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CDRI Recruitment 2025, 44 posts for Technician & Technical Asst, Last Date 26 Dec
Job overview – CDRI Recruitment 2025
| Designation | Total posts | Pay level | Approx emoluments (₹) | Upper age limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | 12 | Level 6 | 67,530 (Lucknow HRA included, min scale) | 28 years |
| Technician-1 | 32 | Level 2 | 36,918 (Lucknow HRA included, min scale) | 28 years |
Important dates – CDRI Recruitment 2025
| Event | Date & time (IST) |
|---|---|
| Online registration starts | 25 Nov 2025, 10:00 |
| Last date to submit application | 26 Dec 2025, 17:30 |
| Trade test & exam schedule | As notified on CSIR-CDRI website |
Vacancy details – CDRI Recruitment 2025
| Role | Areas | Reservation + backlog (summary) | Post Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | Life Sciences, Toxicology, Pharmaceutics, MPC, S&T Mgmt, KRC, SAIF, Utilities | UR, OBC, EWS, ST, PwBD (VH/OH) — per postcodes | 12 |
| Technician-1 | MPC, Refrigeration, Electrical, Civil, Animal Facility, SAIF, Photography, KRC, Ion Exchange | UR, OBC, EWS, SC, Ex-Servicemen — incl. backlog | 32 |
Age limit – CDRI Recruitment 2025
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 years |
| PwBD (UR/OBC/SC/ST) | 10 / 13 / 15 years |
| Departmental (CSIR etc.) | 5 years (as per rules) |
| Widows/Divorced/Judicially separated | Up to 35 years (SC/ST up to 40) for reserved posts |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per CSIR/GoI provisions |
Salary structure – CDRI Recruitment 2025
| Post | Pay level / scale | Approx total emoluments (₹) | City |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | Level 6 (₹35,400–1,12,400) | 67,530 | Lucknow |
| Technician-1 | Level 2 (₹19,900–63,200) | 36,918 | Lucknow |
Eligibility criteria – CDRI Recruitment 2025
| Post | Core qualification | Desirable/experience |
|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | B.Sc. (60%) in relevant subject OR Diploma with required duration + role-wise professional qualification/experience | Lab/analytical skills (e.g., NGS, LC-MS/MS, HPLC), cell culture, GLP/NABL exposure |
| Technician-1 | SSC/10th with Science (≥55%) + ITI/National/State Trade Certificate OR 2-year apprentice OR 3 years experience | Trade-specific experience (Refrigeration, Electrical, Civil, Animal Facility, SAIF, etc.) |
| General | Indian Nationals, age ≤28 years on 26 Dec 2025 | Documented equivalence for any “equivalent” qualifications |
Category-wise breakdown (summary) – CDRI Recruitment 2025
| Category | Approx posts | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| GEN (UR) | ~11 | Across both cadres |
| OBC | ~17 | Includes backlog posts |
| SC/ST | ~9 | SC primarily in Technician; ST primarily in TA |
| Other horizontal/vertical | Remaining | EWS, PwBD (VH/OH), Ex-Servicemen allocated per postcodes |
Application fee – CDRI Recruitment 2025
| Applicant | Fee | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| General & OBC (NCL) | ₹500 | Online per “Fee Payment Procedure” |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Women/CSIR Employees/Ex-Servicemen | Nil | Subject to uploading relevant category proof |
How to apply – CDRI Recruitment 2025
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Register with name, email, mobile on the online portal |
| 2 | Complete application and upload documents (photo/signature ≤50 KB; each certificate ≤1 MB) |
| 3 | Pay fee (if applicable) and click “SUBMIT” by 26 Dec 2025, 17:30 IST |
| 4 | Retain application printout; hard copy may be requested later |
Essential links – CDRI Recruitment 2025
| Link | Description |
|---|---|
| Detailed Notification (Advt 10/2025 PDF) | Full advertisement with postcodes, eligibility, exam pattern, and formats |
| Apply Online (CSIR-CDRI Application Portal) | Registration, fee payment and application submission |
| Official Website (CSIR-CDRI) | Updates, corrigendum, trade test and exam dates |
