Overview
CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL) has published an official recruitment notification for the position of Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) (Advertisement No. 11/2026) for a total of 6 vacancies. The last date to submit applications is 21.09.2026. Job location: Bengaluru, Karnataka (transferable to any CSIR lab in India).
Here is a quick summary of the CSIR-NAL MTS Recruitment 2026 notification for candidates who want the key facts at a glance. Organisation CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL) No. 11/2026 Post Name Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) Total Vacancies 06 Who Can Apply Eligible Indian citizens who have passed SSC/10th Standard, aged up to 25 years as on the closing date Application Start Date 12.08.2026 at 9.00 AM Application Last Date 21.09.2026 up to 5.00 PM Application Mode Offline (hard copy only, through Speed Post/Courier) Job Location Bengaluru, Karnataka (transferable to any CSIR lab in India) Official Website www.nal.res.in Applications sent by e-mail, hand delivery, or any mode other than Speed Post/Courier will not be entertained.
Quick Reference
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL) |
| Post Name | Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) |
| Advertisement No. | 11/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 6 |
| Application Mode | walk_in |
| Application Start Date | 12.08.2026 |
| Application Last Date | 21.09.2026 |
| Age Limit | Age Relaxation Permissible Beyond Upper Age Limit |
| Application Fee | UR/EWS/OBC(NCL): ₹500/- (Demand Draft only) | Nil (No application fee mentioned in official source) |
| Salary / Pay Scale | The MTS post carries Pay Level-01 in the Pay Matrix as per the 7th Central Pay Commission, with a pay range of ₹18,000 to ₹56,900 per month. In addition to pay, selected candidates are entitled to Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), National Pension System |
| Selection Process | Candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria as screened by the Screening-cum-Selection Committee will be called for the exam, and a merit list will be prepared based on exam performance. |
| Job Location | Bengaluru, Karnataka (transferable to any CSIR lab in India) |
| Official Website | https://www.nal.res.in/ |
| Source Name | nal.res.in |
| Freshness Reference Date | 2026-08-16 |
Vacancy Details
Scheduled Tribe (ST) | ST: 1 | OBC (NCL) | OBC: 2
A total of 6 vacancies have been notified for the post of Multi-Tasking Staff under Advt. No. 11/2026. The category-wise break-up is as follows. S. No. Category No. of Posts 1 Scheduled Tribe (ST) 01 2 OBC (NCL) 02 3 EWS 01 4 Unreserved (UR) 02 5 Total 06 The Competent Authority has the right to cancel the recruitment process at any stage for administrative reasons, and the number of vacancies indicated is provisional and may increase or decrease.
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| ST | 1 |
| OBC | 2 |
| EWS | 1 |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
The essential qualification for the MTS post is SSC/10th Standard from a recognised Board or Institution. | mere possession of the qualification does not entitle a candidate to be called for the written examination. | 11/2026 Post Name Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) Total Vacancies 06 Who Can Apply Eligible Indian citizens who have passed SSC/10th Standard, aged up to 25 years as on the closing date Application Start Date 12.08.2026 at 9.00 AM Application Last Date 21.09.2026 up to 5.00 PM Application Mode Offline (hard copy only, through Speed Post/Courier) Job Location Bengaluru, Karnataka (transferable to any CSIR lab in India) Official Website www.nal.res.in Applications sent by e-mail, hand delivery, or any mode other than Speed Post/Courier will not be entertained.
The essential qualification for the MTS post is SSC/10th Standard from a recognised Board or Institution. | mere possession of the qualification does not entitle a candidate to be called for the written examination. | 11/2026 Post Name Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) Total Vacancies 06 Who Can Apply Eligible Indian citizens who have passed SSC/10th Standard, aged up to 25 years as on the closing date Application Start Date 12.08.2026 at 9.00 AM Application Last Date 21.09.2026 up to 5.00 PM Application Mode Offline (hard copy only, through Speed Post/Courier) Job Location Bengaluru, Karnataka (transferable to any CSIR lab in India) Official Website www.nal.res.in Applications sent by e-mail, hand delivery, or any mode other than Speed Post/Courier will not be entertaine...
