CSIR-Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-CMERI), Durgapur, an institute under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), released this recruitment notification on 4 July 2026 on its official website. As per Advertisement No. 01/2026 (Notice No. 8/2/2026(1)-Rct. dated 04.07.2026), online applications opened on 4 July 2026 at 10:00 AM IST and close on 3 August 2026 up to 5:00 PM IST. You can read the official notification PDF directly. This is for 10th-pass candidates with an ITI trade certificate who want a stable central government job in a technical trade.
CSIR-CMERI is recruiting for a total of 27 Technician (1) [Group-II] posts, spread across seven trades — a full trade-wise breakdown follows below. Selected candidates will be posted at CSIR-CMERI, Durgapur (West Bengal), or its Extension Centre, the Centre of Excellence for Farm Machinery, Ludhiana (Punjab), depending on requirement. Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official CSIR-CMERI notification No. 8/2/2026(1)-Rct., Advertisement No. 01/2026, dated 04.07.2026. Last verified: 26 July 2026.
CSIR-CMERI, Durgapur, is recruiting 27 Technician (Group-II) posts across seven trades — Fitter, Electrician/Mechanic (Electrical Power Drives), Electronics Mechanic/Instrument Mechanic, Machinist, Foundryman, Mechanic (Motor Vehicle/Diesel), and Refrigeration & Air-Conditioning. The last date to apply online is 3 August 2026, up to 5:00 PM IST, at www.cmeri.res.in. Selection is through a qualifying Trade Test followed by a Competitive Written Examination.
Quick summary
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | CSIR-Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-CMERI) |
| Post | Technician (1) [Group-II] |
| Total Vacancy | 27 |
| Salary | Level-2 (₹19,900–₹63,200); total emoluments approx. ₹39,000 per month |
| Application Mode | Online only, at www.cmeri.res.in |
| Eligibility | SSC/10th Standard with Science subjects (55% marks) + ITI/trade certificate in the relevant trade, or equivalent apprentice/work experience |
| Selection Process | Screening → qualifying Trade Test → Competitive Written Examination |
| Place of Posting | CSIR-CMERI, Durgapur (West Bengal) / Centre of Excellence for Farm Machinery, Ludhiana (Punjab) |
| Last Date | 3 August 2026, 5:00 PM IST |
| Who Can Apply | Indian citizens meeting trade-wise qualification and age criteria |
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About the organisation
CSIR-CMERI, established in 1958, is the only national laboratory in India dedicated entirely to mechanical engineering, functioning under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). It carries out research in areas such as advanced design, electric mobility, robotics, casting and additive manufacturing, and farm machinery, through its main campus at Durgapur and its Centre of Excellence for Farm Machinery at Ludhiana. For a Technician joining here, the role sits inside a functioning national R&D lab rather than a purely administrative government office.
Local context
CSIR-CMERI’s main campus is on Mahatma Gandhi Avenue, Durgapur, in West Bengal’s Paschim Bardhaman district. Durgapur is an established industrial town on the Howrah–Asansol rail line and along the Grand Trunk Road, giving it road and rail links to Kolkata, Asansol, and other towns in the region. Bengali is the main local language, with Hindi and English used in official and technical communication. NIT Durgapur, also based in the same city, is a comparable public technical institution nearby. Candidates selected for the Ludhiana extension centre would instead be based in Punjab, at the Centre of Excellence for Farm Machinery.
This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm exact routes, connectivity and timings independently before planning travel.
Important dates
The notification gives a clear online-application window and one cut-off date used for all eligibility checks.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Commencement of online application | 4 July 2026, 10:00 AM IST |
| Last date for submission of online application | 3 August 2026, up to 5:00 PM IST |
| Cut-off date for age, qualification, category and other benefit claims | 3 August 2026 |
Candidates should note that the printout of the application and payment details will not be available after 5:00 PM on 3 August 2026, so this must be saved before the window closes.
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Vacancy details and salary
CSIR-CMERI has listed 27 Technician (1) [Group-II] posts across seven trades. Each trade has its own post code and reservation split; the rows below reproduce the full breakdown exactly as given in the notification.
