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CSIR NIO Recruitment 2026
CSIR National Institute of Oceanograph (CSIR NIO) Recruitment 2026 for 14 posts of Technician/ Graduate Apprentices. Candidates with Any Graduate, B.Sc, Diploma Can attend the walkin. The Walk-in on 22-01-2026. For detailed information please visit CSIR NIO official website, nio.res.in.
CSIR-NIO Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
Vacancy Details
I. Technician Apprenticeship (Diploma)
II. Graduate (Non-Engineering Degree) Apprenticeship
Eligibility Criteria
- Qualification: Three Years full time Diploma in Engineering/Technology in relevant discipline granted by a State Council or Board of Technical Education / Full Time Graduate degree (Non-Engineering) in relevant discipline granted by a recognized University/Institutions.
- Candidates who have passed the qualifying exam in 2022/2023/2024/2025 are only eligible.
- Candidates must register in the Apprenticeship Portal[](https://nats.education.gov.in/) and quote enrollment number.
- Candidates should not have undergone or presently undergoing Apprenticeship Training in CSIR or elsewhere.
- Candidates should not have experience of one year or more in any job.
- Sandwich diplomas, private diploma, part time/Distance/short term/certificate courses etc., are not acceptable.
Salary/ Stipend
- Technician Apprentices (Diploma): Rs. 8,000/- per month
- Graduate Apprentices (Non-Engineering Degree): Rs. 9,000/- per month
- Training Period: 01 Year
Age Limit (as on 22 January 2026)
- Technician/Diploma: Minimum 18 years and maximum 24 years
- Graduate/Degree: Minimum 21 years and maximum 26 years
- Relaxation in upper age limit: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (NCL), up to 10 years for PwBD (additional relaxation for SC/ST/OBC as applicable)
- Ex-Servicemen: Upper age limit relaxable as per extant rules
Important Dates
Selection Process
- Walk-in-interview
- If number of candidates are more, the Selection Committee shall adopt its own criteria and shortlist the candidates proportionate to the available vacancies.
- Original documents verification at the time of walk-in-interview
General Information / Instructions
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- Hostel Accommodation will not be provided; selected candidates will make their own arrangements for stay.
- Successful trainees will be awarded National Apprenticeship Certificate by NCVT/BOAT.
- No obligation to offer employment after completion of apprenticeship.
- Any corrigendum/addendum or updates on https://www.nio.res.in/ only.
- Canvassing in any form will be treated as disqualification.
How to Apply
- Register as Graduate (Degree)/ Technician (Diploma) Apprentices online at https://nats.education.gov.in/ and obtain Unique Student Enrolment ID (mandatory).
- Appear for walk-in-interview on 22 January 2026 at CSIR-NIO Regional Centre, Kochi with filled application form (available in advertisement/website), original certificates, one set of self-attested photocopies, proof of DoB, Aadhaar Card, passport size photograph.
- Submit all required documents; failure to do so will result in candidature not being considered.
CSIR-NIO Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Links
CSIR NIO Technician/ Graduate Apprentices Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to attend the walk-in interview for CSIR-NIO Apprentice positions?
22 January 2026 (Thursday), reporting time 9:00 AM.
Q2. What is the total number of Apprentice vacancies in CSIR-NIO Regional Centre Kochi?
14 positions (3 Technician Diploma + 11 Graduate Non-Engineering).
Q3. What is the monthly stipend for Graduate Apprentices in CSIR-NIO?
Rs. 9,000/- per month for Graduate (Non-Engineering Degree) Apprentices.
Q4. Is prior experience required for CSIR-NIO Apprentice Trainees?
No, candidates should not have experience of one year or more in any job.
Q5. What is the age limit for Technician Diploma Apprentices in CSIR-NIO Kochi?
Minimum 18 years and maximum 24 years as on date of interview, with applicable relaxations.