| Hiring Organisation: CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute | Sector 10, Jankipuram Extension, Sitapur Road, Lucknow–226031 |
Documents required – CDRI Recruitment 2025
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Photo & signature | Identity & authentication |
| 10th marksheet/DOB certificate or school leaving | Date of birth verification |
| Educational certificates & marksheets | Essential & higher qualification |
| Category certificates (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD) | Reservation & relaxations (prescribed GoI formats) |
| OBC-NCL declaration | Non-creamy layer compliance |
| Experience certificates | Role-wise experience (where required) |
| NOC (if applicable) | For regular employees in CSIR/Govt/Autonomous/PSUs |
| Fee e-receipt | ₹500 payment proof (where applicable) |
Exam pattern – CDRI Recruitment 2025
| Cadre | Paper | Duration | Questions / Marks | Negative marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | Paper I: Mental Ability Test | 1 hour | 50 Q / 100 marks | No negative |
| Paper II: GA + English | 30 minutes | 25+25 Q / 150 marks | −1 per wrong answer | |
| Paper III: Concerned Subject | 90 minutes | 100 Q / 300 marks | −1 per wrong answer | |
| Technician-1 | Paper I: Mental Ability Test | 1 hour | 50 Q / 100 marks | No negative |
| Paper II: GA + English | 30 minutes | 25+25 Q / 150 marks | −1 per wrong answer | |
| Paper III: Concerned Subject | 1 hour | 50 Q / 150 marks | −1 per wrong answer |
Selection procedure – CDRI Recruitment 2025
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Screening | Shortlisting based on online application data and documents |
| Trade Test | All shortlisted candidates must qualify to advance to written exam |
| Written Examination | Competitive objective test; final merit based on written exam performance |
| Tie Resolution | As per CSIR Letter No. 5-1(211)/2014-PD dated 30.05.2023 |
| Schedule & Updates | Posted only on CSIR-CDRI official website; no individual emails beyond portal communications |
Job location
| Organisation | Address | Service liability |
|---|---|---|
| CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute (CSIR-CDRI) | Sector 10, Jankipuram Extension, Sitapur Road, Lucknow–226031, India | All India Service Liability (AISL) as per CSIR norms |
Disclaimer: We strongly suggest applicants to verify the given information from credible sources such as the official website of the hiring organization. While we strive to provide accurate and timely updates, only the organization’s website should be treated as the final authority.
Frequently Asked Questions
01What is the last date to apply?
Applications close on 26 December 2025 at 5:30 PM IST.02How many vacancies are available?
There are 44 posts: 12 Technical Assistant and 32 Technician-1.03What is the pay scale?
Technical Assistant: Level 6 (~₹67,530). Technician-1: Level 2 (~₹36,918).04What is the age limit?
Upper age limit is 28 years as on 26 Dec 2025, with relaxations per category.05What is the selection process?
Screening → Trade Test → Written Examination. Final merit based on written exam.06What is the exam pattern?
Objective papers: Mental Ability, General Awareness + English, and Concerned Subject. Negative marking applies.07Is there an application fee?
₹500 for UR/OBC. Exemptions for SC/ST/PwBD/Women/CSIR Employees/Ex-Servicemen.08What are the eligibility criteria?
Technical Assistant: B.Sc./Diploma with 60% + experience. Technician-1: SSC/10th with Science + ITI/apprentice/experience.09Where is the job location?
CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India.10What documents are required?
Photo, signature, DOB proof, educational certificates, category certificates, experience certificates, NOC (if applicable).11How do I apply?
Apply online via the official portal: CSIR-CDRI Application Portal.12Where can I find the notification?
Download the detailed notification PDF: Advt 10/2025.
