About CSIR NBRI Recruitment 2025
The CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI), Lucknow, a premier research institute under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), has announced recruitment for 30 posts, including Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Technical Assistant, and Technician, vide Advertisement No. 01/2025. This recruitment drive offers opportunities for candidates with qualifications ranging from 10th pass to B.Sc./Diploma to join a leading institute focused on plant sciences and biotechnology. Applications are accepted online from May 3, 2025, to June 2, 2025.[](https://recruitment.nbri.res.in/)
Important Dates
- Notification Release: May 2, 2025
- Online Application Start: May 3, 2025 (10:00 AM IST)
- Last Date to Apply: June 2, 2025 (6:00 PM IST)
- Exam Date: To be announced
- Admit Card Release: To be announced
Vacancy Details
Total Vacancies: 30
Post-Wise Distribution:
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) - General | 5 | Level-2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200) |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) - Finance & Accounts | 3 | Level-2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200) |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) - Store & Purchase | 2 | Level-2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200) |
| Technical Assistant | 12 | Level-6 (₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400) |
| Technician (1) | 8 | Level-2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200) |
Note: Vacancies are subject to change. Check the official notification for category-wise distribution.
Eligibility Criteria
- Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA):
- Qualification: 10+2 (Intermediate) with typing speed of 35 w.p.m in English or 30 w.p.m in Hindi.
- Age Limit: 18-28 years (born between June 3, 1997, and June 2, 2007).
- Technical Assistant:
- Qualification: B.Sc. or Diploma in relevant fields (e.g., Botany, Biotechnology, Chemistry) from a recognized institute.
- Age Limit: 18-28 years (born between June 3, 1997, and June 2, 2007).
- Technician (1):
- Qualification: 10th pass with at least 55% marks and ITI certification in relevant trade (e.g., Electrician, Fitter).
- Age Limit: 18-28 years (born between June 3, 1997, and June 2, 2007).
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per government rules
Note: Age is calculated as of June 2, 2025. Candidates must meet qualifications by the application deadline.
Selection Process
The selection process varies by post:
- Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA):
- Written Exam: Objective and descriptive papers (General Intelligence, Reasoning, General Awareness, English/Hindi).
- Typing Test: Qualifying in nature (35 w.p.m in English or 30 w.p.m in Hindi).
- Technical Assistant:
- Written Exam: Three papers (General Awareness, Reasoning, and Subject Knowledge).
- Trade/Skill Test: Qualifying in nature.
- Technician (1):
- Written Exam: Three papers (General Awareness, Reasoning, and Trade Knowledge).
- Trade Test: Qualifying in nature.
- Additional Stages:
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Note: No negative marking in the written exams. Final merit list is based on written exam performance.
Salary Structure
- Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA): Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200) + allowances (DA, HRA, TA).
- Technical Assistant: Pay Level-6 (₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400) + allowances (DA, HRA, TA).
- Technician (1): Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 - ₹63,200) + allowances (DA, HRA, TA).
- Additional Benefits: Medical facilities, pension benefits, and other perks as per CSIR rules.
How to Apply
- Visit the official CSIR NBRI recruitment portal: recruitment.nbri.res.in.
- Click on “New Registration” and provide basic details (name, email, phone number).
- Log in with credentials and fill in the application form with educational qualifications, experience, and post preferences.
- Upload self-attested documents (photograph, signature, educational certificates, ID proof).
- Pay the application fee online:
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹100
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Ex-Servicemen/CSIR Employees: Exempted
- Review the form, submit it, and download the confirmation page for future reference.
Note: Apply well before the deadline to avoid technical issues. Hard copies of applications are not required.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹100 |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Ex-Servicemen/CSIR Employees | Exempted |
Note: Payment can be made via UPI, Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card.
Preparation Tips
- Study General Awareness using Lucent’s General Knowledge.
- Practice Reasoning with R.S. Aggarwal’s books.
- For Technical Assistant, revise B.Sc./Diploma-level concepts in Botany, Biotechnology, or relevant fields.
- For Technician, focus on ITI trade-specific knowledge.
- Take mock tests to improve speed and accuracy.