CSIR-NPL MTS Recruitment 2026: 25 Matric-Pass Posts in New Delhi
If you have passed the 10th class and want a stable central government job in Delhi, this is a good opening. CSIR – National Physical Laboratory, the country’s national metrology institute under the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research, has announced 25 Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) posts. Pay is Level 1 (Rs 18,000 – 56,900), with starting emoluments of about Rs 41,040 per month.
This is an offline recruitment. There is no online form, so you must post your application so that it reaches the laboratory on or before 23 December 2026. Here you will find eligibility, age limits, the exam pattern, the fee and the exact steps. Matric is enough, and you can find more 10th pass government jobs on GovtJobsAlert.in.
Key Highlights of CSIR-NPL MTS Recruitment 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | CSIR – National Physical Laboratory, New Delhi |
| Advertisement No. | Rectt./05/2026 |
| Post | Multi Tasking Staff (Post Code MTS) |
| Total Vacancies | 25 (provisional) |
| Pay | Level 1, Rs 18,000 – 56,900 |
| Mode of Application | Offline, by post |
| Last Date of Receipt | 23 December 2026 |
| Selection | Screening of applications, then one written exam |
| Job Location | New Delhi (transfer to any CSIR lab is possible) |
The notification says the number of vacancies is provisional and may increase or decrease at the time of final selection. The advertisement also does not guarantee that selections will actually be made.
CSIR-NPL MTS Vacancy 2026: Category-wise Posts
| Post | Category-wise Vacancies | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Multi Tasking Staff | UR 12 / EWS 3 / OBC (NCL) 6 / SC 0 / ST 4 | 25 |
Two points inside the 25 posts matter. One post is reserved for PwBD category [b] (deaf and hard of hearing) and one for PwBD category [c] (locomotor disability and similar). Three posts are reserved for Ex-Servicemen. Note that no post is listed for SC candidates.
What Is the Eligibility for CSIR-NPL MTS Recruitment 2026?
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Essential qualification | Matriculation or equivalent pass |
| Desirable qualification | Intermediate (12th Class) pass |
| Experience | Not required |
| Nationality | Citizen of India |
The qualification must be from a university, institution or board recognised by the Government of India, and the final result must be declared on or before 23 December 2026. If you claim an “equivalent” qualification, you must attach the order, letter or notification showing which authority treated it as equivalent, with number and date. Without it, the Screening Committee can reject your claim and your application.
Having the minimum qualification does not guarantee a call for the written exam. The Screening Committee uses its own criteria to shortlist, so mention every extra qualification you have and support it with documents.
Age Limit
| Category | Age Rule (as on 23.12.2026) |
|---|---|
| All candidates | 18 to 25 years |
| ST | 5 years relaxation (no SC post, so no SC relaxation) |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 years relaxation |
| PwBD (Unreserved) | 10 years relaxation |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years relaxation |
| PwBD (ST) | 15 years relaxation |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years, after deducting military service from actual age |
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SC, ST and OBC (NCL) relaxation is given only where posts are reserved for that category. On an Unreserved post they get no caste relaxation (per DoPT OM dated 01-07-1988), but SC/ST candidates still get the fee exemption. PwBD relaxation needs a disability of 40% or more, and the post must be identified as suitable for that disability. Other relaxations follow Government of India and CSIR rules; the list in the notice is not exhaustive.
CSIR-NPL MTS Salary 2026: Pay Level 1
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level 1 (Rs 18,000 – 56,900) |
| Basic Pay | Rs 18,000 |
| Approx. Monthly Emoluments | About Rs 41,040 |
The emoluments figure is approximate, taken on the minimum of the scale and including House Rent Allowance for a Class X city. You also get Dearness Allowance and Transport Allowance as admissible to central government employees under CSIR rules. Medical reimbursement, Leave Travel Concession and House Building Advance are available as per CSIR rules. New entrants are covered by the National Pension System. CSIR accommodation is subject to availability, and HRA is not admissible if you use Council or Government accommodation.
What Work Will an MTS Do at CSIR-NPL?
The job is varied, so read it before you apply. Duties include keeping records of the section, cleanliness and upkeep, carrying files to other sections, photocopying, sending fax and delivering the dak. You may also assist in research and development activities, look after the Guest House, maintain gardens and green spaces, and keep vehicle records and log books. You may have to work shift duties, and you may be asked to perform driver duties if required, for which an honorarium is paid as per rules.
