19.06.2026 (both days inclusive) through the ‘Careers’ page of the CSIR-Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research (CIMFR) website http://www.cimfr.res.in/ after carefully going through the instructions given in Official Notification.
Crucial Dates:
- Opening Date of online application portal: 20.05.2026
- Closing Date of online application portal: 19.06.2026
CSIR CIMFR Advertisement & Apply Link:
| Official Career Page of CSIR CIMFR: Click Here to Website |
| Advertisement for CSIR CIMFR: Click Here to Download |
| Online Application Form for CSIR CIMFR: Click Here to Apply |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
- Is CSIR CIMFR Technician- 1 a permanent job?
- Yes, it is a permanent Job.
- What are the stages of recruitment process?
- Trade Test, Competitive Written Examination
- What is the crucial date for reckoning age for this Technician- 1?
- The crucial date for reckoning age is 19.06.2026.
