The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research – National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL), Bengaluru, has released the CSIR-NAL MTS Recruitment 2026 notification vide Advertisement No. 11/2026. The recruitment drive has 6 Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) vacancies on a direct recruitment basis. The notification was published on 12th August 2026. Eligible candidates can apply through hard copy applications only, submitted from 12th August 2026 to 21st September 2026.
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CSIR-NAL MTS Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Recruiting Organisation | CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL), Bengaluru |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) |
| Advertisement No. | 11/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 6 |
| Pay Level | Level-1, ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 (7th CPC) |
| Application Mode | Offline (Hard Copy via Speed Post/Courier only) |
| Application Start Date | 12 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 September 2026 |
| Selection Process | OMR-Based Objective Written Examination |
| Exam Centre | Bengaluru only |
| Official Website | www.nal.res.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Publication | 12 August 2026 |
| Starting Date for Receipt of Hard Copy Application | 12 August 2026, 9:00 AM |
| Last Date for Receipt of Hard Copy Application | 21 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
CSIR-NAL MTS Vacancy 2026
| Post Code | Post Name | Total Vacancies | Category-wise Break-up | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MTS | Multi-Tasking Staff | 6 | ST-01, OBC(NCL)-02, EWS-01, UR-02 | SSC/10th Standard |
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CSIR-NAL MTS Notification 2026 Out
CSIR-NAL has announced the official notification for recruitment to the post of Multi-Tasking Staff on a direct recruitment basis. Unlike most government recruitment drives, this process accepts only physical/hard-copy applications sent through Speed Post or Courier — applications via email, hand delivery, or any other mode will not be entertained. Candidates should read the notification carefully before applying.
How to Apply for National Aerospace Laboratories MTS Recruitment 2026?
Applications will be accepted only in physical form — there is no online application facility for this recruitment.
- Download and fill the prescribed application form (attached with the advertisement), neatly typed on A4-size paper — handwritten applications are not accepted
- Affix a recent self-attested passport-size colour photograph in the space provided
- Sign the application in the designated place
- Pay the application fee of ₹500 through a Demand Draft (DD) only, drawn in favour of “The Director, CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories”, payable at Bengaluru (write your name and father’s name on the back of the DD)
- Attach self-attested copies of all relevant certificates — educational qualification, category certificate, ID proof, etc.
- Send the complete application in a single envelope, superscribed “Application for the post of MTS, Advt. No. 11/2026”, via Speed Post/Courier only, to:
The Director,
CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL),
Post Bag No. 1779, HAL Airport Road, Kodihalli,
Bengaluru – 560017, Karnataka
Note: No hand-delivered or emailed applications will be entertained. The office is not responsible for postal delays.
National Aerospace Laboratories MTS Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen (ESM) / PwBD / Women | Exempted (Nil) |
| All Other Candidates (UR/OBC/EWS) | ₹500 (via Demand Draft only) |
Fee once paid is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted against any other recruitment.
CSIR-NAL MTS Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | SSC/10th Standard pass from a recognized Board |
| Age Limit | Minimum 18 years; Maximum 25 years (for UR) as on the last date of receipt of hard copy application |
| Age Reckoning Date | Closing date prescribed for receipt of hard-copy applications |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 years |
| PwBD (Unreserved) | 10 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 3 years (after deducting actual military service from actual age) |
| Widows/Divorced/Judicially Separated Women (not remarried) | Up to 35 years |
| Widows/Divorced/Judicially Separated Women (SC/ST, not remarried) | Up to 40 years |
Note: SC/ST/OBC(NCL) candidates applying against Unreserved (UR) posts will not get age relaxation but remain eligible for fee exemption (SC/ST only).
National Aerospace Laboratories MTS Exam Pattern 2026
Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will be called for an OMR-Based Objective Type Multiple Choice Written Examination, conducted only in Bengaluru. The exam will be set at Class X standard, with questions in English, Hindi, and Kannada (except the English Language section, which will be in English only).
| Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence | 25 | 75 (3 marks/correct answer) | 1 mark per wrong answer |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 75 (3 marks/correct answer) | 1 mark per wrong answer |
| General Awareness | 50 | 150 (3 marks/correct answer) | 1 mark per wrong answer |
| English Language | 50 | 150 (3 marks/correct answer) | 1 mark per wrong answer |
| Total | 150 | 450 |
Total Duration: 2 hours
CSIR-NAL MTS Selection Process 2026
- Screening of applications based on documents and information submitted
- OMR-Based Written Examination — merit list prepared based on performance
- Document Verification — candidature is provisional until original documents are verified
Tie-Breaking Criteria (in order of precedence):
- Candidate with fewer negative marks
- Older candidate (by date of birth)
- Candidate who acquired the essential qualification earlier
- Alphabetical order of first names

FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are out for CSIR-NAL MTS Recruitment 2026?
A total of 6 vacancies have been announced — ST-01, OBC(NCL)-02, EWS-01, and UR-02.
Q2. How to apply for National Aerospace Laboratories MTS Recruitment 2026?
Applications must be submitted only in hard copy via Speed Post/Courier to the CSIR-NAL Bengaluru office by 21st September 2026; online, email, and hand-delivered applications are not accepted.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required?
Candidates must have passed SSC/10th Standard from a recognized Board.
Q4. What is the application fee?
₹500 via Demand Draft for General/OBC/EWS candidates; SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Women candidates are exempted.
Q5. What is the selection process for CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories MTS 2026?
Selection is based on an OMR-based Objective Type Written Examination conducted in Bengaluru, followed by document verification.