Overview
CSIR Central Drug Research Institute (CSIR-CDRI) has announced recruitment for 5 posts comprising Hindi Officer and Multi Tasking Staff positions. Eligible candidates can apply online from 12 January 2026 to 16 February 2026. The Hindi Officer requires a Master’s in Hindi/English and 3 years of experience, while the MTS requires matriculation or ITI pass. Salaries are approximately ₹97,452 for Hindi Officers and ₹35,393 for MTS. The selection involves written exams and interviews for Hindi Officers, and a trade test followed by a competitive written exam for MTS. Application fee is ₹500 for unreserved categories, exempt for reserved categories. The official notification and application form are available on the CSIR-CDRI website.
Key Details
- Organization
- Council of Scientific and Industrial Research - Central Drug Research Institute (CSIR-CDRI)
- Qualification
- Hindi Officer: Master’s degree in Hindi/English with specific conditions + 3 years relevant experience; Multi Tasking Staff: Matriculation (10th) or equivalent / ITI pass
- Vacancies
- 5
- Posted
- 12 January 2026, 10:00 AM
Important Dates
| application_start | 12 January 2026, 10:00 AM |
| application_end | 16 February 2026, 05:30 PM |
| post_start_date | 12 January 2026, 10:00 AM |
Important Links
Selection Process
Hindi Officer: Written Examination (Objective, 300 marks, 2 hours, Hindi medium, 1/3 negative marking) + Interview (100 marks); Weightage 75:25. Multi Tasking Staff: Trade Test (qualifying) → Competitive Written Examination (CWE) – OMR/CBT based, 150 questions, 450 marks, 2 hours, Class X level, bilingual (except English section), 1 mark negative for wrong answers. Final merit list based on CWE marks.
How to Apply
Visit the official CSIR-CDRI website., Fill out the online application form., Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates)., Pay the application fee (₹500 for unreserved categories; exempt for reserved categories)., Submit the application before the deadline., Print and keep a copy of the submitted application for reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for CSIR CDRI Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 05 Hindi Officer, Multi Tasking Staff Posts?
application start: 12 January 2026, 10:00 AM; application end: 16 February 2026, 05:30 PM; post start date: 12 January 2026, 10:00 AM
What is the application fee?
UR: 500; EWS: 500; OBC: 500; Women: 0; SC: 0; ST: 0; PwBD: 0; Ex-Servicemen: 0; CSIR Departmental: 0
What is the age limit?
Hindi Officer: Not exceeding 35 years; Multi Tasking Staff: Not exceeding 25 years (with applicable relaxations)
What is the selection process?
Hindi Officer: Written Examination (Objective, 300 marks, 2 hours, Hindi medium, 1/3 negative marking) + Interview (100 marks); Weightage 75:25. Multi Tasking Staff: Trade Test (qualifying) → Competitive Written Examination (CWE) – OMR/CBT based, 150 questions, 450 marks, 2 hours, Class X level, bilingual (except English section), 1 mark negative for wrong answers. Final merit list based on CWE marks.