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Vacancy Details
- Multi Tasking Staff (MTS): 25 vacancies
Qualification: Essential: Matriculation or equivalent pass; Desirable: Intermediate (12th Class) pass- UR: 12
- EWS: 3
- OBC (NCL): 6
- ST: 4
- SC: 0
- PwBD [b]: 1
- PwBD [c]: 1
- Ex-Serviceman: 3
Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 25 years
Application Fees
- General / UR: ₹500
- OBC (NCL): ₹500
- EWS: ₹500
- SC: ₹0
- ST: ₹0
- PwBD: ₹0
- Women: ₹0
- Abroad: ₹0
- Transgender: ₹0
- SC/ST applying against unreserved posts: ₹0
Selection Process
- Screening of applications: A Screening Committee scrutinises applications and shortlists candidates for the written examination based on documents furnished; possessing minimum qualification does not guarantee being called.
- Written examination: One OMR-based objective paper (Class 10 standard) of 150 questions to be answered in 2 hours, covering General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness and English Language; one negative mark for each wrong answer.
- Merit list and final selection: Final merit list is prepared on marks obtained in the written exam; tie-break rules include fewer negative marks, older date of birth, earlier acquisition of essential qualification, and alphabetical order of first names.
How to Apply
- Go to https://www.nplindia.in and download the prescribed application form.
- Fill Part I and Part II of the form; paste and sign photographs as instructed.
- Prepare enclosures: DD of Rs.500 where applicable, educational certificates, DOB proof, caste/EWS/PwBD/Ex-Serviceman certificates as applicable, experience certificates if any.
- If fee applicable, pay by crossed Demand Draft/Pay Order in favour of ‘Director, National Physical Laboratory’, payable at New Delhi; write candidate name and post code (MTS) on back of DD.
- Send the completed form and enclosures by post in an envelope superscribed ‘APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF MTS’ to Senior Controller of Administration, CSIR- National Physical Laboratory, Dr. K.S. Krishnan Marg, New Delhi-110012 so it reaches on or before 23-12-2026.
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Important Dates
- Last Date to Receive Application Form:
- Date for Determining Age (as on):
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum educational qualification required?
The essential qualification is Matriculation or equivalent pass. Intermediate (12th Class) is desirable, and qualifications must be from a recognized board or institution with results declared on or before the last date.
How do I apply for the MTS post at CSIR-NPL?
Download the prescribed application form from www.nplindia.in, complete it, attach required enclosures and send the hard copy by post superscribed ‘APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF MTS’ to the Senior Controller of Administration, CSIR-NPL, Dr. K.S. Krishnan Marg, New Delhi-110012 so it reaches by 23-12-2026.
What is the last date to submit the application?
The last date for receipt of the application form is 23-12-2026. Applications received after this date will not be entertained.
What is the selection process for the MTS posts?
Selection involves three steps: scrutiny/screening of applications by a Screening Committee, a written examination (one OMR-based paper of 150 questions, 2 hours) and preparation of the final merit list based on written exam marks with specified tie-break rules.
What is the pay scale and salary for the MTS posts?
Pay is Level 1 (Rs.18,000-56,900) with basic pay Rs.18,000/-. Total emoluments are approximately Rs.41,040 per month on the minimum of the scale including HRA for a Class ‘X’ city.
