Advanced Materials and Processes Research Institute (AMPRI), Bhopal, a constituent laboratory of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), has invited applications from qualified Indian citizens for 14 technical and isolated posts under Advertisement No. RECT-02/2026. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website at https://ampri.res.in. The online application window is open from 07.10.2026 to 06.11.2026 for Technical Officer and Technician (1) posts, and from 15.10.2026 to 16.11.2026 for Security Officer, Security Assistant, and Multi-Tasking Staff posts.
CSIR AMPRI Recruitment 2026 – Quick Summary
- Who is recruiting?: Advanced Materials and Processes Research Institute (CSIR-AMPRI), Bhopal
- Which posts?: Technical Officer, Security Officer, Security Assistant, Technician (1), and Multi-Tasking Staff
- How many vacancies?: 14 posts
- Who can apply?: Qualified Indian citizens meeting post-specific qualifications
- Application start date: 07.10.2026 (Technical Officer, Technician 1) / 15.10.2026 (Security Officer, Security Assistant, MTS)
- Last date: 06.11.2026 (Technical Officer, Technician 1) / 16.11.2026 (Security Officer, Security Assistant, MTS)
- Application mode: Online
- Job location: Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh (with liability to serve anywhere in India)
CSIR AMPRI Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Advanced Materials and Processes Research Institute (CSIR-AMPRI) |
| Advertisement No. | RECT-02/2026 |
| Post Name(s) | Technical Officer, Security Officer, Security Assistant, Technician (1), Multi-Tasking Staff, and other posts |
| Total Vacancies | 14 vacancies |
| Pay | Pay Level 1 to Pay Level 7 (₹18,000 to ₹142,400) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh |
| Official Website | https://ampri.res.in |
CSIR AMPRI Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date (Technical Officer & Technician 1) | 07.10.2026 |
| Application Last Date (Technical Officer & Technician 1) | 06.11.2026 (Till 23:59 Hrs) |
| Application Start Date (Security Officer, Security Assistant & MTS) | 15.10.2026 |
| Application Last Date (Security Officer, Security Assistant & MTS) | 16.11.2026 (Till 23:59 Hrs) |
| Exam Date / Trade Test Date | To be notified on the official website |
CSIR AMPRI Vacancy Details (Post-wise and Category-wise)
The institute has notified a total of 14 vacancies across various technical and isolated posts. The post-wise and category-wise breakdown is as follows:
| Name of the Post and Post Code | Number of Posts and Reservation Status | Pay Matrix Level | Total Emoluments (Approximate) | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Officer (TO-01 to TO-05) | 07 (UR-06, SC-01) | Pay Level 7 (₹44900-142400) | ₹86,580/- | 30 years |
| Security Officer (SO-01) | 01 (UR-01) | Pay Level 7 (₹44900-142400) | ₹86,580/- | 35 years |
| Security Assistant (SA-01) | 01 (UR-01) | Level-06 (Rs. 35400-112400) | Rs. 66,500/- | 28 years |
| Technician (1) (TC-01 to TC-04) | 04 (UR-03, ST-01) | Level-02 (Rs. 19,900-63,200) | Rs. 37,000/- | 28 years |
| Multi Tasking Staff (MTS-01) | 01 (UR-01) | Level-01 (Rs. 18000-56900) | Rs. 33,650/- | 25 years |
Note: Post Codes TC-03 and TC-04 include 02 anticipated vacancies arising on superannuation within the next one year.
CSIR AMPRI Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
The applicant must be a citizen of India.