CSIR-NPL MTS Selection Process and Exam Pattern
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| 1. Screening | Applications scrutinised by a Screening Committee |
| 2. Written exam | One paper, OMR-based objective type |
| 3. Merit list | Based only on written exam marks |
The exam has 150 questions and a time of 2 hours. The standard is Class 10, and questions are in English and Hindi, except the English Language questions.
| Subject | Questions / Marks |
|---|---|
| General Intelligence | 25 / 75 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 / 75 |
| General Awareness | 50 / 150 |
| English Language | 50 / 150 |
Every correct answer earns three marks and every wrong answer costs one negative mark, so avoid wild guesses. The minimum cut-off marks for each category will be put on the CSIR-NPL website before the exam. If marks tie, the order is fewer negative marks, then the older candidate, then the earlier acquisition of the essential qualification, then alphabetical order of first name. The notification gives no exam date yet. Your shortlist and updates appear only on the official website, so check it regularly.
What Is the Application Fee for CSIR-NPL MTS Recruitment 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All other candidates | Rs 500 |
| SC, ST, PwBD, Women, Abroad, Transgender | Exempted |
Pay by a crossed Demand Draft or Pay Order from any nationalised bank, valid for at least 3 months, in favour of “Director, National Physical Laboratory”, payable at New Delhi. Write your name and Post Code on the back of the draft. The fee is not refunded on any count and cannot be kept for another recruitment.
What Are the Important Dates for CSIR-NPL MTS Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date of receipt of application | 23 December 2026 |
| Age and qualification cut-off date | 23 December 2026 |
| Written exam | Not announced in the notification |
The date is the same for candidates from far-flung areas. Government, PSU and autonomous-body employees who apply through proper channel must also have the hard copy reach by this date.
Conditions That Can Cost You the Post
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Late receipt | Applications received after the closing date for any reason, including postal delay or a wrong address, will not be entertained |
| Incomplete form | No photograph, fee, testimonials or signature means summary rejection |
| Serving employees | Must apply through proper channel, failing which candidature will NOT be considered |
| False information | Candidature is cancelled, and after joining you can be removed from service |
| Name mismatch | Name, date of birth and parents’ names must match the matriculation certificate exactly |
| OBC claim | Creamy layer candidates are not entitled to OBC concession, and the sub-caste must match the Central List |
| Probation | Two years, and you cannot apply elsewhere during it |
| Transfer | You can be transferred to any CSIR lab in India |
| Canvassing | Any influence or canvassing is a disqualification |
| Withdrawal | A submitted application cannot be withdrawn |
| EWS certificate | An Income and Asset Certificate issued after the closing date or for a later financial year will not be accepted, and you are then treated as Unreserved if otherwise eligible |
Your reserved-category claim stays provisional until your certificates are verified. If the claim, or a creamy-layer declaration, turns out false, your services will be terminated forthwith without further reasons and further action may follow. Applications without the required certificates or documents will be summarily rejected.
How to Apply for CSIR-NPL MTS Recruitment 2026
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Download the prescribed application form from the NPL website (link in Essential Links) |
| 2 | Fill it fully, with the same name and date of birth as your matric certificate |
| 3 | Paste your photograph on Part I and sign across it; paste another on Part II without signing across |
| 4 | Attach self-attested copies of your age proof, certificates, mark sheets and category documents |
| 5 | Attach the Rs 500 Demand Draft if you are not exempted |
| 6 | Put it in an envelope marked “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF MTS” |
| 7 | Post it to the Senior Controller of Administration, CSIR-National Physical Laboratory, Dr. K.S. Krishnan Marg, New Delhi-110012, to reach by 23 December 2026 |
There is no online submission, so do not look for a “submit” button. Use speed post early, because postal delay is not an excuse. Serving government employees can send an advance copy before the closing date, but the forwarded copy must still reach in time with the employer’s endorsement and vigilance clearance. If the Hindi and English advertisements differ, the English one is final.
CSIR-NPL MTS Recruitment 2026 Essential Links
- Download CSIR-NPL MTS Detailed Advertisement PDF
- Visit CSIR-NPL Multi Tasking Staff Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
If you have passed Matric and can reach Delhi, this is worth your effort. Collect your certificates this week, get the draft made, and post the envelope well before 23 December 2026. Visit GovtJobsAlert.in for more Delhi government jobs.