ARCI Recruitment 2026 Out for 29 Scientist, Technical Assistant, Technician & Other Posts, Apply by 16 Nov
The International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy & New Materials (ARCI), Hyderabad, an autonomous R&D centre of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, has released the ARCI Recruitment 2026 notification under Advt. No. ARCI/HRD/RECT/1/2026. A total of 29 vacancies will be filled for Scientific, Technical, Administrative and Support Staff posts: Scientist 'B', Officer 'B' (Finance & Accounts), Technical Assistant 'A', Assistant 'A', Technician 'A' and Driver 'A'. The last date to submit the online application is 16 November 2026.
The ARCI Hyderabad vacancy 2026 is open to a wide range of candidates, from 10th pass with ITI to B.Sc., Diploma, Bachelor's degree and B.E./B.Tech holders. The Technician 'A' post has the most vacancies (9), followed by Technical Assistant 'A' (7). One Assistant 'A' post is for the ARCI office in Gurugram (NCR-Delhi). Engineering graduates looking for similar central government jobs can also check the NPCC Recruitment 2026 and the DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026. This article covers the ARCI Recruitment 2026 post-wise vacancy, discipline-wise breakup, qualification, age limit, pay level and how to apply, all taken from the official advertisement.
Quick summary:
➤ Recruitment: ARCI Recruitment 2026
➤ Advt. No.: ARCI/HRD/RECT/1/2026
➤ Organisation: ARCI Hyderabad (DST, Govt. of India)
➤ Total posts: 29
➤ Posts: Scientist 'B', Officer 'B', Technical Assistant 'A', Assistant 'A', Technician 'A', Driver 'A'
➤ Qualification: 10th/ITI, B.Sc., Diploma, Graduate, B.E./B.Tech (post-wise)
➤ Pay: Level 2 to Level 10
➤ Age limit: Up to 27 / 28 / 30 years (post-wise)
➤ Mode: Online
➤ Last date: 16 November 2026
➤ Official website: arci.res.in
Table of Contents
- Important Dates
- ARCI Recruitment 2026 Overview
- Post-wise Vacancy
- Category-wise Vacancy
- Discipline-wise Vacancy
- Educational Qualification and Experience
- Age Limit
- How to Apply
- FAQs
- Important Links
ARCI Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
The ARCI Hyderabad recruitment 2026 online application is open now. The last date for receipt of online applications is 16 November 2026. The important dates are given below.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement published | October 2026 |
| Online application | Open now on arci.res.in |
| Last date for receipt of online application | 16 November 2026 |
| Test / interview date | To be announced |
ARCI Recruitment 2026 Overview
ARCI is a leading research centre for powder metallurgy and new materials under the Department of Science and Technology. The key details of the ARCI recruitment notification 2026 are summarised below.
| Organisation | International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy & New Materials (ARCI) |
| Parent department | Department of Science and Technology, Govt. of India |
| Advt. No. | ARCI/HRD/RECT/1/2026 |
| Total posts | 29 |
| Type of recruitment | Direct Recruitment (Officer 'B' on deputation) |
| Pay | Pay Level 2 to Pay Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Job location | ARCI Hyderabad, Telangana (1 Assistant post at Gurugram, NCR-Delhi) |
| Mode of application | Online |
| Last date | 16 November 2026 |
| Official website | arci.res.in |
ARCI Vacancy 2026 Post-wise
The ARCI vacancy 2026 has 29 posts across six categories. The post-wise vacancy, pay level and type of recruitment are given below.
| Post Name | Posts | Pay Level | Type of Recruitment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scientist 'B' (R&D) | 4 | Level 10 | Direct Recruitment |
| Officer 'B' (Finance & Accounts) | 1 | Level 10 | Deputation (normally up to 3 years) |
| Technical Assistant 'A' | 7 | Level 6 | Direct Recruitment |
| Assistant 'A' | 6 | Level 5 | Direct Recruitment |
| Technician 'A' | 9 | Level 4 | Direct Recruitment |
| Driver 'A' | 2 | Level 2 | Direct Recruitment |
| Total | 29 |
ARCI Recruitment 2026 Category-wise Vacancy
The ARCI category-wise vacancy 2026 is given below. Two posts will be filled by Persons with Disabilities (OH/HH/VH), and preference for Driver 'A' will be given to Ex-Servicemen.
