The CSIR-National Physical Laboratory (NPL) has released the official notification for the recruitment of Technical Assistants. Online applications are invited for 18 vacancies across various technical disciplines. The application link is active on the CSIR-NPL recruitment portal from January 28, 2026.
The last date to submit the online application form and pay the fee is February 27, 2026.
CSIR-NPL Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026 Summary
The selection for the Technical Assistant post is based on a qualifying Trade Test followed by a Competitive Written Examination.
| Feature | Details |
| Conducting Body | CSIR-National Physical Laboratory (NPL) |
| Post Name | Technical Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 18 |
| Registration Dates | January 28 to February 27, 2026 |
| Last Date for Hard Copy | March 09, 2026 |
| Tentative Written Exam | July/August 2026 |
| Official Website | nplindia.in |
National Physical Laboratory Vacancy Distribution by Post Code and Category:
CSIR NPL Technical Assistant 2026 – Area-wise Vacancies
| Post Code | Area/Discipline | Total Vacancies | Reservation Breakdown |
|---|---|---|---|
| TA01 | Mechanical Engineering | 5 | UR-2, OBC(NCL)-2, EWS-1 |
| TA02 | Electronics/Electrical & Electronics/Electronics & Communication/Instrumentation Engineering | 6 | UR-2, OBC(NCL)-1, EWS-1, ST-2 |
| TA03 | Civil Engineering | 2 | UR-1, OBC(NCL)-1 |
| TA04 | Computer Science/Information Technology | 1 | OBC(NCL)-1 |
| TA05 | Physics/Applied Physics | 3 | UR-1, OBC(NCL)-1, SC-1 |
| TA06 | Chemistry | 1 | UR-1 |
CSIR-NPL Technical Assistant Salary 2026
The Technical Assistant post is placed in Pay Level-06 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
- Pay Scale: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
- Approx. Initial Gross Emoluments: ₹72,240/- per month (including HRA in Delhi).
- Additional Benefits: Dearness Allowance (DA), Transport Allowance (TA), medical reimbursement, LTC, and accommodation as per rules.
Eligibility Criteria 2026
Educational Qualification:
- For Engineering Codes (TA01-TA04): 3-year full-time Diploma in the relevant branch with at least 60% marks and 2 years of experience in the relevant field.
- For Science Codes (TA04-TA06): B.Sc. (Computer Science/Physics/Chemistry) or equivalent with 60% marks and 1 year of experience.
Age Limit:
- Maximum Age: 28 years.
- Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC(NCL) for reserved posts. Relaxation also applies to PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and CSIR employees.
CSIR-NPL Technical Assistant Application Process
- Step 1: Visit the official portal https://recruitment.nplindia.org.
- Step 2: Complete the online registration and fill in the application details.
- Step 3: Upload required documents (Photo, Signature, Experience Certificates, etc.).
- Step 4: Pay the application fee online.
- Step 5: Mandatory: Print the system-generated application, sign it, and send it with self-attested copies of all documents to CSIR-NPL, New Delhi, so it reaches by March 09, 2026.
National Physical Laboratory Technical Assistant Selection Process 2026
The selection involves two primary stages:
Trade Test: A qualifying practical test to shortlist candidates for the written exam.
Written Examination: OMR-based or Computer-based objective test consisting of three papers:
- Paper I: Mental Ability Test (Qualifying, no negative marking).
- Paper II: General Awareness & English Language (1 negative mark for wrong answers).
- Paper III: Concerned Subject/Trade (100 questions, 1 negative mark for wrong answers).
Final merit is prepared based on performance in Paper II and Paper III only.
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Important Links for CSIR-NPL Technical Assistant Vacancy
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Official Website | www.nplindia.in |
| Apply Online Portal | APPLY LINK |
| Detailed Notification & Guidelines | Download Now |
FAQs
What is the last date for CSIR-NPL Technical Assistant online registration?
February 27, 2026 (up to 11:59 PM).
Is it necessary to send a hard copy of the CSIR-NPL Technical Assistant application?
Yes, the hard copy must reach CSIR-NPL by March 09, 2026.
What is the minimum percentage required in the qualification?
Candidates must have at least 60% marks in their Diploma or B.Sc..
Is there any negative marking in the written exam?
There is no negative marking in Paper I, but Paper II and Paper III have a deduction of 1 mark for every wrong answer.
