The CSIR-National Physical Laboratory has released the official notification for Technician (1) Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. Rectt./02/2026. The recruitment drive has been announced for 20 vacancies across multiple technical trades.

Eligible candidates can apply through offline mode by downloading the application form from the official website.
The application process started on May 28, 2026, and will continue till June 30, 2026.
| Event | Details |
| Organisation | CSIR-National Physical Laboratory |
| Recruitment Name | Technician (1) Recruitment 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 20 |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Application Dates | May 28 to June 30, 2026 |
| Age Limit | 18 to 28 years |
| Pay Scale | ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 |
| Official Website | nplindia.in |
Candidates are advised to regularly visit the official website for updates regarding examination schedules, trade tests, and further recruitment announcements.
The recruitment is being conducted for Technician (1) posts in several technical disciplines.
The vacancies are available under different technical categories as specified in the notification.
Council of Scientific and Industrial Research operates the CSIR-National Physical Laboratory in New Delhi.
The laboratory is one of India's premier scientific and industrial research institutions and works in the field of physical sciences, measurement standards, and advanced technologies.
Candidates are advised to submit the application form before the deadline.
Applicants must fulfil the age and educational qualification requirements mentioned in the official notification.
Age Limit
The age will be calculated as on June 30, 2026.
Age Relaxation
Relaxation in the upper age limit will be applicable for:
The relaxation will be provided according to Government of India and CSIR rules.
Candidates should possess the required technical qualification or ITI certification in the relevant trade from a recognised institution.
Applicants are advised to carefully read the official notification for trade-wise eligibility details.
Selected candidates will be appointed under:
Pay Level
Salary Structure
Employees may also receive additional allowances and benefits as per government norms.
The recruitment process may include the following stages:
Candidates qualifying all stages will be considered for final selection.
The detailed selection procedure is available in the official recruitment notification.
Candidates must apply through offline mode.
Steps to Apply
1. Visit the official CSIR-NPL website.
2. Download the Technician Recruitment 2026 application form.
3. Fill in all required details carefully.
4. Attach supporting documents and photographs.
5. Pay the application fee, if applicable.
6. Send the completed application form to the prescribed address before the last date.
Candidates should ensure that all details are correctly filled before submission.
Applicants may need the following documents:
Incomplete applications may be rejected by the recruitment authority.
The recruitment offers technical job opportunities in one of India's leading scientific research organisations.
Working with CSIR-National Physical Laboratory provides candidates with:
The positions are especially beneficial for ITI and technical diploma candidates seeking central government employment.
Candidates can access the notification and download the application form through the official portal of CSIR-National Physical Laboratory - nplindia.in.