ARCI Recruitment 2026 Notification OUT for 29 Posts: Apply Online for Scientist, Technical Assistant & More

ARCI Recruitment 2026: The International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials (ARCI), Hyderabad, has released the official recruitment notification (Advt. No. ARCI/HRD/RECT/1/2026) for 29 vacancies across Scientific, Technical, Administrative, and Support Staff positions.

The recruitment drive includes vacancies for Scientist ‘B’, Officer ‘B’, Technical Assistant ‘A’, Assistant ‘A’, Technician ‘A’, and Driver ‘A’. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their online applications through the official website, arci.res.in, before 21 November 2026.

The selection process will include a Computer Based Competitive Written Examination (CWE), Trade/Skill Test, and Interview, depending on the post. Selected candidates will receive salaries under Pay Levels 2 to 10, along with applicable allowances and benefits under the 7th Pay Commission.

ARCI Recruitment 2026

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ARCI Recruitment 2026: Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization	International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials (ARCI)
Department	Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India
Recruitment Name	ARCI Recruitment 2026
Advertisement No.	ARCI/HRD/RECT/1/2026
Post Names	Scientist, Officer, Technical Assistant, Assistant, Technician & Driver
Total Vacancies	29
Application Mode	Online
Last Date to Apply	21 November 2026
Job Location	Hyderabad, Telangana / Gurugram, Haryana
Employment Type	Direct Recruitment / Deputation
Pay Scale	Level 2 to Level 10 (7th CPC)
Selection Process	Written Examination, Skill Test and Interview

ARCI Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

Online Application	Currently Active
Last Date to Apply Online	21 November 2026
CWE for Scientist ‘B’, Technical Assistant ‘A’ & Driver ‘A’	23 December 2026 (Tentative)
CWE for Assistant ‘A’	23 January 2027 (Tentative)
CWE for Technician ‘A’	24 January 2027 (Tentative)
Officer ‘B’ Interview	December 2026

ARCI Vacancy 2026: Post-Wise Details

A total of 29 vacancies have been announced for six different posts. Candidates can check the post-wise vacancy distribution below.

Post Code	Post Name	Vacancies	Category-Wise Distribution
SB001	Scientist ‘B’ (R&D)	04	UR-02, OBC-02
OB001	Officer ‘B’ (Finance & Accounts)	01	Deputation
TA001	Technical Assistant ‘A’	07	UR-06, EWS-01
AA001	Assistant ‘A’	06	UR-04, OBC-01, SC-01
TC001	Technician ‘A’	09	UR-08, EWS-01
DA001	Driver ‘A’	02	UR-02
Total		29

ARCI Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfil the prescribed educational qualification, work experience, and age requirements to be eligible for the respective posts.

Educational Qualification and Experience

Post Name	Required Qualification and Experience
Scientist ‘B’	B.E./B.Tech. in Materials, Metallurgical, or Mechanical Engineering. Master's degree and one year of R&D experience are desirable.
Officer ‘B’ (Deputation)	Bachelor's degree with a good academic record. Eligible government officers must meet the prescribed service-level and experience requirements, including substantial experience in Finance & Accounts.
Technical Assistant ‘A’	B.Sc. in Physical Sciences with Chemistry OR a three-year Diploma in Metallurgy, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
Assistant ‘A’	Bachelor's degree with a good academic record and three years of relevant experience in Administration, HR, Finance, or related fields.
Technician ‘A’	10th/SSC pass with a two-year ITI qualification in Fitter, Turner, or Electrician trade and three years of technical experience.
Driver ‘A’	10th/SSC pass, valid LMV and HMV driving licences, three years of light vehicle driving experience, and six years of heavy vehicle driving experience.

ARCI Recruitment 2026: Age Limit

The maximum age limit varies according to the post. The crucial date for calculating the age limit is 21 November 2026.

Post Name	Maximum Age
Scientist ‘B’	30 Years
Officer ‘B’	56 Years
Technical Assistant ‘A’	30 Years
Assistant ‘A’	28 Years
Technician ‘A’	28 Years
Driver ‘A’	27 Years

ARCI Application Fee 2026

Candidates must pay the prescribed non-refundable application processing fee for each post applied for.

For Scientist ‘B’ and Officer ‘B’

Category	Application Fee
General / OBC	Rs 600
SC / EWS / PwD / Women / Ex-Servicemen	Rs 400

For Technical Assistant ‘A’, Assistant ‘A’, Technician ‘A' and Driver ‘A’

Category	Application Fee
General / OBC	Rs 500
SC / EWS / PwD / Women / Ex-Servicemen	Rs 300

ARCI Recruitment 2026: Selection Process

The selection process varies according to the post. Candidates may have to appear for a written examination, skill test, trade test, or interview.

The selection stages are as follows:

1. Preliminary Screening: Applications will be screened based on academic performance, relevant experience, and other prescribed parameters.

2. Computer Based Competitive Written Examination (CWE): Applicable to Scientist ‘B’, Technical Assistant ‘A’, Assistant ‘A’, Technician ‘A’, and Driver ‘A'.