| Post | UR | OBC | SC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scientist 'B' | 2 | 2 | – | – | 4 |
| Officer 'B' (F&A) – Deputation | Not applicable | 1 | |||
| Technical Assistant 'A' | 6 | – | – | 1 | 7 |
| Assistant 'A' | 4 | 1 | 1 | – | 6 |
| Technician 'A' | 8 | – | – | 1 | 9 |
| Driver 'A' | 2 | – | – | – | 2 |
| Total | 22 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 29 |
ARCI Discipline-wise Vacancy 2026
For Scientist 'B', Technical Assistant 'A' and Technician 'A', ARCI has given a discipline-wise breakup of vacancies. Metallurgy and Fitter have the most posts. The details are given below.
| Post | Discipline | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Scientist 'B' | Metallurgy / Materials Science | 2 |
| Mechanical | 2 | |
| Technical Assistant 'A' | Metallurgy | 3 |
| Mechanical | 2 | |
| Electrical | 1 | |
| Chemistry | 1 | |
| Technician 'A' | Fitter | 6 |
| Turner | 1 | |
| Electrician | 2 |
ARCI Recruitment 2026 Educational Qualification and Experience
The ARCI eligibility criteria are different for each post. The post-wise essential qualification and experience are given below.
| Post | Essential Qualification & Experience |
|---|---|
| Scientist 'B' (R&D) | B.E./B.Tech in Engineering or Technology (Metallurgy/Materials Science or Mechanical) or equivalent from a recognised university/institute |
| Officer 'B' (Finance & Accounts) | Degree from a recognised university with good academic record. Deputation from Central/State Govt., universities, recognised research institutions, semi-government, statutory or autonomous bodies: (i) holding analogous posts, or (ii) 5 years' service in Level 8/Level 7, or 8 years' service in Level 6; and (iii) relevant qualification and experience |
| Technical Assistant 'A' | B.Sc. in Physical Sciences (with Chemistry as one subject), OR 3-year full-time Diploma in Metallurgy/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering from a recognised university/institute/Board of Technical Education |
| Assistant 'A' | Bachelor's degree + 3 years' experience in Director's Office/Administration & Establishment/HRD/Finance & Accounts/Stores & Purchase/Liaisoning in Government departments, scientific institutions, autonomous bodies or academic institutions |
| Technician 'A' | 10th/SSC pass + 2-year full-time ITI in Fitter/Turner/Electrician trade + 3 years' technical experience in industry/R&D laboratories |
| Driver 'A' | 10th/SSC pass; valid licence for light and heavy vehicles; knowledge of motor mechanism (able to identify and fix minor defects); at least 3 years' light vehicle and 6 years' heavy vehicle driving experience |
ARCI Age Limit 2026
The ARCI age limit 2026 depends on the post. The maximum age for each post is given below. Relaxation for reserved categories will be as per Government of India rules; check the detailed notification on arci.res.in for the crucial date.
| Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Scientist 'B' | 30 years |
| Officer 'B' (Deputation) | As per deputation rules |
| Technical Assistant 'A' | 30 years |
| Assistant 'A' | 28 years |
| Technician 'A' | 28 years |
| Driver 'A' | 27 years |
How to Apply for ARCI Recruitment 2026
The ARCI apply online process is available on the official careers page. Follow the steps below.
- Visit arci.res.in/careers/vacancies.
- Open Advt. No. ARCI/HRD/RECT/1/2026 and read the detailed notification carefully.
- Click the online application link for the post you want.
- Fill in your personal, educational and experience details.
- Upload the required documents and photograph as instructed.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable, as per the detailed notification).
- Submit the form before 16 November 2026 and save a printout.
Note: The newspaper advertisement gives only short details. The application fee, selection process, age crucial date and age relaxation are given in the detailed notification on the ARCI website.
ARCI Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Q1. How many posts are there in ARCI Recruitment 2026?
There are 29 posts under Advt. No. ARCI/HRD/RECT/1/2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for ARCI Recruitment 2026?
The last date for receipt of online applications is 16 November 2026.
Q3. Can ITI holders apply for ARCI Technician 'A'?
Yes. 10th pass candidates with a 2-year ITI in Fitter, Turner or Electrician and 3 years of technical experience can apply.
Q4. What is the age limit for ARCI Scientist 'B'?
The maximum age for Scientist 'B' is 30 years.
Q5. Where is the ARCI job location?
ARCI Hyderabad, Telangana. One Assistant 'A' post is for the ARCI office at Gurugram (NCR-Delhi), Haryana.
ARCI Recruitment 2026 Important Links
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| ARCI Recruitment 2026 Notification & Apply Online (last date 16.11.2026) | Download Short Notice Here |
| ARCI Official Website | arci.res.in |
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