Fluid Control Research Institute (FCRI), an ISO 9001:2015 certified premier research institute under the Ministry of Heavy Industries, Government of India, has invited online applications for direct recruitment to 19 posts of Research Engineer and Junior Research Engineer. Applications are invited from Indian Nationals holding engineering degrees in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, or Instrumentation disciplines. Online applications can be submitted at www.fcriindia.com/career from July 24, 2026 to August 24, 2026.
FCRI Research Engineer & Junior Research Engineer Notification 2026 PDF Out
The official notification (No. FCRI/P&A/2026-27/Scientific Staff-001/RE-JRE) was issued on July 22, 2026, by Fluid Control Research Institute, Kanjikode West, Palakkad, Kerala – 678623. FCRI specializes in fluid flow measurement and control, offering scientific services, testing and calibration, research and development, training, and consultancy. Candidates are strongly advised to refer to the detailed notification on the official website for full information, including post codes, specialization-wise experience criteria, and the complete written test syllabus, before applying.
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FCRI Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Fluid Control Research Institute (FCRI), Ministry of Heavy Industries, Government of India |
| Notification No. | FCRI/P&A/2026-27/Scientific Staff-001/RE-JRE |
| Posts | Research Engineer (RE), Junior Research Engineer (JRE) |
| Total Vacancies | 19 |
| Location | Kanjikode West, Palakkad, Kerala; selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India |
| Pay Level (RE) | Level 10, 7th CPC Pay Matrix (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500); minimum gross pay around ₹1,01,130 |
| Pay Level (JRE) | Level 8, 7th CPC Pay Matrix (₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100); minimum gross pay around ₹83,800 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 24.07.2026 |
| Application Last Date | 24.08.2026 |
| Official Website | www.fcriindia.com/career |
FCRI Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 22.07.2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 24.07.2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 24.08.2026 |
| Last Date to Upload Final Marksheet/Degree Certificate (JRE candidates awaiting results) | 31.08.2026 |
| Age Reckoning Date | As on the closing date of application (24.08.2026) |
| Written Test Date (JRE only) | Not specified in the notification |
| Interview Date | Not specified in the notification |
FCRI Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
A total of 19 Vacancies - 4 for Research Engineer and 15 for Junior Research Engineer across Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, and Instrumentation disciplines.
| S. No. | Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Research Engineer – Mechanical (Multiphase Flow / CFD–Thermal & Fluid Engineering / Valves–Thermal & Fluid Engineering / Fluid Flow Research) | 4 (UR-2, OBC-1, SC-1) |
| 2 | Junior Research Engineer – Mechanical Engineering | 8 (UR-4, OBC-2, SC-1, ST-1) |
| 3 | Junior Research Engineer – Civil Engineering | 2 (UR-1, SC-1) |
| 4 | Junior Research Engineer – Electrical / Electrical & Electronics Engineering | 1 (UR-1) |
| 5 | Junior Research Engineer – Instrumentation / Applied Electronics & Instrumentation / Instrumentation & Control / Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering | 4 (UR-2, OBC-1, EWS-1) |
| Total | 19 | |
Research Engineer – Post Codes by Specialization
| Post Code | Specialization |
|---|---|
| RE-ME-MPF-001 | Mechanical – Multiphase Flow |
| RE-ME-CFD-002 | Mechanical – CFD / Thermal & Fluid Engineering |
| RE-ME-VTF-003 | Mechanical – Valves / Thermal & Fluid Engineering |
| RE-ME-FFR-004 | Mechanical – Fluid Flow Research |
Junior Research Engineer – Post Codes by Discipline
| Post Code | Discipline |
|---|---|
| JRE-ME-001 | Mechanical Engineering |
| JRE-CE-002 | Civil Engineering |
| JRE-EE-003 | Electrical Engineering / Electrical & Electronics Engineering |
| JRE-IN-004 | Instrumentation Engineering / Applied Electronics & Instrumentation / Instrumentation & Control Engineering / Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering |
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FCRI Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification – Research Engineer
- B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering with 5 years of relevant experience in the specific specialization applied for; OR
- M.E./M.Tech. or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering (with relevant specialization) and 3 years of relevant experience.
