CSIR-CIMFR Technician Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Technician (1)

The CSIR-Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research (CIMFR) has invited online applications from enthusiastic, innovative, and dynamic Indian Nationals for the posts of Technician (1). These positions are entirely regular and carry central government pay scales with excellent career growth prospects.

Selected candidates will be posted at the CSIR-CIMFR Headquarters in Dhanbad (Jharkhand) or its regional research centers located in Bilaspur, Nagpur, Ranchi, and Roorkee.

CSIR-CIMFR Technician 2026: Important Schedule

Candidates are advised to complete their online registration well before the closing date to avoid last-minute server congestion.

Event	Official Dates
Notification Release Date	May 16, 2026
Online Application Start Date	May 20, 2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply Online	June 18, 2026 (05:30 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment	June 18, 2026
Tentative Trade Test / Exam Date	September / October 2026

1. Vacancy Breakdown & Trade Details

The recruitment aims to fill various technical trade positions. Below is the indicative trade-wise distribution for ITI candidates:

Name of the Post	Trade / Discipline	Total Vacancies
Technician (1)	Fitter	08
Technician (1)	Electrician	06
Technician (1)	Welder	03
Technician (1)	Machinist / Turner	04
Technician (1)	Computer Operator (COPA)	05
Technician (1)	Laboratory Assistant	06
Technician (1)	Draftsman (Civil/Mech)	02
Total Vacancies		34

Note: Reservation categories (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD) are allocated strictly as per Government of India rules.

2. Eligibility Criteria (As of June 18, 2026)

A. Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications to be considered eligible:

• Matriculation / 10th Class pass or equivalent with Science subjects from a recognized board with a minimum of 55% marks.
• IT Certificate: A valid ITI Certificate (National Trade Certificate – NTC) in the respective trade issued by NCVT or SCVT.
• Alternative Qualification: National/State Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in the relevant trade OR 2 years of regular full-time experience as an apprentice training helper from a government recognized organization.

B. Age Limit

• Maximum Upper Age: 28 Years as on the last date of application closing.
• Age Relaxations:
  • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
  • SC / ST Candidates: 5 Years
  • PwBD / Ex-Servicemen: As per government norms.

3. Salary Structure & Pay Level

Positions belong to the Technical Cadre of CSIR and offer central government benefits.

• Pay Matrix Level: Level 2 (7th CPC Pay Matrix)
• Pay Scale: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
• Initial Basic Pay: ₹19,900 per month
• Total Gross Emoluments: Approximately ₹33,500+ per month (including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Transport Allowance (TA) at Dhanbad rates).

4. Selection Process & Exam Pattern

The selection process is carefully structured to test both practical skills and theoretical aptitude.

Stage 1: Trade Test (Qualifying Nature)

• Eligible candidates will first be called for a practical Trade Test in their respective ITI fields.
• The Trade Test is purely qualifying. Candidates who pass the trade test will be shortlisted for the competitive written examination.

Stage 2: Competitive Written Examination

The written examination consists of three papers conducted on the same day.

Paper	Subject	Questions	Marks	Duration	Negative Marking
Paper-I	Mental Ability Test	50	100	1 Hour	No Negative
Paper-II	General Awareness & English	50 (25 each)	150	30 Minutes	-1 Mark
Paper-III	Concerned Subject (Trade Specific)	50	150	1 Hour	-1 Mark

• Final Merit List: The final selection will be based solely on the marks obtained in Paper-II and Paper-III. Paper-I is only a qualifying bridge.

5. Step-by-Step Online Application Process

1.Visit Recruitment Link:Official Portal.

Go directly to the official active portal at cimfr.res.in and click on the “Careers/Recruitment” tab on the homepage.

2.Sign Up for Credentials:Registration.

Click on the link for “Technician (1) Advertisement No. CIMFR/ESTT/01/2026”. Complete the primary sign-up page using your Active Mobile Number and Email ID.

3.Fill Personal & Academic Details:Form Entry.

Log in using your system-generated ID. Carefully fill out your 10th-grade percentages, choose your ITI trade matching your certificate, and fill out your address information.

4.Upload Scan Certificates:Document Upload.

Upload your scanned passport photograph, signature, 10th Marksheet, and NCVT/SCVT Trade Certificate. Make sure all files fall within the specified size formats.

5.Application Fee and Print:Payment & Submit.

Pay the non-refundable application fee using online SBI Collect or payment gateways. Submit your completed application profile and print the final acknowledgment page.

• Application Fee: ₹100 for General, OBC, and EWS candidates.
• Exempted Categories: SC, ST, PwBD, Women, and CSIR Departmental Candidates are completely exempt from paying any fee.

6. Important Official Links for aapkajobalert Readers

Resource Link Type	Direct URL Target
Official Online Apply	CSIR-CIMFR Recruitment Portal
Download Official Notification PDF	CIMFR Technician 2026 Notification PDF
Official Institute Website	cimfr.res.in

7. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Can candidates with a higher qualification like a Diploma or B.E./B.Tech apply for this post?

Ans: Higher qualification holders can apply only if they also possess the essential qualification, which is a Matriculation certificate with 55% marks along with a valid ITI Trade Certificate in the requested fields. Higher degrees alone do not satisfy the criteria.

Q2: Is there an interview for the CSIR-CIMFR Technician post?

Ans: No, as per the guidelines of the Government of India, interviews have been completely discontinued for Group ‘C’ technical posts. Final selection depends entirely on the written test merit list.

Q3: How is the final merit list determined if two candidates score the same marks?

Ans: If there is a tie in Paper-II and Paper-III combined scores, the candidate with higher marks in Paper-I (Mental Ability Test) is ranked higher. If the tie remains, the older candidate by date of birth takes precedence.