3. Trade/Skill Test: Qualifying in nature for Technical Assistant ‘A’, Assistant ‘A’, Technician ‘A’, and Driver ‘A’.

4. Interview: Conducted for Scientist ‘B’ and Officer ‘B’. A presentation is also required for Officer ‘B’.

5. Final Selection: Based on the prescribed weightage of examination, interview, and skill test performance.

ARCI Exam Pattern 2026

Candidates should check the post-wise examination pattern below to understand the subjects, marks, and duration.

1. Scientist ‘B’ (R&D)

Section	Subject	Questions	Marks
A	Materials Science & Metallurgical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering	90	270
B	Analytical Skills / Logical Reasoning	10	30
Total		100	300

• Duration: 3 Hours

• Negative Marking: 1 mark deducted for each incorrect answer.

• Selection Weightage: 50% CWE + 50% Interview.

2. Technical Assistant ‘A’ / Technician ‘A’

Section	Subject	Questions	Marks
A	Relevant Subject / ITI Trade	50	150
B	General English, GK & Current Affairs, Reasoning & Numerical Ability	50	50
Total		100	200

• Duration: 3 Hours

• Negative Marking: 1 mark for each incorrect answer in Section A.

• No negative marking in Section B.

• Trade/Skill Test: Qualifying.

3. Assistant ‘A’

Section	Subject	Questions	Marks
A	Administration & Establishment, Finance & Accounts, Stores, Purchase & Inventory	75	150
B	General English, GK & Current Affairs, Reasoning & Numerical Ability	50	50
Total		125	200

• Duration: 3 Hours

• Negative Marking: ½ mark for each incorrect answer in Section A.

• No negative marking in Section B.

• Skill Test: Qualifying.

4. Driver ‘A’

Section	Subject	Questions	Marks
A	Motor Vehicles Act, 1988	35	70
B	Elementary English, GK & Current Affairs, Arithmetic	30	30
Total		65	100

• Duration: 2 Hours

• Negative Marking: ½ mark for each incorrect answer in Section A.

• No negative marking in Section B.

• Driving Test and Repair Works: 60% weightage in final selection.

ARCI Salary 2026: Pay Scale and Benefits

Selected candidates will receive an attractive salary under the 7th Central Pay Commission, depending on the post and applicable pay level.

Post Name	Pay Level	Approx. Monthly Emoluments
Scientist ‘B’	Level 10	Rs 1,18,110
Officer ‘B’	Level 10	Rs1,18,110
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

Additional Benefits

Apart from the monthly salary, eligible employees may receive the following benefits as per applicable rules:

• National Pension System (NPS)

• Gratuity

• Group Insurance

• Medical Reimbursement

• Children Education Allowance

• Leave Travel Concession (LTC)

• Other applicable allowances and benefits

How to Apply for ARCI Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can submit their applications online by following the steps below:

1. Visit the official ARCI website: https://arci.res.in/careers/vacancies.

2. Open the ARCI Recruitment 2026 notification (Advt. No. ARCI/HRD/RECT/1/2026).

3. Read the detailed advertisement and check your eligibility for the desired post.

4. Pay the applicable application fee through UPI or NEFT/RTGS.

5. Complete the online registration and fill in your personal, educational, and professional details.

6. Upload your recent passport-size photograph, signature, and required certificates.

7. Enter the bank transaction details and upload the payment receipt.

8. Review the application form carefully to ensure all information is correct.

9. Submit the application before 21 November 2026.

10. Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready before starting the application process:

• Recent passport-size photograph

• Scanned signature

• 10th and 12th certificates, wherever applicable

• ITI / Diploma / Graduation / Postgraduate certificates

• Relevant experience certificates

• Caste/category certificate, if applicable

• EWS/PwBD certificate, if applicable

• Application fee transaction receipt

• No Objection Certificate (NOC) for deputation candidates

ARCI Recruitment 2026: Important Links

Apply Online	Click Here
Official Notification	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here
More Updates	Click Here
Join WhatsApp Channel	Click Here

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How many vacancies are announced under ARCI Recruitment 2026?

Ans. A total of 29 vacancies have been announced for Scientist ‘B’, Officer ‘B’, Technical Assistant ‘A’, Assistant ‘A’, Technician ‘A’, and Driver ‘A’ posts.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for ARCI Recruitment 2026?

Ans. The last date for submitting the online application is 21 November 2026.

Q3. What is the educational qualification required for ARCI Recruitment 2026?

Ans. The qualifications vary by post. Candidates may require B.E./B.Tech., B.Sc., a Bachelor's degree, ITI, or 10th qualification along with relevant experience, depending on the position.

Q4. What is the age limit for ARCI Recruitment 2026?

Ans. The maximum age ranges from 27 to 56 years, depending on the post. Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules.

Q5. What is the application fee for ARCI Recruitment 2026?

Ans. The application fee ranges from Rs 300 to ?600, depending on the post and category.

Q6. What is the selection process for ARCI Recruitment 2026?

Ans. The selection process includes preliminary screening, a Computer Based Competitive Written Examination, a Trade/Skill Test for relevant posts, and an Interview for Scientist ‘B’ and Officer ‘B’.

Q7. What is the salary offered under ARCI Recruitment 2026?

Ans. The approximate monthly emoluments range from Rs 39,970 for Driver ‘A’ to Rs 1,18,110 for Scientist ‘B’ and Officer ‘B’, as mentioned in the recruitment details.

Q8. Where can candidates apply for ARCI Recruitment 2026?

Ans. Candidates can apply online through the official website.