CSIR-IICB Recruitment 2026 – 08 Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) Posts | Apply Online

CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Biology, Kolkata is a premier research institute under the aegis of Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Government of India.

Research Focus: The Institute is involved in generating cutting-edge knowledge and trained human resources in the following fields:

• Chemical Biology
• Biochemistry
• Cell Biology
• Genomics & Epigenomics
• Structural Biology
• Bioinformatics
• Medicinal Chemistry

Mission: To address fundamental and applied biological and biomedical research questions associated with infectious and non-infectious diseases relevant to India and the global context.

Gender Balance: CSIR-IICB/Government of India strives to have a human resource which reflects gender balance and women candidates are encouraged to apply.

1. Post Name & Vacancy Details

POST: MULTI-TASKING STAFF (MTS)

Vacancy Code: 6152601

Total Posts: 08

Category-wise Distribution:

Special Reservation:

• PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities): 01 post - Blindness and Low Vision
• Ex-Serviceman: 01 post

Note: The number of vacancies is provisional and may increase or decrease.

2. Educational Qualification

Essential Qualification:

• Matriculation (Class 10th) or equivalent pass from a recognized Board

Desirable Qualification:

• Intermediate (Class 12th) pass

Important:

• The prescribed educational qualifications should have been obtained from a University/Institution/Board recognized by Government of India (GoI) / approved by Government Regulatory Bodies
• The final result should have been declared on or before the last date of receipt of online application (April 4, 2026)

3. Age Limit (as on April 4, 2026)

Minimum Age: 18 years

Maximum Age: 25 years

Age Relaxation:

Important Note:

• The maximum age limit is relaxable as per GOI/CSIR rules
• The cut-off date for determining age shall be the closing date prescribed for online application (April 4, 2026)
• Date of Birth as recorded in Matriculation/Secondary Examination Marksheet/Certificate or Admit Card will be accepted

4. Pay Scale & Benefits

Pay Level: Level-1 [₹18,000 – 56,900] as per 7th CPC pay matrix

Allowances & Benefits:

A) Regular Allowances:

• Dearness Allowance (DA)
• House Rent Allowance (HRA)
• Transport Allowance (TA)
• All allowances as admissible to Central Government employees and made applicable to CSIR

B) Accommodation:

• Council employees are eligible for accommodation of entitled type as per CSIR house allotment rules (subject to availability)
• In case of accommodation allotment, HRA will not be admissible

C) Additional Benefits:

• Reimbursement of Medical Expenses
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
• House Building Advance
• All other benefits applicable to Council employees

D) Pension:

• Governed by New Pension System (NPS) applicable w.e.f. 01.01.2004 as notified by Government of India and adopted by CSIR

5. Job Requirements & Duties

Job Profile for Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS):

The selected candidates will be required to perform the following duties:

1. Record Maintenance: Physical maintenance of records of section
2. Cleanliness & Upkeep: General cleanliness and upkeep of the section
3. File Movement: Carrying files and documents to other sections
4. Photocopying: Photocopying of documents
5. Dak Delivery: Delivering the dak (postal items)
6. Section Management: Opening and closing of section/room
7. Furniture Maintenance: Dusting of furniture and fixtures
8. Hospitality: Preparation and supply of tea/coffee to officials and guests
9. Other Duties: Any other work assigned by superior officers

Nature of Work: Multi-tasking duties involving both clerical support and maintenance activities in a premier research institute environment.

6. Selection Process

Mode of Selection: Competitive Written Examination

Examination Details:

Type: OMR based OR Computer Based Objective Type Multiple Choice Examination (MCQ)

Standard: Class X level

Medium of Questions:

• Questions will be set in both English and Hindi
• Exception: Questions on English Language will be in English only

Total Questions: 150

Total Time: 2 Hours (120 minutes)

Total Marks: 450

Marking Scheme:

• Correct Answer: +3 marks
• Wrong Answer: -1 mark (Negative marking applicable)

EXAM PATTERN:

Syllabus Details:

1. General Intelligence (25 Questions - 75 Marks):

• Logical reasoning
• Analogies
• Similarities and differences
• Problem solving
• Analysis and judgment
• Decision making
• Visual memory
• Discrimination
• Observation
• Relationship concepts
• Arithmetical reasoning
• Verbal and figure classification
• Space visualization

2. Quantitative Aptitude (25 Questions - 75 Marks):

• Number systems
• Computation of whole numbers
• Decimals and fractions
• Relationship between numbers
• Fundamental arithmetical operations
• Percentages
• Ratio and proportion
• Averages
• Interest (Simple and Compound)
• Profit and Loss
• Discount
• Use of tables and graphs
• Mensuration
• Time and distance
• Time and work

3. General Awareness (50 Questions - 150 Marks):

• Current events
• Indian polity and economy
• General science
• History and culture of India
• Geography
• Environmental issues
• Sports and awards
• Books and authors
• Important days and dates
• Scientific research
• General knowledge relevant to everyday observation and experience

4. English Language (50 Questions - 150 Marks):

• Vocabulary
• Grammar
• Sentence structure
• Synonyms and antonyms
• Comprehension
• Spotting errors
• Fill in the blanks
• Spellings correction
• Idioms and phrases
• One word substitution
• Improvement of sentences

7. Merit List Preparation

Final Merit List: The final merit list will be prepared on the basis of performance in the competitive written examination.

