CSIR NIO Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026 – 15 Posts, Walk-in

About the Recruitment

The CSIR National Institute of Oceanography (CSIR NIO) has officially announced the CSIR NIO Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026, inviting applications for 15 Apprentice Trainee positions. This recruitment drive, under Advertisement No. NIO/HRM/Apprenticeship/RCV/02/2026, seeks qualified candidates for various technical and graduate apprenticeship roles. Interested and eligible individuals are required to attend a walk-in interview on 07 August 2026 at the specified venue. The detailed notification, including eligibility criteria, stipend details, and the selection process, is available on the official CSIR NIO website.

Post-wise and Category-wise Vacancy Details

A total of 15 vacancies have been released for Apprentice Trainee posts across different disciplines. The distribution of these vacancies is as follows:

Post Name	Total Posts
Technician Apprentice (Civil Engineering)	1
Technician Apprentice (Electrical & Electronics Engineering)	1
Technician Apprentice (Computer Engineering)	1
Graduate Apprentice (Oceanography)	8
Graduate Apprentice (Office Administration / Finance & Accounts / Stores & Purchase / Human Resource Management)	4
Total	15

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the specific educational qualifications for each Apprentice Trainee post as detailed below:

Post Name	Qualification
Technician Apprentice (Civil Engineering)	Three Years Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent
Technician Apprentice (Electrical & Electronics Engineering)	Three Years Diploma in Electrical & Electronics Engineering or equivalent
Technician Apprentice (Computer Engineering)	Three Years Diploma in Computer Engineering / Information Technology or equivalent
Graduate Apprentice (Oceanography)	Bachelor's degree in any science discipline (Physics/Chemistry/Mathematics/Botany/Zoology/Biotechnology/Microbiology/Biochemistry/Environment Science/Marine Science/Geology/Computer Science or equivalent)
Graduate Apprentice (Office Administration / Finance & Accounts / Stores & Purchase / Human Resource Management)	Bachelor's degree in any discipline (B.A/B.B.A/B.Com/B.Sc or equivalent)

Age Limit and Relaxation

The official notification does not specify a minimum or maximum age limit for the Apprentice Trainee posts. However, age relaxation rules will be applicable as per government norms for reserved categories.

• SC/ST candidates will receive a 5-year age relaxation.
• OBC(NCL) candidates will receive a 3-year age relaxation.
• PWD candidates are eligible for a 10-year age relaxation.
• SC/ST PWD candidates will receive a 15-year age relaxation.
• OBC PWD candidates will receive a 13-year age relaxation.

Application Fee and Payment Method

There is no application fee required for any category of candidates (General, OBC, SC, ST, PWD) applying for the CSIR NIO Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026.

Selection Process

The selection of candidates for the Apprentice Trainee positions will be based on the following stages:

1. Walk-in Interview: Eligible candidates will be assessed through a direct interview.
2. Document Verification: Candidates shortlisted after the interview will undergo verification of their original educational and other supporting documents.

Exam Pattern and Syllabus

For the CSIR NIO Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026, there will be no written examination. The selection process relies solely on a walk-in interview and subsequent document verification. Therefore, no specific exam pattern or syllabus has been prescribed.

Pay Scale and Benefits

Selected candidates for the Apprentice Trainee posts will receive a monthly stipend as detailed below:

Post Name	Gross Salary
Technician Apprentice (Civil Engineering)	Rs. 10,900/- per month
Technician Apprentice (Electrical & Electronics Engineering)	Rs. 10,900/- per month
Technician Apprentice (Computer Engineering)	Rs. 10,900/- per month
Graduate Apprentice (Oceanography)	Rs. 12,300/- per month
Graduate Apprentice (Office Administration / Finance & Accounts / Stores & Purchase / Human Resource Management)	Rs. 12,300/- per month

How to Apply — Step by Step

Candidates interested in the CSIR NIO Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026 must attend the walk-in interview on the scheduled date. Follow these steps:

1. Review Notification: Carefully read the official notification PDF to understand all requirements and instructions before proceeding.
2. Prepare Documents: Gather all original documents, including educational certificates, ID proof, experience certificates (if any), and category certificates (if applicable). Make sure to have one set of self-attested photocopies for submission.
3. Fill Application Form: If an application form is provided in the notification, ensure it is duly filled with accurate information.
4. Attend Walk-in Interview: Report to the designated venue in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, at the specified reporting time on 07 August 2026. It is advisable to arrive early to complete any registration formalities.
5. Carry Photographs: Keep extra passport-size photographs ready for submission if requested during the process.

Documents Required

Candidates attending the walk-in interview must bring the following documents:

• Original educational qualification certificates (Diploma/Degree mark sheets and certificates).
• ID proof (Aadhar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Driving License, Passport).
• Experience certificates (if any).
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/PWD, if applicable).
• Passport-size photographs.
• Duly filled application form (if specified in the notification).

Important Dates

The key dates for the CSIR NIO Apprentice Trainee Recruitment 2026 are as follows:

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	21 July 2026
Walk-in Interview Date	07 August 2026

Important Links

Access the official notification and website using the links provided below:

Link Description	Link
Official Notification PDF	Click here
Official Website	Click here