CSIR AMPRI Qualification
| Post Code | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| TO-01 | M.Sc. in Material Science / Physics or equivalent with a minimum of 55% marks (or equivalent CGPA). |
| TO-02 | MCA (Master of Computer Applications) or equivalent with a minimum of 55% marks (or equivalent CGPA). |
| TO-03 | M.Sc. in Chemistry / Applied Chemistry / Chemical Sciences or equivalent with a minimum of 55% marks (or equivalent CGPA). |
| TO-04 | B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering / Metallurgy / Metallurgical Engineering or equivalent with a minimum of 55% marks (or equivalent CGPA). |
| TO-05 | B.E. / B.Tech in Electronics / Instrumentation Engineering or equivalent with a minimum of 55% marks (or equivalent CGPA). |
| SO-01 | Ex-Servicemen JCO (Subedar or higher rank) OR equivalent rank in other Para-military forces with minimum of 10 years’ experience in security. (Relaxed to 5 years for Short Service Commissioned Officers / Assistant Commandants drawing pre-revised scale of Rs. 8,000-13,500, and 10 years for Inspectors from Para-Military Forces). |
| SA-01 | Ex-servicemen JCO in Army or equivalent other Para-Military Forces with 05 years of experience in the work of security. |
| TC-01 | SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with minimum 55% marks AND ITI certificate or national / state trade Certificate in Instrument Mechanic program/trade OR 2 years full time apprenticeship trainee experience in Instrument Mechanic Trade OR 3 years work experience in Instrument Mechanic in a Government/PSU/Autonomous body. |
| TC-02 | SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate AND ITI certificate / National/State Trade Certificate in Fitter trade OR 2 years full-time apprenticeship experience in Fitter trade OR 3 years work experience in Fitter trade in Government/PSU/Autonomous body. |
| TC-03 | SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate AND ITI certificate / National or State Trade Certificate (NTC/STC) in Machinist trade OR 2 years full-time apprenticeship experience in Machinist trade OR 3 years work experience in Machinist trade in Government/PSU/Autonomous body. |
| TC-04 | SSC / 10th Standard or equivalent with Science subjects, with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate AND ITI certificate / National or State Trade Certificate (NTC/STC) in Laboratory Assistant (Chemical Plant) trade OR 2 years full-time apprenticeship experience in Lab Assistant (Chemical Plant) trade OR 3 years work experience in Lab Assistant (Chemical Plant) trade in Government/PSU/Autonomous body. |
| MTS-01 | Matriculation / 10th Standard or equivalent pass. |
CSIR AMPRI Age Limit
The upper age limits for various posts are 30 years for Technical Officer, 35 years for Security Officer, 28 years for Security Assistant, 28 years for Technician (1), and 25 years for Multi-Tasking Staff. The crucial date for determining the upper age limit, qualifications, and experience is 06.11.2026 for Post Codes TO-01 to TO-05 and TC-01 to TC-04, and 16.11.2026 for Post Codes SO-01, SA-01, and MTS-01. The applicant's age must not be below 18 years.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation / Applicable Provisions |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | Up to 5 years for reserved posts as per Government rules. |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | Up to 3 years for reserved posts as per Government rules. |
| PwBD / Divyang | 10 years (total 15 years for SC/ST and 13 years for OBC candidates) for suitable posts (Technical Officer, Technician 1, and MTS). Not applicable for Security Officer and Security Assistant. |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | Deduction of actual military service period from actual age (provided resultant age does not exceed upper age limit by more than 3 years) for applicable posts. |
| Departmental Candidates (CSIR / Government / Autonomous Body / PSU) | Up to 05 years for Technical Officer and Technician (1) posts only. |
CSIR AMPRI Salary
| Post Name | Pay Level / Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Technical Officer | Pay Level 7 (₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400) |
| Security Officer | Pay Level 7 (₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400) |
| Security Assistant | Level-06 (Rs. 35,400 - 1,12,400) |
| Technician (1) | Level-02 (Rs. 19,900 - 63,200) |
| Multi-Tasking Staff | Level-01 (Rs. 18,000 - 56,900) |
Posts carry usual allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Transport Allowance (TA) admissible to central government employees as applicable to CSIR. Council employees are also eligible for accommodation as per CSIR allotment rules.
