ARCI Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 29 Technician A, Assistant and More Posts
Accepting ApplicationsInternational Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy & New Materials
The International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy & New Materials (ARCI) has released its recruitment notification (Advt. No. ARCI/HRD/RECT/1/2026) for 29 posts across technical, scientific, administrative, and support cadres.
Most positions are based at ARCI Hyderabad, Telangana, while 1 post for Assistant 'A' is for the ARCI office in Gurugram (NCR), Haryana.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 17 October 2026 |
| Online Application Window | 17 October 2026 – 16 November 2026 (Extended till 21 Nov 2026) |
| Tentative Written Exam / CWE | Dec 2026 – Jan 2027 (Post-wise) |
Vacancy & Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Upper Age Limit | Minimum Qualification & Experience | Pay Level |
| Scientist 'B' (R&D) | 4 | 30 Years | B.E./B.Tech in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Mechanical, or relevant discipline | Level 10 |
| Officer 'B' (Finance & Accounts) | 1 | Up to 56 Years | Degree + Analogous post / experience on deputation basis | Level 10 |
| Technical Assistant 'A' | 7 | 30 Years | B.Sc. (Physical Sciences with Chemistry) OR 3-Year Diploma in Metallurgy / Mechanical / Electrical Engg. | Level 6 |
| Assistant 'A' | 6 | 28 Years | Bachelor's Degree + 3 years experience in Admin / HR / Accounts / Stores | Level 5 |
| Technician 'A' | 9 | 28 Years | 10th Standard + 2-year ITI (Fitter / Turner / Electrician) + 3 years relevant experience | Level 4 |
| Driver 'A' | 2 | 27 Years | 10th Pass + Valid LMV & HMV licence + relevant driving experience | Level 2 |
(Age relaxation applies to reserved categories as per Government of India guidelines).
ARCI Salary 2026
| Post | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Total Emoluments (per month, approximately) |
|---|---|---|
| Scientist "B" (R&D) | Level 10 | Rs. 1,18,110/- |
| Officer "B" (Finance & Accounts) | Level 10 | Rs. 1,18,110/- |
| Technical Assistant "A" | Level 6 | Rs. 73,020/- |
| Assistant "A" | Level 5 | Rs. 61,240/- |
| Technician "A" | Level 4 | Rs. 54,210/- |
| Driver "A" | Level 2 | Rs. 39,970/- |
Salary will be as per government norms in the respective pay level (at the minimum pay level). Monthly gross emoluments include basic pay, DA, HRA and Transport Allowance as applicable.
Other Benefits
In addition to emoluments, benefits such as New Pension Scheme (NPS), Gratuity, Group Insurance, Medical Reimbursement, Children Education Allowance and Leave Travel Concession (LTC) etc. are available and will be extended as per prevailing norms.
ARCI Application Fee
A non-refundable application processing fee must be paid for each post applied, through UPI or NEFT/RTGS.
| Category | Scientist "B" and Officer "B" | Technical Assistant "A", Assistant "A", Technician "A" and Driver "A" |
|---|---|---|
| General & OBC | Rs. 600/- | Rs. 500/- |
| SC/EWS/PwD (Divyangjan)/Women/Ex-Servicemen | Rs. 400/- | Rs. 300/- |
Reserved candidates applying against unreserved posts shall pay the full fee.
ARCI Selection Process
Selection begins with preliminary screening/short-listing of applications by a Committee constituted by the Competent Authority, ARCI. The Committee considers academic performance, relevance of experience for the post applied, number of years of relevant experience (based on data in the online application) and other parameters as deemed necessary. Screened-in candidates undergo a Computer Based Competitive Written Examination (CWE), followed by Personal Interview/Trade/Skill test (as applicable). ARCI may also administer any other selection method/tool/test at the sole discretion of the Competent Authority.
| Post | Selection Stages | Final Selection |
|---|---|---|
| Scientist "B" (R&D) | CWE, then Personal Interview at ARCI, Hyderabad | 50% weightage of CWE marks + 50% weightage of Personal Interview marks |
| Officer "B" (Finance & Accounts) | Personal Interview for shortlisted candidates, with a 10–15 minute presentation on achievements | Performance in Personal Interview |
| Technical Assistant "A" | CWE, then Trade/Skill Test | CWE marks only, subject to qualifying the Trade/Skill Test |
| Assistant "A" | CWE, then Skill Test | CWE marks only, subject to qualifying the Skill Test |
| Technician "A" | CWE, then Trade/Skill Test | CWE marks only, subject to qualifying the Trade/Skill Test |
| Driver "A" | CWE, then Skill and Driving Tests | 40% weightage of CWE marks + 60% weightage of Driving test and repair works marks |
For Officer "B", shortlisted candidates make a crisp presentation highlighting achievements across the broad spectrum of the work experience mentioned for the post, followed by a personal interview at ARCI, Hyderabad.
