CSIR-National Geophysical Research Institute (CSIR-NGRI) invites online recruitment applications through CSIR-National Geophysical Research Institute (CSIR-NGRI) website (https://www.ngri.res.in/) (Advt. No. 01/2026 dated 05.09.2026) for the following posts of 21 Technician-1 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, 05.09.2026, and interested applicants must submit their forms before the closing date on 04.10.2026.
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Eligible candidates possessing a 10th, ITI can apply exclusively via the online mode. The primary job locations for these coveted Technician-1 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.
NGRI Current Notification 2026 [Key Highlights]
| Organization Name: CSIR-National Geophysical Research Institute (CSIR-NGRI) |
| Notification No: 01/2026 dated 05.09.2026 |
| Job Category: Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type: Regular Basis |
| Total No of Vacancies: 21 Technician-1 Posts |
| Place of Posting: Hyderabad |
| Starting Date: 05.09.2026 |
| Last Date: 04.10.2026 |
| Apply Mode: Online |
| Official Website: https://www.ngri.res.in/ |
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Current NGRI Job Openings:
- Technician (Fitter) – 01 Post
- Technician (Plumber) – 01 Post
- Technician (Electrician) – 01 Post
- Technician (Computer / IT Assistant) – 11 Posts
- Technician (Digital Photographer) – 01 Post
- Technician (Laboratory Assistant-Chemical Plant) – 02 Posts
- Technician (Medical Laboratory Technician) – 01 Post
- Technician (Physiotherapy Technician) – 01 Post
- Technician (Catering & Hospitality Assistant) – 02 Posts
NGRI Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification for NGRI:
- Technician (Fitter) –
- 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 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 a recognized Institution in FITTER TRADE. OR
- SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 3 years of work experience in FITTER TRADE.
- Technician (Plumber) –
- SSC / 10th Standard / SSC or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and ITI Certificate or National / State trade Certificate in PLUMBER 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 a recognized Institution in PLUMBER TRADE. OR
- SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 3 years of work experience in PLUMBER TRADE.
- Technician (Electrician) –
- 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 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 a recognized Institution in ELECTRICIAN TRADE. OR
- SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 3 years of work experience in ELECTRICIAN TRADE.
- Technician (Computer / IT Assistant) –
- SSC / 10th Standard / SSC or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and ITI Certificate or National / State trade Certificate in COMPUTER OPERATOR & PROGRAMMING ASSISTANT or COMPUTER HARDWARE & NETWORK MAINTENANCE. 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 a recognized Institution in COMPUTER OPERATOR & PROGRAMMING ASSISTANT or COMPUTER HARDWARE & NETWORK MAINTENANCE. OR
- SSC/10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 3 years of work experience in COMPUTER OPERATOR & PROGRAMMING ASSISTANT or COMPUTER HARDWARE & NETWORK MAINTENANCE.
- Technician (Digital Photographer) –
- SSC / 10th Standard / SSC or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and ITI Certificate or National / State trade Certificate in 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 a recognized Institution in DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHER trade. OR
- SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 3 years of work experience in DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHER.
- Technician (Laboratory Assistant-Chemical Plant) –
- SSC / 10th Standard / SSC or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and ITI certificate or National / State trade Certificate in LABORATORY ASSISTANT (CHEMICAL PLANT) 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 a recognized Institution in LABORATORY ASSISTANT (CHEMICAL PLANT) trade. OR
- SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 3 years of work experience in LABORATORY ASSISTANT (CHEMICAL PLANT).
- Technician (Medical Laboratory Technician) –
- SSC / 10th Standard / SSC or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and ITI Certificate or National / State trade Certificate in MEDICAL LAB TECHNICIAN 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 a recognized Institution in MEDICAL LAB TECHNICIAN trade. OR
- SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 3 years of work experience in MEDICAL LAB TECHNICIAN.
- Technician (Physiotherapy Technician) –
- SSC / 10th Standard / SSC or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and ITI Trade certificate or National / State trade certificate in PHYSIOTHERAPY TECHNICIAN 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 a recognized institution in PHYSIOTHERAPY TECHNICIAN trade. OR
- SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 3 years of work experience in PHYSIOTHERAPY TECHNICIAN.
- Technician (Catering & Hospitality Assistant) –
- SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and ITI certificate or National / State trade certificate in CATERING & HOSPITALITY ASSISTANT 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 a recognized institution in CATERING & HOSPITALITY ASSISTANT trade. OR
- SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum Fifty Five Percentage marks and 3 years of work experience in CATERING & HOSPITALITY, FOOD & BEVERAGES (F&B), TOURISM, GUEST HOUSE MANAGEMENT.
Age Limit for NGRI: (As on 04.10.2026)
- Technician – 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:
- Technician – Level- 02 (Rs.19,900- 63,200)
Method of Selection:
- Trade Test
- Competitive Written Examination
- Document Verification
Application Fee:
- 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 05.09.2026 and 04.10.2026 (both days inclusive) through the ‘Careers’ page of the CSIR-National Geophysical Research Institute (CSIR-NGRI) website https://www.ngri.res.in/ after carefully going through the instructions given in Official Notification.
Crucial Dates:
- Opening Date of online application portal: 05.09.2026
- Closing Date of online application portal: 04.10.2026
NGRI Advertisement & Apply Link:
| Official Career Page of NGRI: Click Here to Website |
| Advertisement for NGRI: Click Here to Download |
| Online Application Form Link for NGRI: Click Here to Apply |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
- Is NGRI positions a permanent job?
- Yes, it is a permanent Job.
- What is the last date to apply for Technician-1 recruitment 2026?
- The last date to submit your online application for the NGRI positions is 04.10.2026. The online application portal opened on 05.09.2026.
- Where will the selected candidates be posted?
- The official place of posting for all the 21 positions will be Hyderabad. Eligible candidates possessing a 10th, ITI can apply exclusively via the online mode.
- What is the selection process for NGRI positions?
- The method of selection depends on the specific job profile but generally includes the following stages: Trade Test/Competitive Written Examination, Document Verification