CSIR AMPRI Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500/- per post code |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women / Ex-Servicemen | Exempted (on uploading relevant certificates) |
The application fee must be paid online through SBI Collect / online payment gateway. Fee is non-refundable.
CSIR AMPRI Selection Process
The selection process varies by post category and generally involves screening, trade tests, physical tests, personality assessment tests, and competitive written examinations.
- Technical Officer: Screening Committee recommendation followed by a qualifying Trade Test and a competitive Written Examination comprising Paper I (Mental Ability Test, 50 Qs, 100 Marks), Paper II (General Awareness & English Language, 50 Qs, 150 Marks), and Paper III (Concerned Subject, 100 Qs, 300 Marks). Final merit is based on Paper II and III.
- Security Officer: Screening followed by Physical Standards, Physical Test, and a Written Examination consisting of Paper-I (Mental Ability & Personality Assessment, 100 Qs, 100 Marks) and Paper-II (Subjective: Comprehension, Report Writing, Security Regulations & Firefighting, General Awareness, 100 Marks).
- Security Assistant: Screening, qualifying Skill / Physical and Personality Assessment Test (100 Qs, 100 Marks), followed by a subjective Competitive Written Examination (100 Marks).
- Technician (1): Trade Test followed by a competitive Written Examination comprising Paper I (Mental Ability Test, 50 Qs, 100 Marks), Paper II (General Awareness & English Language, 50 Qs, 150 Marks), and Paper III (Concerned Subject, 50 Qs, 150 Marks).
- Multi-Tasking Staff: Competitive Written Examination consisting of General Intelligence (25 Qs, 75 Marks), Quantitative Aptitude (25 Qs, 75 Marks), General Awareness (50 Qs, 150 Marks), and English Language (50 Qs, 150 Marks). Total 150 questions, 300 marks.
How to Apply for CSIR AMPRI Recruitment
- Visit the CSIR-AMPRI official website at https://ampri.res.in and access the recruitment link for Advt. No. RECT-02/2026.
- Register using your name, email address, and mobile number.
- Pay the non-refundable application fee of ₹500/- online via SBI Collect / payment gateway (if applicable) and note the transaction number and e-receipt.
- Log in to the online portal and fill out the application form with correct details.
- Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-size colour photograph, signature, fee e-receipt, and all mandatory educational, category, and experience certificates (max size 1MB each).
- Verify all entered details and submit the application form.
- Download and retain a printout of the completed application form for future records. Do not send a hard copy by post.
Documents Required
- Downloaded copy of e-receipt / payment receipt of application fee
- Recent passport-size scanned colour photograph and candidate signature
- Matriculation / 10th Standard marksheet or certificate as proof of date of birth
- Educational certificates and marksheets supporting essential and higher qualifications
- Caste / Community / PwBD certificate in prescribed Government of India format (if applicable)
- Experience certificate specifying dates of service and nature of work (if applicable)
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer for regular employees in CSIR, Government departments, autonomous bodies, or PSUs
- Discharge book/certificate or PPO for Ex-Servicemen
- Court judgment/decree and affidavit for widows, divorced, or judicially separated women claiming age relaxation
CSIR AMPRI Important Instructions
- Candidates must fulfill all eligibility criteria as of the last date of online application submission.
- Separate applications with separate fees must be submitted for each post code if applying for multiple posts.
- Candidates currently working in CSIR, Government organizations, autonomous bodies, statutory bodies, universities, or PSUs must upload a valid No Objection Certificate (NOC).
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending tests, except for eligible SC/ST candidates as per rules.
- All notifications regarding trade tests, written exams, and updates will be published solely on the official CSIR-AMPRI website.
- Selected candidates may be required to work in shifts (including night shifts), on holidays, and beyond normal office hours depending on job exigencies.
CSIR AMPRI Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Online Application Portal |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Advertisement Notification (RECT-02/2026) |
| Official Website | CSIR-AMPRI Official Portal |
