CSIR Madras Complex (CSIR-CMC), Chennai has released the exam schedule for the Trade Test and Competitive Written Examination for recruitment to the post of Technical Officer (Civil) [A.E (Civil)], Post Code: TO. The notification, dated 16 July 2026, informs shortlisted candidates that the Trade Test will be held on 17 August 2026, followed by the Competitive Written Examination on 18 and 19 August 2026. This article explains the exam dates, timing, venue, exam pattern, admit card details, and other instructions exactly as issued in the official notification.
CSIR Madras Complex Technical Officer Exam Date 2026 - Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | CSIR Madras Complex (CSIR-CMC), Chennai |
| Post Name | Technical Officer (Civil) [A.E (Civil)] |
| Post Code | TO |
| Advertisement Number | CSIR-CMC Advt. No. MC/02/2021 |
| Notification Number | MC/2/2(46)/2021-Rct. |
| Notification Date | 16 July 2026 |
| Event | Trade Test and Competitive Written Examination for shortlisted candidates |
| Trade Test Date | 17 August 2026 (Monday) |
| Written Exam Date | 18 & 19 August 2026 (Tuesday & Wednesday) |
| Venue | CSIR Madras Complex, Taramani, Chennai - 113 |
| Admit Card Available From | 10 August 2026 |
| Official Website | csircmc.res.in/careers |
CSIR Madras Complex Technical Officer Exam Date 2026 - Important Dates
| Sl. No. | Event | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Trade Test | 17 August 2026 (Monday) | Written Component: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Practical / Presentation: 02:00 PM onwards |
| 2 | Competitive Written Examination (Paper I, II & III) | 18 August 2026 (Tuesday) & 19 August 2026 (Wednesday) | 10:00 AM onwards |
| 3 | Admit Card Download Starts | 10 August 2026 | - |
Both the Trade Test and the Competitive Written Examination will be held at the same venue: CSIR Madras Complex, Taramani, Chennai - 113.
CSIR Madras Complex Technical Officer Exam Date 2026 - Download Link
The CSIR Madras Complex Technical Officer Exam Date 2026 has been announced for candidates appearing in the Technical Officer recruitment examination. Candidates can download the CSIR Madras Complex Technical Officer Exam Date 2026 notice and check the complete exam schedule through the official download link. Stay updated with the latest exam date, admit card release, exam pattern, and other important CSIR Madras Complex recruitment updates.
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CSIR CMC Technical Officer (Civil) Exam Pattern 2026
The Competitive Written Examination pattern is detailed in Annexure I of the notification:
- Mode of Examination: OMR-based or Computer-based Objective Type Multiple Choice Examination
- Medium of Examination: Questions set in both English and Hindi, except the English Language section
- Standard of Exam: As per the advertised qualification of the post
- Total Number of Questions: 200
- Total Time Allotted: 3 hours
Paper-wise Break-up
| Paper | Subject | No. of Questions | Time Allotted | Maximum Marks | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Mental Ability Test | 50 | 1 hour | 100 (2 marks per correct answer) | No negative marking |
| Paper II | General Awareness | 25 | 30 minutes (combined) | 75 (3 marks per correct answer) | 1 negative mark per wrong answer |
| Paper II | English Language | 25 | 75 (3 marks per correct answer) | 1 negative mark per wrong answer | |
| Paper III | Concerned Subject (Civil Engineering) | 100 | 90 minutes | 300 (3 marks per correct answer) | 1 negative mark per wrong answer |
The Mental Ability Test in Paper I is designed to include General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, Problem Solving, and Situational Judgement.
How to Download the Admit Card
Since applications for this post were already invited under the 2021 advertisement, this notification only covers admit card release for already-shortlisted candidates. Steps to download the admit card:
- Visit the official CSIR-CMC careers page: https://www.csircmc.res.in/careers
- Look for the Admit Card link, which will be available from 10 August 2026.
- Download the admit card well in time before the exam date and read the instructions carefully.
- In case of any issue while downloading the admit card, email [email protected] along with the application number.
Important Instructions
- Shortlisted candidates should download their admit card as soon as it becomes available and carefully go through the instructions mentioned on it.
- Any admit card download issues should be reported via email to [email protected] with the application number.
- All candidates appearing for the Trade Test and Competitive Written Examination must make their own travel and accommodation arrangements. CSIR-CMC will not bear any travel or accommodation expenses.
- Outstation candidates are advised to plan their travel to Chennai well in advance.
- Candidates may visit the exam venue before the scheduled test date for their convenience.
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