CSIR NGRI Technician Recruitment 2026 – Quick Summary
| Organisation | CSIR-National Geophysical Research Institute (CSIR-NGRI), Hyderabad |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026, dated 05 September 2026 |
| Post | Technician-1, Group-II (1) |
| Total Vacancies | 21 Posts |
| Post Codes | T101 to T109 (9 trades) |
| Pay Level | Level-2 (₹19,900–₹63,200) | Gross ~₹39,970/month at Hyderabad |
| Qualification | SSC/10th with Science (min. 55%) + ITI/NTC/NAC in relevant trade |
| Age Limit | 18–28 years (as on 04 October 2026) |
| Application Fee | ₹500/- (General/OBC) | Nil (SC/ST/Women) |
| Application Opens | 05 September 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 04 October 2026 (18:00 Hrs) |
| Apply Portal | tiru.ngri.res.in/ngri_tech/ |
| Location | Hyderabad, Telangana |
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CSIR-National Geophysical Research Institute (CSIR-NGRI), Hyderabad — a premier R&D institute under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India — has released Advertisement No. 01/2026 dated 05 September 2026 for recruitment of 21 Technician-1 (Group-II(1)) posts across 9 trades including Fitter, Plumber, Electrician, Computer/IT Assistant, Digital Photographer, Laboratory Assistant (Chemical Plant), Medical Lab Technician, and Physiotherapy Technician. Candidates with SSC/10th Standard in Science subjects securing minimum 55% marks plus an ITI/National or State Trade Certificate in the relevant trade, aged 18–28 years, are eligible. Online applications open from 05 September 2026 and close on 04 October 2026 (18:00 Hrs). For more Telangana Govt Jobs 2026 and ITI Government Jobs 2026, visit our hubs.
Vacancy Details
| Post Code | Trade | UR | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T101 | Fitter | 3 | 1 | — | — | 4 |
| T102 | Plumber | 1 | — | — | — | 1 |
| T103 | Electrician | 3 | 1 | — | 1 | 5 |
| T104 | Computer / IT Assistant | 2 | — | 1 | — | 3 |
| T105 | Digital Photographer | 2 | — | — | 1 | 3 |
| T106 | Laboratory Assistant (Chemical Plant) | 1 | 1 | — | — | 2 |
| T107 | Medical Lab Technician | 1 | — | — | — | 1 |
| T108 | Physiotherapy Technician | 1 | — | — | — | 1 |
| T109 | Fireman / Additional trade (if any) | 1 | — | — | — | 1 |
| Total | 15 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 21 | |
UR includes 1 PwBD-OH and 1 PwBD-HH within the UR quota. 1 ESM post within UR. Exact post-code-wise vacancies as per official notification PDF.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 05 September 2026 |
| Application Opens | 05 September 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 04 October 2026 (18:00 Hrs) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 04 October 2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- SSC / 10th Standard pass with Science subjects with minimum 55% marks
- ITI Certificate / NTC / NAC from NCVT in the relevant trade
- OR equivalent apprenticeship/experience as per official notification
- CGPA holders must upload official conversion formula certificate from Board/Institution
Age Limit (as on 04 October 2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / UR / EWS | 18–28 years |
| OBC (NCL) | Up to 31 years (+3 years) |
| SC / ST | Up to 33 years (+5 years) |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | Up to 38 years (+10 years) |
⚠️ OBC(NCL) and EWS certificates issued before 01 April 2026 are NOT valid. Experience on part-time, daily wage, or guest basis is NOT counted.
Salary
Pay Level-2 | Basic Pay: ₹19,900–₹63,200/month
Approximate Gross Monthly Emoluments: ~₹39,970/- at Hyderabad (including DA, HRA, and Transport Allowance as per 7th CPC)
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500/- (non-refundable) |
| SC / ST / Women | Nil (Exempted) |
Fee payable online via Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / IMPS / Mobile Wallet.
Selection Process
- Competitive Written Examination
- Trade Test — for shortlisted candidates from written exam
- Document Verification
How to Apply
- Visit the official apply portal: tiru.ngri.res.in/ngri_tech/
- Read official notification PDF carefully before applying
- Register with valid email ID and mobile number
- Fill in personal, educational, and trade details
- Upload photo, signature, and relevant certificates
- Pay fee online (₹500/- for General/OBC/EWS | Nil for SC/ST/Women)
- Submit before 04 October 2026 (18:00 Hrs)
- Take a printout of the submitted application form
FAQs
Q1. How many posts in CSIR NGRI Technician Recruitment 2026?
21 posts across 9 trades — Fitter, Plumber, Electrician, Computer/IT Assistant, Digital Photographer, Lab Assistant (Chemical Plant), Medical Lab Technician, Physiotherapy Technician, and one additional trade.
Q2. What is the last date for CSIR NGRI Technician Recruitment 2026?
Online application closes on 04 October 2026 at 18:00 Hrs. Fee payment last date: 04 October 2026 (23:59 Hrs).
Q3. What is the salary for CSIR NGRI Technician-1 post?
Pay Level-2 (₹19,900–₹63,200). Approximate Gross ~₹39,970/month at Hyderabad including DA, HRA, and Transport Allowance.
Q4. What qualification is required for CSIR NGRI Technician 2026?
SSC/10th Standard with Science subjects with minimum 55% marks + ITI Certificate (NTC/NAC from NCVT) in the relevant trade.
Q5. Where is CSIR-NGRI located?
CSIR-National Geophysical Research Institute (CSIR-NGRI) is located at Hyderabad, Telangana. It is a premier R&D institute under CSIR, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India, specialising in Geophysics and Earth Sciences.
Q6. Is CSIR NGRI application fee refundable?
No. The application fee of ₹500/- is non-refundable for General/OBC/EWS candidates. SC/ST/Women candidates are exempted from fee.
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