ARCI CWE Exam Pattern
The examination centre for CWE is Hyderabad only for all posts.
| Post | Duration | Total Marks / Questions | Section A | Section B | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scientist "B" (R&D) | 3 hours/180 minutes | 300 marks / 100 MCQs of 3 marks each | 270 marks: 90 MCQs from Materials Science & Metallurgical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering | 30 marks: 10 MCQs in analytical skills/logical reasoning | 1 mark per wrong answer (both sections) |
| Technical Assistant "A" | 3 hours/180 minutes | 200 marks / 100 MCQs | 150 marks: 50 MCQs of 3 marks in relevant subjects (Chemistry for B.Sc. candidates; Metallurgy/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering for Diploma candidates) | 50 marks: 50 MCQs of 1 mark – General English (15), General Knowledge & Current Affairs (10), Test of Reasoning & Numerical Ability (25) | Section A: 1 mark per wrong answer; Section B: none |
| Assistant "A" | 3 hours/180 minutes | 200 marks / 125 MCQs | 150 marks: 75 MCQs of 2 marks on Government of India General Rules and Regulations, Financial Rules, Purchase procedures etc. – Administration & Establishment (25), Finance & Accounts (25), Stores, Purchase & Inventory (25) | 50 marks: 50 MCQs of 1 mark – General English (15), General Knowledge & Current Affairs (10), Test of Reasoning & Numerical Ability (25) | Section A: ½ mark per wrong answer; Section B: none |
| Technician "A" | 3 hours/180 minutes | 200 marks / 100 MCQs | 150 marks: 50 MCQs of 3 marks in relevant ITI trade (Fitter/Turner/Electrician) | 50 marks: 50 MCQs of 1 mark – General English (15), General Knowledge & Current Affairs (10), Test of Reasoning & Numerical Ability (25) | Section A: 1 mark per wrong answer; Section B: none |
| Driver "A" | 2 hours/120 minutes | 100 marks / 65 MCQs | 70 marks: 35 MCQs of 2 marks based on Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 as amended from time to time | 30 marks: 30 MCQs of 1 mark – Elementary English (10), General Knowledge & Current Affairs (10), Arithmetic (10) | Section A: ½ mark per wrong answer; Section B: none |
Candidates Called for Interview/Trade/Skill Test
| Post | Next Stage | No. of Candidates Called | Test Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scientist "B" (R&D) | Personal Interview at ARCI, Hyderabad | Up to a minimum of ten (10) times the number of vacancies, from the merit list prepared on relative grading criteria based on CWE marks (wording as given in the notification) | Not specified |
| Technical Assistant "A" | Trade/Skill Test (Chemistry Practicals or Metallurgy/Mechanical/Electrical fields) | Up to six (6) times the number of vacancies | 100 marks, 45–120 minutes, qualifying "go-no-go" basis; marks not counted for final selection |
| Assistant "A" | Skill Test | Up to six (6) times the number of vacancies | 100 marks, 90 minutes, qualifying "go-no-go" basis; marks not counted for final selection |
| Technician "A" | Trade/Skill Test in ITI trade Fitter/Turner/Electrician | Up to six (6) times the number of vacancies | 100 marks, 45–120 minutes, qualifying "go-no-go" basis; marks not counted for final selection |
| Driver "A" | Skill test on traffic rules and regulations, spot identification and repair/rectification of minor vehicle problems, and road driving test on light and heavy vehicles | Up to ten (10) times the number of vacancies | Driving test and identification and repair/rectification of minor problems: 100 marks |
ARCI Recruitment 2026 Exam Schedule (Tentative)
| Post | Tentative Date for CWE | Tentative Date for Interview/Trade/Skill Test | Centre |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scientist "B" (R&D) | 23 December 2026 (Wednesday), 0900 to 1200 hours | Personal Interview during January 2027 | Hyderabad |
| Officer "B" (Finance & Accounts) | Not applicable | Personal Interview during December 2026 | Hyderabad |
| Technical Assistant "A" | 23 December 2026 (Wednesday), 0900 to 1200 hours | 23 January 2027 (Saturday) | Hyderabad |
| Assistant "A" | 23 January 2027 (Saturday) | The notification lists one date for this post; it does not separately state a skill test date | Hyderabad |
| Technician "A" | 24 January 2027 (Sunday) | The notification lists one date for this post; it does not separately state a trade/skill test date | Hyderabad |
| Driver "A" | 23 December 2026 (Wednesday), 0900 to 1100 hours | 24 January 2027 (Sunday) | Hyderabad |
Steps to Apply Online
1.Visit the ARCI Official Portal:arci.res.in.Navigate to the official website and open the Careers / Vacancies section.
2.Read the Detailed Advertisement:Download Advt. No. ARCI/HRD/RECT/1/2026 to review the post code, qualification criteria, and application guidelines.
3.Fill Out the Application Form:Complete the registration form with personal details, educational qualifications, and work experience.
4.Pay Application Fee & Upload Documents:Pay the processing fee through UPI/NEFT/RTGS, attach the payment proof, and upload the scanned supporting documents.
5.Submit & Print:Verify all fields, finalize your submission, and keep a printed copy of the submitted confirmation form for future reference.