The official notification for CSIR-IICB MTS Recruitment 2026 has been released by CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Biology. This recruitment drive aims to fill 08 vacancies for the post of MTS. Eligible candidates can apply from 05-03-2026 to 04-04-2026. Below are complete details including eligibility criteria, application fee, selection process, salary, and how to apply.
CSIR-IICB MTS Recruitment 2026 – Complete Overview
- Organization: CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Biology
- Post Name: Multi Tasking Staff
- Advertisement No.: R & C / 6 1 5 /2026
- Total Vacancies: 08
- Application Mode: Online only
- Application Start Date: 05-03-2026
- Last Date to Apply: 04-04-2026
- Exam Date: To Be Announced
- Job Location: Kolkata
- Official Website: https://www.csir.res.in
Important Dates – CSIR-IICB MTS Recruitment 2026
- Application Start Date: 05-03-2026
- Last Date to Apply: 04-04-2026
- Exam Date: To Be Announced
- Admit Card Release: To Be Announced
- Result Declaration: To Be Announced
Vacancy Details – CSIR-IICB MTS Recruitment 2026
A total of 08 vacancies have been announced. The distribution is as follows:
Post-wise Breakdown
- Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS): 08 (Including 01 PwBD- Blindness and Low Vision, 01 Ex-Serviceman) vacancies
Category-wise Distribution
- UR: 05 vacancies
- SC: 01 vacancies
- OBC-NCL: 01 vacancies
- EWS: 01 vacancies
Eligibility Criteria – CSIR-IICB MTS Recruitment 2026
- Educational Qualification: Matriculation or equivalent pass (12th Class Pass)
- Age Limit: 18 to 25 years
- Age Relaxation: SC: 05 Years, OBC-NCL: 03 Years, PwBD: 10 Years, PwBD (SC): 15 Years, PwBD (OBC-NCL): 13 Years, Ex-Servicemen: 3 years after deduction of actual military service rendered from the actual age as on the closing date.
- Domicile: Citizen of India
- • Applicants working in Government Departments on a regular/permanent post must upload a ‘No Objection Certificate (NOC)’ from their employer.
- • Candidates claiming equivalent qualification must produce order/letter from the Authority with number and date.
- • If any document/certificate is in a language other than Hindi or English, a duly attested transcript is to be submitted.
Application Fee – CSIR-IICB MTS Recruitment 2026
- General / Unreserved: 500
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 500
- Scheduled Caste (SC): NIL
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): NIL
- Persons with Disability (PwD): NIL
- Female Candidates: NIL
Payment Modes: Online (SBI Collect)
Salary & Pay Scale – CSIR-IICB MTS Recruitment 2026
- Pay Scale: Rs. 18000 – 56900
- Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA)
- Approximate CTC: Posts carry usual allowance and benefits such as reimbursement of Medical Expenses, Leave Travel Concession, House Building Advance etc. New Pension System applicable w. e. f. 01.01.2004.
Selection Process – CSIR-IICB MTS Recruitment 2026
- Stage 1: Written Examination
Exam Pattern
OMR based or Computer Based Objective type multiple Choice Examination. Questions will be set in English and Hindi (except English language questions). Standard of Exam: Class X. Total No. of Questions: 150. Total time allotted: 2 hours. Subjects: General Intelligence (25 questions, 75 marks), Quantitative Aptitude (25 questions, 75 marks), General Awareness (50 questions, 150 marks), English Language (50 questions, 150 marks). Negative Marks: One negative mark for every wrong answer (three mark…
Documents Required – CSIR-IICB MTS Recruitment 2026
Candidates must keep the following documents ready:
- Printed copy of State Bank Collect e-receipt/Transaction reference for the application fee of Rs.500/- (wherever applicable)
- Latest passport size colour photograph
- Signature of the candidate
- Copy of SSC/10th Standard or equivalent marksheet/certificate indicating date of birth or School leaving certificate
- Copy of Gazette Notification/Affidavit from appropriate authority in support of change of name/mismatch in name (if applicable)
- Copy of educational certificate(s) and/or marksheet(s) supporting the essential qualifications and any higher qualifications
- Copy of relevant experience certificate(s), if any
- Copy of Scheduled Caste/ Scheduled Tribe/Other Backward Class (Non-Creamy Layer)/Economically Weaker Section/PwBD certificate(s) in the prescribed Government of India (GoI) format (if applicable)
- Copy of the ‘Form of Declaration’ from OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates
- Copy of the ‘No Objection Certificate’ (NOC) from the employer for candidates currently working as regular/permanent employees in CSIR/Government Organizations/ Autonomous Bodies / Statutory Bodies/ Universities/ PSUs etc.
