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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
| Company Name | Council of Scientific and Industrial Research - Central Drug Research Institute (CSIR-CDRI) |
| Post Name | Hindi Officer (Post Code - A) and Multi Tasking Staff (Post Code - B) |
| No of Posts | 05 |
| Last Date | 16 February 2026 (05:30 PM) |
| Official Website | cdri.res.in |
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.
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Salary (Approx. Gross) | Project |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindi Officer (Post Code - A) | Not specified (Total 5 posts) | ₹97,452/- | N/A |
| Multi Tasking Staff (Post Code - B) | Not specified (Total 5 posts) | ₹35,393/- | N/A |
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 Step-by-Step
- 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).