Tie-Breaking Criteria:

In case of tie in scores, merit will be decided in the following order of preference:

Order 1: Candidate with lesser negative marks in written test placed higher

Order 2: Date of birth - Older candidate placed higher

Order 3: Candidate acquiring essential qualification earlier placed higher

Order 4: Alphabetical order in which first names of candidates appear

Note: Tie-breaking criteria as per CSIR Circular Letter No. 5-1(211)/2014-PD dated 30.05.2023

8. Application Fee

Fee Structure:

Payment Mode: Online through SBI Collect

Important Notes:

• Application fee is non-refundable
• Bank transaction charges will be borne by the candidate
• Applications without prescribed fee (wherever applicable) will be summarily rejected

Steps to Pay Application Fee (₹500):

STEP 1: Visit SBI Collect portal:
https://onlinesbi.sbi.bank.in/sbicollect/icollecthome.htm?corpID=377320

STEP 2: Select:
INDIAN INSTITUTE OF CHEMICAL BIOLOGY (West Bengal)

STEP 3: Under payment category, select:
Application Fee MTS from dropdown menu

STEP 4: Fill required details carefully:

• Application / Registration Number
• Applicant's Name
• Mobile Number
• Any other mandatory details

STEP 5: Complete payment of ₹500/- following on-screen instructions

STEP 6: Download and save e-receipt/payment confirmation

STEP 7: Upload e-receipt in document upload section of application form

9. Important Dates

Note: The examination date will be notified in due course of time. Admit cards will be available for download from the Institute's website.

10. Required Documents for Upload

Mandatory Documents to be uploaded with Online Application:

1. Application Fee Receipt: SBI Collect e-receipt/Transaction reference for ₹500/- (wherever applicable)
2. Photograph: Latest passport size colour photograph
3. Signature: Scanned signature of the candidate
4. Date of Birth Proof: SSC/10th Standard or equivalent marksheet/certificate OR School leaving certificate
5. Name Change (if applicable): Gazette Notification/Affidavit for change/mismatch/variation in name
6. Educational Certificates: All educational certificates and marksheets supporting essential and higher qualifications
7. Experience Certificate: If any (though not required for this post)
8. Category Certificates (if applicable):
   • SC/ST Certificate in GoI prescribed format
   • OBC-NCL Certificate in GoI prescribed format
   • EWS Certificate (Income & Assets Certificate)
   • PwBD Certificate (minimum 40% disability)
9. OBC-NCL Declaration: Form of Declaration (Annexure-III) - for OBC candidates confirming non-creamy layer status for immediately preceding three financial years
10. NOC (if applicable): No Objection Certificate from current employer (for candidates working in CSIR/Government/PSU/Autonomous Bodies)
11. Other Certificates: Any other relevant certificates supporting claims made in application

Important Notes:

• All uploaded documents must be clear and legible
• Applications without required documents will be summarily rejected
• Candidates must bring original documents along with self-attested photocopies at the time of document verification

General Conditions:

1. Citizenship: Applicant must be a citizen of India
2. Essential Qualification: Must be fulfilled as on April 4, 2026
3. Provisional Acceptance: Candidature will be accepted provisionally subject to document verification
4. No Right to Appointment: Merely fulfilling minimum qualifications does not vest any right for being called for written test or appointment
5. Government Employees: Must apply through proper channel with NOC from current employer
6. No Lien/Deputation: CSIR-IICB will not accept candidates on lien or deputation basis
7. Equivalent Qualification: Candidates claiming equivalent qualification must produce authority order
8. Certificate Language: Documents in languages other than Hindi/English must be accompanied by attested English/Hindi translation
9. CGPA Conversion: Candidates with CGPA/SGPA/OGPA must convert to percentage as per their University formula
10. PwBD Encouraged: Persons with Benchmark Disabilities fulfilling eligibility conditions are encouraged to apply

Examination Instructions:

11. Admit Card: Download from https://iicb.res.in/ - no hard copy will be sent
12. Photo ID Mandatory: Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport/DL/Voter ID) required at exam centre
13. Late Entry Not Allowed: Candidates reporting after gate closing time will not be permitted
14. Name Matching: Name on admit card must exactly match photo ID proof
15. Mobile Phones Prohibited: Electronic devices strictly banned at examination venue
16. No Change of Centre: No request for change of centre/venue/date will be entertained

PwBD Candidates:

17. Scribe Facility: Visually impaired and candidates with writing disability can use own scribe at own cost
18. Scribe Qualification: One step below the candidate's qualification
19. Compensatory Time: 20 minutes per hour for candidates using scribe or magnified font
20. Undertaking Required: Candidates using scribe must submit undertaking (Annexure-I & II)

Document Verification:

21. Original Documents: Must be produced at document verification stage
22. Certificate Verification: All certificates will be verified from issuing authorities
23. False Information: Candidature cancelled if false/incorrect information detected at any stage
24. Blacklisting: False information may lead to permanent blacklisting

Other Conditions:

25. Canvassing Disqualifies: Any form of canvassing or political influence leads to disqualification
26. CSIR Decision Final: All decisions regarding eligibility, selection, conduct of exam are final and binding
27. No Correspondence: No interim enquiry or correspondence will be entertained
28. Website Updates: All subsequent information/corrigendum will be hosted on Institute website only
29. Marks Availability: Marks will be available on website after result declaration
30. Public Examinations Act 2024: Unfair means during examination may lead to imprisonment and fines as per law