CSIR Recruitment 2026: 43 Vacancies for Technician (COPA) and other posts, Apply by 17 Sep
The last date for this recruitment has passed. Check the official website for any extension or new notice.
There are 43 openings for Technician (COPA) and other posts with Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR). The application window runs from 18 August 2026 to 17 September 2026.
We have kept the details short and in tables. Read the official notification before you apply, because only that document counts.
CSIR – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technician (1) (COPA) | 21 | ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 | CSIR institutes in India |
| Technician (1) (DTPO) | 7 | ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 | CSIR institutes in India |
| Technician (1) (CH&NM) | 5 | ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 | CSIR-URDIP, Pune |
| Technician (1) (MLT) | 2 | ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 | Innovation Complex, Mumbai |
| Technician (1) (Draughtsman Architecture) | 2 | ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 | CSIR institutes in India |
| Technician (1) (Instrument Mechanic) | 2 | ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 | Innovation Complex, Mumbai |
| Technician (1) (Draughtsman Mechanical) | 1 | ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 | CSIR institutes in India |
| Technician (1) (Draughtsman Civil) | 1 | ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 | CSIR institutes in India |
| Technician (1) (LACP) | 1 | ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 | Innovation Complex, Mumbai |
| Technician (1) (Interior Designer) | 1 | ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 | CSIR institutes in India |
| Total Vacancies: | 43 |
CSIR Recruitment – Eligibility
Each post asks for its own qualification. The table lists what Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) wants for every post, so match your certificates against it before you apply.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Technician (1) (COPA) | Class 10th with Science subjects and minimum 55% marks, AND valid ITI Certificate, National or State Trade Certificate in the relevant trade OR 2 years full-time apprentice trainee experience in the relevant trade OR 3 years full-time work experience in the relevant trade in a government organization, PSU, or autonomous body |
| Technician (1) (DTPO) | Class 10th with Science subjects and minimum 55% marks, AND relevant ITI Certificate, National or State Trade Certificate OR specified relevant experience |
| Technician (1) (CH&NM) | Class 10th with Science subjects and minimum 55% marks, AND relevant ITI Certificate, National or State Trade Certificate OR specified relevant experience |
| Technician (1) (MLT) | Class 10th with Science subjects and minimum 55% marks, AND relevant ITI Certificate, National or State Trade Certificate OR specified relevant experience |
| Technician (1) (Draughtsman Architecture) | Class 10th with Science subjects and minimum 55% marks, AND relevant ITI Certificate, National or State Trade Certificate OR specified relevant experience |
| Technician (1) (Instrument Mechanic) | Class 10th with Science subjects and minimum 55% marks, AND relevant ITI Certificate, National or State Trade Certificate OR specified relevant experience |
| Technician (1) (Draughtsman Mechanical) | Class 10th with Science subjects and minimum 55% marks, AND relevant ITI Certificate, National or State Trade Certificate OR specified relevant experience |
| Technician (1) (Draughtsman Civil) | Class 10th with Science subjects and minimum 55% marks, AND relevant ITI Certificate, National or State Trade Certificate OR specified relevant experience |
| Technician (1) (LACP) | Class 10th with Science subjects and minimum 55% marks, AND relevant ITI Certificate, National or State Trade Certificate OR specified relevant experience |
| Technician (1) (Interior Designer) | Class 10th with Science subjects and minimum 55% marks, AND relevant ITI Certificate, National or State Trade Certificate OR specified relevant experience |
The age limit for each post is below. Check the cut-off date and the relaxation for your category in the official notice.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Technician (1) (COPA) | Max 28 years |
| Technician (1) (DTPO) | Max 28 years |
| Technician (1) (CH&NM) | Max 28 years |
| Technician (1) (MLT) | Max 28 years |
| Technician (1) (Draughtsman Architecture) | Max 28 years |
| Technician (1) (Instrument Mechanic) | Max 28 years |
| Technician (1) (Draughtsman Mechanical) | Max 28 years |
| Technician (1) (Draughtsman Civil) | Max 28 years |
| Technician (1) (LACP) | Max 28 years |
| Technician (1) (Interior Designer) | Max 28 years |
Fee details: General / OBC / EWS candidates pay ₹500. Pay it in the way the notification says, and keep the payment receipt.
Candidates will be chosen through screening, shortlisting, qualifying Trade Test, competitive Written Examination, final merit based on Paper-II, paper-III marks. Keep your original documents ready for verification.
How to Apply for CSIR Recruitment
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Online |
Open the official website or the apply link below, register, fill in the form, upload your photo, signature and documents, pay the fee if it applies, and submit before 17 September 2026. Save a copy of the confirmation page.
Important Links
| Official notification (PDF) | Click Here |
| Apply online | Click Here |
| Official website | Click Here |
We write these details from the official notice. Mistakes can happen and dates can change, so check the official notification before you apply or pay any fee. This is not a government website.