SCL Mohali Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 83 Technician, Technical Assistant & Other Posts

Semi-Conductor Laboratory (SCL), Mohali—an autonomous body under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India—has issued advertisement Advt. No. SCL:DR:01/2026 for recruitment to 83 regular posts.

Key Highlights & Important Dates

Vacancy Break-up & Salary Scale

Note on Disciplines:

• Technical Assistant (30 posts): Electronics, Instrumentation, Mechanical, Computer Science, IT, Electrical, Civil, Chemical, Fire & Safety, Physics, and Chemistry.

• Technician 'B' (41 posts): Electronics Mechanic, Instrumentation, Electrician, ICT System Maintenance, Fitter, Draughtsman, RAC, etc.

SCL Mohali Eligibility Criteria (as of Nov 30, 2026)

Age Limit & Educational Qualification

• Group A Officers (AO / Accounts / Purchase & Stores):

  • Age Limit: Up to 35 Years.

  • Qualification: Graduate / Post Graduate / MBA in relevant fields with prescribed supervisory experience.

• Technical Assistant:

  • Age Limit: 18 to 30 Years.

  • Qualification: First Class 3-year full-time Diploma in relevant Engineering branch OR First Class B.Sc./BCA (for Physics/Chemistry/Electronics streams) + 2 years post-qualification experience.

• Technician 'B':

  • Age Limit: 18 to 27 Years.

  • Qualification: Matriculation/SSLC + NCVT-recognized 2-year ITI / NTC / NAC in the respective trade + 2 years post-qualification experience.

• Junior Personal Assistant:

  • Age Limit: Up to 25 Years.

  • Qualification: 12th Pass with Stenography speed of 80 w.p.m.

(Standard age relaxations apply for SC/ST/OBC/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD and serving government employees as per central norms).

SCL Mohali Application Fee

The fee includes a non-refundable processing fee of ₹600. A partial refund of the application fee is applicable for candidates appearing in the Computer-Based Test (CBT) under eligible criteria.

• Group A Officers: ₹1,500

• Technical Assistant (Group B): ₹1,300

• Junior Personal Assistant & Technician 'B' (Group C): ₹1,200

SCL Mohali Selection Process

1. Officers (Group A): Computer-Based Test (CBT) + Personal Interview (Weightage: CBT 60% : Interview 40%).

2. Technical Assistant & Technician 'B': CBT + Trade/Skill Test (Skill test is qualifying/Go-No-Go in nature; final merit based on CBT score).

3. Junior Personal Assistant: CBT + Stenography Skill Test (Qualifying).

Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme

The selection process for all posts involves an online Computer-Based Test (CBT) followed by an Interview or Skill Test depending on the position.

A. Technical Assistant (Level-7) & Technician 'B' (Level-3)

• Exam Duration: 90 Minutes (1.5 Hours)

• Total Questions: 80 Objective MCQs (80 Marks)

• Marking Scheme: $+1$ mark for correct answer; negative marking of $0.33$ marks (1/3rd) for incorrect answers.

• Selection Criteria: The Skill Test is qualifying (Go / No-Go) in nature. Final merit is strictly based on the CBT score among candidates who qualify in the Skill Test.

B. Group-A Officers (Administrative / Accounts / Purchase & Stores)

• Exam Duration: 120 Minutes (2 Hours)

• Total Questions: 200 Objective MCQs (200 Marks)

• Marking Scheme: $+1$ mark for correct answer; negative marking of $0.25$ marks for incorrect answers.

• Selection Criteria: CBT (60% weightage) + Personal Interview (40% weightage).

C. Junior Personal Assistant (Level-4)

• Stage 1 (CBT): 100 Marks covering General English, General Intelligence & Reasoning, and Quantitative Aptitude.

• Stage 2 (Skill Test): Stenography Dictation (10 minutes @ 80 w.p.m.) + Computer Transcription (50 min English / 65 min Hindi). Skill test is qualifying.

