CSIR-NIIST Multi Tasking Staff Recruitment 2026

About This Job

CSIR-NIIST Thiruvananthapuram is hiring 2 Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) posts on a permanent basis under Advertisement No. 01/2026. If you have passed 10th class (Matriculation), you can apply online. The last date to apply is 15 June 2026 at 5.30 PM. Salary is Pay Level 1 (Rs. 18,000 to Rs. 56,900 per month) plus allowances.

CSIR-NIIST Multi Tasking Staff Recruitment 2026 - 2 Posts

The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (CSIR-NIIST), Thiruvananthapuram has released a recruitment notification for filling up 2 Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) posts under the Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India. This is a permanent Group C central government job at one of India's top CSIR laboratories. Freshers with 10th pass qualification can apply online — no experience needed.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: You must have passed 10th Class (Matriculation) or equivalent from a recognised Board.
• Nationality: You must be an Indian National.
• Experience: No prior experience required — freshers are welcome.

Age Limit

• You should not be more than 25 years old as on the closing date of online application (as per standard CSIR MTS norms).
• Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (NCL), 10 years for PwBD (15 for SC/ST PwBD, 13 for OBC PwBD), and as per Government of India rules for Ex-Servicemen and other reserved categories. Confirm exact details in the detailed advertisement on the CSIR-NIIST website.

Salary

• Selected candidates will get a salary in Pay Level 1 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
• The pay range is Rs. 18,000 to Rs. 56,900 per month.
• You will also get DA, HRA, Transport Allowance and other allowances as per Central Government rules.

Selection Process

Selection for the Multi Tasking Staff post will be done in the following stages:

1. Online Application Screening: All applications received within the due date will be screened as per eligibility criteria.
2. Competitive Written Examination: Shortlisted candidates will appear for an objective-type written test as per CSIR norms.
3. Document Verification: Candidates qualifying the written exam will be called for verification of original documents.
4. Medical Examination: Final selection will be subject to fitness in a medical examination as per CSIR rules.

How to Apply

1. Go to the CSIR-NIIST careers page at niist.res.in.
2. Click on the link for "Recruitment of Multi-Tasking Staff (Advt No. 01/2026)".
3. Register yourself on the online recruitment portal with your name and email ID.
4. Login with the credentials sent to your email and fill in the online application form.
5. Upload your photograph, signature and required documents.
6. Pay the application fee online if applicable (as per the detailed advertisement on the CSIR-NIIST website).
7. Submit the application before 15 June 2026 at 5.30 PM and take a printout for your records.

Important Dates

• Advertisement Number: 01/2026
• Online Application Start: 16 May 2026 (9.00 AM)
• Last Date to Apply Online: 15 June 2026 (5.30 PM)
• Written Exam Date: To be announced
• Admit Card Date: To be announced

• Handle physical maintenance of records of the section
• Carry out general cleanliness and upkeep of the section or unit
• Carry files and other papers within the building
• Handle photocopying and FAX work
• Assist in routine office work like diary, dispatch, and delivery of documents
• Perform watch and ward duties when assigned by the section
• Handle other non-clerical duties as assigned by the supervisor