- Any other relevant certificates in support of the claim(s) made in the application, as applicable
How to Apply – CSIR-IICB MTS Recruitment 2026
- Step 1: Visit the official website https://iicb.res.in/ to apply online.
- Step 2: Register online with his/her email-id and password.
- Step 3: Login using credentials and fill up primary registration details. Verify/edit primary details.
- Step 4: Select the post code(s) and apply for the post(s) he/she is eligible for.
- Step 5: Fill up Educational & employment details and upload all the relevant certificates.
- Step 6: Pay application fees of Rs. 500/- (wherever applicable) through SBI Collect portal (https://onlinesbi.sbi.bank.in/sbicollect/icollecthome.htm?corpID=377320) and upload the e-receipt/challan.
- Step 7: Upload all the relevant supporting documents and submit the online application form.
- Step 8: Take printout of the application form for own records (not required to be sent to CSIR-IICB).
Important Instructions – CSIR-IICB MTS Recruitment 2026
- Applicants must be citizens of India.
- Applicants must fulfil the essential requirements of the post and other conditions stipulated in the advertisement as on the last date of online applications.
- Merely fulfilling the minimum prescribed qualifications and experience will not vest a right in a candidate for being called for Written Test and Proficiency / Skill Test or appointment.
- Incomplete applications and lack of required certificates / documents are liable to be rejected.
- Any declaration given or information furnished proved to be false or wilfully suppressed material information will lead to cancellation of candidature at any stage and/or removal from service.
- The date for determining the upper age limit, qualification and / or experience shall be the closing date prescribed for online application.
- Canvassing in any form and / or bringing any influence political of otherwise will be treated as a disqualification for the post.
- All subsequent information / notification / corrigendum / addendum regarding this recruitment drive will be hosted on the Institute’s website i.e. https://iicb.res.in/.
- Before issue of offer of appointment, all candidates are required to produce Original Documents submitted along with online application for Document Verification.
- No interim enquiry or correspondence will be entertained.
- Mobile phones, calculators or any electronic devices are strictly prohibited at the examination venue.
- Not more than one application should be submitted by any candidate; in case of multiple applications, only the latest valid application will be retained and fees for others forfeited.
- Candidates are advised to submit online applications much before the closing date to avoid last-minute issues.
- Candidates reporting late after the gate closing time for Examination will not be permitted.
- Candidates must produce original valid photo identity proof along with admit card for identity verification at the examination hall. Mismatch in name or identity doubt will lead to non-permission to appear for exam.
- Candidates found guilty of using unfair means, impersonating, misbehaving, or suppressing material information will be disqualified and liable to criminal prosecution.
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Important Links – CSIR-IICB MTS Recruitment 2026
- Apply Online: https://iicb.res.in/
- Official Website: https://www.csir.res.in
- Download Notification: Download PDF
About CSIR-IICB
The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is an autonomous body and India’s largest research and development organization, operating under the Ministry of Science and Technology. It comprises 38 national laboratories across the country.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for CSIR-IICB MTS Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply is 04-04-2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are available for MTS?
A total of 08 vacancies have been announced.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required?
Matriculation or equivalent pass (12th Class Pass)
Q4. What is the age limit?
18 to 25 years.
Q5. What is the application fee for General category?
500
Q6. What is the selection process?
Written Examination