| Post Code | Trade | No. of Posts | Category-wise Split | Pay Level | Total Emoluments (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 260101 | Fitter | 14 | SC-04, OBC(NCL)-04, EWS-03, UR-03 | Level-2 (₹19,900–₹63,200) | ₹39,000 |
| 260102 | Electrician / Mechanic (Electrical Power Drives) | 04 | UR-04 | Level-2 (₹19,900–₹63,200) | ₹39,000 |
| 260103 | Electronics Mechanic / Instrument Mechanic | 04 | UR-PwBD(HH)-01, UR-PwBD(OH)-01, UR-02 | Level-2 (₹19,900–₹63,200) | ₹39,000 |
| 260104 | Machinist | 02 | EWS-01, UR-01 | Level-2 (₹19,900–₹63,200) | ₹39,000 |
| 260105 | Foundryman | 01 | UR-01 | Level-2 (₹19,900–₹63,200) | ₹39,000 |
| 260106 | Mechanic (Motor Vehicle/Diesel) | 01 | OBC(NCL)-01 | Level-2 (₹19,900–₹63,200) | ₹39,000 |
| 260107 | Refrigeration & Air-Conditioning | 01 | UR-01 | Level-2 (₹19,900–₹63,200) | ₹39,000 |
| Total | 27 | SC-04, OBC(NCL)-05, UR-PwBD(HH)-01, UR-PwBD(OH)-01, EWS-04, UR-12 |
Verified total: 27 posts (14+4+4+2+1+1+1 = 27), matching the notification’s stated total. Of these 27 posts, 02 posts are reserved horizontally for Ex-Servicemen (ESM). “Total Emoluments” means the approximate monthly amount on minimum of scale, inclusive of Basic Pay, Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA) and Transport Allowance (TA), as admissible to Council employees at Durgapur or Ludhiana.
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Eligibility
The essential qualification follows the same three-route structure for every trade above — only the named trade changes. A candidate meets the requirement through any one of the following:
- SSC / 10th Standard (or equivalent) with Science subjects, minimum 55% marks, plus an ITI certificate or national/state trade certificate in the relevant trade from a recognised institution.
- SSC / 10th Standard (or equivalent) with Science subjects, minimum 55% marks, plus 2 years’ full-time experience as an apprentice trainee in the relevant trade from a recognised institution.
- SSC / 10th Standard (or equivalent) with Science subjects, minimum 55% marks, plus 3 years’ work experience in the relevant trade in a Ministry / Department / Organisation / PSU / Autonomous Body under the Government of India, State, or UT.
Trade-wise qualification and key desirable skills
| Post Code | Trade | Desirable experience (summary) |
|---|---|---|
| 260101 | Fitter | Reading technical drawings; fitting, assembling and maintaining mechanical parts; use of drills, taps, hacksaws; basic AutoCAD |
| 260102 | Electrician / Mechanic (Electrical Power Drives) | Single-phase and three-phase circuits/motors; DC & AC installation and repair; multi-meter and tong tester use; electrical safety |
| 260103 | Electronics Mechanic / Instrument Mechanic | Repair of electronic equipment and circuits; PCB making and soldering; motor/sensor wiring and testing; embedded board programming |
| 260104 | Machinist | Operating lathe, milling, drilling and grinding machines; measurement instruments (vernier, micrometer); basic CNC and CAD |
| 260105 | Foundryman | Moulding, casting and core-making; melting and pouring processes; identifying and correcting casting defects |
| 260106 | Mechanic (Motor Vehicle/Diesel) | Engine, transmission and auxiliary systems; hydraulic/pneumatic systems; reading service manuals; basic diagnostic tools |
| 260107 | Refrigeration & Air-Conditioning | Refrigeration cycles and HVAC systems; compressors, condensers, evaporators; refrigerant handling and leak detection |
Age limit: minimum 18 years, maximum 28 years, as on the closing date of online application (3 August 2026), for all trades.
Age relaxation beyond the upper age limit:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwBD (Unreserved) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Departmental candidate (CSIR/Govt./Autonomous Body/PSU employee) | 5 years |
| Widows / Divorced Women / Judicially separated women, not remarried | Up to 35 years of age |
| Widows / Divorced Women / Judicially separated women, not remarried (SC/ST) | Up to 40 years of age |
| Ex-Servicemen (Unreserved) | 3 years, after deducting actual military service from actual age |
No age relaxation is allowed to SC/ST/OBC candidates applying against Unreserved posts.
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Selection process
Selection has two stages after an initial screening. Both the Trade Test and the Written Examination must be cleared in sequence.
- Screening — a duly constituted Screening Committee shortlists candidates for the Trade Test based on eligibility.
- Trade Test — qualifying in nature, held in the candidate’s relevant/respective trade.
- Competitive Written Examination — for candidates who qualify the Trade Test. It has three papers totalling 150 questions over 2 hours 30 minutes:
- Paper-I, Mental Ability Test (1 hour): 50 questions, 100 marks, no negative marking.
