CSIR-National Physical Laboratory (CSIR NPL), New Delhi has released an official notification for the recruitment of 18 Technical Assistant posts in various disciplines such as Mechanical, Electronics, Civil, Computer Science, Physics, and Chemistry. This recruitment is for Indian candidates who have a Diploma or B.Sc. degree with the required experience. Interested and eligible Indian candidates can apply online through the official CSIR NPL website. The online application process will start from 28 January 2026 and the last date to apply online is 27 February 2026, while the hard copy of the application must reach the office by 09 March 2026.
CSIR NPL Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026
- Organization Name: CSIR-National Physical Laboratory
- Advertisement No.: NPL/Rectt./05/2025
- Post Name: Technical Assistant
- Total Vacancy: 18
- Qualification: Diploma or B.Sc. degree
- Age Limit: 28 years
- Salary: Rs.35,400-1,12,400/-
- Apply Mode: Online
- Apply Start Date: 28.01.2026
- Apply Last Date: 27.02.2026
- Selection Process: Trade Test, Written Exam, Final Merit List
- Official Website: www.nplindia.in
CSIR NPL Technical Assistant Vacancy 2026
CSIR-National Physical Laboratory (CSIR NPL), New Delhi has released an official notification for the recruitment of 18 Technical Assistant posts in various disciplines:
- Mechanical Engineering (TA01) - 05
- Electronics/ Electrical/ Instrumentation (TA02) - 06
- Civil Engineering (TA03) - 02
- Computer Science/ IT (TA04) - 01
- Physics / Applied Physics (TA05) - 03
- Chemistry (TA06) - 01
CSIR NPL Recruitment Eligibility Criteria
(1) Mechanical Engineering -
Qualification:
- Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (3 years full-time) with minimum 60% marks
AND - 02 years experience in relevant field
OR - Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (2 years full-time – lateral entry) with minimum 60% marks
AND - 02 years experience in relevant field
(2) Electronics / Electrical / Instrumentation -
Qualification:
- Diploma in Electronics / Electrical & Electronics / Electronics & Communication / Instrumentation Engineering (3 years full-time) with 60% marksAND
- 02 years experience in relevant field
OR - Diploma (2 years full-time-lateral entry) with 60% marks
AND - 02 years experience in relevant field
(3) Civil Engineering -
Qualification:
- Diploma in Civil Engineering (3 years full-time) with 60% marks
AND - 02 years experience in relevant field
OR - Diploma in Civil Engineering (2 years - lateral entry) with 60% marks
AND - 02 years experience in relevant field
(4) Computer Science/ IT -
Qualification:
- Diploma in Computer Science / IT (3 years full-time) with 60% marks + 02 years experience
OR - Diploma (2 years - lateral entry) with 60% marks + 02 years experience
OR - B.Sc. (Computer Science / IT) with 60% marks + 01 year experience
(5) Physics/ Applied Physics -
Qualification:
- B.Sc. in Physics / Applied Physics with 60% marks
AND - 01 year experience in relevant field
(6) Chemistry -
Qualification:
- B.Sc. in Chemistry with 60% marks
AND - 01 year experience in relevant field
Age Limit (as on 27.02.2026):
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
CSIR NPL Technical Assistant 2026 How to Apply Pay Scale
The Technical Assistant position at CSIR-NPL is offered according to Pay Level-6 of the Seventh Central Pay Commission, with a pay scale of Rs.35,400 to 1,12,400. In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates will receive allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Transport Allowance as per CSIR and Government of India rules.
National Physical Laboratory Recruitment Application Fee
- General/ OBC/ EWS Candidates - Rs.500/-
- SC/ ST/ PwBD/ Ex-Servicemen/ Women Candidates - No Fee
CSIR NPL Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 How to Apply
Eligible and interested candidates must apply online only through the official CSIR-NPL recruitment website at recruitment.nplindia.org or www.nplindia.in by completing registration, filling the application form, uploading required documents, and paying the application fee (if applicable) before 27 February 2026. After successfully submitting the online application, candidates must take a printout, sign it, attach self-attested copies of all required documents, and send the hard copy by Speed Post or Registered Post to the Recruitment & Assessment Section, CSIR-NPL, New Delhi, so that it reaches on or before 09 March 2026.
CSIR NPL Technical Assistant 2026 Selection Process
The selection process will include the following steps -
- Trade Test
- Written Examination
- Final Merit List
CSIR NPL Recruitment Important Dates
- Start Date of Online Application: 28.01.2026
- Last Date of Online Application: 27.02.2026
- Last Date for Hard Copy Submission: 09.03.2026
- Download of Admit cards for the Trade Test: May/ June 2026 (Tentative)
- Written Exam: July/ August 2026 (Tentative)
- Result Declaration: September 2026 (Tentative)
CSIR NPL Technical Assistant Recruitment Admit Card
The CSIR-NPL Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 admit card will be issued online only on the official CSIR-NPL website. The admit card for the trade test will be released three days before the exam date, and for the written examination, it will be released one week before the exam.
CSIR NPL Technical Assistant Recruitment Result
The results of the CSIR NPL Technical Assistant recruitment 2026 will be announced online on the official CSIR-NPL website after the completion of the trade test and written examination. According to the notification, the final results are expected to be declared in September 2026 (tentatively).
Important Links:
- Click Here: Notification PDF
- Click Here: Apply Online
- Click Here: Official Website
CSIR NPL Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q1. How many vacancies are available?
- Answer: Total 18 Technical Assistant posts.
Q2. What is the maximum age limit?
- Answer: Maximum 28 years.
Q3. Is application fee required for SC/ST candidates?
- Answer: No, SC/ST candidates are exempted from fee payment.
Q4. Is sending hard copy compulsory?
- Answer: Yes, hard copy submission is mandatory.