- Minimum 65% marks in the qualifying degree (60% for SC/ST category candidates applying against reserved posts).
- The Bachelor's/Master's degree must be a full-time regular course from a UGC-recognized Indian University, UGC-recognized Deemed University, or AICTE-approved course from an autonomous Indian institution.
- Desirable qualification for the Fluid Flow Research specialization: Ph.D.
- Detailed specialization-specific experience requirements (e.g., two-phase/multi-phase flow research, CFD in thermal and fluids engineering, design and testing of valves, fluid flow research) are given in the detailed notification at www.fcriindia.com.
Educational Qualification – Junior Research Engineer
- B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical/Electrical & Electronics, or Instrumentation-related Engineering, as per the post code applied for.
- Minimum 65% marks in the qualifying degree (60% for SC/ST category candidates applying against reserved posts).
- Freshers may apply for the post of Junior Research Engineer; no prior work experience is required.
- Candidates awaiting final results of their qualifying degree may also apply, provided they upload final marksheets and degree certificates on or before 31.08.2026, along with an online undertaking; failure to do so will result in automatic cancellation of candidature.
- The Bachelor's degree must be a full-time regular 4-year programme after 10+2, or a lateral-entry 3-year programme after a Diploma in the relevant discipline, from a UGC/AICTE-recognized institution.
Age Limit (as on 24.08.2026, the closing date of application)
| Post | Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Research Engineer | Unreserved (UR) | 35 years |
| OBC | 38 years | |
| SC | 40 years | |
| Junior Research Engineer | Unreserved (UR) | 30 years |
| OBC | 33 years | |
| SC | 35 years | |
| ST | 35 years | |
| EWS | 30 years |
Age relaxation of up to 5 years is allowed for regular employees of Government, Central Autonomous Bodies, or Public Sector Undertakings, subject to the candidate remaining a regular employee in the government sector until the date of joining FCRI, if shortlisted.
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FCRI Recruitment 2026 Salary Structure
| Post | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Minimum Basic Pay | Approximate Minimum Gross Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research Engineer | Level 10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) | ₹56,100 | Around ₹1,01,130 |
| Junior Research Engineer | Level 8 (₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100) | ₹47,600 | Around ₹83,800 |
Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, and Transport Allowance are admissible on the Basic Pay at prevailing rates. Employees are also entitled to National Pension System (NPS), gratuity, medical reimbursement, travelling/daily allowance on tours, and leave benefits, as per Institute policy.
FCRI Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee (per post) |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1,180/- (₹1,000/- + 18% GST) |
| Women, SC/ST, and PwBD candidates | No fee |
Payment must be made only through the online payment gateway on the application portal; no other mode of payment is accepted.
FCRI Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Selection is conducted in three stages:
- Screening of Applications: Applications are screened based on educational qualifications, experience criteria (where applicable), age, and payment of the application fee. Provisionally qualified candidates are notified via the Institute website.
- Written Test (Junior Research Engineer only): An online, bilingual (Hindi/English) Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) test is held at test centres in Coimbatore and/or Kochi (subject to availability based on the number of shortlisted candidates).
- Number of Questions: 100; Duration: 120 minutes
- Maximum Marks: 400
- Marking Scheme: +4 for each correct answer, -1 for each incorrect answer, 0 for unattempted questions
- Personal Interview: Provisionally shortlisted candidates are called for interview only after completing document verification, where all original documents (age, identity, qualification, marks, experience, reservation category, etc.) must be produced. Interviews are conducted at FCRI, Palakkad, Kerala, or another city approved by the competent authority.
Final selection: For Junior Research Engineer, the final rank list is based on a weightage of 80% written test marks and 20% interview marks. For Research Engineer, selection is based on the Interview, though FCRI reserves the right to include additional assessment stages if needed. No TA/DA is payable for attending the test or interview.
