CSIR IICB MTS Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 08 Posts

📅 Posted: 06/03/2026 📝 Updated: 06/03/2026

Total Vacancy 08

Salary Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900) [Approx. ₹28k - ₹32k/Month In-Hand]

Location All India

Last Date 04/04/2026

Short Information: The CSIR - Indian Institute of Chemical Biology (IICB) has officially released the recruitment notification for 08 Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) posts. This is a golden opportunity for candidates having 10th Pass (Matriculation) qualification to join the premier central government institute. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from 05 March 2026 to 04 April 2026 through the official website iicb.res.in.

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Important Dates

Notification Released	05/03/2026
Application Begin	05/03/2026
Last Date to Apply	04/04/2026 (05:00 PM)
Pay Exam Fee Last Date	04/04/2026
Exam Date	To be notified

Application Fee

General / OBC / EWS	₹500
SC / ST / PwBD / Female / ESM	₹0

Payment: Online (SBI Collect Portal)

Vacancy Details & Age Limit

Age Limit: 18 to 25 Years (as on 04/04/2026)

(SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC-NCL: 3 Years, PwBD: 10 Years)

Post Name	Total Post	Eligibility
Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)	08	10th Class (Matriculation) Pass or equivalent from a recognized board.
Total Vacancy	8

Category Wise Vacancy Details

Post Name	UR	OBC	SC	ST	EWS	Total
Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)	05	01	01	0	01	8
Total	5	1	1	0	1	8

Eligibility Criteria

Candidate must have passed Matriculation (10th) or equivalent pass from a recognized board.
Intermediate (12th Class Pass) is desirable.
Candidate must be a citizen of India.
Applicants working in Govt Departments must upload a 'No Objection Certificate' (NOC).

Pay Scale / Salary Structure

Post Name	Salary Level
Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)	Pay Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900) as per 7th CPC.

Selection Process Steps

Competitive Written Examination (OMR / CBT Based)
Document Verification (DV)
Medical Examination

Detailed Exam Pattern

Written Exam Overview

Mode: OMR based or Computer Based Objective type Multiple Choice Examination.
Standard of Exam: Class X (10th) Level.
Duration: 2 Hours (120 Minutes).
Total Questions: 150 Questions.
Total Marks: 450 Marks (3 Marks for every correct answer).
Negative Marking: Yes, 1 negative mark for every wrong answer in all subjects.
Medium: English and Hindi (except English Language section).

Subject Wise Exam Pattern

Subject	Questions	Marks
General Intelligence	25	75
Quantitative Aptitude	25	75
General Awareness	50	150
English Language	50	150
Total	150	450

Subject-wise Syllabus Topics

The standard of the questions will be of Class 10th (Matriculation) level.

📚 General Intelligence

Questions of non-verbal type, analytical aptitude, observation of patterns, similarities and differences, problem solving, etc. (Expected based on 10th Standard).

📚 Quantitative Aptitude

Number Systems, Computation of Whole Numbers, Decimals and Fractions, Percentages, Ratio and Proportion, Averages, Interest, Profit and Loss, etc. (Expected based on 10th Standard).

📚 General Awareness

Current events, everyday observations, history, culture, geography, economic scene, general polity, and scientific research. (Expected based on 10th Standard).

📚 English Language

Basics of English Language, its vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, synonyms, antonyms and their correct usage. (Expected based on 10th Standard).

How to Apply

Visit the Official Website of CSIR-IICB at iicb.res.in.
First, pay the application fee of ₹500/- (if applicable) through the 'SBI Collect' portal and save the e-receipt.
Click on the online application link for MTS Recruitment.
Register online with your valid Email ID and Password.
Fill up the primary registration details and complete the application form carefully.
Upload scanned copies of your recent passport size photograph, signature, category certificate, NOC (if applicable), and fee payment e-receipt.
Submit the application and take a printout of the final submitted form for future records. Do not send any hard copy to the institute.

Tie Breaking Resolution

In the event of a tie in scores in the written examination, merit will be decided by: 1) Candidate with lesser negative marks, 2) Date of birth (older candidate placed higher), 3) Candidate acquiring essential qualification earlier, 4) Alphabetical order in which first names appear.

Important Official Links

Apply Online	Click Here ↗
Download Official Notification Advt No. R&C/615/2026	Click Here ↗
Official Website	Click Here ↗

⚠️ Disclaimer Information provided here is for quick reference. Verify all details on the official website before taking action.

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🚀 Recruitment Overview

Quick Summary of the Notification

Organization	CSIR IICB
Post Name	Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)
Total Vacancy	08
Salary	Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900) [Approx. ₹28k - ₹32k/Month In-Hand]
Job Location	All India
Apply Mode	Online
Last Date	04/04/2026
Official Website	Visit Website ↗

Common Questions (FAQs)

Q.1 What is the in-hand salary for CSIR IICB MTS? ▼

Ans: The post falls under Pay Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900) as per the 7th CPC. After adding allowances like DA, HRA, and Transport Allowance applicable for Kolkata, the starting in-hand salary is approximately ₹28,000 to ₹32,000 per month.

Q.2 What is the last date to apply online for CSIR IICB Recruitment 2026? ▼

Ans: The last date to submit the online application form and pay the required fee is 04th April 2026 up to 05:00 PM.

Q.3 Is there any negative marking in the CSIR MTS exam? ▼

Ans: Yes, there is a strict negative marking. 1 mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer in the written examination.

Q.4 What is the age limit for CSIR IICB MTS Vacancy? ▼

Ans: The upper age limit is 18 to 25 years for unreserved candidates as of 04/04/2026. Age relaxations apply (5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC-NCL).

Q.5 How to download the CSIR IICB MTS Notification PDF? ▼

Ans: Candidates can download the detailed advertisement PDF from the 'Important Links' section of our page or directly from the recruitment section on the official CSIR-IICB website.