Age Limit & Relaxations
Age Relaxation Permissible Beyond Upper Age Limit
Applicants must have attained 18 years of age and must not have exceeded the upper age limit of 25 years (for UR candidates) as on the last date prescribed for receipt of hard-copy applications. Category Age Relaxation Permissible Beyond Upper Age Limit 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 deduction of actual military service rendered from actual age as on closing date Widows/Divorced Women/Judicially Separated Women (not remarried) Up to 35 years of age Widows/Divorced Women/Judicially Separated Women, SC/ST (not remarried) Up to 40 years of age SC/ST/OBC(NCL) candidates who apply against Unreserved (UR) posts will not get age relaxation and will be treated at par with general candidates, though application fee exemption still applies to SC and ST candidates in such cases.To avoid any confusion regarding age eligibility, candidates can use our Age Calculator to calculate their exact age based on the prescribed cut-off date before applying.
Age relaxation is provided to candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen categories in accordance with official government guidelines.
Application Fee
UR/EWS/OBC(NCL): ₹500/- (Demand Draft only) | Nil (No application fee mentioned in official source)
A non-refundable application fee of ₹500/- is payable only through a Demand Draft (DD) drawn in favour of "The Director, CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories," payable at Bengaluru. The candidate's name and father's name must be written on the back of the DD. No other mode of payment is accepted. Category Application Fee UR/EWS/OBC(NCL) ₹500/- (Demand Draft only) SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD/Women Exempted The application fee, once paid, is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted against any other recruitment process.
Salary & Pay Scale
The MTS post carries Pay Level-01 in the Pay Matrix as per the 7th Central Pay Commission, with a pay range of ₹18,000 to ₹56,900 per month. In addition to pay, selected candidates are entitled to Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), National Pension System (NPS), medical facilities/reimbursement, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), Children Education Allowance (CEA), and other benefits admissible under CSIR/Government of India rules.
Selection Process
Candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria as screened by the Screening-cum-Selection Committee will be called for the exam, and a merit list will be prepared based on exam performance.
Selection is through an OMR-based Objective Type Multiple Choice Competitive Written Examination, conducted only in Bengaluru. Candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria as screened by the Screening-cum-Selection Committee will be called for the exam, and a merit list will be prepared based on exam performance. Particular Details Mode of Examination OMR Based Objective Type Multiple Choice Examination Medium of Questions English, Hindi & Kannada (except English Language section, which is in English only) Standard of Exam Class X Total Questions 150 Total Time Allotted 2 hours Subject No. of Questions Maximum Marks Negative Marking General Intelligence 25 75 1 mark deducted per wrong answer Quantitative Aptitude 25 75 1 mark deducted per wrong answer General Awareness 50 150 1 mark deducted per wrong answer English Language 50 150 1 mark deducted per wrong answer Each correct answer carries 3 marks. In case of a tie in the merit list, it will be resolved in order by: fewer negative marks, older date of birth, earlier acquisition of the essential qualification, and finally alphabetical order of first names.
Important Dates
Application Start Date: 12.08.2026 | Application Last Date: 21.09.2026 | Date of Publication of Notification: 12.08.2026 | Application Last Date: 12.08.2026
Event Date Date of Publication of Notification 12.08.2026 Starting Date for Receipt of Hard Copy of Application 12.08.2026 at 9.00 AM Last Date for Receipt of Hard-Copy Applications 21.09.2026 up to 5.00 PM The cut-off date for determining eligibility with respect to age limit and educational qualification is the closing date prescribed for receipt of hard copies. CSIR-NAL will not be responsible for postal delays.
