The CSIR – National Physical Laboratory has officially announced a massive 2026 recruitment Notification (Advt. No. Rectt./02/2026) to fill 20 Technician (1) vacancies. The application form should be downloaded in PDF format from the official website @ https://www.nplindia.in/. The last date for the receipt of Filled application along with all enclosures is 30.06.2026. Before submitting an application, candidates must carefully read the NPL Technician (1) notification 2026 and verify their eligibility.
Eligible candidates with qualifications 10th + ITI can apply online. Candidates should note that the primary Job locations for these posts are New Delhi. 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 NPL Current Notification 2026 [Key Highlights]
| Organization Name: CSIR – National Physical Laboratory |
| Notification No: Rectt./02/2026 |
| Job Category: Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type: Regular Basis |
| Total No of Vacancies: 20 Technician (1) Posts |
| Place of Posting: New Delhi |
| Starting Date: 28.05.2026 |
| Last Date: 30.06.2026 |
| Apply Mode: Offline |
| Official Website: https://www.nplindia.in/ |
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Current CSIR NPL Job Openings:
- Technician (1) (Electronics) (Post Code (T2 – 01) – 10 Posts
- Technician (1) (Electrical) (Post Code (T2 – 02) – 05 Posts
- Technician (1) (COPA) (Post Code (T2 – 03) – 02 Posts
- Technician (1) (Multimedia, Animation and Special Effects) (Post Code (T2 – 04) – 01 Post
- Technician (1) (Digital Photographer / Photographer) (Post Code (T2 – 05) – 01 Post
- Technician (1) (Mechanic Motor Vehicle) (Post Code (T2 – 06) – 01 Post
CSIR NPL Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification for CSIR NPL: (As on 30.06.2026)
- Technician (1) (Electronics) (Post Code (T2 – 01) – SSC /10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks, and an ITI certificate or national/state trade certificate in Electronics Mechanic/Electronics Trade. 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 from an accredited institution in the Electronics Mechanic/Electronics Trade. OR SSC /10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 3 years of work experience in the Electronics Mechanic/Electronics trade.
- Technician (1) (Electrical) (Post Code (T2 – 02) – SSC /10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks, and an ITI certificate or national/state trade certificate in Electrician Trade. 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 from an accredited institution in the Electrician Trade. OR SSC /10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 3 years of work experience in the Electrician trade.
- Technician (1) (COPA) (Post Code (T2 – 03) – SSC /10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks, and an ITI certificate or national/state trade certificate in Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) Trade. 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 from an accredited institution in the Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) Trade. OR SSC /10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 3 years of work experience in the Computer Operator & Programming Assistant (COPA) trade.
- Technician (1) (Multimedia, Animation and Special Effects) (Post Code (T2 – 04) – SSC /10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks, and ITI certificate or national/state trade certificate in Multimedia, Animation and Special Effects Trade. 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 from an accredited institution in the Multimedia, Animation and Special Effects Trade. OR SSC /10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 3 years of work experience in the Multimedia, Animation and Special Effects trade.
- Technician (1) (Digital Photographer / Photographer) (Post Code (T2 – 05) – SSC /10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks, and ITI certificate or national/state trade certificate in Photographer/Digital Photographer Trade. 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 from an accredited institution in the Digital Photographer / Photographer Trade. OR SSC /10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 3 years of work experience in the Digital Photographer / Photographer trade.
- Technician (1) (Mechanic Motor Vehicle) (Post Code (T2 – 06) – SSC /10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks, and ITI certificate or national/state trade certificate in Mechanic Motor Vehicle Trade. 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 from an accredited institution in the Mechanic Motor Vehicle Trade. OR SSC /10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 3 years of work experience in the Mechanic Motor Vehicle trade.
Age Limit for CSIR NPL: (As on 30.06.2026)
- For UR Applicants – Not less than 18 Years and not exceeding 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 NPL:
- Technician (1) – Rs. 44,428/- per month
Method of Selection for CSIR NPL:
- Written Test
- Trade Test
Application Fee for CSIR NPL:
- For ST/SC/Ex-s/PWD Applicants – Nil
- For Other Applicants – Rs. 500/-
- Payment Mode: Demand Draft of Rs. 500/- (Five Hundred Rupees only) as application fee wherever applicable in favour of the Director, National Physical Laboratory, payable at New Delhi. Personal details (i.e., name & post code) should be mentioned on the back of the Demand Draft
How to Submit an Application:
Candidates should download the application form from the official NPL website at www.nplindia.in. The completed application must be accompanied by self-attested copies of all required documents, including mark sheets, certificates, and testimonials verifying age, education, experience, and caste status where applicable. A recent, self-signed passport-sized photograph must be attached to the form. Applicants currently holding permanent positions in Central or State Government, PSUs, or autonomous bodies must also include the employer endorsement as specified in the application format. If an application fee is required, it must be paid as a Rs. 500/- (Rupees five hundred only) crossed Demand Draft or Pay Order. This should be drawn from a nationalized bank, remain valid for at least three months, and be made in favor of the “Director, National Physical Laboratory,” payable at New Delhi. The entire application packet should be mailed in an envelope marked “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF TECHNICIAN(1) – (Post Code No.____)” to the Senior Controller of Administration, CSIR-National Physical Laboratory, Dr. K.S. Krishnan Marg, New Delhi-110012, to be received by 30.06.2026.
Crucial Dates:
- Opening Date of online application portal: 28.05.2026
- Closing Date of online application portal: 30.06.2026
CSIR NPL Advertisement & Apply Link:
| Official Career Page of CSIR NPL: Click Here to Website |
| Advertisement for CSIR NPL: Click Here to Download |
| Application Form for CSIR NPL: Click Here to Download |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Is CSIR NPL Technician (1) a permanent job?
Yes, it is a permanent Job.
What are the stages of recruitment process?
Written Test, Trade Test
What is the opening date of Application?
The opening date of application is 28.05.2026.
What is the closing date for submission of Application?
The closing date for submission of application is 30.06.2026.