FCRI Exam Syllabus Overview for Junior Research Engineer (Written Test)
| Part | No. of Questions | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Part-A | 15 | Reasoning & Numerical Ability (common to all disciplines) |
| Part-B | 15 | Probability, Statistics & Numerical Methods (6); Data Science & Programming (4); Measurement Principles (5) – common to all disciplines |
| Part-C | 70 | Core subjects specific to the candidate's engineering discipline (Mechanical, Instrumentation, Electrical, or Civil, as applicable) |
The full, detailed subject-wise syllabus for Part-C (covering core topics such as Fluid Mechanics, Machine Design, Control Systems, Power Systems, Structural Analysis, Soil Mechanics, and other discipline-specific subjects) is provided in Annexure-A of the official notification, available at www.fcriindia.com.
Documents Required for FCRI Recruitment 2026
- Passport-size photograph (JPG format)
- Scanned copy of signature (JPG format)
- Reservation category certificate in the prescribed proforma (SC/ST, OBC-NCL, or EWS, as applicable)
- Certificates for Class X, Class XII, Bachelor's Degree, and Post Graduate Degree (if applicable)
- Mark sheets for B.E./B.Tech. and M.E./M.Tech. (as applicable)
- Experience certificate(s) from employer(s) in the prescribed Annexure-B proforma (mandatory for Research Engineer applicants; multiple certificates should be combined into a single PDF)
- Details of research experience, including published papers, for relevant Research Engineer post codes
- Class X / SSLC certificate, as proof of age
- A valid Photo-ID card (Aadhaar Card, Indian Passport, or Election Commission ID Card)
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from present employer, for candidates working in Government/Autonomous Bodies/Research Institutes/PSUs (with vigilance clearance and APAR copies to be submitted at the document verification stage, if shortlisted)
How to Apply Online for FCRI Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official website: www.fcriindia.com/career
- Read the detailed notification carefully and note the correct post code applicable to your qualification and specialization.
- Register on the application portal and fill in personal, educational, and category-related details accurately.
- Upload scanned copies of the photograph, signature, category certificate (if applicable), educational and experience certificates, mark sheets, and other documents as specified in the checklist.
- Pay the applicable application fee of ₹1,180/- online (fee is waived for Women, SC/ST, and PwBD candidates).
- Submit only one application; tick only the post for which you are eligible. Submitting multiple applications will result in rejection of candidature.
- Review all entries carefully before final submission and keep the confirmation for future reference.
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Important Instructions for Candidates
- Only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply.
- Furnishing wrong, false, tampered, or incomplete information will lead to disqualification at any stage of the selection process, including after appointment.
- SC/ST category candidates applying against Unreserved (General) posts will be considered only under the general standard of merit, with no relaxation in the minimum qualifying percentage of marks.
- Where CGPA/OGPA/CPI or letter grades are awarded, candidates must upload an equivalence certificate from their University/Institute and produce the original at the document verification stage.
- No correspondence will be entertained regarding non-selection for interview or test/interview outcomes; candidates should regularly check the Institute website for updates.
- Any revision, clarification, addendum, or corrigendum related to this notification will be published only on the Institute website; no separate press notification will be issued.
- Requests for postponement or change of venue/location for the written test or interview will not be entertained under any circumstances.
- Selected candidates will undergo a medical examination and verification of character and antecedents; appointment will be offered only to candidates found fit.
- Misconduct such as using unfair means, impersonation, bringing electronic devices into the exam/interview venue, or canvassing will lead to disqualification and may result in debarment from future recruitment at FCRI or other Government of India organizations.
- Any dispute regarding this recruitment will be settled within the jurisdiction of Palakkad Court only.
- In case of any ambiguity between the Hindi and English versions of the notification, the English version shall prevail.
Candidates holding a Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, or Instrumentation Engineering degree can also explore more Engineering Government Jobs and Research Institute Jobs available across India. Applicants interested in similar research and scientific roles can check the latest Ministry of Heavy Industries Recruitment Notifications and Central Government Jobs 2026. Those looking for opportunities closer to Kerala can also browse Kerala Government Jobs and Palakkad Government Jobs matching their qualification.