Qualitative Passing / Cut-Off Standards (CBT)

• Unreserved (UR): Minimum 50% marks

• OBC (NCL) / EWS: Minimum 45% marks

• SC / ST / PwBD / ESM: Minimum 40% marks

Topic-Wise Detailed Syllabus

A. Technical Assistant (Diploma / B.Sc. Level)

• Applied Technical Mathematics:

  • Linear Algebra & Matrices: Determinants, Rank of Matrix, System of Linear Equations, Eigenvalues & Eigenvectors.

  • Calculus: Differential & Integral Calculus, Limits, Continuity, Maxima & Minima, First-order Ordinary Differential Equations.

  • Numerical Methods & Probability: Mean, Variance, Probability Distributions, Root-finding methods.

• Core Technical Disciplines:

  • Electronics & Communication: Circuit Theory (KCL/KVL, Network Theorems), Semiconductor Devices (Diodes, BJT, MOSFETs), Analog Circuits (Op-Amps, Amplifiers), Digital Logic (Logic Gates, Flip-Flops, Counters), Microprocessors (8085/8051), Signal & Systems.

  • Mechanical Engineering: Engineering Mechanics, Mechanics of Materials, Fluid Mechanics & Hydraulic Machines, Thermodynamics, Thermal Engineering, Manufacturing Technology (Lathe, Milling, Casting, Welding, Fits & Tolerances).

  • Computer Science & IT: Data Structures & Algorithms, Operating Systems, Computer Networks, Database Management Systems (DBMS), Programming C/C++, Web Technologies.

  • Physics / Chemistry Streams: Mechanics, Optics, Modern Physics, Thermodynamics, Organic & Inorganic Chemistry, Analytical Instrumentation techniques.

B. Technician 'B' (10th + ITI / NCVT Standard)

• Workshop Calculation & Science (WCS):

  • Basic Math: Fractions, Square Roots, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Algebra, Mensuration (Area/Volume).

  • Applied Science: Mass, Weight, Density, Specific Gravity, Speed, Velocity, Work, Power, Energy.

  • Thermal & Electrical Physics: Heat & Temperature, Thermal Expansion, Basic Electricity (Ohm's Law, Resistance, Power, Energy).

• Engineering Drawing (ED):

  • Drawing Instruments, Sheet Layouts, Lines, Lettering, Dimensioning Systems & Scales.

  • Geometrical Constructions, Orthographic & Isometric Projections, Sectional Views, Freehand Sketching of Hand Tools & Fasteners.

• Trade Theory Subjects:

  • Electronic Mechanic: Resistors, Capacitors, Inductors, PCB Soldering/Desoldering, Diodes, Transistors, Power Supplies, Oscilloscopes (CRO/DSO), IC 555, Logic Gates.

  • Electrician: Electrical Safety & Earthing, DC Circuits, AC Fundamentals, Magnetism, Single & Three-Phase Transformers, Motors, Generators, Measuring Instruments (Multimeter, Energy Meter, Megger).

  • Fitter / Turner / Machinist: Measuring Instruments (Vernier Calliper, Micrometer), Marking Tools, Hand Tools, Drilling, Tapping, Fitting Operations, Lathe Machine Work, Surface Finish, Fasteners.

SCL Mohali Application Process

1.Check Eligibility: Review detailed criteria.

Read the official notification PDF on the SCL website to verify your qualification, age limit, and post-qualification experience criteria.

2.Online Registration: Starts Nov 1, 11:00 AM.

Visit scl.gov.in/career.html and register with your active email address and mobile number to obtain login credentials.

3.Fill Form & Upload Documents:

Fill in your personal, educational, and experience details. Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, thumb impression, and relevant certificates.

4.Fee Payment & Final Submission: Before Nov 30, 5:00 PM.

Pay the prescribed fee via online payment gateway, submit the application, and print/save a copy of the final confirmation form for future reference.