CSIR‑CMERI has announced recruitment for Technician‑1 posts in 2026. There are 27 vacancies in Group‑II category across different trades, candidates who passed SSC or 10th standard and hold an ITI certificate in the relevant trade can apply.
The official notification gives full details about eligibility, vacancy distribution, application steps and important dates, candidates should read it carefully and keep documents ready before applying online.
CSIR CMERI Technician Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | CSIR – Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-CMERI) |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026 |
| Post Name | Technician-1 (Group-II) |
| Total Vacancies | 27 Posts |
| Job Location | Durgapur (West Bengal) & Ludhiana (Punjab) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | cmeri.res.in |
Vacancy Details
| Trade Name | Total Vacancies | Reservation Status |
| Fitter | 14 | SC-04, OBC-04, EWS-03, UR-03 |
| Electrician / Mechanic (Electrical Power Drives) | 04 | UR-04 |
| Electronics Mechanic / Instrument Mechanic | 04 | UR-PwBD(HH)-01, UR-PwBD(OH)-01, UR-02 |
| Machinist | 02 | EWS-01, UR-01 |
| Foundryman | 01 | UR-01 |
| Mechanic (Motor Vehicle / Diesel) | 01 | OBC-01 |
| Refrigeration & Air-Conditioning | 01 | UR-01 |
Eligibility Criteria
Education Qualification
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
| Technician-1 (Group-II) | SSC / 10th Standard with Science subjects (minimum 55% marks) AND ITI certificate or national/state trade certificate in the relevant trade. |
Age Limit
- Minimum Age Limit: 18 Years
- Maximum Age Limit: 28 Years
Age Relaxation:
| Reserved Category | Age |
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD / ESM | As per Government of India (GOI) rules |
Note: The cut-off date for age calculation is August 3, 2026.
Work Experience
| Apprentice Trainee | SSC/10th (55% marks) + 2 years of full time experience as an apprentice trainee in the relevant trade. |
| Work Experience | SSC/10th (55% marks) + 3 years of work experience in the relevant trade in a Govt/Semi-Govt/PSU Organization. |
Salary and Benefits
- Pay Level: Level-2 of 7th Pay Commission Pay Matrix
- Pay Scale: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 per month
- Total Emoluments: Approximately ₹39,000/- per month
Additional Benefits:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance
- Medical facilities for self and family
- Provident Fund and Pension
Selection Process
Stage 1: Trade Test
- If your application is selected, you will take a hands on practical test for your specific job.
Stage 2: Written Exam
- If you pass the trade test, you will take a written exam made up of three papers.
Stage 3: Document Verification
- Your original education, caste and work experience certificates will be checked.
Stage 4: Medical Examination
- A basic health check-up according to CSIR rules.
Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Total Questions | Total Marks | Time |
| Paper I | Mental Ability Test | 50 | 100 (No negative marking) | 1 hour |
| Paper II | General Awareness & English Language | 50 (25 each) | 150 (1 negative mark) | 30 minutes |
| Paper III | Concerned Trade Subject | 50 | 150 (1 negative mark) | 1 hour |
Documents Required
- Recent passport-size color photograph
- Scanned signature
- 10th Standard / SSC mark sheet and certificate (for Date of Birth proof)
- ITI / National or State Trade Certificate
- Experience or Apprenticeship certificates (if applicable)
- Caste / Category certificate for SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates
- PwBD or Ex-Servicemen certificates, if applicable
- Valid ID proof ([Aadhaar Redacted] / PAN / Passport)
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women / CSIR Employees / Ex-Servicemen | Exempted |
How to Apply Online
Step 1: Go to the official CSIR-CMERI website at www.cmeri.res.in.
Step 2: Navigate to the “Career -> Vacancies” section on the homepage.
Step 3: Look for Advertisement No. 01/2026 for Technician-1 (Group-II) and download the detailed notification.
Step 4: Click on the online application link to register as a new user.
Step 5: Fill in all your personal, educational and experience details accurately.
Step 6: Upload the required scanned documents, photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
Step 7: Pay the application fee of ₹500 online (if you are not exempted).
Step 8: Review the entered information and submit the application form.
Step 9: Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
| Apply Link | Click Now |
| Official Notification | Download PDF Notification |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Advertisement Release Date | First week of July 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 4th July 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Online Application Closes | 3rd August 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Application Fee Payment Deadline | 3rd August 2026 |
| Trade Test / Exam Date | To be notified later |
Final Thoughts
CSIR‑CMERI has announced recruitment for Technician‑1 posts in 2026, there are 27 vacancies in Group‑II trades. This recruitment is a very good chance for candidates who passed 10th standard and also have ITI qualification in the relevant trade, the last date to apply is 03 August 2026.
Candidates should also start preparing for the trade test and written exam as soon as possible. If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process feel free to leave a comment below, we will try to answer as soon as possible.
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