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CSIR-CMERI Technician Recruitment 2025

JOBAdded: 30 Dec 2025CSIR-Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute

CSIR-Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-CMERI) Advertisement No. 11/2025

CSIR-CMERI invites online applications from suitably qualified, dynamic, result-oriented, and dedicated Indian citizens for the position of Technician-I. The institute is looking for dynamic and creative Technicians in various trades for CSIR-CMERI at Durgapur (West Bengal) and its Extension Centre, the Centre of Excellence for Farm Machinery at Ludhiana (Punjab).

Important Dates

Event Date
Date of commencement of online application 22.12.2025 at 10:00 AM IST
Last Date for submission of online application 21.01.2026 up to 5:00 PM IST

Vacancy Details

Post Name No. of Posts & Reservation Pay Level (7th CPC) Total Emoluments Upper Age Limit
Technician-I [Group - II (1)] 20 [SC-07 (backlog), ST-02 (backlog), OBC (NCL)-04 (backlog), PwBD(OH)-03# (backlog), PwBD(HH)-01# (backlog) and UR-03] Level - 2 (₹19,900-₹63,200) ₹37,000 approximately 28 years*
*Age limit as on the last date of online application. Age relaxation applicable as per rules.

Post-wise Vacancy, Qualification and Experience

Total Vacancies for Technician-I: 20

Post Code Trade No. of Posts Reservation (UR/SC/ST/OBC/PwBD(OH)/PwBD(HH)) Essential Qualification Desirable Experience
251101 FITTER 08 01/03/-/02/01/01 SSC/10th with Science subjects (min 55% marks) AND ITI certificate in FITTER OR 2 years' full-time apprenticeship in FITTER OR 3 years' work experience in FITTER. Ability to read technical drawings, proficiency in fitting/assembling mechanical parts, knowledge of tools, ability to interpret blueprints, basic knowledge of AutoCAD, and ability to work in a team.
251102 ELECTRICIAN / MECHANIC (ELECTRICAL POWER DRIVES) 05 -/02/01/01/01/- SSC/10th with Science subjects (min 55% marks) AND ITI certificate in the trade OR 2 years' full-time apprenticeship OR 3 years' work experience. Understanding of electrical circuits, knowledge of single/three-phase systems, ability to install/repair electrical systems, conversant with electrical tools, and knowledge of safety standards.
251103 ELECTRONICS MECHANIC / INSTRUMENT MECHANIC 06 01/02/01/01/01/- SSC/10th with Science subjects (min 55% marks) AND ITI certificate in the trade OR 2 years' full-time apprenticeship OR 3 years' work experience. Proficiency in repairing electronic equipment, ability to troubleshoot, familiarity with testing instruments, PCB making, motor/sensor wiring, and programming of embedded boards.
2501104 DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY 01 01/-/-/-/-/- SSC/10th with Science subjects (min 55% marks) AND ITI certificate in Digital Photography OR 2 years' full-time apprenticeship OR 3 years' work experience. Required to perform digital photography and videography, operate computers proficiently, and use modern photo/video editing software (Adobe Photoshop, Premiere, etc.).

Age Limit & Relaxation

  • Minimum Age: 18 years
  • Maximum Age: 28 years as of 21.01.2026
  • Age Relaxation: | Category | Relaxation Permissible | | :--- | :--- | | SC/ST | 5 years | | OBC (NCL) | 3 years | | PwBD (Unreserved) | 10 years | | PwBD (OBC) | 13 years | | PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years | | Departmental Candidates (Govt./CSIR) | 5 years | | Widows/Divorced Women (General) | Up to 35 years of age | | Widows/Divorced Women (SC/ST) | Up to 40 years of age | | Ex-Servicemen (Unreserved) | 3 years after deduction of military service |

Mode of Selection

  1. Screening: Applications will be screened by a committee.
  2. Trade Test: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a Trade Test in the relevant trade, which will be qualifying in nature.
  3. Competitive Written Examination: Candidates who qualify the Trade Test will be called for the Written Examination.

Scheme of Competitive Written Examination

  • Mode of Exam: OMR based or Computer Based Test (Objective Type)
  • Medium: English and Hindi (except for the English Language paper)
  • Standard of Exam: SSC + ITI / XIIth Standard
  • Total Questions: 150
  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Paper Subject No. of Questions Maximum Marks Negative Marks
Paper-I (1 hour) Mental Ability Test 50 100 No negative marks
Paper-II (30 mins) General Awareness 25 75 One negative mark for every wrong answer
English Language 25 75 One negative mark for every wrong answer
Paper-III (1 hour) Concerned Subject 50 150 One negative mark for every wrong answer

Note: Paper-II and Paper-III will be evaluated only for candidates who secure the minimum threshold marks in Paper-I.

Application Fee

  • Amount: ₹500/-
  • Exemption: Ex-servicemen/SC/ST/Women/PwBD candidates are exempted from payment of application fee.
  • Payment Mode: Online through State Bank Collect only.

How to Apply

  1. Eligible candidates must apply ONLINE through the official website: www.cmeri.res.in.
  2. Candidates must have a valid E-mail ID and mobile number.
  3. A non-refundable application fee of Rs. 500/- is mandatory for applicants (unless exempted) and must be paid via State Bank Collect.
  4. Candidates are required to upload a recent passport-size color photograph, signature, and all relevant certificates as specified.
  5. The online application portal will be open from 22.12.2025 (10:00 AM) to 21.01.2026 (05:00 PM).

Documents to be Uploaded

  • Recent passport size color photograph.
  • Signature.
  • Fee receipt of Rs. 500/- (if applicable).
  • SSC / 10th certificate for Date of Birth proof.
  • SSC / 10th Mark Sheet.
  • ITI/Trade/Apprentice Training Certificate.
  • Category/Community certificate (if applicable).
  • Experience Certificate(s) (if any).
  • Aadhaar Card.
  • NOC from present employer (if applicable).

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