CSIR CMERI Technician I Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 20 Posts

Last date to apply: 21/01/2026 (via SBI Collect)

Overview

CSIR-CMERI has announced recruitment for 20 Technician-I posts across various trades. Eligible candidates must have passed 10th standard with science subjects (55% marks) and possess an ITI/NAC certificate or relevant experience, be aged 18-28 years, and pay an application fee of Rs. 500 (exempt for SC/ST/Women/PwBD/Ex-servicemen). The salary is approximately ₹37,000 per month at the minimum scale. Selection involves a qualifying trade test followed by a competitive written examination. Applications can be submitted online from 22 December 2025 to 21 January 2026.

Key Details

Organization
CSIR-Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-CMERI)
Qualification
SSC / 10th Standard with Science subjects (55% marks) and ITI/NAC or relevant experience
Vacancies
20
Posted
22/12/2025 (10:00 AM IST)
Last date to apply
21/01/2026 (via SBI Collect)

Important Dates

Notification Release Date19/12/2025
Online Application Start Date22/12/2025 (10:00 AM IST)
Online Application End Date21/01/2026 (up to 5:00 PM IST)
Last Date for online fee payment21/01/2026 (via SBI Collect)
Trade Test/Written Exam DateTo be notified later

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Vacancy Details

Fitter: 8; Electrician/Mechanic: 5; Electronics Mechanic/Instrument Mechanic: 6; Digital Photography: 1

Selection Process

Trade Test (qualifying) followed by Competitive Written Examination (Paper-II and Paper-III).

How to Apply

Visit the official website www.cmeri.res.in., Register with a valid email ID and mobile number., Log in and fill in the application form., Pay the application fee online through State Bank Collect and upload the e-receipt., Upload scanned copies of a recent photograph, signature, and all relevant certificates (education, ITI, experience, category, Aadhaar Card, NOC if applicable)., Submit the application online before the deadline.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important dates for CSIR CMERI Technician I Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 20 Posts?

Notification Release Date: 19/12/2025; Online Application Start Date: 22/12/2025 (10:00 AM IST); Online Application End Date: 21/01/2026 (up to 5:00 PM IST); Last Date for online fee payment: 21/01/2026 (via SBI Collect); Trade Test/Written Exam Date: To be notified later

What is the application fee?

General: Rs. 500; SC/ST/Women/PwBD: Exempt; Ex-servicemen: Exempt

What is the age limit?

18 to 28 years (with applicable relaxations)

What is the selection process?

Trade Test (qualifying) followed by Competitive Written Examination (Paper-II and Paper-III).