CSIR CDRI Recruitment 2025 – Technical Assistant & Technician Posts Engineering Jobs
🏢 CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI), Lucknow
CSIR CDRI Recruitment 2025 – Technical Assistant & Technician Posts
CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI), Lucknow has released Advertisement No. CDRI/10/2025 for recruitment to Technical Assistant and Technician-1 posts. Eligible candidates can apply online from 25 November 2025 to 26 December 2025. All details are taken directly from the official PDF.
Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | CSIR – Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI), Lucknow |
| Advertisement No. | CDRI/10/2025 |
| Posts | Technical Assistant, Technician-1 |
| Total Vacancies | Technical Assistant: 12, Technician-1: 32 |
| Job Location | Lucknow |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Apply Online | https://recruit.cdri.res.in/ |
| Official Website | https://www.cdri.res.in |
About CSIR CDRI
CSIR–CDRI, Lucknow is a premier national laboratory under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). It is one of India's oldest and leading biomedical research organizations engaged in:
- New drug discovery and development
- Multidisciplinary biomedical sciences
- Translational research
- Preclinical research and testing
The institute operates from a modern campus spread over 61 acres.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Starts | 25 November 2025 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date for Online Application | 26 December 2025 (05:30 PM) |
Vacancy Details
Technical Assistant
Total Posts: 12
Reservation: 02 OBC, 01 EWS, 02 UR + 07 Backlog (02 ST, 03 OBC, 02 PwBD)
Technician-1
Total Posts: 32
Reservation: 05 SC, 08 OBC, 02 EWS, 02 Ex-SM, 09 UR + 06 Backlog (including 2 SC)
Salary
| Post | Pay Level | Total Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant | Level-6 | ₹67,530 (approx) |
| Technician-1 | Level-2 | As per CSIR norms |
Eligibility Criteria
Technical Assistant
- Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in relevant discipline
- Experience as per post requirements
- Upper Age Limit: 28 years
Technician-1
- 10th Standard / SSC or equivalent
- ITI Certificate in relevant trade with 55% marks
- Trades include: Electrician, Fitter, Refrigeration & AC, COPA, Photography, Library & Information Science
- Upper Age Limit: 28 years
Age Limit (as on 26 December 2025)
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD (UR) | 10 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per rules |
| CSIR Employees | 5 years |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women / CSIR Employees / Ex-SM | No Fee |
Payment must be made online.
Selection Process
Technician-1
- Trade Test (qualifying)
- Written Examination (final merit)
Technical Assistant
- Screening as per qualification
- Written Examination
- Final selection based on written exam marks
How to Apply
- Visit https://recruit.cdri.res.in/
- Register with mobile number and email
- Fill in the online form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit and download the final copy
Required Documents
- Recent passport-size photo
- Signature
- 10th/12th/ITI Certificates
- Degree/Diploma Certificates
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD)
- NOC (if applicable)
- Fee payment proof (if applicable)
Important Instructions
- Applications must be submitted online only
- No corrections will be allowed after final submission
- Eligibility conditions must be fulfilled by 26 December 2025
- Candidates should regularly check the website for updates
- Any false information may lead to cancellation of candidature
Useful Links
- Apply Online: https://recruit.cdri.res.in/
- Official Website: https://www.cdri.res.in
- Advertisement (CDRI/10/2025) – CLICK HERE
FAQs
1. What is the last date to apply for CSIR CDRI Recruitment 2025?
26 December 2025 (5:30 PM)
2. What is the total number of vacancies?
12 Technical Assistant + 32 Technician-1 posts
3. What is the application fee?
₹500 for General/OBC/EWS; others exempted
4. What is the selection method for Technician-1?
Trade Test followed by Written Exam
5. Where to apply online?
https://recruit.cdri.res.in/