Overview
CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute (CSIR-CECRI), Karaikudi has released a recruitment notification for the post of CECRI Apprentice (27 (18 Trade/ITI + 5 Technician/Diploma + 4 Graduate) vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply walk-in interview (with prior online apprenticeship portal registration) as per the official notification.
Key Details
- Organization
- CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute (CSIR-CECRI), Karaikudi
- Vacancies
- 27 (18 Trade/ITI + 5 Technician/Diploma + 4 Graduate)
- Advertisement No
- APP-08/2026
- Posted
- 22 July 2026
Important Dates
| Notification Date | 22 July 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview Date | 10 August 2026 (Monday), 09:00 AM (Reporting Time: 08:45 AM) |
| Reporting Time | 08:45 AM |
| Interview Time | 09:00 AM (entry closed after 10:30 AM) |
Important Links
Age Limit
Age is calculated as on the date of the interview, i.e., 10 August 2026. Category of Apprenticeship: Minimum Age | Maximum Age Trade (ITI): 14 years | No limit Technician (Diploma): 18 years | 24 years Graduate (Degree): 21 years | 26 years • Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for reserved categories. • Ex-servicemen: The upper age limit is relaxed by an additional 10 years, to the extent of service rendered in the Defence Forces.
Application Fee
Not specified in the notification.
Selection Process
• Selection is through a walk-in interview at CSIR-CECRI, Karaikudi. • If the number of candidates is higher than the available vacancies, the Selection Committee will adopt its own criteria to shortlist candidates for the walk-in interview, in proportion to the available vacancies. • The applicant's candidature is provisional and subject to subsequent verification of certificates and testimonials.
How to Apply
• Download the application form from the "Opportunities" page of the CSIR-CECRI official website: https://cecri.res.in/ • Register on the appropriate apprenticeship portal based on your qualification category: ITI (Trade) Apprentices: https://apprenticeshipindia.org/candidate-registration Graduate (Degree)/Technician (Diploma) Apprentices: https://nats.education.gov.in/ • ITI (Trade) Apprentices: https://apprenticeshipindia.org/candidate-registration • Graduate (Degree)/Technician (Diploma) Apprentices: https://nats.education.gov.in/ • Fill in all details in the application form, including the Enrolment Number generated after successful registration. • Bring the duly filled-in application form, along with all original certificates and one set of self-attested photocopies of relevant testimonials, on the date of the interview. • Report to CSIR-CECRI, Karaikudi by 08:45 AM on 10 August 2026. Entry will not be permitted after 10:30 AM.
Required Documents
• Duly filled-in application form (downloaded from the CECRI website) • Enrolment Number generated after successful registration on the NAPS/NATS portal • All original certificates/testimonials related to qualification and date of birth • One set of self-attested photocopies of all relevant testimonials • Caste certificate (for SC/ST/OBC Non-Creamy Layer/EWS candidates, as applicable) in the prescribed Government of India format • One recent passport-size photograph • If the date of result declaration is not mentioned in the mark sheet, a certificate from the Principal of the Polytechnic/College/Institute stating the date of publication of the result
Important Instructions
• Candidates for ITI Trade apprenticeship must register on the NAPS portal (apprenticeshipindia.gov.in) before the interview date, watching the demo videos for candidate registration and profile completion. • Candidates for Graduate/Technician apprenticeship must register on the NATS portal (nats.education.gov.in), wait at least one day for enrolment verification and approval, then log in to submit an Establishment Request to CSIR-CECRI, upload a resume, and apply. • During registration, candidates must enter their name and their father's/mother's name exactly as given in Aadhaar, PAN, or any other valid government ID, since the name cannot be modified later and will appear on the National Apprenticeship Certificate. • Selected candidates will be provided accommodation on the Institute campus, if available, subject to a license fee. • Successful apprenticeship trainees will be awarded a National Apprenticeship Certificate by the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT)/Board of Apprenticeship Training (BOAT). • Any corrigendum, addendum, or update regarding this advertisement will be made available only on the official website: https://cecri.res.in/ • Candidates are advised to periodically check the official website, as all future correspondence and results will be posted there and/or communicated by email/SMS alerts. • Candidature is provisional and subject to verification of certificates and testimonials; false, doctored, or suppressed information will lead to cancel…
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for CSIR CECRI Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Walk in for 27 Posts?
Notification Date: 22 July 2026; Walk-in Interview Date: 10 August 2026 (Monday), 09:00 AM (Reporting Time: 08:45 AM); Reporting Time: 08:45 AM; Interview Time: 09:00 AM (entry closed after 10:30 AM)
What is the application fee?
Not specified in the notification.
What is the age limit?
Age is calculated as on the date of the interview, i.e., 10 August 2026. Category of Apprenticeship: Minimum Age | Maximum Age Trade (ITI): 14 years | No limit Technician (Diploma): 18 years | 24 years Graduate (Degree): 21 years | 26 years • Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for reserved categories. • Ex-servicemen: The upper age limit is relaxed by an additional 10 years, to the extent of service rendered in the Defence Forces.
What is the selection process?
• Selection is through a walk-in interview at CSIR-CECRI, Karaikudi. • If the number of candidates is higher than the available vacancies, the Selection Committee will adopt its own criteria to shortlist candidates for the walk-in interview, in proportion to the available vacancies. • The applicant's candidature is provisional and subject to subsequent verification of certificates and testimonials.