CSIR NBRI Lucknow Recruitment 2025 Apply Now for 30 Technical Assistant Technician JSA Vacancies
May 3, 2025 by Monika
CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI) is recruiting for Technical Assistant, Technician (1), and Junior Secretariat Assistant (Finance & Accounts / Stores & Purchase) posts. This is a direct recruitment opportunity. There are a total of 30 vacancies across various posts. The recruitment advertisement (01/2025) was released, and the job location is Lucknow. Online applications start on 03/05/2025 and the last date to apply is 02/06/2025. Applicants must be Indian citizens.
Recruitment Overview
| Recruitment Organization | CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI) |
| Post Name | Technical Assistant, Technician (1), Junior Secretariat Assistant |
| Advt No. | 01/2025 |
| Nature of Job | Regular (Direct Recruitment) |
| Mode of Exam | OMR Based or Computer Based Objective Type Multiple Choice |
| Vacancies | 30 |
| Salary | Level 2 (Rs. 19900-63200) or Level 6 (Rs. 35400-112400) |
| Applicant Eligible From | India |
| Job Location | Lucknow |
| Category | CSIR Recruitment |
Post Details
| Post Name (Post Code) | Vacancies | Essential Qualification |
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| Technician (1) (All Trades) (T-01 to T-08) | UR-06, OBC–06, SC–03, EWS–02, PwBD–01 | - SSC/10th (Science, 55%) + ITI (relevant trade) OR
- SSC/10th (Science, 55%) + 2 yrs apprentice OR
- SSC/10th (Science, 55%) + 3 yrs work experience.
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| Junior Secretariat Assistant (Finance & Accounts, Store & Purchase) (A-01, A-02) | UR–01, SC–01 | - 10+2/XII or equivalent.
- Proficiency in computer type speed and using computer (as per DoPT norms).
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| Technical Assistant (Pharmacognosy) (TA-01012025) | UR-01 | - B.Sc. Chemistry (60%) + 1 yr relevant qualification OR
- B.Sc. Chemistry (60%) + 1 yr relevant experience.
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| Technical Assistant (Environmental Science) (TA-02012025) | UR-01 | - B.Sc. Environmental Science (60%) + 1 yr relevant qualification OR
- B.Sc. Environmental Science (60%) + 1 yr relevant experience.
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| Technical Assistant (Molecular Biology) (TA-03012025) | EWS-01 | - B.Sc. Molecular Biology/ Biotechnology (60%) + 1 yr relevant qualification OR
- B.Sc. Molecular Biology/ Biotechnology (60%) + 1 yr relevant experience.
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| Technical Assistant (Plant Breeding) (TA-04012025) | SC-01 | - B.Sc. (Ag.) (60%) + 1 yr relevant qualification OR
- B.Sc. (Ag.) (60%) + 1 yr relevant experience.
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| Technical Assistant (Agriculture / Horticulture) (TA-05012025) | UR-01, OBC-01, SC-01, PwBD-01 | - B.Sc. (Ag.)/ Horticulture (60%) + 1 yr relevant qualification OR
- B.Sc. (Ag.)/ Horticulture (60%) + 1 yr relevant experience.
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| Technical Assistant (Engineering - Electrical) (TA-06012025) | UR-01 | - Diploma Electrical Engg. (3 yrs, 60%) + 2 yrs experience OR
- Diploma Electrical Engg. (Lateral entry, 2 yrs, 60%) + 2 yrs experience.
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Age Eligibility
The maximum age limit for these posts is generally 28 years for UR/EWS candidates, 31 years for OBC NCL candidates, and 33 years for SC candidates as of 02/06/2025. Age relaxation is available as per government rules.
Exam Fee
| General, OBC, EWS | Rs. 500 |
| Women / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | Not applicable (No Fee) |
Selection Process
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Technical Assistant:
- Selection: Qualifying Trade Test -> Competitive Written Exam (Objective, OMR).
- Standard: Diploma/Graduation.
- Total Time: 3 hours.
- Paper I (Qualifying): Mental Ability (50 Qs, 100 Marks, 1 hr, No Negative Marks).
- Paper II: General Awareness (25 Qs, 75 Marks) + English (25 Qs, 75 Marks) (30 mins, 1 Negative Mark).
- Paper III: Concerned Subject (100 Qs, 300 Marks, 90 mins, 1 Negative Mark).
- Merit: Based on Paper II & III scores.
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Technician (1):
- Selection: Qualifying Trade Test -> Competitive Written Exam (Objective, OMR).
- Standard: SSC + ITI / XIIth.
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes.
- Paper I (Qualifying): Mental Ability (50 Qs, 100 Marks, 1 hr, No Negative Marks).
- Paper II: General Awareness (25 Qs, 75 Marks) + English (25 Qs, 75 Marks) (30 mins, 1 Negative Mark).
- Paper III: Concerned Subject (50 Qs, 150 Marks, 1 hr, 1 Negative Mark).
- Merit: Based on Paper II & III scores.
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Junior Secretariat Assistant:
- Selection: Competitive Written Exam (Objective, OMR/CBT) -> Qualifying Proficiency Test.
- Standard: Class XII.
- Total Exam Time: 2 hours 30 minutes.
- Paper I (Qualifying): Mental Ability (100 Qs, 200 Marks, 90 mins, No Negative Marks).
- Paper II: General Awareness (50 Qs, 150 Marks) + English (50 Qs, 150 Marks) (1 hr, 1 Negative Mark).
- Proficiency Test (Qualifying): Computer Typing (English 35 wpm / Hindi 30 wpm) & Computer Usage.
- Merit: Based on Paper II scores (for those qualifying Paper I & Proficiency Test).
How to Apply
- Register using a valid, active email ID.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload scanned photo & signature (JPEG, max 50KB each) and certificates (PDF, max 1MB each).
- Pay the Rs. 500 fee online if applicable (UR/OBC/EWS); others are exempt.
- Submit the form (final, no edits allowed post-submission).
- Download and print the submitted application.
- Submit separate applications for each post code, except for JSA posts A01012025 & A02012025 which require one combined application.
Important Dates
| Online Application Start | 03/05/2025 from 10:00 AM |
| Online Application Last Date | 02/06/2025 up to 06:00 PM |
| Fee Payment Dates | 03/05/2025 to 02/06/2025 |
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the last date to submit the online application?
- The last date is 02/06/2025 up to 6:00 PM.
- Is there an application fee?
- Yes, Rs. 500 for UR, OBC, and EWS candidates. It is not applicable for Women, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen.
- Can I send a printed copy of the application?
- No, only online applications are invited and accepted. Hard copies will not be considered.
- How will I know about exam dates or other updates?
- All updates, like exam dates and venue, will only be available on the official CSIR-NBRI website: www.nbri.res.in.
