The International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials (ARCI), has released a recruitment notification are invited from dynamic and motivated Indian citizens for various Scientific, Technical, Administrative, and Support Staff positions on a Direct Recruitment/Deputation basis.
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| ARCI Recruitment 2026 notification for 29 scientific, technical and administrative vacancies. Check eligibility, salary, age limit and application details. |
Important Dates
- Last Date for Online Application: 21st November 2026
- Last Date for Fee Receipt (NEFT/RTGS): 21st November 2026
- Tentative Date for CWE: 23rd December 2026
- Tentative Dates for Interview: December 2026 to January 2027
Vacancy Details
| Post Code |
Name of the Post |
Vacancies |
Reservation |
| SB001 | Scientist "B" (R&D) | 4 | UR=02, OBC=02 |
| OB001 | Officer "B" (Finance & Accounts) | 1 | Not specified (Deputation) |
| TA001 | Technical Assistant "A" | 7 | UR=06, EWS=01 |
| AA001 | Assistant "A" | 6 | UR=04, OBC=01, SC=01 |
| TC001 | Technician "A" | 9 | UR=08, EWS=01 |
| DA001 | Driver "A" | 2 | UR=02 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Scientist "B" (R&D): Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology in Materials Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Materials & Metallurgical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
- Officer "B" (Finance & Accounts): Bachelor's Degree with a good academic record. The candidate must be an officer working in Central/State Governments, Universities, or Autonomous Organizations holding analogous posts or possessing specified regular service years.
- Technical Assistant "A": B.Sc. in Physical Sciences (with Chemistry) OR a 3-year full-time Diploma in Metallurgy/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.
- Assistant "A": Bachelor's degree with a good academic record, plus 3 years of experience in administration, HR, finance, or purchase.
- Technician "A": 10th/SSC pass and a 2-year full-time ITI in Fitter/Turner/Electrician trade, along with 3 years of technical experience.
- Driver "A": 10th/SSC pass, valid driving license for light and heavy vehicles, knowledge of motor mechanism, and relevant driving experience (3 years for light vehicles, 6 years for heavy vehicles).
ARCI Advt. No. ARCI/HRD/RECT/1/2026
Age Limit
- Scientist "B": Not exceeding 30 years.
- Officer "B": Not exceeding 56 years.
- Technical Assistant "A": Not exceeding 30 years.
- Assistant "A": Not exceeding 28 years.
- Technician "A": Not exceeding 28 years.
- Driver "A": Not exceeding 27 years.
Remuneration
- Scientist "B" & Officer "B": Rs. 1,18,110/- per month.
- Technical Assistant "A": Rs. 73,020/- per month.
- Assistant "A": Rs. 61,240/- per month.
- Technician "A": Rs. 54,210/- per month.
- Driver "A": Rs. 39,970/- per month.
Application Fee
- Scientist "B" & Officer "B": Rs. 600 for General & OBC; Rs. 400 for SC/EWS/PwD/Women/Ex-Servicemen.
- Technical Assistant "A", Assistant "A", Technician "A", Driver "A": Rs. 500 for General & OBC; Rs. 300 for SC/EWS/PwD/Women/Ex-Servicemen.
- Mode of Payment: Online via UPI or NEFT/RTGS to Canara Bank.
Selection Process
- Scientist "B": Computer-based Competitive Written Examination (CWE) followed by a Personal Interview.
- Officer "B": Shortlisting followed by a Personal Interview and a 10-15 minute presentation.
- Technical Assistant "A" & Technician "A": CWE followed by a qualifying Trade/Skill test.
- Assistant "A": CWE followed by a qualifying Skill test.
- Driver "A": CWE followed by a Skill and Driving test.
Syllabus (Overview)
- Scientist "B": 100 MCQs (90 questions from Materials Science/Metallurgical or Mechanical Engineering, and 10 questions on analytical skills/logical reasoning).
- Technical Assistant "A" & Technician "A": 100 MCQs (50 questions on core subject/ITI trade, 50 questions covering General English, GK, Current Affairs, Reasoning, and Numerical Ability).
- Assistant "A": 125 MCQs (75 questions on Govt. Rules, Admin, Finance, and Purchase; 50 questions covering General English, GK, Current Affairs, Reasoning, and Numerical Ability).
- Driver "A": 65 MCQs (35 questions based on the Motor Vehicles Act; 30 questions covering Elementary English, GK, and Arithmetic).
How to Apply
- Read the eligibility criteria and instructions carefully.
- Pay the required application fee via UPI or NEFT/RTGS using the provided bank details. Ensure you save the transaction receipt.
- Fill in all required details, including the bank transfer information, and upload necessary documents/transaction receipt.
- Submit the application on or before 21st November 2026.
