ISI has released the recruitment notification No: REC-01/2026-1, KOL Date: 22.01.2026 to fill the 43 Associate Scientist ‘A’ , Section Officer (Accounts) , Section Officer (General) , Scientific Assistant ‘a’/ Scientific Assistant (Library) ‘A, Engineering Assistant (Civil) ‘A’ , Assistant (Laboratory) ‘A’, Carpenter ‘A’ , Electrician ‘A’ , Pharmacist ‘A’, Driver ‘A’, Binder ‘A’, Operator – Mechanic (Audio-Visual) ‘A’ , Assistant (Printing) ‘A’ , Assistant (Library) ‘A’, Operator – Mechanic (Lift) ‘A’, Cook ‘A’ Posts. The application form should be downloaded in PDF format from the official website @ https://web.isical.ac.in/. The last date for the receipt of Filled application along with all enclosures is 22.02.2026. Before submitting an application, candidates must carefully read the ISI Assistant 2026 notification and verify their eligibility.
Candidates with a 12th, ITI, Diploma, D.Pharm, Any Degree are eligible to apply for these opportunities. All Over India is where posts are typically made. 4 to 7 days before the exam. A link to get the online exam hall pass will be sent to registered email addresses of eligible applicants.
ISI Current Notification 2026 [Quick Summary]
| Organization Name: Indian Statistical Institute |
| Notification No: REC-01/2026-1, KOL Date: 22.01.2026 |
| Job Category: Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type: Regular Basis |
| Total No of Vacancies: 43 Associate Scientist ‘A’ , Section Officer (Accounts) , Section Officer (General) , Scientific Assistant ‘a’/ Scientific Assistant (Library) ‘A, Engineering Assistant (Civil) ‘A’ , Assistant (Laboratory) ‘A’, Carpenter ‘A’ , Electrician ‘A’ , Pharmacist ‘A’, Driver ‘A’, Binder ‘A’, Operator – Mechanic (Audio-Visual) ‘A’ , Assistant (Printing) ‘A’ , Assistant (Library) ‘A’, Operator – Mechanic (Lift) ‘A’, Cook ‘A’ Posts |
| Place of Posting: All Over India |
| Starting Date: 24.01.2026 |
| Last Date: 22.02.2026 |
| Apply Mode: Online |
| Official Website: https://web.isical.ac.in/ |
Current ISI Job Openings:
- Associate Scientist ‘A’ – 04 Posts
- Section Officer (Accounts) – 03 Posts
- Section Officer (General) – 10 Posts
- Scientific Assistant (SA) ‘A’/ Scientific Assistant (SA) (Library) ‘A – 06 Posts
- Engineering Assistant (Civil) ‘A’ – 01 Post
- Assistant (Laboratory) ‘A’ – 01 Post
- Carpenter ‘A’ – 01 Post
- Electrician ‘A’ – 04 Posts
- Pharmacist ‘A’ – 01 Post
- Driver ‘A’ – 02 Posts
- Binder ‘A’ – 01 Post
- Operator – Mechanic (Audio-Visual) ‘A’ – 01 Post
- Assistant (Printing) ‘A’ – 01 Post
- Assistant (Library) ‘A’ – 04 Posts
- Operator – Mechanic (Lift) ‘A’ – 01 Post
- Cook ‘A’ – 02 Posts
ISI Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification for ISI:
- Associate Scientist ‘A’ – A consistently good academic record, with first or high second class or B+ Master’s degree/ good technological degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. OR A Master’s degree/ technological degree or equivalent in a relevant field with practical experience of at least three (03) years’ duration of research/ technical/ project work. Knowledge of computer operation and application software.
- Section Officer (Accounts) – A good Bachelor’s degree with ACA/AICWA/MBA (Finance) or commerce graduate with SOGE (with 5 years of experience in the pay scale of ₹35,400-1,12,400/- in pay level 6 or above) in Government, public sector undertakings, autonomous organizations, reputed academic/ research institutions. Thorough knowledge of Government rules and regulations is essential. Familiarity with the use of computers in accounts would be considered as an added qualification.
- Section Officer (General) – A good Bachelor’s degree in any discipline, with at least 5 years of experience in a supervisory position (in the pay scale of ₹ 35,400-1,12,400/- in pay level 6 or above) in Government, public sector undertakings, autonomous organizations, reputed academic/research institutions. Thorough knowledge of Government rules and regulations is essential. Familiarity with the use of computers in administration would be considered as an added qualification.
- Scientific Assistant ‘a’/ Scientific Assistant (Library) ‘A – A Master’s Degree (10+2+3+2) in relevant subject or equivalent; or Honours Degree (10+2+3) in relevant subject with two years’ experience; or a Degree (10+2+2) and a Diploma of at least one year’s duration in relevant subject from a recognised institution and two years’ experience; or a Higher Secondary(10+2) certificate and a Diploma in relevant subject of at least three years’ duration from a recognised institution and two years’ experience; or other equivalent Degree/Diploma in relevant subject from a recognised institution with adequate experience. Knowledge of computer operation and applications software is necessary in all grades even where a recognised degree/diploma in computer science may not be considered essential. If a candidate does not fulfil this requirement but otherwise found very suitable, he/she may be provisionally appointed in the post, but he/she shall have to fulfil this requirement before his confirmation in the Category
- Engineering Assistant (Civil) ‘A’ – Higher Secondary (10+2) or equivalent with a diploma of at least 3 years of duration in relevant subjects and one year’s practical experience.
- Assistant (Laboratory) ‘A’ – Higher Secondary (10+2) preferably in Science with relevant subjects or in a relevant vocational stream with one year’s training/ experience in relevant field. Knowledge of computer operation and data entry is essential.
