Dictation: 10 minutes at 80 w.p.m in English or Hindi (as opted). Transcription: English 50 mins (scribe: 70); Hindi 65 mins (scribe: 90).
Competitive written exam
Single paper with 3 parts (GI & Reasoning, GA, English). Final merit list based on written exam performance; only candidates who qualify the stenography test are considered.
Tie-breaking
Lesser negative marks → older age → earlier acquisition of minimum qualification → alphabetical order of first name.
Order of tests
Sequence (stenography vs written) decided by Selection Committee; check CSIR-NML website for schedule.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit online applications is 31 December 2025 (23:00 hours IST).
2 How many vacancies are available?
There are 05 Junior Stenographer posts [UR: 02; EWS: 01; SC: 01; ST: 01].
3 Which organisation is conducting this recruitment?
CSIR–National Metallurgical Laboratory (NML), Jamshedpur, under the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research.
4 What is the pay scale?
Level-4 of Pay Matrix (₹25,500–81,100) with approx. emoluments of ₹48,000 per month.
5 What is the maximum age limit?
The upper age limit is 27 years, with relaxations for SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, and other categories.
6 What are the essential qualifications?
10+2/XII or equivalent and proficiency in stenography as per DoPT norms.
7 What is the selection process?
Selection is based on a Competitive Written Examination and a qualifying Proficiency Test in Stenography.
8 What is the exam pattern?
One paper with 200 questions: GI & Reasoning (50), GA (50), English Language & Comprehension (100). Negative marking: –0.25 per wrong answer.
9 What is the stenography skill test requirement?
Dictation at 80 w.p.m for 10 minutes in English/Hindi; transcription time: English 50 mins, Hindi 65 mins.
10 Where is the job location?
Primary posting at CSIR-NML, Jamshedpur; may be posted to any CSIR Lab/Institute in India.
11 How can candidates apply?
Apply online only via CSIR-NML portal (https://itapps.nmlindia.org/JRSTNG/) between 01–31 December 2025.
12 Is there any application fee?
₹500 for UR/OBC/EWS; exempted for SC/ST, PwBD, women, CSIR employees, and eligible ex-servicemen.
