The CSIR–National Chemical Laboratory (NCL), Pune, operating under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India, has officially released its notification for career opportunities. Candidates seeking central government jobs can now apply for 34 vacancies designated for Technician and Technical Assistant roles. Aspirants can access detailed information and submit their applications through the official portal.
To review official guidelines directly, you can Download CSIR NCL Notification 2025 PDF or check the Apply Online for CSIR NCL 2025 (Active Link) portal directly.
CSIR NCL Recruitment 2025 Summary
The conducting body has outlined explicit details concerning key dates, criteria, and administrative portals:
- Conducting Body: CSIR–National Chemical Laboratory (NCL), Pune
- Post Name: Technician and Technical Assistant
- Vacancy: 34
- Registration Dates: 12th December 2025 to 12th January 2026
- Educational Qualifications: SSC/10th and ITI
- Upper Age limit: 28 years
- Selection Process: Written Exam, Skill Test, Document Verification, Medical Examination
- Official website: https://recruit.ncl.res.in
| CSIR NCL Recruitment 2025 Summary | |
| Conducting Body | CSIR–National Chemical Laboratory (NCL), Pune, |
| Post Name | Technician and Technical Assistant |
| Vacancy | 34 |
| Registration Dates | 12th December 2025 to 12th January 2026 |
| Educational Qualifications | SSC/10th and ITI |
| Upper Age limit | 28 years |
| Selection Process | Written Exam Skill Test Document Verification Medical Examination |
| Official website | https://recruit.ncl.res.in |
Important Timeline Dates
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification release date | 12th December 2025 |
| Apply Online Starts | 12th December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 12th January 2026 |
Vacancy Distribution
A total of 34 openings are partitioned across different categories for both Technician and Technical Assistant designations.
| Category | Technical Assistant | Technician |
|---|---|---|
| Gen | 08 | 07 |
| EWS | 02 | 01 |
| OBC | 07 | 04 |
| SC | 01 | 02 |
| ST | 01 | 01 |
| Total | 19 | 15 |
Eligibility Criteria and Age Relaxation
Applicants must fulfill academic requirements: SSC/10th standard with Science subjects (minimum 55% marks) accompanied by an ITI certificate or National/State Trade Certificate in Plastic Processing Operator; OR a full-time diploma of at least 3 years duration (minimum 60% marks) along with 2 years of professional experience in Software Development, Project Management, or Database Management. The maximum age limit is 28 years as of 12th January 2026.
| Category | Applicable for Post | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| SC / ST | Technician (1) & Technical Assistant | 05 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | Technician (1) & Technical Assistant | 03 years |
| PwBD (UR) | Technician (1) & Technical Assistant | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | Technician (1) & Technical Assistant | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | Technician (1) & Technical Assistant | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) – UR | Technician (1) & Technical Assistant | 03 years after deduction of actual military service rendered from age as on closing date |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) – OBC / SC / ST | Technician (1) & Technical Assistant | 06 years (OBC) / 08 years (SC/ST) after deduction of actual military service rendered from age as on closing date (as per GoI orders) |
| CSIR Departmental Candidates / Govt. Departments / Autonomous Bodies / PSU Employees (≥ 3 years regular service) | Technician (1) & Technical Assistant | 05 years (with essential qualification). Additional relaxation for SC/ST/OBC and other categories as per GoI rules |
| Widows / Divorced Women / Women judicially separated & not remarried (UR/OBC) | Technician (1) | Up to 35 years of age |
| Widows / Divorced Women / Women judicially separated & not remarried (SC/ST) | Technician (1) | Up to 40 years of age |
| Any other age relaxation | Technician (1) & Technical Assistant | As per extant GoI/DoPT/CSIR Recruitment Rules |
Application Fee Structure
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR), OBC, EWS Candidates | Rs. 500/- (Five Hundred Only) |
| Women Candidates, SC/ST Candidates, PwBD Candidates, Ex-Servicemen Candidates CSIR Permanent Employees | Nil |
Steps to Apply for CSIR NCL Recruitment 2025
- Go to the official website recruit.ncl.res.in
- On the homepage, go to the career tab and click on the apply link against CSIR NCL Technician and Technical Assistant Recruitment 2025
- Fill in all the details, mobile number, email, and other required details
- Upload a passport-sized photograph (JPG/JPEG format, 20 KB–100 KB, 200×230 pixels, clear color photo with white/light background, no sunglasses, cap, or head covering)
- Upload a scanned image of your signature (JPG/JPEG format, 10 KB–50 KB, 140×60 pixels, signed by the candidate only in black ink, running handwriting)
- Complete the payment of the application fee and submit your form to finalize your registration
Exam Pattern & Assessment Details
Technician Assessment Checklist
- Exam: OMR/Computer Based (MCQs)
- Level: SSC + ITI / 12th
- Questions: 150
- Time: 2.5 Hours
- Paper I: Mental Ability (50 Q, no negative marking)
- Paper II: GA & English (50 Q, -1 negative marking)
- Paper III: Concerned Subject (50 Q, -1 negative marking)
Technical Assistant Assessment Checklist
- Exam: OMR/Computer Based (MCQs)
- Level: Diploma / Graduation
- Questions: 200
- Time: 3 Hours
- Paper I: Mental Ability (50 Q, no negative marking)
- Paper II: GA & English (50 Q, -1 negative marking)
- Paper III: Concerned Subject (100 Q, -1 negative marking)
| Details | Technician | Technical Assistant |
|---|---|---|
| Mode of Examination | OMR-Based or Computer-Based Objective | OMR-Based or Computer-Based Objective |
| Medium of Questions | English & Hindi | English & Hindi |
| Standard of Examination | SSC + ITI / 12th Standard | Diploma / Graduation Level |
| Total Number of Questions | 150 | 200 |
| Total Time Allotted | 2 Hours 30 Minutes | 3 Hours |
| Paper-I (1 Hour) | Mental Ability Test – 50 Questions, 100 Marks (2 marks each, No negative marking) | Mental Ability Test – 50 Questions, 100 Marks (2 marks each, No negative marking) |
| Paper-II (30 Minutes) | General Awareness – 25 Questions, 75 Marks English Language – 25 Questions, 75 Marks (3 marks each, –1 for wrong) | General Awareness – 25 Questions, 75 Marks English Language – 25 Questions, 75 Marks (3 marks each, –1 for wrong) |
| Paper-III (90 Minutes) | Concerned Subject – 50 Questions, 150 Marks (3 marks each, –1 for wrong) | Concerned Subject – 100 Questions, 300 Marks (3 marks each, –1 for wrong) |
Salary and Emoluments
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale (Rs.) | Total Emoluments (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technician | Level – 02 | Rs. 19,900 to Rs. 63,200 | Rs. 40,000/- |
| Technical Assistant | Level – 06 | Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400 | Rs. 72,000/- |
Next Steps for Candidates
Once your application is successfully submitted, keep your registration number and fee receipt safe. Watch out for announcements regarding the release of admit cards on the official website. Prepare travel arrangements well in advance once test venues and dates are officially declared, and begin studying according to the prescribed exam pattern and syllabus.
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