- Carpenter ‘A’ – School Final or equivalent and ITI Trade Certificate or equivalent for the concerned trade with one-year experience in different types of functions related to the trade.
- Electrician ‘A’ – School Final or equivalent with ITI Trade Certificate or equivalent and with permit equivalent to Electrical Wireman’s class (i) (b), (ii), (iii), (iv).
- Pharmacist ‘A’ – HSC (10 + 2) or equivalent with a diploma of at least 2 years of duration in Pharmacy and registration from Pharmacy Council with one year of experience. Must have good knowledge of dressing, first-aid and nursing.
- Driver ‘A’ – School Final or equivalent with knowledge and experience of driving of all types of vehicles. Must possess a valid driving licence for both light and heavy vehicles.
- Binder ‘A’ –
- Qualifications & Experience: School Final or equivalent with ITI certificate of the trade or equivalent and one year of experience.
- Operator – Mechanic (Audio-Visual) ‘A’ – School Final or equivalent with certificate/diploma in Electronic/Radio Engineering and one year of experience. HSC (10 + 2) with certificate/ diploma in operation of printing machines with at least one year’s experience.
- Assistant (Library) ‘A’ – HSC (10 + 2) with certificate in Library Science from a accredited institution with knowledge of typing, computer operation and data entry.
- Operator – Mechanic (Lift) ‘A’ – Class VIII with ITI trade certificate of Electrician or equivalent or School Final or equivalent. Shall possess lift operator’s licence and permit equivalent to Electrical Wiremen’s class (i)(b), with at least five (05)years’ experience in routine maintenance and operation of lifts in a reputed institution/company.
- Cook ‘A’ – HSC (10+2) or equivalent with a trade certificate/diploma in cookery from a accredited Institute.
Age Limit for ISI: (As on 22.01.2026)
- Associate Scientist ‘A’ – Below 35 years
- Section Officer (Accounts) – Below 40 years
- Section Officer (General) – Below 40 years
- Scientific Assistant ‘a’/ Scientific Assistant (Library) ‘A – Below 35 years
- Engineering Assistant (Civil) ‘A’ – Below 35 years
- Assistant (Laboratory) ‘A’ – Below 35 years
- Carpenter ‘A’ – Below 35 years
- Electrician ‘A’ – Below 35 years
- Pharmacist ‘A’ – Below 35 years
- Driver ‘A’ – Below 35 years
- Binder ‘A’ – Below 35 years
- Operator – Mechanic (Audio-Visual) ‘A’ – Below 35 years
- Assistant (Printing) ‘A’ – Below 35 years
- Assistant (Library) ‘A’ – Below 35 years
- Operator – Mechanic (Lift) ‘A’ – Below 35 years
- Cook ‘A’ – Below 35 years
Relaxation of Upper age limit:
- For SC/ ST Applicants: +5 years
- For OBC Applicants: +3 years
- For PwBD (Gen/ EWS) Applicants: +10 years
- For PwBD (SC/ ST) Applicants: +15 years
- For PwBD (OBC) Applicants: +13 years
- For Ex-Servicemen Applicants: As per Govt. Policy
Pay Scale for ISI:
- Associate Scientist ‘A’ – Rs.44,900-1,42,400/-in Pay Level 7
- Section Officer (Accounts) – Rs.44,900-1,42,400/-in Pay Level 7
- Section Officer (General) – Rs.44,900-1,42,400/-in Pay Level 7
- Scientific Assistant ‘a’/ Scientific Assistant (Library) ‘A – Rs.35,400-1,12,400/- in Pay Level 6
- Engineering Assistant (Civil) ‘A’ – Rs.35,400-1,12,400/- in Pay Level 6
- Assistant (Laboratory) ‘A’ – Rs.21,700-69,100/- in Pay Level 3
- Carpenter ‘A’ – Rs.21,700-69,100/- in Pay Level 3
- Electrician ‘A’ – Rs.21,700-69,100/- in Pay Level 3
- Pharmacist ‘A’ – Rs.29,200-92,300/- in Pay Level 5
- Driver ‘A’ – Rs.21,700-69,100/- in Pay Level 3
- Binder ‘A’ – Rs.21,700-69,100/- in Pay Level 3
- Operator – Mechanic (Audio-Visual) ‘A’ – Rs.21,700-69,100/- in Pay Level 3
- Assistant (Printing) ‘A’ – Rs.21,700-69,100/- in Pay Level 3
- Assistant (Library) ‘A’ – Rs.21,700-69,100/- in Pay Level 3
- Operator – Mechanic (Lift) ‘A’ – 19,900-63,200/- in Pay Level 2
- Cook ‘A’ – 19,900-63,200/- in Pay Level 2
Method of Selection for ISI:
- Written Test
- Skill Test
Application Fee for ISI:
- For General/EWS/OBC/Ex-Servicemen Applicants – Rs.500/-
- For SC/ST Applicants – Rs.250/-
- For Female Applicants/PwBD Applicants – Nil
- Payment Mode: Online
How to Submit an Application:
Interested and qualified to apply, candidates must go to the ISI website (https://web.isical.ac.in/) and complete the online form. Online registration will open on 24.01.2026 and end on 22.02.2026.
Crucial Dates:
- Starting Date for Submission of Application: 24.01.2026
- Last date for Submission of Application: 22.02.2026
ISI Advertisement & Apply Link:
| Official Career Page of ISI: Website Link |
| Advertisement for ISI: Notification PDF |
| General Instructions for ISI: Download PDF |
| Application Fee: Payment Link |
| Application Form for ISI: Download PDF |
