CSIR NIO Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 14 Apprentice Posts

CSIR NIO Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 14 Apprentice Posts

CSIR National Institute of Oceanography (CSIR-NIO) has invited applications for the recruitment of Technician and Graduate Apprentices for the year 2026. Candidates with Diploma, B.Sc, or Graduation degrees can attend the walk-in interview scheduled for 22 January 2026. This is a great opportunity to work with a premier scientific research organization.

CSIR-NIO Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview

Vacancy Details

Technician Apprenticeship (Diploma)

Graduate (Non-Engineering Degree) Apprenticeship

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Technician Apprentices (Civil Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering)

• Essential: Three Years full time Diploma in Engineering/Technology in relevant discipline granted by a State Council or Board of Technical Education. Candidates who have passed the qualifying exam in 2022/2023/2024/2025 are only eligible.
• Experience: Candidates should not have experience of one year or more in any job.
• Other Requirements: Candidates must register in the Apprenticeship Portal and quote enrollment number. Candidates should not have undergone or presently undergoing Apprenticeship Training in CSIR or elsewhere. Sandwich diplomas, private diploma, part time/Distance/short term/certificate courses etc., are not acceptable.

Eligibility for Graduate Apprentices (Non-Engineering Graduate - Oceanography, General Administration)

• Essential: Full Time Graduate degree (Non-Engineering) in relevant discipline granted by a recognized University/Institutions. Candidates who have passed the qualifying exam in 2022/2023/2024/2025 are only eligible.
• Experience: Candidates should not have experience of one year or more in any job.
• Other Requirements: Candidates must register in the Apprenticeship Portal and quote enrollment number. Candidates should not have undergone or presently undergoing Apprenticeship Training in CSIR or elsewhere. Sandwich diplomas, private diploma, part time/Distance/short term/certificate courses etc., are not acceptable.

Age Limit

• Technician/Diploma: Minimum 18 years and maximum 24 years
• Graduate/Degree: Minimum 21 years and maximum 26 years
• Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (NCL), up to 10 years for PwBD (additional relaxation for SC/ST/OBC as applicable). Upper age limit relaxable for Ex-Servicemen as per extant rules.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 07 January 2026
• Walk-in Interview Date: 22 January 2026 (Thursday)
• Reporting Time: 9.00 AM (No entry after 10:00 AM)

Selection Process

• Walk-in-interview
• If number of candidates are more, the Selection Committee shall adopt its own criteria and shortlist the candidates proportionate to the available vacancies.
• Original documents verification at the time of walk-in-interview

How to Apply

• Register as Graduate (Degree)/ Technician (Diploma) Apprentices online at https://nats.education.gov.in/ and obtain Unique Student Enrolment ID (mandatory).
• Appear for walk-in-interview on 22 January 2026 at CSIR-NIO Regional Centre, Kochi with filled application form (available in advertisement/website), original certificates, one set of self-attested photocopies, proof of DoB, Aadhaar Card, passport size photograph.
• Submit all required documents; failure to do so will result in candidature not being considered.

Important Links

Important Links:

Official Notification PDF: Click here

Official Website: Click here

Apprenticeship Portal Registration: Click here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Q: What is the last date to apply for CSIR NIO Recruitment 2026?
  A: The walk-in interview is scheduled for 22 January 2026. Candidates must report by 9:00 AM.
• Q: What is the age limit for CSIR NIO Apprentice posts?
  A: For Technician Apprentices (Diploma), the age limit is 18-24 years. For Graduate Apprentices (Degree), it is 21-26 years. Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.
• Q: What is the salary for CSIR NIO Apprentices?
  A: Technician Apprentices will receive Rs. 8,000/- per month, while Graduate Apprentices will receive Rs. 9,000/- per month.
• Q: Is registration on the Apprenticeship Portal mandatory?
  A: Yes, candidates must register on https://nats.education.gov.in/ and obtain a Unique Student Enrolment ID.
• Q: Will TA/DA be provided for the interview?
  A: No, TA/DA will not be provided for attending the interview.