CSIR CDRI Hindi Officer, Multi Tasking Staff Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 5 Posts

CSIR CDRI Hindi Officer, Multi Tasking Staff Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 5 Posts

CSIR Central Drug Research Institute (CSIR CDRI) has announced a recruitment drive for skilled and eligible candidates. They are inviting online applications for 05 posts, including Hindi Officer and Multi Tasking Staff. Don't miss this opportunity to join a prestigious research institution; the last date to apply online is February 16, 2026.

CSIR CDRI Recruitment 2026 Overview

Vacancy Details

CSIR CDRI has announced a total of 05 vacancies. The advertisement does not specify the exact number of posts or category-wise breakup for Hindi Officer or Multi Tasking Staff individually. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification for any further breakdown if available.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Hindi Officer (Post Code - A)

• Essential Qualification:
  • Master's degree from a recognized university in Hindi with English as a compulsory/optional subject at graduation level (or equivalent combinations where Hindi/English is medium/compulsory/optional at graduation/post-graduation).
  • Plus 3 years of experience in terminology work (translation of technical/scientific literature English ↔ Hindi) or teaching/research in Hindi/English in Central/State Govt, Autonomous bodies, Universities, or recognized institutions.
• Experience: 3 years relevant experience as mentioned in essential qualification.
• Desirable: Experience in conducting Hindi classes/workshops; administrative experience.

Eligibility for Multi Tasking Staff (Post Code - B)

• Essential Qualification: Matriculation (10th) or equivalent pass OR ITI pass (specific requirements may apply as per post).
• Experience: None specified.
• Desirable: Intermediate (12th) pass.

Age Limit (as on 16 February 2026)

• Hindi Officer: Not exceeding 35 years.
• Multi Tasking Staff: Not exceeding 25 years.

Age Relaxation:

• SC/ST: 5 years (where posts reserved).
• OBC: 3 years (where posts reserved).
• PwBD (UR): 10 years; PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years; PwBD (OBC): 13 years.
• Ex-Servicemen: Service rendered + 3 years.
• Widows/Divorced women/judicially separated women (not remarried): Up to 35 years (higher for reserved categories).
• CSIR/Govt employees: Up to 40 years (general); 45 years (SC/ST).
• Other relaxations as per GoI/DoPT/CSIR rules.
• Minimum age to apply: 18 years.

Application Fee

• Unreserved (UR), EWS, OBC: ₹500/- (online via Debit/Credit Card/Net Banking).
• Women / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / CSIR Departmental Candidates: Exempted (Nil).

Selection Process

For Hindi Officer:

• Written Examination (Objective, 300 marks, 2 hours, Hindi medium, 1/3 negative marking for wrong answers) + Interview (100 marks).
• Weightage: 75:25 (Written:Interview).
• Top 12 unreserved candidates (minimum 50% in written) called for interview in Lucknow.
• Syllabus: Official Language Policy, Constitutional provisions, Presidential Orders-1960, Rajbhasha Sankalp-1968, Hindi literature/history/development, grammar/spelling, translation (Hindi↔English, technical/scientific), IT tools in Hindi, e-Governance in Hindi, general knowledge related to Hindi.

For Multi Tasking Staff:

• Trade Test (qualifying).
• Competitive Written Examination (CWE) – OMR/CBT based, objective, 150 questions, 450 marks (3 marks per correct), 2 hours, Class X level, bilingual (except English section), 1 mark negative for wrong answers.
• Subjects for CWE:
  • General Intelligence & Reasoning: 25 questions (75 marks)
  • Numerical Aptitude: 25 questions (75 marks)
  • General Awareness: 50 questions (150 marks)
  • English Language: 50 questions (150 marks)
• Final merit list based on CWE marks.

How to Apply

• Apply online only via the official website link provided in the advertisement (cdri.res.in).
• Fill the application form, upload required documents, and pay the fee (if applicable) online.
• Submit the application before the deadline and keep a printout for future reference.

Important Links

Important Links:

Apply Online: Click here

Official Notification PDF: Click here

Official Website: Click here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Q1: What is the total number of vacancies in CSIR CDRI Recruitment 2026?
  A1: There are a total of 05 vacancies for Hindi Officer and Multi Tasking Staff posts.
• Q2: What is the last date to apply for CSIR CDRI Hindi Officer & MTS posts?
  A2: The last date for online application submission is February 16, 2026, 05:30 PM.
• Q3: What are the essential qualifications for the Hindi Officer post?
  A3: A Master's degree in Hindi/English with specific conditions, plus 3 years of relevant experience in terminology work or teaching/research.
• Q4: Is there an application fee for all candidates?
  A4: No, the application fee is ₹500/- for UR, EWS, and OBC candidates. Women, SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and CSIR Departmental Candidates are exempted.
• Q5: What is the selection process for Multi Tasking Staff?
  A5: The selection process for Multi Tasking Staff involves a qualifying Trade Test followed by a Competitive Written Examination (CWE).