CSIR-NCL MTS Recruitment 2026: 24 Multi-Tasking Staff Posts (Level-1) – Apply Online by 4 November

CSIR – National Chemical Laboratory (NCL), Pune has invited online applications under Advt. No. NCL/01-2026/MTS (03/10/2026) for 24 Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) posts in Pay Level-1. Online applications open 05/10/2026 (10:00 AM) and close 04/11/2026 (5:00 PM). Hard copy of the application is NOT to be sent. Official Notification PDF: CSIR-NCL MTS Advt NCL/01-2026/MTS – Official PDF

Recruitment Name: Advertisement No. NCL/01-2026/MTS dated 03.10.2026 – Multi-Tasking Staff

24 Multi-Tasking Staff Posts – Apply by 4 November 2026

Short Summary: Pay Level-1 ₹18,000–56,900 with approximate total emoluments as per CSIR norms. Upper age limit as on 04/11/2026 is typically 28 years with relaxations; reservation includes OBC(NCL) and SC seats as in the notice. One post among 24 is reserved for PwBD as stated in the advertisement.

Important Dates – CSIR-NCL MTS 2026
Advertisement date:	03/10/2026
Online apply start:	05/10/2026 (10:00 AM)
Last date online:	04/11/2026 (5:00 PM)
Hard copy:	NOT required
Application Fee
Application fee:	As per CSIR-NCL online form / Advt. NCL/01-2026/MTS
Pay the examination fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or as per options available on the official portal.

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Apply Online:	Apply Online – CSIR-NCL (see careers / recruitment link)
Download Official Notification PDF:	CSIR-NCL MTS Advt NCL/01-2026/MTS – Official PDF
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Vacancy Details

Post	Pay Level	Posts
Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)	Level-1 (₹18,000–56,900)	24

Category breakup includes OBC(NCL), SC and PwBD reservation as printed in the advertisement (1 PwBD among 24).

Eligibility

Indian citizen meeting educational criteria in Advt. NCL/01-2026/MTS.
Age as on 04/11/2026 within the limit stated (upper age ~28 with relaxations).
Apply online only — do not send hard copy.

Age Limit

Upper age as on 04/11/2026 as per Advt. NCL/01-2026/MTS (commonly 28 years for MTS) with relaxations for reserved categories / CSIR employees as applicable.

Salary

Level-1: ₹18,000–56,900 plus DA and other CSIR-admissible allowances (approx. total emoluments as in notice).

CSIR-NCL MTS Level-1 In-Hand Salary

7th Pay Matrix Level 7 Basic Pay: ₹18,000 DA: 60% Active

X Cities (Metro)

₹36,570

Net Monthly Take-Home

Y Cities (Urban)

₹31,890

Net Monthly Take-Home

Z Cities (Rural/Small)

₹30,090

Net Monthly Take-Home

Compensation Component	X Cities (Tier 1)	Y Cities (Tier 2)	Z Cities (Tier 3)
Part 1: Monthly Earnings & Allowances (Gross Additions)
+Basic Pay	₹18,000	₹18,000	₹18,000
+Dearness Allowance (DA @ 60%)	₹10,800	₹10,800	₹10,800
+House Rent Allowance (HRA)	₹5,400 (30%)	₹3,600 (20%)	₹1,800 (10%)
+Transport Allowance (TPT + DA)	₹5,760	₹2,880	₹2,880
Total Gross Monthly Salary	₹39,960	₹35,280	₹33,480
Part 2: Government Deductions (Monthly Recoveries)
-NPS Contribution (10% Basic + DA)	₹2,880	₹2,880	₹2,880
-CGHS (Medical Benefits)	₹450	₹450	₹450
-CGEGIS (Insurance Fund)	₹60	₹60	₹60
-Estimated Monthly Income Tax (TDS)	₹0	₹0	₹0
Total Monthly Deductions	₹3,390	₹3,390	₹3,390
Net In-Hand Salary (Take Home)	₹36,570	₹31,890	₹30,090

City Categorization:
• X Cities (30% HRA): Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, Ahmedabad.
• Y Cities (20% HRA): All state capitals and cities with population > 500,000.
• Z Cities (10% HRA): Small towns, districts, and rural postings.

Current Allowances & Deductions:
• Dearness Allowance: Active at 60% of Basic Pay.
• NPS: 10% mandatory employee deduction (matched with 14% Government contribution).
• TDS: Estimated under standard slab rates with standard deduction applied.

Selection

Selection through the mode prescribed in Advt. NCL/01-2026/MTS (CBT / other stages as notified on the NCL website).

Selection Process

Online application
Selection test / stages as per CSIR-NCL notice
Document verification
Appointment

How to Apply

Open the CSIR-NCL recruitment link for Advt. NCL/01-2026/MTS from 05/10/2026.
Fill the online form and upload documents.
Submit by 04/11/2026, 5:00 PM. Do not post a hard copy.

CSIR-NCL MTS 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How many MTS posts?

24.

Last date?

4 November 2026, 5:00 PM.

Hard copy needed?

No.

Pay level?

Level-1 ₹18,000–56,900.

CSIR-NCL MTS 2026 – Important Candidate Instructions (Prevent Rejection!)

Ensure strict compliance with the following directives:

Official notice first: Read the full official advertisement before you apply. This page is a summary.
One application: Submit only one application per post unless the notice allows more. Duplicate forms can be rejected.
Documents: Keep certificates, category proof and photo ID ready. Originals are checked at document verification.
Last date: Do not wait for the last day. Portals slow down near the closing date.