- Online Application Start Date: 12.08.2026
- Application Last Date: 21.09.2026
How to Apply
Walk-in interview on 21.09.2026 at Bengaluru, Karnataka (transferable to any CSIR lab in India)
CSIR-NAL MTS applications are accepted only in physical hard-copy form; there is no apply online option for this recruitment. Download and fill the prescribed application form neatly typed on A4-size paper (handwritten applications are not accepted). Affix a recent self-attested passport-size colour photograph and sign the form in the designated space. Pay the ₹500/- application fee through Demand Draft, wherever applicable, drawn in favour of the Director, CSIR-NAL, payable at Bengaluru. Attach self-attested copies of all requisite certificates/documents along with the application. Superscribe the envelope as "Application for the Post of MTS, Advt. No.11/2026." Send the completed application by Speed Post/Courier only to reach the address below on or before 21.09.2026, 5.00 PM: The Director, CSIR–National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR–NAL), Post Bag No. 1779, HAL Airport Road, Kodihalli, Bengaluru – 560017, Karnataka.Applications received after the closing date, through e-mail, hand delivery, or any mode other than Speed Post/Courier, or without the prescribed fee/documents, will be rejected.
Links Supplied in the Excel Row
| Label | URL | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Notification PDF for CSIR-NAL MTS Recruitment 2026 Here | https://www.nal.res.in/sites/default/files/2026-08/MTS%20Notification%... (PDF) | Verified (exact match with official_notification_link) |
| e-Office | https://parichay.nic.in/pnv1/assets/login?sid=1234567899 | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
| Notification for recruitment to the posts of Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) of CSIR-NAL vide Adv.No. 11/2026 | https://www.nal.res.in/career | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
| Career | https://www.nal.res.in/en/career | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
| Official Website | https://www.nal.res.in/ | Verified (exact match with official_website_link) |
| Image | https://digitalindia.gov.in/ | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
| Image | https://www.india.gov.in/ | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
| official_website | http://www.nal.res.in/ | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
| Image | https://2025.coop/ | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
| Image | https://bharatinnovates.in/ | Supplied in important_links; no verification status provided in the Excel row. |
Sources and Verification
| Field | Exact Value from Excel Row |
|---|---|
| category | job |
| official_website_link | https://www.nal.res.in/ |
| freshness_reference_date | 2026-08-16 |
These values are reproduced exactly from the supplied Excel row and may require verification.
Last verified: 2026-08-16
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)?
The last date for submitting applications for Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) is 21.09.2026. Candidates should submit their applications prior to the deadline to avoid technical issues.
How many vacancies are announced for Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)?
A total of 6 vacancies have been notified for Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) by CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL). Detailed category-wise distribution is available in the official notification.
What is the educational qualification required for Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)?
The required educational qualification is: The essential qualification for the MTS post is SSC/10th Standard from a recognised Board or Institution. | mere possession of the qualification does not entitle a candidate to be called for the written examination. | 11/2026 Post Name Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) Total Vacancies 06 Who Can Apply Eligi. Candidates should verify their specific degree/diploma requirements in the official notification.
What is the age limit for Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)?
The age limit criteria is: Age Relaxation Permissible Beyond Upper Age Limit. Age relaxations are provided for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen categories as per government rules.
What is the salary scale for Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)?
Selected candidates will receive salary as per: The MTS post carries Pay Level-01 in the Pay Matrix as per the 7th Central Pay Commission, with a pay range of ₹18,000 to ₹56,900 per month. In addition to pay, selected candidates are entitled to Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), . Additional allowances such as DA, HRA, and medical benefits apply as per institutional norms.
What is the selection process for Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)?
The selection procedure involves: Candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria as screened by the Screening-cum-Selection Committee will be called for the exam, and a merit list will be prepared based on exam performance.. Candidates must clear all applicable evaluation rounds for appointment.
What is the application fee for Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)?
The application fee structure is: UR/EWS/OBC(NCL): ₹500/- (Demand Draft only) | Nil (No application fee mentioned in official source).
How can candidates apply for Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)?
Applications must be submitted walk_in through the official portal (https://www.nal.res.in/) as specified in the recruitment instructions.