- Paper-II, General Awareness and English Language (30 minutes): 25+25 questions, 75+75 marks, 1 negative mark per wrong answer in each.
- Paper-III, Concerned Subject (1 hour): 50 questions, 150 marks, 1 negative mark per wrong answer.
- Paper-II and Paper-III are evaluated only for candidates who clear a minimum threshold in Paper-I, and the final merit list is based on Paper-II and Paper-III marks only.
Questions are set in both English and Hindi, except the English Language paper itself. Candidates will not be reimbursed any Travelling Allowance or Daily Allowance for appearing in the Trade Test or Written Examination.
Application fee
A non-refundable fee of ₹500 is mandatory for applicants other than Ex-Servicemen, SC, ST, Women, and PwBD candidates, who are exempt. The fee must be paid online through SBI Collect only; the e-receipt generated after payment must be downloaded and uploaded with the application. Fee paid through any other mode will not be accepted, and the application will be treated as unpaid and rejected.
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How to apply
- Visit the official CSIR-CMERI website and go to the online application portal.
- Register using a valid name and active e-mail ID (create one first if you don’t have it).
- Log in with your registration credentials and fill in the online application form.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents.
- Pay the ₹500 application fee online via SBI Collect, where applicable, and upload the e-receipt.
- Verify all entered details carefully, since the form cannot be modified once submitted.
- Click “Submit” to complete the application, and keep a printout for your own record — do not send a hard copy to the Institute.
Apply online at the CSIR-CMERI official website.
A candidate applying for more than one post code must fill the application (except the primary registration) again and pay the fee separately for each post code.
Documents to keep ready
- Recent passport-size colour photograph and signature (clear, unblurred)
- Fee receipt of ₹500, where applicable
- SSC / 10th certificate showing date of birth
- SSC / 10th marksheet showing marks or percentage (with grade-conversion formula, if graded)
- ITI / Trade / Apprentice Training Certificate
- Category / Community certificate, PwBD or Ex-Servicemen certificate, as applicable
- Experience certificate(s), if any
- Certificate(s) of higher qualification, if any
- Aadhaar Card
- NOC from present employer, if currently employed in government service
Important links
| Link | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Official notification PDF | Full Advertisement No. 01/2026 with all annexures |
| CSIR-CMERI online application portal | Apply online for the Technician posts |
| West Bengal Jobs | More government job openings in West Bengal |
| 10th Pass Jobs | Other vacancies open to 10th-pass candidates |
| Age Calculator | Check your age against the 28-year cut-off of 3 August 2026 |
Should you apply?
This suits a 10th-pass candidate with a genuine ITI trade certificate (or matching apprentice/work experience) in one of the seven listed trades, who wants a Central Government technical role inside a national R&D institute rather than a private workshop. The pay level and total emoluments are fixed and modest compared to higher government pay levels, but the job carries the usual central government benefits — pension under the National Pension System, medical reimbursement, and Leave Travel Concession.
This is added context, not part of the official notification: with 27 posts spread across seven distinct trades rather than one large common pool, competition is likely to be more concentrated within each trade — Fitter, with 14 posts, is likely to draw the largest applicant pool, while Foundryman, with a single post, is likely to be the most competitive per seat. Confirm current demand independently.
The main trade-off: a genuinely national research institute environment and long-term career stability, against a fixed technical-grade salary, mandatory shift and field-trial work, and posting that could be at either Durgapur or Ludhiana depending on requirement.
FAQs
What is the last date to apply for CSIR-CMERI Technician Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online for CSIR-CMERI Technician (1) [Group-II] recruitment is 3 August 2026, up to 5:00 PM IST, at www.cmeri.res.in. No other mode of application is accepted.
What is the salary of Technician in CSIR-CMERI?
A CSIR-CMERI Technician (1) is placed at Pay Level-2 (₹19,900–₹63,200) as per the 7th CPC, with approximate total emoluments of ₹39,000 per month, inclusive of DA, HRA and TA as applicable.
What is the age limit for CSIR-CMERI Technician recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 18 to 28 years as on 3 August 2026, the closing date of online application, for all seven trades. Relaxation applies for SC/ST, OBC (NCL), PwBD, departmental candidates, certain women candidates, and Ex-Servicemen as per government rules.
Does a CSIR-CMERI Technician post lead to career growth?
The notification states that Technical & Support Staff are eligible for career advancement under CSIR’s Assessment Promotion scheme, subject to qualifying as per extant rules. This is added context, not part of the official notification: promotion schemes of this kind are a standard, long-running feature of most central government technical postings in India, not unique to this recruitment. Confirm current promotion norms with the hiring office.
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