Contents
Vacancy Details
- Scientist “B” (R&D): 4 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology in Materials/Materials Science & Engineering/Metallurgical/Mechanical (Master’s desirable).- UR: 2
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 2
- Officer “B” (Finance & Accounts): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree with good academic record; deputation applicants must meet specified service and experience conditions in finance & accounts.- Not Specified: 1
- Technical Assistant “A”: 7 vacancies
Qualification: B.Sc. in Physical Sciences (with Chemistry) OR 3-year Diploma in Metallurgy/Mechanical/Electrical.- UR: 6
- EWS: 1
- Assistant “A”: 6 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree with good academic record and three years’ relevant administrative/office experience.- UR: 4
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 1
- SC: 1
- Technician “A”: 9 vacancies
Qualification: 10th/SSC pass plus 2-year full-time ITI in Fitter/Turner/Electrician trade and three years’ technical experience.- UR: 8
- EWS: 1
- Driver “A”: 2 vacancies
Qualification: 10th/SSC pass, valid driving licence for light and heavy vehicles, and required driving experience (LMV 3 years, HMV 6 years).- UR: 2
Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 27 years
- Maximum Age: 56 years
Application Fees
- General & OBC – Scientist B and Officer B: ₹600
- General & OBC – Technical Assistant A, Assistant A, Technician A and Driver A: ₹500
- SC/EWS/PwD (Divyangjan)/Women/Ex-Servicemen – Scientist B and Officer B: ₹400
- SC/EWS/PwD (Divyangjan)/Women/Ex-Servicemen – Technical Assistant A, Assistant A, Technician A and Driver A: ₹300
Selection Process
- Preliminary screening: A committee screens applications based on academic record, relevant experience and other parameters to shortlist candidates.
- Computer Based Competitive Written Examination (CWE): Shortlisted candidates take a CWE for relevant posts; the exam pattern, duration and marking differ by post.
- Trade/Skill/Driving Test: For applicable posts, candidates must qualify a trade or skill test (Chemistry practicals, ITI trade tests, driving and repair tests) on a go/no-go basis.
- Personal Interview / Presentation: For certain posts (Scientist B and Officer B) shortlisted candidates attend a personal interview; Officer B shortlisted candidates give a short presentation on achievements.
- Final selection and weightage: Final selection is based on CWE and subsequent test/interview marks with post-specific weightages (e.g., Scientist B: 50% CWE + 50% Interview; Driver A: 40% CWE + 60% driving/repair marks).
How to Apply
- Visit https://arci.res.in/careers/vacancies.
- Read the advertisement (Advt. No. ARCI/HRD/RECT/1/2026), instructions for online submission and general terms and conditions.
- Check eligibility for the chosen post using the post code (SB001, OB001, TA001, AA001, TC001 or DA001).
- Fill in complete and correct information in every column of the online application.
- Pay the non-refundable application processing fee for each post through UPI or NEFT/RTGS.
- Enter bank transfer details in the application and attach the transaction receipt; without this the application will be rejected.
- Submit the application before 21 November 2026; applications left in draft mode or without final submission will not be considered.
Important Links
Important Dates
- Application start date:
- Last date for online application:
- Last date for NEFT/RTGS fee amount to be received:
- CWE – Scientist B, Technical Assistant A, Driver A:
- CWE – Assistant A:
- CWE – Technician A:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the basic eligibility qualifications for these posts?
Qualifications vary by post. For example, Scientist B requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology in specified disciplines; Technical Assistant A requires B.Sc. (Physical Sciences with Chemistry) or a 3-year Diploma; Technician A and Driver A require 10th pass with specified additional trade/license and experience.
How do I apply for the ARCI recruitment?
Applications must be submitted online via https://arci.res.in/careers/vacancies. You must read the advertisement, fill the online form completely, pay the application fee via UPI or NEFT/RTGS, enter bank transfer details and attach the transaction receipt before final submission.
What is the last date to submit the application?
The last date to submit the online application is 21-11-2026. The NEFT/RTGS fee amount must also be received by 21-11-2026.
What is the selection process for these positions?
Selection begins with preliminary screening, followed by a Computer Based Competitive Written Examination (CWE) for applicable posts. Shortlisted candidates then undergo trade/skill tests and/or personal interviews as applicable, with final selection based on post-specific weightages of CWE and subsequent tests or interviews.
What is the salary or pay scale for the posts?
Salaries are given as approximate monthly emoluments by pay level: Scientist B & Officer B ~ Rs. 1,18,110; Technical Assistant A ~ Rs. 73,020; Assistant A ~ Rs. 61,240; Technician A ~ Rs. 54,210; Driver A ~ Rs. 39,970. Pay levels correspond to 7th CPC Levels listed in the notification.
