The CSIR (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research) has released multiple recruitment notifications in 2026 for Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) and other Group C posts across different research institutes in India. These jobs are considered highly attractive for 10th pass candidates looking for a stable central government job with good salary and benefits.

🏢 What is CSIR MTS Recruitment?

CSIR MTS refers to Multi-Tasking Staff posts in various CSIR laboratories such as:

CSIR-IMMT (Bhubaneswar)

CSIR-NML (Jamshedpur)

CSIR-IICB (Kolkata)

CSIR-NEIST (North east India)

CSIR-CRRI (Delhi)

These are Group ‘C’ non-technical government jobs under the central government.

For example, CSIR-IMMT alone has announced 7 MTS vacancies in 2026, while other institutes have released 10–22 posts in different locations.

📌 CSIR MTS Vacancy 2026 Overview

🧾 Key Highlights

Post Name: Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)

Organization: CSIR Institutes

Job Type: central government (Group C)

Qualification: 10th Pass (Matriculation)

Age Limit: Generally 18–25 years (with relaxation)

Salary: ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 (Level-1 Pay Matrix)

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

✔ Educational Qualification

Minimum: 10th Pass (Matriculation)

Some institutes may prefer 12th pass or basic skills depending on role

✔ Age Limit

18 to 25 years (general category)

Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD as per government rules

🧪 Selection Process

CSIR MTS selection is usually done through:

Written Examination

Skill Test / Trade Test

Document Verification

👉 Final selection is based on merit list performance.

💰 Salary of CSIR MTS Jobs

One of the biggest attractions of CSIR jobs is the salary structure:

Basic Pay: ₹18,000 per month

Gross Salary: ₹25,000 – ₹35,000 (with allowances)

Maximum Pay Scale: Up to ₹56,900 (Level-1)

Along with salary, employees get:

DA (Dearness Allowance)

HRA (House Rent Allowance)

Medical benefits

Pension (NPS system)

📍 Major CSIR MTS 2026 Vacancies

Some ongoing recruitments include:

CSIR-IMMT: 7 posts

CSIR-NML: 22 posts

CSIR-IICB: 8 posts

CSIR-NEIST: 10 posts

CSIR-CRRI: multiple Group C posts including MTS

👉 Total vacancies vary by institute but recruitment is spread across India.

💼 Job Role of MTS in CSIR

MTS employees handle basic support work such as:

Office assistance

Laboratory support

File handling

Cleaning/maintenance in lab areas

Store assistance

Security-related duties

⭐ Why CSIR MTS Jobs Are Popular

✔ Central government Job

Full job security and stability.

✔ Low qualification Requirement

Only 10th pass needed.

✔ Good Salary for Entry-Level Job

Better than many private sector entry jobs.

✔ Nationwide Vacancies

Jobs available in multiple states.

⚠️ Challenges You Should Know

High competition

Limited vacancies per institute

Written exam preparation required

Job is non-technical (limited promotion scope initially)

📊 Conclusion

CSIR MTS recruitment 2026 is a great opportunity for 10th pass candidates who want a secure central government job. With salary up to nearly ₹56,900 and multiple vacancies across India, it is one of the most stable entry-level government jobs.

However, because of high competition, proper preparation for the written exam is essential.

 

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