TIFR Balloon Facility Recruitment 2026 — 3 Posts

The Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) Balloon Facility, Hyderabad is hiring for 3 posts — 2 Scientific Assistant-B and 1 Driver-B. If you have a Diploma/B.Sc in Electronics (for Scientific Assistant) or have passed SSC with a heavy vehicle driving licence (for Driver), you can apply by post. The last date to reach your application is 9 July 2026. The monthly pay ranges from Rs. 39,970 to Rs. 73,020 depending on the post.

TIFR Balloon Facility (Advt. No. 02/2026) Recruitment 2026 - 3 Posts

The Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) Balloon Facility, Hyderabad — a national centre of the Government of India for nuclear science and mathematics — has released Advertisement No. 02/2026 for 3 posts. These include 2 Scientific Assistant-B posts (one EWS, one Unreserved) and 1 Driver-B post (Unreserved). The posts are based at the Balloon Facility in Hyderabad and selected candidates may be involved in balloon flights and scientific instrumentation work.

Vacancy Breakdown

SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD candidates can also apply for the unreserved posts.

Who Can Apply?

Scientific Assistant-B (Pay Level 6)

• Full-time Diploma in Engineering in Electronics / Electronics & Communication / Electronics & Instrumentation / Industrial Electronics with at least 60% marks, OR
• Full-time B.Sc in Electronics from a recognised university/institute with at least 60% marks.
• Knowledge of personal computers and their applications.
• 0-2 years' experience in the relevant field.
• Desirable: good communication skills, telecommunication engineering experience, programming in C/C++/Python, and knowledge of PCB designing, microcontrollers and FPGA.

Driver-B (Pay Level 2)

• SSC (10th) or equivalent from a Central/State board.
• Valid licence for driving heavy vehicles such as trucks/buses and towing trailers.
• Minimum 3 years of accident-free experience driving heavy/passenger motor vehicles in large cities.
• Desirable: minor repair and troubleshooting skills, First Aid certificate, and knowledge of the local language.

Age Limit

• Scientific Assistant-B: Maximum 28 years.
• Driver-B: Maximum 30 years.
• Age is counted as on 1 January 2026.
• Age Relaxation: As per Government of India rules for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen.

Salary

• Scientific Assistant-B: Pay Level 6, total monthly emoluments Rs. 73,020.
• Driver-B: Pay Level 2, total monthly emoluments Rs. 39,970.
• Selected candidates will be covered under the National Pension System (NPS).

Physical Standards (Driver-B only)

For Male Candidates

• Height: not less than 165 cm
• Chest: 80-85 cm
• Weight: as per medical standards for height and age
• Eyesight: minimum vision 6/6, naked-eye vision 6/9 for both eyes, with colour recognition

For Female Candidates

• Height: not less than 157 cm
• Weight: as per medical standards for height and age
• Eyesight: minimum vision 6/6, naked-eye vision 6/9 for both eyes, with colour recognition

Selection Process

1. Scientific Assistant-B: Written test and personal interview, or personal interview only.
2. Driver-B: Physical test and trade test.

The Institute may restrict the number of candidates called for the recruitment process based on qualifications and experience higher than the minimum prescribed.

How to Apply

1. Download the advertisement and application format from tifr.res.in/~bf/careers.html.
2. Fill in the application format with copies of all relevant certificates and testimonials.
3. Government/PSU employees must apply through proper channel (or send an advance copy with an NOC).
4. Write on the envelope the Post Applied For, Advertisement Number and Serial Number of the post.
5. Send your application by post so it reaches Scientist-in-Charge, Balloon Facility, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, P.B. No.5, ECIL Post, Hyderabad – 500 062, Telangana by 9 July 2026.

Important Dates

• Last Date to Reach Application (by post): 9 July 2026
• Age Reference Date: 1 January 2026
• Written Test / Interview Date: To be announced

• Work in the Control Instrumentation Group at the Balloon Facility
• Assist the instrumentation group in scientific and technical activities
• Handle communication systems, instrumentation and electronics tasks
• Participate in balloon flights as required
• Drive heavy and passenger vehicles safely (Driver-B)
• Carry out daily upkeep and minor repairs of vehicles (Driver-B)
• Maintain log books and follow traffic rules during outstation duties